Teresa Duncan, MS[email protected]InsuranceThe sad truth about insurance reimbursement for today's dental practicesDental practices face declining insurance reimbursements and mounting administrative burdens, squeezing profit margins with few easy solutions available, writes Teresa Duncan.September 2, 2025Practice TrendsPodcast: How to protect yourself from today’s cyberthreatsIn today's digital age, the threat of cyberattacks is one that no dental practice should ignore. Here's how to keep your business and its data safe.November 2, 2023Dental PracticeNY governor tells insurers they should seek PPE refunds from providersDental insurance expert Teresa Duncan details recent guidance released from the state of New York's Department of Financial Services. The department has received numerous complaints regarding dental practices charging for personal protective equipment (PPE).August 6, 2020Dental PracticeHow 2 new La. bills could affect your practiceTwo bills were recently passed in Louisiana that dental insurance expert Teresa Duncan calls a "huge victory." Could these two bills pave the way for legislation in your state that could benefit your practice's bottom line? Duncan explains their significance and potential impact.July 1, 2020Infection ControlAfter Md. consumers warned about dental PPE fees, is your state next?With a Consumer Advisory titled "Reopened Dental Practices Could be Violating the Consumer Protection Act by Charging Consumers for Enhanced Infection Controls," Maryland dentists have been put on watch regarding their patients and passing along personal protective equipment (PPE) charges. Dental insurance expert Teresa Duncan breaks down the advisory and what it could mean for you.June 17, 2020InsurancePodcast: Periodontal classifications and their role in documentation and claimsStaging is part of the periodontal guidelines to be used in your patient's clinical diagnosis. This should be present in your notes. But what if you're unclear on how to record it, much less discuss it with patients? Teresa Duncan and Rachel Wall, RDH, help answer your questions in this podcast.May 20, 2020Home2 areas to watch as your practice growsHave you looked at your stockroom and seen supplies piling up? Are all the overtime hours your team members file legitimate? Practice management consultant Teresa Duncan has been asked how to deal with these two issues often, and she shares some practical advice to help your practice grow.June 24, 2019Home5 common mistakes by first-time supervisors: Part 2In the second part of her series on mistakes first-time supervisors make in dental practices, practice management consultant Teresa Duncan writes about meetings, mindset, and gossip. Her practical tips can help your practice avoid some difficult situations.March 4, 2019Home5 common mistakes by first-time supervisors: Part 1Getting promoted can be very exciting, but a title change comes with added responsibility. Practice management consultant Teresa Duncan has gathered a list of common mistakes that first-time supervisors make and offers tips to avoid committing them. In part 1 of her new series, she tackles taking on too much responsibility and relationships.February 21, 2019InsuranceNew codes and fee assessments go hand in handPractice management consultant Teresa Duncan asks her clients an important question around the turn of the year: Have you re-evaluated the fees your office charges? If your office's lab and other fees have increased over the past year, then it's time to reconsider what you are charging patients.February 4, 2019Page 1 of 2Next PageTop StoriesLegal IssuesDental office employee arrested for destroying filesAn employee allegedly destroyed dental records, leaving a practice in chaos.Office ManagementWhy old-school dental practices are falling behind, and how to get aheadOffice ManagementA connected operatory: What it means for the everyday dental workflow3D Printing8 veneers. 1 visit. 1 print. Dr. Meena Barsoum on what 3D printing can do chairside.Sponsor ContentPrecise finishing control
