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Is there a conflict between your practice staff members? Are personalities clashing? Is staff not communicating? Ignoring the problem will not make it go away. Rather, it will fester until it explodes. Recognizing where staff problems exist, identifying the issues, and working to resolve them can help avoid a drop-off in morale and a loss of patients and revenue.

Can you take advantage of the new 20 percent deductions?

Community water fluoridation has been around for 70 years, but not much research has been conducted over the last several decades. A new study provides contemporary evidence on the topic.

When you finish placing a crown or other aesthetic type procedure, do you pause to reflect on the work you've done? Or do you ask the patient if they're happy with how they look? The latter is a philosophy instilled in Mehrnaz Iranmehr, D.D.S., since her early days in dental school. And she has carried that forward not only in her practice, but in her teaching.

The Y-Brush is able to brush teeth efficiently in just 10 seconds.

A recent study of 11 dental offices found that E. coli was found on 70 percent of patient chairs, and 25 percent of reception area counter tops. But a culture of safety can lay the foundation for an efficient dental practice, where both the dental professionals and patients feel comfortable.

The awards will recognize innovators and pioneers of connected and collaborative dental care.

The petition targets seven manufacturers of oral care products that are proven to cause tooth erosion.

The new strategic business unit has helped a number of technicians find solutions.

Based on the inaugural Health Ambitions Study by Aetna, females are more likely to be disconnected from their doctor than men. Here are some considerations in bridging the gap between the healthcare provider and these patient populations.

The software is an easy-to-use tool for importing, managing and sharing patient records.

Missed patient appointments are problematic for the profitability of the dental practice. Motivating patients to keep their appointments and helping them return after a missed appointment is crucial to keeping the schedule full.

Updates to the software include a new Smart Note feature and an improved user interface.

Growing from a single office to a multi-location practice is no small feat.

Follow these content marketing trends to fine-tune your dental practice promotion strategy.

Student and professional researchers have until Oct. 5, 2018, to submit their abstracts and clinical cases.

Johnson-Promident is the 10th acquisition in the last four years for Young Innovations.

Regular dental team meetings are essential to a productive work environment.

Axsys Dental Solutions entered into an agreement with Medit to distribute the new i500 intraoral scanner.

Results of a University of California Irvine study show a tissue implant can safely treat temporomandibular joint disfunction in animal models.

Despite the joys of working with pediatric patients, they certainly have their challenges. Here’s a refresher on products, techniques and protocols you need to know.

The Masteri is built to withstand the toughest environments and high-volume demands.

Why interviewing for this position was a sobering experience.

How to strike the right balance between function, esthetics and longevity.

Triclosan has surfaced in the news again this time, for its impact on the environment and as a potential contributing factor to the prevalence of antibiotic resistance. Dental care providers should remain abreast to the changing information surrounding chemicals commonly found in dental hygiene products.

Exploring the future of cutting-edge technology and what it will mean for the dental industry.

Piezotome CUBE can help dentists make their extractions more atraumatic and predictable.

Is your practice in need of a fresh set of eyes?

Despite the joys of working with pediatric patients, they certainly have their challenges. Here’s a refresher on products, techniques and protocols you need to know.