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Insurance
Ex-dentist in DC pleads guilty to $5M in Medicaid fraud
A former dentist in the Washington, DC, area who is already in jail for sexually assaulting patients has pleaded guilty for his part in a scheme to defraud his local Medicaid program out of approximately $5 million.
September 19, 2019
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Insurance
5 ways to open oral health access to Medicare recipients
As policymakers in Washington, DC, explore ways to make dental care more affordable for approximately 60 million Medicare recipients, the Kaiser Family Foundation on September 18 issued a brief that outlined five possible ways they may achieve this goal.
September 18, 2019
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CAD/CAM
HRSA awards $85M to expand access to oral health services
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has awarded about $85.3 million to nearly 300 government-funded health centers to expand their oral health service capacity through new and enhanced infrastructure.
September 17, 2019
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Diabetes
Kids with type 1 diabetes have more caries
Two-thirds of children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes have dental caries, according to a systematic review published in BMC Oral Health on September 14 that analyzed cases that spanned 20 years. The authors recommended that these patients be screened for early signs of caries and receive preventive treatment during routine dental examinations.
September 17, 2019
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Dental Hygiene
Kids' bad breath linked to specific salivary enzyme
An increase in the activity of a specific salivary enzyme, β-galactosidases, is linked to bad breath in children, according to a recent study in the September issue of the European Journal of Paediatric Dentistry.
September 16, 2019
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Restorations
Zirconia implants pretty, but no better than titanium
A zirconia implant looks better, but research has yet to show that it is a suitable alternative to dental fixtures made with titanium, according to a review published in Dental Materials on September 6.
September 15, 2019
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Dental Practice
Can blood tests detect dental fear in kids?
Could data from blood tests be used to determine which children might have an unusually high fear of dental procedures? Researchers used blood tests to determine that dental fear is directly linked to levels of salivary cortisol and amylase levels in children between the ages of 6 and 9, according to a study published in BMC Oral Health.
September 12, 2019
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Orthodontics
Digital technologies are often assets in orthodontics
When patients visit orthodontists, they often seek much more than better smiles. Digital technologies such as 3D printing can provide patients with visuals that help them achieve more realistic expectations of their treatment and outcomes, according to a talk at the recent 2019 ADA FDI World Dental Congress in San Francisco.
September 11, 2019
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Orthodontics
Orthodontist pleads not guilty to charges of bribing Ark. lawmaker
An orthodontist who is accused of paying $157,000 in kickbacks and providing free dental work to an Arkansas lawmaker has pleaded not guilty to the charges, according to the latest reports.
September 10, 2019
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Dental Practice
Beat dental competitors with defined marketing goals
SAN FRANCISCO - To get a leg up on the competition, dental practices must know their goals, develop objectives that define their overarching visions, and then implement strategies to reach them, according to a presentation at the 2019 ADA FDI World Dental Congress.
September 8, 2019
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Boost rural dental workforce? Look to where they were raised
By Ava Barros
Those with a rural upbringing may be more likely to practice dentistry in pastoral or underserved areas after graduation, especially if they trained in similar locations, reports a study published in the Journal of Dental Education.
October 2, 2024
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Clinical tip: Printing dental splints using inLab software
By Kevin Henry
Here is another great clinical tip from CDOCS to help the digital side of your dental practice.
October 2, 2024
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Police hunt for woman accused of illegal dentistry
By Melissa Busch
Police in Texas are searching for a woman who is accused of practicing illegal dentistry, leaving at least one patient bleeding and in pain after receiving veneers.
October 1, 2024
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When it comes to TMD relief, it may be no pain, no gain
By Ava Barros
Multimodal interventions, including physical activity, may improve pain and other outcomes for patients with orofacial pain caused by temporomandibular disorders, according to a review published in the Journal of Oral Rehabilitation.
October 1, 2024
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5 strategies for dental procurement to increase efficiency and savings
By Beth Gaddis
Procurement is a hot topic at conferences this year as leaders try to streamline costs without sacrificing quality of care. With that, Beth Gaddis talked to dental leaders for their insights and tips on the subject.
October 1, 2024
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A round of appreciation as National Dental Hygiene Month begins
By Tracee Dahm
As October kicks off, so too does National Dental Hygiene Month. Tracee Dahm, MS, RDH, pays tribute to hygienists as this important month begins.
October 1, 2024
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Dental work for toothache leads actor to lose his hobbit feet
By Melissa Busch
"The Lord of the Rings" actor recounted the time a toothache cost him his feet.
September 30, 2024
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Overvalued? Why your dental practice's future potential won't sell it today
By Kim McCleskey
In dental practice transitions, the current operational efficiency, patient flow, and profitability are what determine value, writes Kim McCleskey.
September 30, 2024
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AAO urges patients to report aligner issues to FDA
By Ava Barros
The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) is urging members to report adverse events from clear aligners to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) database, as the volume of submissions may prompt stronger action and public warnings.
September 30, 2024
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Do's and don'ts for customer service
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Every patient interaction is an opportunity to create a loyal customer for life. Dr. Roger P. Levin explains how to create a lasting, positive impression on dental patients that translates to your bottom line.
September 30, 2024
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Previewing a discussion on Sterisil's 15-minute waterline test
By Kevin Henry
Dental water safety provider Sterisil, a brand within Solmetex, has launched FASTCheck15, a 15-minute in-office waterline test, and we're diving in with a conversation on the product.
September 30, 2024
The FASTCheck15 in-office waterline test. Image courtesy of Solmetex.
Woman arrested after tossing human teeth gets sentenced
By Melissa Busch
A woman reportedly caught practicing illegal dentistry after trashing human teeth was sentenced.
September 27, 2024
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