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When it comes to transition or retirement, dentists have several options. They can sell their practices, find associates or simply throw their hands up and reduce office hours and production until they end up closing shop.

The user preselects the three closest shades and takes a photograph of the teeth and the selected shades.

Currently, the famed dental-bur manufacturer has an Amazon storefront offering several of its most popular dental kits and burs, each available for easy ordering and free shipping through Amazon Prime.

Read on to see what 20 dental patients said about their visit with their hygienist … and see if any of these patients might be yours. Then check out the best dental-related tweets we found in June and also the ones that we found in July.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics has released the latest salary numbers for dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants in all 50 states. We gave you the numbers for May 2013 earlier this year (along with some analysis) when they came out.

A new study by researchers at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health found 77 percent of dentists do. It also found that more than half of dentists (54 percent) believe it is their responsibility to conduct these screenings.

The first step is the first office visit at the first inkling that a CRP (cast removable partial) is necessary.

Dental Products Report and Patterson Dental recently featured Mescain in an article detailing the good works done by her and her practice. In the article, which you can read by clicking here, Mescain says one of the greatest things about her job is helping others.

21-year-old Catlyn Haley reportedly ignored doctor recommendations to get treatment for her daughter's unhealthy smile for more than a year.

These temporaries are often needed for anywhere from two weeks to a year or more so strong and durable provisional materials are necessary to keep the restoration stable so the patient can function in the meantime.

Sterngold’s new line features one surgical system with multiple restorative platforms. The implant body design promotes self-tapping and initial stability during placement.

But none of this would have been possible if millable materials hadn’t evolved along with the equipment technology. Since the advent of CAD/CAM, the results have only been as good as the materials that are used.

The Academy of Osseointegration (AO) announced it is accepting applications for the 2016-2017 Osseointegration Foundation Research Grants.

On Sept. 25, participants will have the opportunity to learn about new trends and technologies in dentistry from G. Franklin Shull, DDS, FAGD, and combine it with BMW’s ultimate driving experience.

Unless billing departments understand the new forms of insurance available under the law, dental practices risk losing income due to incorrectly billed claims, delinquent patient accounts and other issues.

The next 13.5 percent are the “early adopters.” The next 34 percent are the “early majority,” followed by another 34 percent as the “late majority.”

Rogers, who brings more than 20 years of experience in the dental industry, was most recently director of institutional sales for Henry Schein Special Markets.

Here are some of the biggest and most important events this fall.

Held in Las Vegas, Calgary and Toronto, all aCADemy™ two-day courses are designed by dental technicians for dental technicians, feature a smaller class size for a dedicated hands-on experience along with lecture-style instruction, and are organized to be packed with tips and tricks that will increase participants’ design efficiency and profitability.

Base shades 450 and 550 join the existing base and white shades, a system engineered to help dental professionals deliver natural-looking monolithic zirconia restorations in the esthetic zone.

Dentists from British Columbia, along with veterinarians and other doctors, helped save the bird, who reportedly had been shot by a truck driver.

“After several years in development, DENTCA’s new 3D printable Denture Base is finally cleared for use. We are very excited to begin applying this technology to continue revolutionizing the denture world.

Two out of three dental professionals report occupational pain - pain that if left unaddressed could progress to an injury or career-ending disability. From my 15 years of providing ergonomic consultations in dentistry, I can safely say that the following three ergonomic mistakes are among the primary reasons I see many dentists and hygienists develop debilitating pain syndromes and/or retire early.

DENTSPLY has formulated Cercon® ht Shaded Zirconia with True Color Technology, engineered for optimal milling performance in many of the popular open milling machines on the market today.

Introduced by Rep. Earl “Buddy” Carter (R-GA), the bill-the “Dental and Optometric Care Access Act (DOC Access Act)"-seeks to ease potential conflicts between dentists and eyecare providers and insurance companies.

The underlay can be produced in three steps-hardening and sealing with the die:master duo, spacing with the die:master die spacers and separation with Picosep and the brush included in the set.

"We saw a record-setting past 12 months that included new products, industry recognition, membership growth and strategic new hires. It is an honor to be recognized for the accomplishments and growth and we're thrilled to make our mark on the list," says Tonya Lanthier, founder and CEO of DentalPost.

That’s where dental professionals can play a key role in identifying patients at risk and helping them get the proper care when needed.

The reportedly devout Christian says he was victimized by a drug gang via email. He attempted to bring about 10 lbs. of cocaine, worth about $1 million, hidden in 27 bars of soap to Australia from India.

Researchers from the Cochrane Oral Health Group, however, did find data suggesting water fluoridation may reduce cavities in children, although they most of the studies were conducted before widespread adoption of preventive measures such as fluoridated toothpaste and sealants.