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Chicago to expand kids' dental program
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
On May 6, the Chicago City Council approved an ordinance that would expand that city's current dental program in Chicago public schools to all schools within Chicago's borders.
May 7, 2015
ADEA: Is the U.S. dental safety net able to do more?
By Theresa Pablos
The American Dental Education Association (ADEA) has released a policy brief detailing the state of the dental safety net in the U.S. The paper highlights concerning access-to-care issues, including a 16% increase in the number of emergency room visits for dental-related problems from 2006 to 2009.
May 6, 2015
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The Naked Dentist: Are you the biggest loser?
By Curtis Marshall
In his latest Naked Dentist column, Curtis Marshall takes a practice in Wyoming out of its comfort zone and offers tips to help any practice get out of a rut.
May 5, 2015
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Second Opinion: Questions answered about ACA pediatric dental plans -- Part 1
By Jeff Album
In this Second Opinion, Jeff Album, a Delta Dental vice president, answers questions originally posed by Dr. Jason P. Hirsch about pediatric dental plans under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). In moving the discussion forward, Album agrees that dentists should understand how coverage policies work.
May 3, 2015
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Study: High dental costs strain personal finances worldwide
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The high cost of dental care leaves many in several countries with little money for basic necessities, according to new study in PLOS One.
April 30, 2015
CDA Presents 2015: Schein releases Dentrix G6 software
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
ANAHEIM, CA - Henry Schein has announced the release of its Dentrix G6 software at the California Dental Association's CDA Presents 2015.
April 30, 2015
How to make your practice transgender-friendly
By Theresa Pablos
If a transgender patient walks into your office, do you know what questions to ask and not to ask? Do you have forms and facilities the patient would feel comfortable using? If you answered no, you're not alone. While many dentists want transgender patients to feel welcome, not everyone knows how to do so.
April 29, 2015
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Perfect match: Choosing the right associate for your practice
By Morgan Pace
Choosing the right associate could be one of the biggest decisions you will make as a practice owner. But how should you assess an associate candidate? Dental search consultant/recruiter Morgan Pace writes that many practice owners opt for the "gut feel" method, results are generally better when taking a more systematic approach. He offers practical advice that can ease your process.
April 29, 2015
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Carestream's CS 3500 intraoral scanner wins Edison Award
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Carestream Dental's CS 3500 intraoral scanner was awarded a bronze medal at the 2015 Edison Award ceremony.
April 28, 2015
What's on your 'away message'?
By Richard H. Madow, DDS, and David M. Madow, DDS
When you are preparing to be out of the office, do you give much thought to your out-of-office message? In their latest column, the Madow Brothers bring your attention to how you can use these messages to your advantage and offer real-life examples that can help your practice present the right message to your patients.
April 28, 2015
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5 reasons emergency patients never come back
By Sally McKenzie
How does your practice react when you receive a call from an emergency patient? Practice management expert Sally McKenzie suggests seeing this as an opportunity for growth. She offers five tips to help you reap the benefits these patients can bring, from a larger patient base to increased production and a more robust bottom line.
April 26, 2015
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Second Opinion: Questions we should be asking insurance companies -- Part 2
By Jason P. Hirsch, DMD, MPH
In the first part of this Second Opinion, Dr. Jason P. Hirsch addressed the confusion surrounding the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and dentistry. In the conclusion, he urges practitioners and insurance companies alike to put patients first.
April 26, 2015
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