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Intraoral Scanners
Medit launches new intraoral scanning system
Digital dentistry solutions provider Medit has launched a new intraoral scanner, the Medit i900, powered by Medit Link.
May 2, 2024
The Medit i900 intraoral scanner. Image courtesy of Medit.
Patient Communication
Henry Schein One integrates with Reserve with Google
Henry Schein One has integrated with Reserve with Google to offer easier dental patient appointment booking.
May 2, 2024
Dentist Assistant Computer
Dental Education
UTI launches hygiene programs in Fla., Ore.
Concorde Career Colleges, the healthcare education division of Universal Technical Institute (UTI), has introduced two dental hygiene associate degree programs at its Miramar, FL, and Portland, OR, campuses.
May 2, 2024
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Practice Management Software
One Dentrix feature that way too many dental practices aren't using
Learn why the Perfect Day Scheduling feature is important for every dental practice, and get a sneak peek into an on-demand continuing education webinar from Dentrix National Trainer of the Year Dayna Johnson.
May 2, 2024
Dayna Johnson
Industry Updates
VDT launches PitchIt DDS
The Virtual Dental Team (VDT) has launched PitchIt DDS, a service for crafting investor presentations tailored to dental startups and existing healthcare and technology firms in the oral care sector.
May 1, 2024
Presentation Pitch
Industry Updates
UptimeHealth acquires Dental Whale
Boston-based healthcare technology company UptimeHealth has acquired dental practice adviser Dental Whale and its subsidiaries.
May 1, 2024
Businesspeople Decision
Invisible Aligners
OrthoFX launches shorter-wear clear aligners
OrthoFX has launched NiTime, clear aligners that are designed to be worn for shorter periods of time and can treat all classes of dental malocclusions, in the U.S.
May 1, 2024
The OrthoFX NiTime invisible aligner. Image courtesy of OrthoFX.
Dental Education
Texas school to launch dental hygiene program
College of the Mainland in Texas City, TX, has launched its dental hygiene associate degree program.
April 30, 2024
Dental School Classroom
Hygiene Tools
Arm & Hammer, TheraBreath partner on toothpaste
Arm & Hammer and TheraBreath have collaborated to launch Arm & Hammer Plus TheraBreath toothpaste.
April 29, 2024
Arm& Hammer Plus TheraBreath toothpaste. Image courtesy of Church & Dwight Co.
Hygiene Tools
Wing Brush launches 3-sided brush
Wing Brush Inc. has launched a three-sided smart toothbrush, which is available for order exclusively on Kickstarter.
April 29, 2024
The Wing three-sided brush. Image courtesy of Wing Brush Inc.
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Dental hygienist charged with using forged licenses
A woman accused of practicing with bogus state dental hygienist licenses for more than four years has been charged, according to an affidavit.
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Gum disease plus diabetes damages more than health
By Ava Barros
There may be a link between periodontal disease, diabetes mellitus, and annual healthcare expenditures, with individuals having both conditions paying more. This study was recently published in the Journal of Periodontology.
January 28, 2025
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Tips for presenting treatment and dental insurance billing for 2025, Part 2
By Estela Vargas
In three tips, Estela Vargas, CRDH, offers coding strategies necessary for dental insurance billing and claims submission in the ever-changing dental coding landscape.
January 28, 2025
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Dentist whose career affected by crash awarded $1.4M
By Melissa Busch
A dentist was awarded $1.4 million in damages after a court heard testimony that his car crash injuries could reduce his projected lifetime earnings by $6 million if he worked until age 65.
January 27, 2025
Gavel Money Lawsuit
1 in 10 overdoses on medication for dental pain
By Melissa Busch
About 10% of dental patients accidentally overdose on pain medication, according to a new study.
January 27, 2025
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Why dentists don't participate in state health programs
By Ava Barros
Challenges, like funding constraints and limited input in policy changes, may prevent general dental practitioners from participating in publicly funded oral healthcare programs, reports a review published in Health Policy.
January 27, 2025
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CE shouldn't be boring: Why dental meetings need expert speakers who engage
By Ryan Vet
Dental continuing education (CE) will only remain relevant if it provides something attendees can't get from an on-demand webinar or a YouTube video, writes Ryan Vet. He shares his thoughts with DrBicuspid readers on the current state of CE in dentistry.
January 27, 2025
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Do's and don'ts for controlling practice overhead
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Most practices have an overhead percentage that's 4% to 6% too high. But following these do's and don'ts can immediately lower your costs and boost profitability.
January 27, 2025
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This toothpaste formula may reduce plaque, more
By Ava Barros
Toothpaste with antimicrobial peptides epsilon-poly-L-lysine and funme peptide may reduce plaque, halitosis, and gingival bleeding, according to a study published in the International Dental Journal.
January 24, 2025
Toothpaste Toothbrush
Opinion: It's time to reevaluate the fluoride conversation
By Dr. Mark Burhenne
Dental patients who are informed about the risks of fluoride may look for alternative treatments, pushing cosmetic dentistry to evolve, writes Dr. Mark Burhenne.
January 24, 2025
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Get the right advice before selling your dental practice
By Bruce Bryen, CPA, CVA
Selling a dental practice is one of the biggest decisions of every dentist's career. Bruce Bryen, CPA, CVA, advises dentists how they can ensure the sale reaps maximum benefits.
January 24, 2025
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Podcast: How to make your dental practice more senior-friendly
By Kevin Henry
Dr. Michael Wiseman shared with DrBicuspid the importance of ensuring the safety and oral priorities of today's older dental patients and how dentists can prepare for an older patient demographic.
January 24, 2025
Dr. Michael Wiseman
New information revealed about hygienist found dead
By Melissa Busch
Police continue to investigate the death of a 47-year-old dental hygienist who was found decomposing in her home in New York.
January 23, 2025
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