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Invisible Aligners
Candid shifts away from direct-to-consumer aligners
Clear aligner developer Candid is closing its direct-to-consumer business and all of its 45 locations to focus on a business-to-business model for its CandidPro telehealth service.
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Heartland Dental reports 'unprecedented' growth in 2021
In 2021, Heartland Dental added 424 new practices across the 38 states it serves, a rate of growth the company called "unprecedented."
January 20, 2022
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Product Updates
Biolase, BMW continue with dental laser promotion
Biolase will continue collaborating with BMW Performance Center West to offer dentists experience with the Waterlase dental laser and BMW vehicles.
January 20, 2022
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AADEJ names new board leadership
The American Association of Dental Editors and Journalists (AADEJ) recently named its 2021-2022 board leadership members.
January 20, 2022
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Invisible Aligners
Jeff Margolis joins Grin's board of directors
Digital orthodontic platform provider Grin has appointed Jeff Margolis, the former CEO and chairman at TriZetto and Welltok, to its board of directors.
January 20, 2022
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Dental Education
Valleywise receives grant for education program
Valleywise Health has received a grant from the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration to establish a new dental residency program in the Phoenix area.
January 19, 2022
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AI
SoftSmile's AI-based orthodontic software gets FDA nod
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted 510(k) clearance to SoftSmile's Vision artificial intelligence (AI)-based orthodontic software.
January 19, 2022
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UAE clears Pearl's Second Opinion software
Artificial intelligence technology developer Pearl has received clearance from the United Arab Emirates' (UAE) Ministry of Health and Prevention for its Second Opinion software.
January 19, 2022
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Dental Hygiene
IADR touts article on future research directions
The International Association for Dental Research (IADR) highlighted an article on future directions for the behavioral and social oral health sciences field, published on January 19 in the Journal of Dental Research.
January 19, 2022
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DrBicuspid sales director August James dies
DrBicuspid.com National Sales Director August "Auggie" James died on January 8. He has left behind a tremendous legacy in the dental industry through his 25 years of advertising sales experience with traditional and digital media companies.
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Legal Issues
Suspected DUI crash leads to call not to eat toothpaste
A woman's bizarre toothpaste trick failed during a DUI stop.
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Hygiene Tools
More than 8 in 10 HSA and FSA holders would spend tax-free dollars on oral care
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Office Management
From Sunday night dread to freedom: How one dentist redesigned her dental practice
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Infection Control
Dr. Tom Giacobbi on the importance of a water control referee in your practice
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Legal Issues
Assault of 2 patients results in dentist’s suspension
More in Home
This strategy may reduce repeat dental anesthesia in kids
By Ava Barros
The use of full-coverage restorations on primary molars and canines during general anesthesia (GA) may be linked to pediatric patients needing repeat GA, reports a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
August 15, 2024
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Dentist faces 39 invasion of privacy charges
By Melissa Busch
A dentist was arrested and charged with 39 counts of invasion of privacy.
August 14, 2024
Handcuffs
3 powerful tips to not let your CE investment fade on Monday morning
By Dr. Crystal Schneider
Taking small bites, being consistent, and reflecting on your progress are the keys to making implementation practical and attainable, writes Dr. Crystal Schneider.
August 14, 2024
Crystal Schneider, DMD
High birth weight may be a risk factor for caries
By Ava Barros
High birth weight may serve as a predictor for early childhood tooth decay and should be factored into risk assessments to prevent caries, according to a birth cohort study published in BMC Oral Health.
August 14, 2024
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Dentist, 'Hoosiers' actor agrees to plea deal
By Melissa Busch
An Indiana dentist, known for his role in the film "Hoosiers," has entered a plea deal to resolve allegations that he locked an employee in an office and inappropriately touched her.
August 13, 2024
Dr. Steven Hollar. Image courtesy of Hollar Dental Group.
Ex-dental manager pleads guilty for not paying $750K in taxes
By Melissa Busch
A former dental officer manager entered a guilty plea for failing to pay more than $750,000 in employment taxes and not filing employment tax returns.
August 13, 2024
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DSOs share 10 operational changes that increase same-store growth
By Beth Gaddis
Beth Gaddis spoke with several dental industry leaders who shared the changes they made to streamline operations, increase capacity, and boost revenue.
August 13, 2024
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U.S. adults report dental insurance is a must for overall health
By Ava Barros
More U.S. adults see dental insurance as crucial for one's overall health, linking oral health to chronic conditions, according to the "2024 State of America's Oral Health and Wellness Report" from Delta Dental.
August 13, 2024
Dental Exam Man
Oral surgeon cops to pilfering drugs meant for surgery patients
By Melissa Busch
An oral surgeon who reportedly tampered with surgery patients' fentanyl so he could use it himself has pleaded guilty.
August 12, 2024
Fentanyl Citrate
Pop star celebrates milestone by brushing with whiskey
By Melissa Busch
Pop star Kesha commemorated the 15th anniversary of her single "TiK ToK" by enacting the song's iconic lyrics: She brushed her teeth with Jack Daniel's whiskey.
August 12, 2024
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Cellerant CEO series: Mariya Filipova on the oral-systemic connection, awards to know
By Kevin Henry
In this episode, Mariya Filipova discusses the concept of intrapreneurship, the challenges of driving change and innovation in large organizations, and the potential for growth and investment in the dental industry.
August 12, 2024
Mariya Filipova
Do's and don'ts for dental insurance
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
The dental profession has always had a love-hate relationship with dental insurance. Dr. Roger P. Levin offers tips on how to make dental insurance work for you.
August 12, 2024
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