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Oral health policy for older adults is a mess

By Theresa Pablos

SAN FRANCISCO - Oral health policy for adults in long-term care facilities is a mess, according to a presentation by Elizabeth Mertz, PhD, at the International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics (IAGG) 2017 World Congress. Mertz discussed the depth of the policy problem and how four states are trying to solve it.

July 27, 2017

How effective is the recall program in your practice?

By Alitta Boechler, AuD, MBA

Patient recall is considered one of the lifeblood statistics for every dental practice, but do you know how your practice stacks up against the national average? In her latest data-based column, Alitta Boechler of Sikka Software details national patient recall averages from specific dental codes.

July 26, 2017

A different kind of private practice

By Sidney Schulz, DDS

Many misconceptions exist about dental service organizations (DSOs), writes Dr. Sidney Schulz. He shared these misconceptions for years, until he took a clear look at why the DSO practice near his office was thriving and his private practice was starting to dry up. His transition is an interesting case study as to the changing landscape of dental practice ownership.

July 25, 2017

Survey: Older Asian Americans lack dental care

By Tony Edwards

SAN FRANCISCO - More than 61% of older Asian Americans living in central Texas do not have dental insurance, according to the results of a survey presented at this week's International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics (IAGG) 2017 World Congress. The study findings suggest these patients face challenges to obtain proper oral healthcare, the authors noted.

July 24, 2017

Do's and don'ts for practice communication: Keep the team informed

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

Too many dentists hold on to information that should be shared with the team, notes Dr. Roger P. Levin in his latest Practice Success tip. For example, if you have a practice vision, don't keep it in a notebook in a desk drawer, share it with your team! How can they help you achieve the vision if they don't know what it is?

July 23, 2017

Hygienist launches dental coding community program

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Dental coding expert Patti DiGangi, RDH, has launched a community membership program focusing on Code on Dental Procedures and Nomenclature (CDT) issues.

July 20, 2017

Great Expressions expands in NJ

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Great Expressions Dental Centers has affiliated with three New Jersey dental practices.

July 18, 2017

Ore. tribes hire 1st dental therapist

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians (CTCLUSI) have become the first tribes in Oregon to hire a dental therapist.

July 18, 2017

Mass. adds new Delta Dental plan despite concern

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The Massachusetts Division of Insurance has approved a new low-cost preferred provider organization (PPO) plan from Delta Dental of Massachusetts, despite concerns from the state's dental society.

July 18, 2017

How to create a patient communication loop

By Lisa Knowles, DDS

If you are not used to creating a communication loop with others, or if you have no idea what a communication loop is, you are probably missing out on stronger relationships with those around you, writes Dr. Lisa Knowles. In her latest column, she defines this concept of a communication loop and shows how it can help your practice.

July 17, 2017

MCNA Dental awarded Ark. Medicaid contract

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

MCNA Dental< has signed a contract with the Arkansas Department of Human Services to serve as a dental benefits manager for the state's Medicaid program and the Children's Health Insurance Program.

July 16, 2017

CDA-supported anesthesia bill advances from committee

By Tony Edwards

A California State Assembly bill that would have required three practitioners to be present when a child younger than age 7 was undergoing anesthesia in a dental office has been put on hold, while a separate Senate bill on the same topic supported by the California Dental Association (CDA) is advancing in that state's Legislature.

July 16, 2017

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