Dental Business: Page 555

Align Technology launches Invisalign G3

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Align Technology has introduced Invisalign G3, which includes software features designed to make it easier to use Invisalign with class II and III patients, new SmartForce features designed for increased predictability of certain tooth movements, and more intuitive software to streamline treatment planning and review, according to the company.

August 15, 2010

Dentists can play key role in screening for HIV

By Erin Archer, RN

With more people visiting their dentist than their physician each year, dental practitioners can help identify patients who may have HIV or AIDS and not know it. And the earlier the diagnosis, the better the treatment outcomes.

August 15, 2010

Goals vs. reality, Part 2

By Dan Kingsbury, DDS

Often it is only when we contemplate what action we took that we realize we took no action at all.

August 15, 2010

Dos and don'ts for case presentation: Move beyond single-tooth treatment

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

For many practices, single-tooth treatment constitutes as much as 80% of patient appointments. A high volume of single-tooth dentistry is not the most efficient way to practice because most patients have multiple oral health needs -- not just one problem.

August 15, 2010

Benefits of hypnotizing pediatric patients unclear

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

More studies are needed to determine the benefits of using hypnosis in pediatric dentistry, according to a Cochrane review.

August 12, 2010

Calif. dental school hires ID theft repair firm

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The Loma Linda University School of Dentistry has hired a credit monitoring and repair firm to help potential identity theft victims following the theft of three computers in June.

August 12, 2010

Report addresses access-to-care issues in Mich.

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Looking to help more Michigan residents get access to dental care, the 30-member Michigan Access to Oral Health Care Work Group has issued a new report outlining concrete strategies to help ensure people aren't forced to go without dental care.

August 12, 2010

Iowa dental school receives $500K gift

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The University of Iowa College of Dentistry recently received gift support totaling $500,000 from Donald Ostrus, D.D.S., of Los Altos, CA.

August 12, 2010

Curve Dental offers free patient education software

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Curve Dental has released CurveEd, free, Web-based patient education software that features a series of professional 3D videos that can be viewed on a PC, Mac, iPad, or iPhone.

August 12, 2010

Pa. college offers anesthesia course for hygienists

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Montgomery County Community College is now offering a 30-hour accredited anesthesia course for licensed dental hygienists.

August 12, 2010

NY attorney general scrutinizes CareCredit practices

By Donna Domino

Six dental practices are among 10 healthcare providers being investigated for alleged predatory lending practices involving GE Money's CareCredit service. The probe calls into question a financing option that has become increasingly popular during the economic recession.

August 12, 2010

Office closures cut Birner Dental Q2 profits

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Birner Dental Management Services, operators of Perfect Teeth dental practices, announced a 30.5% drop in its net income for the second quarter (end-June 30) to $419,000, compared to $602,000 in the same quarter a year ago.

August 11, 2010

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