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New chart: Calcium phosphate products compared

By Laird Harrison

In recent years, a flood of calcium phosphate products has hit the market -- pastes, gels, gums, rinses, and sealants -- which the makers claim can restore enamel in carious lesions. But which one should you use? To help you sort through the confusion, we've prepared a chart comparing the forms and usages of each product.

December 5, 2007

High tech, high touch, Part II

By Brian Casey

How should a typical dental practice set up its network? Dr. Larry Emmott, D.D.S., a PC guru and principal at the Aesthetic Dental Institute in Phoenix, shared his hard-won insights at the recent American Dental Association meeting in San Francisco.

November 25, 2007

Insurers change exam schedule

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Swayed by the research, a growing number of dental insurance plans are rejecting the traditional semiannual cleaning. Instead, these plans are pushing dentists to see healthier patients less often and less healthy patients more often

November 18, 2007

High tech, high touch, Part I

By Brian Casey

Computer technology can make dentistry more patient-friendly -- if its implemented wisely. Rather than view technology as a necessary evil, dentists should view it as an agent of change that can help them better connect with their patients.

November 18, 2007

Beat the malpractice rap

By Vanessa Richardson

Want to avoid a malpractice lawsuit? Check these tips on staying out of court.

October 31, 2007

Delta Dental expands coverage

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Delta Dental Insurance Company and Delta Dental of Pennsylvania recently announced that they are adding additional cleanings and oral exams for pregnant women, and implant coverage to their standard programs.

October 29, 2007