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Feds launch criminal investigation into ‘AGGA’ dental device and its inventor

Federal prosecutors have launched a criminal investigation into the Anterior Growth Guidance Appliance, or “AGGA” dental device, following a recent KFF Health News-CBS News investigation, according to a motion filed in federal court.

Tribune News Service · Apr 12, 2023

This Dental Device Was Sold to Patients To Fix Their Jaws — Now, Their Smiles Are Warped

Boja Kragulj, an accomplished clarinetist who once performed with orchestras in New York, Philadelphia, and Jacksonville, Florida, has already lost four teeth.

Inverse · Apr 3, 2023

FDA evaluates ‘safety concerns’ over dental devices featured in KHN-CBS investigation

In the wake of a KHN-CBS News investigation, the FDA on Thursday said it is “evaluating safety concerns” over the use of a dental appliance that multiple lawsuits allege caused grievous harm to patients.

Tribune News Service · Mar 31, 2023