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Levin on outside experts; EPA proposal on amalgam separators; Fla. Medicaid reimbursements
September 28, 2014
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Top 6 stories of summer 2014
We present our six most-read stories of the summer. Reflecting the diversity of interests of DrBicuspid.com readers, our most-read stories from the summer include the latest in the ongoing debate between film and digital radiography, the insightful series authored by Dr. Michael W. Davis on scams played on dentists, a video interview with an infection-control expert, and relevant business news.
September 25, 2014
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Philips splits; Davis on DMF index studies; Butler on managing stress before it hurts
September 23, 2014
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Levin on team retreats; P&G to remove microbeads from toothpaste; new study on free sugars
September 21, 2014
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OSAP expands January infection-control boot camp
For any dentist or dental office concerned about infection control, the Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) Core Infection Control Boot Camp offers more than just 24 hours of continuing education credits. In an interview with DrBicuspid.com, OSAP Executive Director Therese Long details how this conference has evolved to better serve dentists, hygienists, and other practitioners.
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Study compares digital x-rays and film; Climo on no broker fees; CDC reports on preventive care
September 16, 2014
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Exclusive infection-control video; Levin on being proactive; Schlenoff on key metrics
September 14, 2014
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Infection-control expert details practical steps to help your practice
In an exclusive video interview with DrBicuspid.com, infection-control expert Eve Cuny spoke of the current and long-term issues facing dental practices when it comes to infection control. She notes that many dental offices want to make infection control more of a priority, but they struggle to find reliable information and are concerned about the time and cost involved.
September 14, 2014
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Kaiser survey shows increase in dental coverage
According to the 2014 Employer Health Benefits survey conducted by the Kaiser Family Foundation and Health Research and Educational Trust, more than 50% of "small firms" now offer dental benefits, compared with only 30% of similar firms in 2000. Among firms with 200 or more employees, 88% offer dental benefits.
September 11, 2014
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Butler on stress management; CDA Presents highlights; can you recognize sleep apnea?
September 9, 2014
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