A dentist refers a woman to an oral surgeon because she needs a tooth pulled. But upon reviewing her chart, the oral surgeon turns her away. The reason? She’s taking a common medication to treat her osteoporosis, a condition that causes bones to become thin, brittle, and prone to fracture. Many women taking these drugs … Read more
The North Carolina Dental Board of Examiners says it is looking into charges against 55-year-old Michael Hasson, an oral surgeon charged last week with sexually abusing at least four female patients while they were under anesthesia. Hasson works at Wilmington Oral Surgery and has run the practice for 22 years. As of Monday morning, his license … Read more
A Wilmington oral surgeon is accused of sexually abusing at least four of his patients while they were under anesthesia, according to the Wilmington Police Department. Michael Lee Hasson was arrested Thursday night and charged with second-degree forcible sexual offense and three counts of sexual battery. Hasson, 55, has been booked under a $1.25 million … Read more
Oral surgeons will be among the first dental professionals to experience the new Planmeca Viso™, which debuts at the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons meeting in Chicago this week. Attendees can view Planmeca’s latest entry in digital technology at booth 1829. The new Planmeca Viso imaging system, which includes 2D, 3D, and optional … Read more