New York Medicaid finds $40M in dental fraud

New Yorkers are taking it on the chin for bad dental bills.

The state’s Medicaid program paid out $40 million for excessive dental cleanings and examinations over five years, according to an audit out today from state Controller Thomas DiNapoli. 

One dental clinic got paid for 79 exams …

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Steps on How to Care for Dental Braces Between Dental Visits

Many people wish for that perfectly straight smile and will go to any lengths to achieve it. Some wear metal braces for years and undergo several and somewhat painful treatments to finally get a better bite and smile. However, in order to reach your goals you need …

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$1M grant given to support teeth regrowth study

A University of Alberta dentistry professor has received a $1-million us grant to continue his research into restoring damaged dental roots using ultrasound and stem cells.

“When we get to the point that we can stop teeth root degeneration by ultrasound only, that would be great,” he said. …

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The Truth About Meth, A Devastating And Addictive Drug

On the street it’s known as meth, speed, ice, chalk, crank, fire, glass or crystal. Methamphetamine is a highly addictive drug that wreaks havoc on the entire body, including the user’s oral health. Approximately 10 million Americans have tried methamphetamine, while more than 1.4 million are habitual users…

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Nation’s Largest Institute Dedicated To Children’s Oral Health Opens In Seattle

At today’s ribbon cutting ceremony, The Center for Pediatric dentistry, created to address the growing epidemic of childhood dental disease, announced the grand opening of its facility on September 1, 2010. The Seattle-based institute is the first of its kind in the country, providing pediatric dental care, education for dentists and medical professionals, research, . . . → Read More: Nation’s Largest Institute Dedicated To Children’s Oral Health Opens In Seattle

Figures Highlight Mounting Expenses Of Dental Practice, Warns BDA

New figures published by the NHS Information Centre highlight the increasing expense of providing dental care, the British dental Association (BDA) has warned. The Information Centre’s report, dental Earnings and Expenses, England and Wales 2008/09, shows expenses borne by dental practices escalating at a faster rate than incomes were increasing during the period it . . . → Read More: Figures Highlight Mounting Expenses Of Dental Practice, Warns BDA

Sedation And General Anesthesia Practices In US Dentistry Vary Widely

A wide variation has been found in the training for and practice of sedation and general anesthesia within the dental profession in the United States. Safe, effective pain and anxiety control techniques are an essential part of dentistry. A survey designed to be a snapshot of common practices provides insight into this limited area . . . → Read More: Sedation And General Anesthesia Practices In US Dentistry Vary Widely

Man accussed of practicing dentistry without a license

A man is free on bail after he was arrested on a charge of practicing dentistry in Castle Hills without a license, officials said.

Julio De La Fuente, 54, was released Saturday, several hours after being arrested, when he posted $15,000 bail.

Castle Hills police said De La …

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