Dental Practice: Page 546

U.S. dental systems market to reach $1.9 billion in 2016

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The U.S. market for dental operatory equipment and practice management software will reach $1.9 billion by 2016, according to a new global report series by iData Research.

March 1, 2010

Technology and timing open new doors for dental assistants

By Tina M. Calloway, CDA

What does it take to be an outstanding dental assistant? Passion, commitment, and a mentor who is willing to encourage every member of the dental team to reach his or her professional goals.

March 1, 2010

DentalPlans.com offers discounts through Office Depot

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

DentalPlans.com is now offering exclusive prices on its discount dental plans to members of two Office Depot reward programs, Worklife Rewards and Star Teacher. These programs allow small business owners and teachers, respectively, to save on supplies, the companies announced.

February 28, 2010

Dos and don'ts for patient communication

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

Every patient interaction involves communication. Many practices implement scripting but only for targeted systems, such as case presentation. But using scripts for every routine conversation generates the best results for practices in terms of excellent customer service and increased patient referrals.

February 28, 2010

Dental assistants get week of recognition

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Dental Assistants Recognition Week, which honors dental assistants for their role on the dental team, will be held March 7-13 this year, according to an ADA News article.

February 28, 2010

Truth and consequences

By Don Deems, DDS, FAGD

Telling the truth can be hard, but doing so can help you be a better leader and reduce the stress in your life.

February 28, 2010

Obama, Republicans clash at health summit

By Reuters Health

WASHINGTON (Reuters), Feb 26 - President Barack Obama and Republicans clashed frequently on Thursday at a summit on his stalled healthcare overhaul, battling over the size and cost of the proposal and moving no closer to a compromise agreement.

February 25, 2010

U.S. House votes to repeal insurance antitrust exemptions

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The U.S. House of Representatives voted February 24 to subject health insurance companies to federal antitrust regulations. The bill, which passed 406-19, leaves intact exemptions from the act for malpractice liability insurers.

February 24, 2010

States take aim at discount dental plans

By Donna Domino

A number of U.S. states are cracking down on discount health plans that offer dental programs -- even though dentists have long used these plans to help fill empty chairs.

February 23, 2010

Cigna gains ADA CERP approval for CE

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The ADA Continuing Education Recognition Program (CERP) has approved Cigna as a recognized provider of continuing dental education courses. The program, which evaluates and recognizes organizations that provide continuing dental education, helps ADA members and the dental community select courses that promote continuous improvement.

February 22, 2010

Guardian offers dental student loan protection program

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Guardian Life Insurance Company of America has unveiled a program that will enable medical and dental professionals to protect their ability to repay their student loans in the event they become disabled.

February 22, 2010

Obama speaks out on dental care

By Laird Harrison

Laying out his first detailed proposal for healthcare reform, U.S. President Barack Obama this week said that dental care should be exempted from a proposed tax on expensive health insurance packages. And in a Nevada forum, he hinted about his general views on dental care.

February 22, 2010

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