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Many patients are nervous about getting in the dental chair, but there are ways to make the experience less stressful for them.

Social media's amplification of visual aesthetics bodes well for dentists. With so many young people looking to perfect or simply improve their smiles, opportunities to attract new patients abound but so does the competition. Whitening is a service offered at almost any dental practice, so how can you make your practice stand out? Dr. Edward Alvarez, DDS, specializes in all things cosmetic dentistry. Keep reading for his advice on marketing your whitening services.

Frank DiMauro, D.M.D., is taking his dentistry to a higher level. By being able to understand the relationship dentistry has to the face, and conversely, the relationship the face has to dentistry, he's enriching patients' treatment plans for their entire oral and facial health.

The U.S. health care system treats oral health as thought it is completely separate from overall health. But the more that is learned about diseases like heart disease and stroke, the clearer the link between the mouth and the body becomes. Dr. Tiky Swain takes the complete health dentistry approach in her practice. This is why you should, too.

The company recently announced its new Wireless LED and SurgiCam HD.

Henry Schein Dental will act as the exclusive supplier of the OKTAGON implant system, including two additional modern implant lines from DRS International.

With the introduction of Zephyr's MATRx Plus, patients and dentists will benefit from a more efficient approach to treating sleep apnea.

The podcast is designed to help dentists and other professionals attract new patients through digital marketing tactics.

There are plenty of ways for something to go wrong, but a little friendly advice and practice can go a long way.

Reviewing your office’s infection control protocol will help to ensure the safety of your staff and your patients.

Employment law in dental practices, new hires, and dental contracts: These stories are among the most popular on our website this week. Catch up on what you missed while you were filling cavities.

August brought a new FDA proposal for traditional cigarettes, whose nicotine levels are said to be responsible for addiction. Continue below to find out more about the proposal.

How the LANAP protocol aids in treating gum disease and reducing patients’ risk for developing other harmful diseases.

The winners will be showcased at the 2017 ADA annual meeting in Atlanta.

Social media's amplification of visual aesthetic bodes well for dentists. With so many young people looking to perfect or simply improve their smiles, opportunities to attract new patients abound but so does the competition. Whitening is a service offered at almost any dental practice, so how can you make your practice stand out? Dr. Edward Alvarez, DDS, specializes in all things cosmetic dentistry. Keep reading for his advice on marketing your whitening services.

Dentists have warned of sugar's adverse impact on oral and general health for years, but they can now add another negative side effect to the list. A new study suggests that high sugar consumption is linked to common mental disorders, specifically depression. Continue below to find out more about the study.

With everything loaded onto a dentist's plate, it's easy to neglect your regulatory responsibilities. While you may not face any immediate consequences, financial and legal consequences could be right around the corner. Continue below to see what attorney Ali Oromchian advises regarding employment law.

The resin is said to be ideal for making patterns for copings and indirect cores.

In this brief how-to video, dental professionals can learn how Dentsply Sirona's Single-Unit Crown Total Practice Solution offers improved results for restorative workflows.

Chinese mysticism may not be a huge consideration in the way you run your practice. There is no way to verify the value of Feng Shui, but it cannot be denied that paying attention to the colors and arrangement of your home and business can make you and your patients feel more content. Continue below for DMD's top five tips to get you started on improving your Feng Shui.

The people you hire can make or break the success of your practice. No one knows this better than Dr. Anne Marie Gorczyca, whose book "Beyond the Morning Huddle- HR Management for a Successful Dental Practice" outlines a hiring process to optimize your results. Continue below for more of Gorczyca's hiring advice.

Just because finances prohibit you from opening your own practice fresh out of dental school, that doesn't mean you have to give up on your dream. This second of a two-part series examines the dental associate contract from the perspective of the incoming associate. What's in the contract, and just as importantly what's not, can make the difference in achieving your dream.

According to a new Academy of General Dentistry survey, many Americans are unaware that oral health is part of their overall health. Out of a sample of more than a thousand adults, a shocking 50 percent of participants reported that they don't view dentist as prevention experts, and more than 20 percent do not have a general dentist. For more figures from the AGD survey, continue below.

One dentist explains why he relies on positive and negative feedback from patients to grow his office.

How DentiMax’s complete system enables practices to become more efficient and detail-oriented.

What you need to know while you're making your dream dental space.

Opening your own practice? Looking for new ways to boost success? Let these tips be your guide.

How this universal adhesive from GC America streamlines adhesive dentistry in a busy practice.

Most dentist-entrepreneurs focus on accumulating knowledge, but wisdom is the secret to a successful future.