Professional conflicts can arise between associate and principal dentists even in the most collegial practices. Josh Koziebrocki, founder of Koziebrocki Law, discusses how to navigate these situations considering some dental clinic conflicts may cause regulatory implications. Subscribe to Oral Health’s weekly e-newsletter to have the latest episode delivered straight to your inbox every week!
In the evolving landscape of dental acquisitions, earnout clauses have become increasingly prevalent. These arrangements help facilitate transactions, but the incentive structure and post-sale obligations they entail introduce an unexpected dynamic for selling practitioners.
Separation and divorce are disruptive on every level. For dentists, there is an added layer of anxiety that often overshadows everything else: what exactly happens to my dental practice?
Here is the legal reality clinicians need to absorb early: When AI enters the chart, responsibility does not shift. It concentrates.
If you are a new dentist, this one is for you! Josh Koziebrocki, founder of Koziebrocki Law, breaks down one of the first legal documents you may sign in your career: the principal-associate contract.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming dentistry through applications in radiographic interpretation, caries detection, orthodontic planning, and digital smile design. Yet, these advances raise profound ethical questions regarding patient privacy, algorithmic bias, accountability, and transparency.
Let’s dig into how landlords can take advantage of dentists—and how you can stay flossed and fierce.
Are you aware that the RCDSO mandates license revocation for dentists who engage in sexual relations, inappropriate touching, or sexual remarks toward patients? Josh Koziebrocki, founder of Koziebrocki Law, explains how certain criminal convictions, especially sexual offenses, can also result in automatic loss of a dentist’s licence, even if the conduct occurs outside the professional … Read more
Artificial intelligence has entered dentistry not with fanfare, but through a quiet transformation. In practices across North America, clinicians are discovering that AI scribes can record consultation notes while they focus on patients, enhancing compassionate care. Diagnostic algorithms can identify subtle pathologies in radiographs, and machine learning-powered administrative assistants can simplify insurance authorizations. What once … Read more
As dentists, what you post online can have serious consequences. Josh Koziebrocki, founder of Koziebrocki Law, lets us know what types of social media activity can lead to a regulatory response. And yes, even posts made on personal accounts and on off-work hours can be relevant. Subscribe to Oral Health’s weekly e-newsletter to have the latest … Read more
As a dentist, having a complaint made against you can be a stressful experience. One way to avoid complaints is to ensure your social media conduct adheres to professional standards. However, if you do face a complaint based on your online activity, Josh Koziebrocki, founder of Koziebrocki Law, shares how to best to handle the … Read more
Abstract Patient data use for AI system training is becoming increasingly integrated into clinical decision-making. Ethical and legal considerations along with compliance are among the challenges and considerations for proper data collection, use, and sharing. Ethical design and development of AI systems must include the transparency of the framework and an-depth informed consent to include … Read more
Running a dental practice isn’t just about perfecting smiles—it’s also about managing people, mitigating risk, and ensuring your business can thrive without unexpected legal pitfalls. Few people understand this better than Dirk de Lint, partner at MBC Legal, a firm specializing in employment law for dental and healthcare practices. With over 13 years in employment … Read more
Dirk de Lint, a partner at MBC Legal, discusses the importance of employment law and the duty of good faith for current and future dental practice owners. He shares advice for when to introduce employment contracts and suggests other tools available for managing terminations effectively, reducing costs, and mitigating risks. Newcom Media Inc · Episode … Read more
An Alberta dentist facing criminal sexual assault charges has received a partial reprieve from the province’s top court, which found his professional college acted “unreasonably harsh” when it cancelled his practice permit, the Edmonton Journal reported. Dr. Shouresh Charkhandeh, 43, was charged in 2024 with four counts of sexual assault and one count of threatening … Read more
In early July 2025, a class-action lawsuit1 was filed against Heartland Dental, the largest dental support organization (DSO) in the United States. The lawsuit alleges that Heartland used AI-powered call tracking and transcription tools from RingCentral without obtaining informed consent from patients. It’s an eye-opener for the entire dental profession especially for those of us … Read more
Are you aware of the RCDSO’s updated social media guidelines? Josh Koziebrocki, Founder of Koziebrocki Law, shares the details of the policy and 5 recommendations that all dentists need to consider when posting to social media. Subscribe to Oral Health’s weekly e-newsletter to have the latest episode delivered straight to your inbox every week!
Non-compete and non-solicit clauses have become common fixtures in dental practice agreements. Whether in associate contracts, shareholder deals, or the sale of a clinic, these provisions are designed to protect what matters most: the patient base and the goodwill of the practice. But these clauses don’t always hold up. Courts, if requested, will take a … Read more
More than one year after Maryland dentist Thomas Menton died by suicide following a police investigation, three women are suing his estate and former practice, the Baltimore Banner reported Thursday. Menton, 59, was facing allegations he had placed a camera in a staff bathroom to clandestinely record three female colleagues in the nude. Citing the … Read more
Dr. Raj Arya discusses emerging legal issues in dentistry, such as teledentistry’s regulatory compliance, insurance reimbursement transparency, and practice acquisitions. He also underscores the importance of proactive communication, clear financial policies, and prompt handling of complaints to avoid College complaints. Newcom Media Inc · Episode 26 – Best practices for Canadian dentists to avoid College … Read more