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How to ensure your IT services provider delivers on promises
By Michael Uretz
While dentistry may not be one of the early adopters of digital technology, at some point every dental office will need to contract with an IT services provider. Michael Uretz, a 30-year IT veteran, offers some tips to help dental practitioners navigate these often tricky waters.
March 11, 2009
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Wal-Mart adds EHRs to product portfolio
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Wal-Mart is getting into the electronic health records (EHRs) business, according to a story in the New York Times.
March 10, 2009
Ask Marty: What is the best method of intraoffice communication?
By Dr. Marty Jablow
A: There are many different ways to communicate within the office. Some are more effective then others. Ultimately, choosing the best communication system depends on the needs of your facility and practice.
March 8, 2009
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Sound and light changes can ease kids' fears at dental visits
By Rabia Mughal
A trip to the dentist can make even the most easy-going child nervous. A new study suggests that altering the sensory environment in the office -- particularly sound and lighting -- can considerably lower kids' anxiety.
March 5, 2009
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IMEP offers free emergency preparedness classes
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Institute of Medical Emergency Preparedness (IMEP) is offering its medical emergency membership and related continuing education courses for free to the dental community throughout 2009, the organization announced.
March 4, 2009
Five new dental schools under consideration
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Discussions are under way to open five new dental schools in the U.S., according to the ADA News.
March 2, 2009
Common sense can keep your patients safe
By Rochelle Sharpe
Drug overdose. Choking. Allergies. Anxiety. By ignoring the common hazards of their profession, many dentists are putting their patients at risk. That's the warning from Stanley Malamed, D.D.S.
March 1, 2009
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New law expands U.S. government role in dentistry
By Laird Harrison
An expansion of the Children's Health Insurance Program will pour millions of federal dollars into oral healthcare for children. But along with the money comes new government scrutiny of dental care -- which could open the door to superhygienists.
February 24, 2009
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Penn dental school names new dean
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Denis Kinane, B.D.S., Ph.D., has been named dean of the School of Dental Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, effective July 1.
February 23, 2009
Lexi-Comp debuts iPhone, iPod touch software for dental data
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Lexi-Comp, a publisher of clinical resources for the dental market, has developed two software packages to deliver its library of dental-specific references to iPhone and iPod touch users.
February 23, 2009
West Coast University debuts dental hygiene degree program
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
West Coast University in Southern California is now offering a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene degree program, according to the university.
February 22, 2009
U.S. stimulus bill a tease for dentistry
By Kathy Kincade
The U.S. government plans to hand out billions of dollars in incentives to healthcare providers who adopt electronic health records between now and 2015. Unfortunately, dentists aren't included.
February 22, 2009
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