Dental Practice: Page 610

Dental malpractice case spotlights outdated California law
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
In California, $250,000 is the most that can be recovered in a medical malpractice claim. The limit was set 34 years ago by the passage of the Medical Injury Compensation Reform Act of 1975. Critics say the $250,000 cap hasn't been adjusted for inflation in 34 years.
September 20, 2009
Ask Marty: I plan to add a remote location using a virtual private network to work off a single database. Is there a better option?
By Dr. Marty Jablow
A: Setting up a virtual private network (VPN) is an absolute necessity to ensure the security and integrity of your data.
September 20, 2009
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Washington officials say woman sold phony insurance to dentists
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner issued a cease-and-desist order against Brenda MacLaren-Beattie and her Des Moines, WA-based company, the MacLaren Group, who are accused of selling fake policies to dentists.
September 17, 2009
U.S. Senate bill would tax dental benefits
By Laird Harrison
Draft healthcare reform legislation in the U.S. Senate would tax some dental benefits, raising the possibility that fewer adults would seek dental care.
September 17, 2009
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1-800-DENTIST employees blog about dentistry
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
1-800-DENTIST is relaunching its dental blog, DentistLove.com. The revamped site features 1-800-DENTIST employees blogging about their experiences regarding dentistry and oral hygiene.
September 14, 2009
Maryland governor claims dental progress
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Maryland has improved dental care since the widely publicized death of 12-year-old Deamonte Driver from a dental abscess, Gov. Martin O'Malley and other state leaders claimed in a speech last week.
September 14, 2009
DentAppoint launches new patient scheduling service
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
DentAppoint Patient Recall Services has launched a new personalized patient scheduling service that is designed to assist dental practices in activating patients who are overdue for hygiene and restorative treatment.
September 13, 2009
Coast Dental to install Web-based patient communications system
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Coast Dental of Tampa, FL, and Demandforce signed a multiyear agreement to roll out Demandforce D3, a Web-based patient communications and reputational marketing software platform, to 115 Coast Dental practices in Florida and Georgia.
September 13, 2009
Dos and don'ts for leading your team
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
When leading your staff, it is critical to communicate with them and welcome their feedback. Know what's affecting your team members. Understand their concerns -- and ensure they are prepared for the upcoming day.
September 13, 2009
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PracticeWorks debuts mobile data access device at CDA meeting
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
SAN FRANCISCO - PracticeWorks Systems has unveiled a new software application for the Blackberry and iPhone that allows dental professionals to manage their offices and patient needs remotely.
September 10, 2009
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The ABCs of informed consent
By Kathy Kincade
SAN FRANCISCO - The line between "maloccurrence" and "malpractice" is a thin one, often hinging on whether the standard of care was met and the patient was properly informed of treatment risks, benefits, complications, and alternatives.
September 9, 2009
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PerioPal offers unlimited licensing policy for software
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
PerioPal is now offering a single server, unlimited licensing model for its periodontal charting software.
September 9, 2009
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