Here are five criminal cases involving dentists or dental practices that Becker's has reported on since May 3:
1. A Utah dentist was sentenced to five years in prison for federal income tax evasion of more than $1.8 million and obstructing the IRS' efforts to collect the money.
2. A Florida dentist who was charged with battery after inappropriately touching an employee has been arrested again.
3. An Arizona woman is facing felony charges for allegedly lying about her credentials to illegally work as a dental hygienist at several California dental practices.
4. A Las Vegas woman who was charged with stealing and embezzling thousands of dollars from several dental practices has pleaded guilty.
5. A New York dentist has pleaded guilty to one count of attempted forcible touching of a female patient.