Flawed Dental Evidence Leads to Overturning of 1997 Murder Conviction in California
June 7th 2016A California man was jailed for life in 1997 based largely on dental evidence from an expert witness. The dentist has since recanted his testimony, leading the California Supreme Court to overturn the conviction.
Woman Found Running Fake Dental Practice From Phoenix Apartment
June 2nd 2016When patients came to an apartment-based dental practice in Phoenix, they found a typical office setting, complete with a waiting room and dental equipment. What was nowhere to be found, according to police, was a qualified dental professional.
Minnesota Dentist's License Suspended After Wisdom Tooth Extraction Patient Dies
February 26th 2016A Minnesota dentist is facing disciplinary action after regulators say he allowed an unqualified assistant to monitor a patient under anesthesia for a wisdom tooth extraction. The patient died following a cardiac arrest that occurred during the surgery.