Industry News

Keystone Industries has announced they have acquired Enamelite, a company specializing in products using nano-particle size technology to produce spray ceramics and powders for dental use.

Electric toothbrushes are flying off shelves – but a surprising number are going into the pockets of sticky-fingered customers. 

During a Tweet Chat with Dr Joseph Gian-Grasso, addressed trends and advances, and how to stay current and maintain success rates.

California dentist Leopold Weinstein, 63, was arrested for allegedly setting fire to two rival dentist practices, according to authorities.

I’ll admit, I watched every bit of the most recent Super Bowl between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks, including the halftime show featuring Katy Perry. Personally, I thought the halftime show was awesome … but it wasn’t long after its conclusion that I saw that an Internet and social media sensation had been born - Left Shark.

A former California dentist is suspected of stealing more than $21,000 from seven banks, according to authorities.

I’m very proud to have these individuals serving as the inaugural members of the Modern Dental Assistant Editorial Advisory Board.

Over the years, we have seen many practices struggle to navigate difficult waters. In fact, it seems that lately, there are an alarming number of dental practices having serious challenges staying on course. 

Looking for the latest dental fee information for your state or region? Look no further than this exclusive report from Sikka Software and Dental Products Report.

Looking for the latest hourly and annual salary numbers for dentists, dental hygienists and dental assistants from Alaska, Idaho, Oregon or Washington? Check out the numbers below.

If you ask most dental professionals what they enjoy most about their jobs, many will quickly say, “Interacting with the patients.” There’s no question that social interaction with patients and seeing their lives transformed through improving their oral health is an awesome thing that keeps many of you coming back to the practice day after day after day. However, at the end of the day, we all like to know that our financial needs and wants are being taken care of as well.

Working with the Bureau of Labor Statistics, below are the average hourly and mean annual wages for dentists, hygienists and dental assistants in Colorado, Kansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas.

Working with the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we have compiled the average hourly and annual salary numbers for dental professionals in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio and Wisconsin.

Working with the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we have compiled the average hourly and annual wage numbers for dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants working in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont.

Working with the Bureau of Labor Statistics, below are the average hourly and annual wage and salary numbers for dental professionals in Iowa, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wyoming.

Working with the Bureau of Labor Statistics, below are the average hourly and annual salary numbers for dentists, dental hygienists and dental assistants in Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada and Utah.

Working with the Bureau of Labor Statistics, below are the average hourly and mean annual wages for dentists, dental hygienists and dental assistants in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina and Tennessee.

Working with the Bureau of Labor Statistics, below are the average hourly and annual salary numbers for dentists, dental hygienists and dental assistants working in Delaware, District of Columbia, Kentucky, Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia.

Let’s face it … the dental assistant is the heartbeat of the dental practice. Of course, everyone plays a vital role in the practice’s success, but there’s no one who holds things together on a daily basis more than the assistant.

Generally, patients with prosthetic joint implants should not use prophylactic antibiotics prior to dental procedures to prevent prosthetic joint infection (PJI), according to an updated American Dental Association clinical practice guideline.

When I became a dental assistant over 33 years ago, I never imagined that one day I would love teaching as much as I do.

Harvest Dental, a product resource for dental technicians in more than 30 countries, has named Donald D. Park, as Senior Vice President of Global Business Development.

A recent study has found that the walking speed and memory of adults without any teeth decline more rapidly than those who still have some or all of their own teeth.

We're always excited to hear about new dental health discoveries and emerging research, and are fascinated by the enlightening, educational - and sometimes downright weird - information they bring to light. What follows is a list of the most fascinating recent studies, as chosen by our editorial team.

A recent report confirms scientists have created a new biocompatible material that may rebuild worn enamel and decrease tooth sensitivity for longer periods of time than current materials on the market.

Everyone knows that children need moderation in their lives. Giving a child too much sugar will undoubtedly result in a headache for parents. Exposing that child to excessive radiation? That can also only end poorly.

Every year, the president of the United States delivers his State of the Union Address.

The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear a case regarding whether state-established boards of practitioners, such as those for dentists, made up of members of the profession they are overseeing can properly regulate the profession without running afoul of federal antitrust laws.

A newborn baby shocked her parents and doctors alike last month when she was born with two front teeth.