Dental Business: Page 441

Study compares spatter reduction of Isolite, dental dam

By Rob Goszkowski

Cold season is here, so what's the best way to protect yourself and your staff from spatter produced while preparing teeth? Researchers found the Isolite system and a dental dam used with a high-volume evacuation to be effective, with a few subtle differences.

November 13, 2012

Debate over ADA Library cuts not over yet

By Mary J. Hayes, DDS, MS, AM

With the ADA Library officially in limbo, it's time for its supporters to voice their concerns to ADA leadership about the dismantling of this historic resource without a measured plan in place to meet the needs of the association's history and future, according to Dr. Mary Hayes, a practicing dentist with a master's degree in medical library science.

November 13, 2012

Birner Dental sales, income rise in Q3

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Birner Dental Management Services saw a year-over-year increase in both revenues and income for the third quarter of 2012 (end-September 30), largely due to patients accepting more expensive treatment plans.

November 12, 2012

Are disciplinary actions against DMSOs on the rise?

By Dr. Michael W. Davis

More than 30% of disciplinary actions discharged by the New Mexico Board of Dental Health between June 27, 2011, and August 7, 2012 involved dental professionals affiliated with dental management service organizations (DMSOs).

November 12, 2012

Dental Diaries: Expiration dates

By Dr. Sheri Doniger

We all have products that get used more than others. Some materials, drugs, or even food may be sitting on our shelves for longer than we remember. Is it time to check your shelves and storage areas?

November 12, 2012

DQA moves forward with evidence-based initiatives

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The Dental Quality Alliance (DQA) has made great strides this year in its work to develop oral health quality measures in response to legislated mandates, members noted at a November 2 meeting of the DQA in Chicago.

November 11, 2012

NYC dentists sue contractor over crane collapse

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The contractor of a 90-story luxury apartment building in New York City is facing a $5 million lawsuit from two dentists who blame the company for a construction crane collapse during Superstorm Sandy, according to news reports.

November 11, 2012

Dos and don'ts for practice finance: Finding the right dental lab

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

Most dentists have a good relationship with their dental laboratory. However, that relationship is sometimes more the result of a habit than a carefully considered decision.

November 11, 2012

UB mobile dental van hits the road

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The University at Buffalo (UB) School of Dental Medicine has unveiled a new mobile dental van, S-miles To Go.

November 8, 2012

Henry Schein broadens support in wake of Sandy

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Henry Schein is broadening support for its customers affected by Superstorm Sandy.

November 8, 2012

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

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