Ethics, Jurisprudence and Malpractice

AI in Dentistry: Will Dentists Survive?
Will dentists survive the AI revolution? From diagnostic algorithms to automated treatment planning, AI is reshaping dentistry's landscape. Dr. Fritz, a leading voice in dental AI implementation,...
Dr. Peter Fritz
CE Credits: 1.25
Better Behavior
Dr. William Jacobson provides guidance for handling challenging patient behaviors and scenarios, drawing on his experience working in community health centers and as a behavioral researcher.
by Dr. William Jacobson
February 2025
Part II: What Every Dentist Needs to Know About Filing a Disability Insurance Claim
In this second part of a disability insurance claim series, attorneys Ed Comitz and Derek Funk answer common questions from dentists. The discussion covers key policy provisions to watch for and...
Ed Comitz, Esq. & Derek Funk Esq.
CE Credits: 1.25
Patient Threatening to Sue for Work Done at Previous Practice
Townies discuss navigating legal threats in dental practice ownership
February 2025
Ethical and Legal Obligations To Treat a Tooth for Free
A Townie gets help navigating the space between what’s best for the patient and what’s best for the practice
December 2022
What Every Dentist Needs to Know About Filing a Disability Insurance Claim
This course will explain why dentists are the most likely professionals to file disability claims due to slowly progressive conditions related to their practice. It will highlight the importance of...
Ed Comitz, Esq.
CE Credits: 1.25
Safer Pain Relief
Dr. William Jacobson, author of the new Clinical Dentistry Daily Reference Guide, explores several real-life pain management scenarios dentists could face and shares suggestions to help them master...
by Dr. William Jacobson
December 2022
Unconscious Bias in the Dental Practice
This course explores the common types of unconscious bias that can manifest within a dental practice, including racial, ethnic, gender, age and socioeconomic biases. By recognizing and acknowledging...
Dr. Laila Hishaw
CE Credits: 1
Dental Practices and COVID-19
Labor attorney John J. Balitis discusses some of the dental practice’s legal rights and responsibilities during the COVID-19 pandemic, such as workplace policies, employee privacy and protection...
by John J. Balitis
October 2020
Standard Procedures
An exclusive excerpt from a new multi-segment online CE course by Dr. John W. Dovgan, a dentist and a permit examiner for the Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners.
by Dr. John W. Dovgan
July 2020
Howard Speaks: Keep Everything That’s Yours!
Afraid that somebody’s been embezzling from your practice? Dentaltown founder Dr. Howard Farran shares some of the telltale signs and how you can help prevent this from happening to you.
by Dr. Howard Farran
August 2019
A Conversation on Consent
Dr. Suzanne Gilman, who’s also a licensed attorney, discusses the importance of informed consent, and what’s required legally to correctly obtain it from patients.
by Dr. Suzanne Gilman
July 2019
Pregnancy and Your Practice
Paul Edwards, founder and CEO of CEDR HR Solutions, discusses the legal ramifications related to employee pregnancy and maternity leave.
by Paul Edwards
June 2019
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