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Henry Schein Celebrates TeamSmile's 10 Years of Partnering with Professional Sports Teams and Oral Health Professionals to Provide Free Care to Underserved Children. Henry Schein Donates $50,000 in Oral Health Product, Equipment, and Transportation to Support 2016 TeamSmile Programs Throughout the U.S.

When I became a hygienist and started working in private practice, I was always taking every opportunity to do community outreach. This turned into a desire to start a non-profit organization.

Attrition is devastating to a practice, and not for the reason most practitioners think. Many assume that they are only losing revenue from one patient, and that there is always another new patient around the corner to make up the difference. However, loss of patients not only results in revenue loss but also in added expenses in marketing and onboarding new patients so the practice can maintain patient flow.

Today, numerous dentists are still asking the big question, “What does it really take to have a highly successful dental practice in this new economy?” Recently I interviewed Eric Nuss, Director of the Henry Schein Business Dental Institute, to learn more about the Institute and what it offers to dentists. You can read Part 1 of the interview here.

Upon finalizing goals and objectives through consultations with Dr. Lou Shuman, Cellerant client companies have access to Dr. Shuman’s consulting expertise and the Cellerant’s diverse roster of dental partner businesses.

Ivoclar Vivadent has announced the finalists for the 2016 IPS e.max Smile Awards.

When we talked to Jankee Bhatt, RDH, BS, last fall, she had just opened her dental clinic in downtown Denver and was looking to grow her business. The savvy hygienist has done just that.

Today, numerous dentists are still asking the big question, “What does it really take to have a highly successful dental practice in this new economy?” Recently I interviewed Eric Nuss, Director of the Henry Schein Business Dental Institute.

An innovative new toothpaste ingredient that restores lost minerals from tooth enamel and helps prevent decay and treat sensitivity while you sleep is now available for public distribution.

One doctor shares her views on the importance of oral systemic health and how it effects the way she works with patients.

When you understand that there is an ethical way to set the stage for more patients to follow your treatment recommendations, you’ll not only be giving them the best possible service, but also making it a win-win scenario for you both which will build a long, lasting relationship.

A new study found a surprising link between periodontal disease and testosterone levels.

For all of the history of Current Dental Terminology (CDT) coding, there have been no truly accurate codes that can be used for the treatment this patient needs. In 2017, that story will change. Yet, we must guard against misuse of this new code and not miss the disease present

This article will focus on these care providers and the value they bring to the dental practice. Data includes hygienist gross revenue, net revenue compared to scheduled production and number of patients seen monthly. Trends are measured over the last eight years to give a comprehensive look at the hygienist’s role in the dental practice.

A new study out of the NYU Langone Medical Center and the Laura and Isaac Perlmutter Cancer Center has determined that smoking drastically alters the oral microbiome, the mix of roughly 600 bacterial species that live in people's mouths.

It’s no secret that many patients can be afraid of the dentist. While it’s unfortunate, I’ve found the best way to combat this issue is to educate effectively and communicate well. Communication is imperative not only to making a patient feel comfortable, but it is the foundation on which our relationships with our patients are built.

Two studies examined EMG findings from pre- and post-acupuncture treatment in patients with dental malocclusion to see if acupuncture can have an effect on patient pain.

3M earned the Most Innovative Company honor this year with 95 innovations launched, once again placing the company in the top spot of the Index with 25 percent more innovations than any other dental company.

Dental Lab Products talked to Grant Maier of Core3dcentres about how Core3dcentres can partner with labs to take advantage of new workflow and product solutions.

Naturally, you want your patient to be comfortable. However, when we compare how many hours a year the average patient spends reclined in a dental chair (several hours), with the time you spend hovering over the oral cavity (over 2000 hours), who is really at risk of developing discomfort or pain?

Parents trust your office with their most prized possessions, and can often cause far more drama than the patients themselves. Your team should go to great lengths to connect with both the patients and their parents.

Dental Products Report conducted a survey of 404 dentists to gauge their opinions of various issues involving practice operations. For the greatest concerns, DSO membership appears to offer solutions.

Dental Lab Products talks with Sarah Anders, COO of Ivoclar Vivadent, about new innovations and materials from the company.

A new study jointly led by the University of Southampton and King’s College London has found a link between gum disease and greater rates of cognitive decline in people with early stages of Alzheimer’s disease.

Jason Atwood of Core3dcentres explains how dental labs of all sizes can get into implants, and how Core3dcentres can help with that workflow.

This article will discuss national trends such as average gross revenue and collections in private dental practices, focusing on the widening gap between the revenue due and the actual dollar amount that is collected by the practice for services and products.

Tom Zaleske explores some of the challenges facing dental labs, and how he thinks technicians can learn to love their careers.

Dr. Alan Pollack was named president of Academy of Osseointegration at the group's recent meeting in San Diego.

Harmful bacteria can be powerful and hard to combat, but researchers at the University of Florida have found a way to fight fire with fire.