A man allegedly threatened to "shoot up" a dental office over a disagreement about his dentures, the Tampa Bay Times reports.
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Former patients of now defunct Signature Smiles in Houston say they are scrambling after the practice closed with no notice, according to The Leader News.
Henry Schein announced Jan. 29 that it has partnered with UPS to explore drone deliveries.
Here's the latest roundup of dental companies that have been in the headlines, including Aspen Dental and Delta Dental.
A Florida dentist may lose her license after a patient receiving a dental cleaning died in her care, NBC affiliate WFLA reports.
Two former members of the Nevada Board of Dental Examiners will reportedly collect tens of thousands of dollars with their separation agreements, according to records obtained by the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
Delta Dental of Tennessee, the state's largest independent dental benefits carrier, donated $563,000 to East Tennessee dental clinics, according to the Cleveland Daily Banner.
The American Dental Association House of Delegates voted to rescind "The Dentist's Prayer," used by some dental societies during meetings, and change its policy regarding religious diversity.
West Hollywood, Calif.-based startup Pearl has developed artificial intelligence to help combat dental insurance fraud, according to The Wall Street Journal.
When Mary Jell traveled to Mexico for her dental treatment, she claims the practice agreed the implant would cost $1,800. However, when she returned to Arizona, she was overbilled $10,000, according to AZ Central.