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In many medical fields, geriatrics make up a large portion of a patient base. Dentistry is no exception. As people age, not only do conditions like dry mouth emerge, but physical ailments like arthritis can make dental care difficult. Now that the elderly represent more than 14 percent of the U.S. population, doctors everywhere need to step up their game to accommodate this growing demographic. Read on to find out how your practice can cater to patients 65 and older.

Index funds are growing so fast that some pundits fear the financial system someday will break down when no one pays attention to stock prices. But that’s not going to happen, so don’t worry about it and keep indexing. Continue below to find out more.

Once upon a time long, long ago, prehistoric man roamed the earth. Thanks to the teeth they left behind, anthropologists have made huge strides in recent years in uncovering their customs and way of life. Teeth are often the only surviving remnants of the prehistoric past, and using modern analysis and DNA extraction methods, researchers' understanding of human history is becoming more sophisticated. Read on to discover what stories teeth have to tell.

There are few feelings more satisfying than being well rested. But according to a new study, a full and consistent sleep schedule does wonders for overall health and productivity. Continue below to find out more about how a good night's rest can help you and your practice.

The new modeling instrument is said to ease composite placement in challenging posterior teeth.

How to save time and provide improved esthetics with 3M’s latest bulk fill composite.

What would you tell your patients if you could let them know how you really feel?

One clinician describes the advantages offered by the Ultradent Gemini soft tissue laser.

The benefits of glutaraldehyde extend far beyond desensitization.

Some heroes wear capes, but this one sports a lab coat. Dr. Michael Teitelbaum is not only helping restore confidence to his patients through cosmetic dentistry, with his passion for learning, he is helping patients with sleep apnea wake up refreshed for the first time in a long time. Continue below to learn more about Teitelbaum's accomplishments and advice.

Death is an inevitable part of life that requires planning ahead. For small business owners, including dentists, that plan is especially imperative. To be sure your wishes are met after death, there are several steps you will need to take. Continue below to find out what you need to do secure your estate.

Babies who are breastfed show stronger resistance to viruses and bacteria, ear infections, respiratory illnesses and digestive problems. Even mothers can benefit from the release of the hormone oxytocin, which aids weight loss, as well as a lowered risk of breast and ovarian cancer. However, breastfeeding too long may have unexpected consequences. Continue below to find out how prolonged breastfeeding impacts oral health in children.

Technology is quickly transforming dentistry. From digital record-keeping to machines that seem straight out of a SciFi feature, the 21st century has gifted the medical industry some amazing devices. Dentists are especially proactive about adopting new technology in their practices, so DMD is bringing you a weekly spotlight on some of the best products on the market. Continue below to read about this week's focus, lasers.

 TAUB Products, a long-time manufacturer of dental consumable products, announced the sponsorship of the dental sealant grant program at Southern Illinois University at Carbondale. The program will take place at six different locations over the next few weeks.

Dr. Lee Ann Brady demonstrates how to use DMG’s TempoCem® ID Temporary Cement for crafting esthetic and functional provisional restorations. Crafting an esthetic and functional  provisional restoration is crucial to surpassing patient expectations, building word-of-mouth marketing appeal and ensuring future case success. 

If you aren't currently using lasers in your practice, it's time to rethink your decision.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the latest data on annual salaries for dental health care providers. We cut through all the numbers to provide you with what you want, and need to know. Continue below to find out which specialists make the most, where dentists are needed, top-paying industries, and more.

Like most things in the digital age, acquiring and keeping new patients has been transformed by search engines. Many business owners learn the hard way how Internet presence and reviews can make or break a brand. Dental health care providers are no exception if you want your practice to survive, attention to digital marketing is imperative. Continue below to learn how Google search results influence patient decisions.

Sexual harassment continues to be a common issue in businesses large and small. A lack of awareness and training helps foster an environment where harassment and discrimination are not only tolerated, they are often accepted as part of the culture. Luckily, creating a safe and healthy work environment for your employees is not complicated. Read below to learn more.

Everyone wants a whiter, more attractive smile, and according to research, that desire is creating a goldmine for dentists. With the dental restoration market expected to grow more than 5 percent over the next several years, dental health care providers would be wise to tap into it. Read more about the new report outlining growth trends in cosmetic dentistry below.

Paying attention to these details can mean preventing infection risks for both your patients and staff.

 With the market launch of the new CEREC Software 4.5 and the opening of the CEREC system to export data from the digital impression, Dentsply Sirona has satisfied two key wishes expressed by dentists. This software takes the system operation to a whole new level-it is reportedly now simpler than ever to plan and produce a CEREC restoration.

 Kulzer announced that it is launching cara Print 4.0, a 3D printer reportedly capable of printing a wide and expanding range of dental appliances for dental laboratories. The printer rounds out a comprehensive line of digital workflow solutions offered under the cara brand.

In the business world, networking is integral for survival. Seeing that there are so many jobs available for dentists, networking is not a necessity for securing employment. But if you have your eye on a leadership role or find yourself interested in searching for a non-traditional job in the field, consider networking as a way to burst onto the scene.

Passive Income MD is an anesthesiologist and family man who is obsessed with the idea of achieving financial freedom through multiple streams of passive income. In this article, the passive income expert explores income streams, specifically how and why they create wealth. Seven, according to some millionaires, is the magic number of streams necessary to create and maintain wealth. But is seven actually enough? Continue below to find out.

Oral health in the rural U.S., aesthetic smiles, improved ergonomics and more: These stories are among the most popular on our website this week. Catch up on what you missed while you were filling cavities.

 Vista Dental Products introduces the VALIANTTM LED curing light that reportedly produces uniform, high-intensity light in the 395-500 nm wavelength range. As a multispectral curing light, VALIANTTM is said to be capable of polymerizing nearly all light-cured dental materials, making it one of the most versatile curing lights on the market.

The wrench and tips are compatible with EMS and SATELEC systems. OSUNG, a leading provider of premier dental instruments and supplies, has launched a torque wrench and ultrasonic scaler tips compatible with EMS and SATELEC systems.

It takes a lot of hard work, plenty of studying and no shortage of determination to become a dentist. Those are the same skills needed to successfully save for retirement, and yet, many dentists struggle to build up enough savings to live the lifestyle they desire in retirement. CPA Douglas Fettig sat down with DMD to share his insight regarding retirement planning for dentists in particular. Continue below to learn how to manage your retirement plans.

In a recent study out of VCU, researchers targeted patient knowledge and treatment success rate in the area of implant dentistry. The vast majority of patients in both groups said that oral surgeons were the most qualified to place dental implants, and that cost is the most significant limiting factor for treatment. These insights could aid oral health care providers in providing patient education. Continue below to learn more about the study.