Dental Practice: Page 280

Dentist loses license for using dirty tools, improper conduct
By Melissa Busch
The Vermont Board of Dental Examiners has revoked the license of a dentist for using unsterilized instruments and also his history of "unprofessional conduct." His license is one of only nine that has been revoked in about 60 years, according to news reports.
February 26, 2020
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Dentist convicted of evading paying $450K in taxes
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A U.S. jury convicted a Wisconsin dentist of four counts of tax evasion for failing to file tax returns and encouraging patients to pay with cash to avoid paying about $450,000 in taxes, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
February 25, 2020
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Dentist agrees to pay $135K to settle patient rewards scheme
By Melissa Busch
A dentist and his practice in Massachusetts have agreed to pay $135,000 to resolve allegations that they operated an illegal kickback scheme in which patients won prizes, like Apple TVs and gift cards, for more appointments and referrals and led to improper reimbursements from the state's Medicaid program.
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Woman arrested for trashing dental office, hitting employee
By Melissa Busch
A woman in Ohio was arrested for striking an employee and ransacking a dental exam room, forcing the space to be shut down to patients. An argument over dental services triggered the violent outburst, according to news reports.
February 25, 2020
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The ins and outs of employer-sponsored retirement plans
By Bruce Bryen, CPA, CVA
Have you ever wondered how an employer-sponsored, qualified retirement plan would affect your dental practice? You have probably wondered about which plans are best and how to choose one. Certified public accountant Bruce Bryen offers his thoughts and some advice.
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Don't settle for average: Achieve excellence in your dental practice
By Sally McKenzie
There are a lot of average dental practices out there. These offices do OK, but they're certainly not reaching their full potential. Don't let your practice fall into this category. Instead, focus on creating an excellent practice that truly stands out. When you do, dentistry becomes more fun and more profitable, writes practice management consultant Sally McKenzie.
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Dentist pleads guilty to $700K in Medicaid fraud
By Melissa Busch
A St. Louis-area dentist has pleaded guilty to defrauding Illinois Medicaid out of about $700,000, according to news reports. He will lose his license to practice dentistry in the state and pay restitution as part of the consent decree.
February 24, 2020
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Officials sound alert for dental board phone scam in Ill.
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation issued a statement on February 20 warning of a new telephone scam in which callers request money and information on behalf of the Illinois Board of Dentistry.
February 23, 2020
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Podcast: Tips to manage the negative people in your practice and life
By Kevin Henry
How do we stop the negativity that happens so often in our places of business and lives? Often, we can't change the people who are negative, but we can certainly ensure that their impact on us is minimal at best. On a recent podcast, DrBicuspid.com Editor-in-Chief Kevin Henry offers five pieces of advice that can help.
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Do's and don'ts for social media: Plan social media
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and other social media provide excellent opportunities for sharing news about the practice, giving valuable advice about oral health, and much more. However, it should not be done "on the fly," notes Dr. Roger P. Levin. Develop a plan, decide which team member will be in charge of handling social media, and establish your practice's online presence as soon as you can.
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Video: The difference one degree can make in your dental practice
By Kevin Henry
Steve Jensen of Dental Intelligence believes certain practice management numbers can, when dentists and dental team members know them and how their business is growing or struggling, make all the difference between being good and being great. He talks about one of those numbers in this video.
February 20, 2020
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Why hygiene is the cornerstone of practice success
By Fred Joyal and Shannon Richkowski
The simple truth is that hygiene impacts every department. Hygienists also benefit when they realize that their department is essentially a business within a business, and they need skills in that area as well, writes Fred Joyal and Shannon Richkowski.
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