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Christensen: Time to add implants to your practice; firing a patient; and independent hygienists

December 3, 2013

What documentation is needed for orthodontic treatment? And student loan debt; what is a dental lab worth?

December 1, 2013

Oral cancer screening questioned; the difference a dentist can make; What inspired you?

November 26, 2013

Antibiotic shortage ending? And new database provides oral health answers; coalition of dentists seeks to improve access to care

November 24, 2013

Cost-effectiveness of single crowns; NY judge orders new trial in Small Smiles case

November 19, 2013

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Pediatric dentist accused of performing surgery while intoxicated

A dentist in Texas was arrested for compromising patient safety at a pediatric practice.

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The current state of dentistry

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Personal vs. enterprise goodwill: Understanding the differences in divorce valuations

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Women in dentistry: What's happening and what comes next

Escape the PPO Trap: Take Back Control of Your Practice

Escape the PPO Trap: Take Back Control of Your Practice

AAO to keep eye on microplastics in clear aligners

By Melissa Busch

The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) will monitor research about microplastics possibly being released from clear aligners.

December 17, 2024

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Shoring up dental organizations' security vulnerabilities

The harsh reality is that it is only a matter of time before a practice or dental service organization is hit by a cyber breach of some kind, writes Erik Eisen. Here are key areas of your business you can self-audit.

December 17, 2024

Suit filed in healthy teen's 3rd-molar surgery death

By Melissa Busch

The parents of a healthy 17-year-old who died following anesthesia-related complications during a third-molar extraction procedure are suing his oral surgeon.

December 16, 2024

Gavel Scale Lawsuit

Mouth taping helps apnea, snoring. Maybe?

The popular social media trend of mouth taping during sleep may improve obstructive sleep apnea, snoring, and bilevel ventilation, but more research is needed, reports a review study published in the American Journal of Otolaryngology.

December 16, 2024

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How much should you raise your fees in 2025?

By Estela Vargas

While it's normal to feel trepidatious about raising your dental fees, adjusting your fees annually is vital to maintaining a stable, profitable business, writes Estela Vargas, CRDH.

December 16, 2024

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Do's and don'ts for increasing practice efficiency

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

Overcoming patient concerns about proposed treatment isn't taught in dental school. Dr. Roger P. Levin offers tips on how to boost case acceptance and practice production.

December 16, 2024

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Phony dentist accused of running kitchen apartment practice

By Melissa Busch

A woman is accused of illegally operating a dental practice out of the kitchen of her one-bedroom apartment.

December 13, 2024

Why oral health should be integrated into pre-, postnatal care

Pregnant individuals may face higher risks of dental issues, linked to adverse pregnancy outcomes, as well as mental health conditions that can worsen oral health, according to a report from the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health.

December 13, 2024

Getting the most out of your dental practice sale with an unconventional approach

By Bruce Bryen, CPA, CVA

What is an unconventional approach to a dental practice sale that allows the dentist to get the most out of his or her continuous years of hard work? Bruce Bryen, CPA, CVA, answers that question.

December 13, 2024

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Does dentistry have an ethics problem heading into 2025?

Susan Gunn has spoken at dental meetings on the subject of ethics for years. However, Gunn is now worried that dentistry is at a crossroads when it comes to ethics, both personally and professionally.

December 12, 2024

Maximizing year-end benefits: Why email campaigns are essential for dental practices

By Dr. Lior Tamir

As year-end approaches, many dental practice owners are missing out on a prime opportunity to boost their business. Dr. Lior Tamir outlines an inexpensive, effective marketing strategy that will have patients calling your practice.

December 12, 2024

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Pediatric dentist sentenced to prison

By Melissa Busch

A pediatric dentist accused of having more than 2,700 images and videos of children, including some featuring kids younger than 12, was sentenced to prison.

December 12, 2024

Judge Gavel Court

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