Dental Education: Page 144

SIU dental school names new dean

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Trustees at Southern Illinois University (SIU) in Edwardsville have appointed Bruce Rotter, DMD, as dean of its School of Dental Medicine in Alton.

November 8, 2012

APHA study: Dental therapists improve access to care

By Donna Domino

Dental therapists provide quality care while improving access to care in a cost-effective way, according to a literature review presented at the recent American Public Health Association (APHA) annual meeting. And their participation in school-based programs has been linked to declines in the rate of caries in several countries.

November 8, 2012

ADA Foundation offers Emergency Disaster Assistance grants

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

In support of dentists affected by Superstorm Sandy, the ADA Foundation has launched a new Emergency Disaster Assistance Grant to complement its existing Disaster Assistance Grants Program.

November 7, 2012

Colo. dentist who reused needles sued by partner

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A Colorado dentist who was found to have repeatedly reused needles and syringes is now being sued by his dental partner, according to a story by Courthouse News Service.

November 7, 2012

AxiUm EDR to connect 50-office practice in Northwest

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Willamette Dental Group is implementing an electronic dental record (EDR) system to integrate its multipractice network in the Pacific Northwest.

November 7, 2012

'Going green' has cost and care advantages for dentistry

By Donna Domino

"Going green" is not only environmentally friendly, it's also economically savvy for dental practices, according to a presentation at the recent ADA Annual Session. Adopting eco-friendly practices can save dentists thousands of dollars a year, in addition to preserving natural resources.

November 6, 2012

Ex-employee sues dentist over Medicaid billing dispute

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The former office manager for a Texas dentist has filed a wrongful termination lawsuit against the dentist, claiming she was fired for refusing to take part in "improper and illegal billing practices."

November 4, 2012

Teachers' pension plan may buy Heartland Dental

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan is reportedly nearing a deal to buy Heartland Dental Care for $1.3 billion.

November 4, 2012

Dos and don'ts for production per patient

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

In contrast to need-based dentistry, patient education is critical to gain cosmetic case acceptance. With need-based dentistry, patients often accept treatment to alleviate pain. Motivating patients to agree to cosmetic procedures is a much more subtle and comprehensive process.

November 4, 2012

What union support of Obamacare may mean for dentistry

By William T. Brown, DDS

Will unintended consequences of the Affordable Care Act ("Obamacare") result in a new dental practice model, with 2% cosmetic practices and 98% working for government unions? An analysis of a recent Forbes Magazine article demonstrates how this scenario could become a reality.

November 4, 2012

Delta Dental of NJ opens amid Sandy disruptions

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Delta Dental of New Jersey announced that it is opening its doors in spite of disruptions caused by Superstorm Sandy. There are limited service capabilities due to the storm's aftermath, but Delta Dental is working hard to be at full strength as soon as possible, the company announced.

November 1, 2012

Liberty Dental opens natural disaster hotline

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Liberty Dental Plan has established a natural disaster hotline to assist those experiencing the effects of Superstorm Sandy.

October 31, 2012

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