Here's the latest roundup of dentists making headlines.
1. Anthony DiStefano III, DDS, has been arrested for allegedly defrauding MassHealth, the Massachusetts Medicaid program.
2. Scott Cale, DDS, has been charged with conspiracy to commit healthcare fraud and healthcare fraud allegedly defrauding MassHealth, the Massachusetts Medicaid program.
3. Adam Beno, DMD, is hoping to improve patient experience by using virtual reality tools instead of sedation.
4. Sam Wise, DDS, says he's the victim of a "social media character assassination campaign" by ex-employees, while former employees and patients claim the dentist violated privacy laws, disparaged patients and employees, and failed to follow regulations.
5. Irvine, Calif.-based Smile Brands announced Jan. 15 two new affiliate locations, which are operated by Michael Diep, DDS.