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If your cash flow is dropping, it may be time to reinvest in your team.

 Have you ever been in an office where the dentist wanted you to take intraoral pictures, discuss Invisalign or persuade patients into expensive dental procedures? And on top of that, discussing these dental procedures were far more important than performing your main job as a hygienist?

If you own your own practice, patient care is hardly the only task on your to-do list. Entrepreneurship is an inherent part of practice ownership, and between managing your employees, marketing your services and keeping track of your finances, relaxation can seem unattainable. Help yourself find the inner peace you deserve by following our stress management tips. Your employees and patients will notice the difference.

The United States spends more on health care per person than other nations with similar life expectancy. However, this truth does not necessarily mean equality across states and class lines. Overall, the wealthiest states with the most insured citizens spend the most on health care. Continue below to learn more about health care spending.

The latest research from the University of Helsinki revealed some surprising results regarding fertility and oral health. According to the study, a woman's dental hygiene can potentially have adverse affects on her ability to conceive. Read on to see what the researchers advise young women who plan to eventually become mothers.

Malpractice suits are one of the contributors to rising health care spending, which reached 17.8 percent in 2015. New legislation recently passed by the House hopes to put a limit on how much patients, including those with permanent damages as a result of malpractice, can win in court. While doctors, including dentists, can benefit from this potential protection, opponents argue it comes at too great a cost to patients. Read on to find out more about the new bill.

Three simple steps to simplify SEO for practice success. Do you prefer practicing dentistry over worrying about SEO? If you’re like most dentists, building links is a task that you’d love to avoid.

The new station is said to provide instant access to a single aerated water jet.

Dr. Lou Shuman and Marty Jablow, DMD, discuss where digital dentistry is headed-and what it means for dental practices.Each month, Dr. Lou Shuman consults with a dental technology specialist to discuss the latest developments in digital dentistry, data security, social media trends, SEO strategies, website optimization, online reputation management, marketing and more. 

CEO Cyrus Tahmasebi, DDS, explains the benefits and functionality of this multipurpose appliance.Every patient wants a beautiful, functional smile, but not every patient can afford the treatment. That’s where NOVO smile comes in. The successor to the famous Snap-On Smile, NOVO smile from Viax Dental Technologies is similar but better, says a New York-based dentist who has worked with both companies.

One periodontist on the benefits of the new OmniOptic loupes from Orascoptic.The benefit of dental loupes is their ability to enhance fine details within the patient’s mouth while also working to improve the practitioner’s overall ergonomics. Unfortunately, high-powered magnification loupes are often too heavy and cumbersome for users with weight sensitivity on their bridge.  

Each new plan covers a targeted set of dental services with no deductible.Superior Dental Care (SDC) has introduced a budget-friendly line of dental plans and a new value-added benefit.

A data breach in the dental practice can be catastrophic-unless your files and systems are backed up correctly.

How one dentist uses this CBCT system as a tool to educate his patients.Christopher Hoffpauir, DDS, is a relatively new dentist. Perhaps that explains his zeal for what he does. He calls himself an oral physician and likens his diagnostics with his early technology to Christopher Columbus’s poorly understood route to the New World.

Most dental practices rely on technology, including practice management software. Here are some of the top options available. Gone are the days of paper forms and charts stuffed with documents and paperwork. In today’s digital world, dental practices are embracing all sorts of technology, including practice management software.

Most dental practices rely on technology, including practice management software. Here are some of the top options available.

Road trips make for great family vacations. WalletHub's 2017 Best Road Trip Destinations for Summer crunches data to come up with the best and the worst states for road trips that lead you to diverse activities at reasonable prices. Colorado features the highest number of scenic byways, while Connecticut has the fewest. Find out where to go to enjoy the scenery, have the most choice of activities and stretch your budget.

As though suffering a major medical event, such as a heart attack, was not bad enough, many people experience mental health issues upon return to work. This can be discouraging for those who previously felt confident about their recovery, but fortunately, you may be entitled to more time off. If you are worried about your health as a result of return-to-work stress, continue below to find out if you can file a disability claim.

Few people have enough income from Social Security and ever-shrinking company pensions to fully support their retirement. They need a way to get additional guaranteed lifetime income. Luckily, there are options available so pending retirees can manage their own custom-made pensions. Read on to see what our annuity expert advises.

Dental checkups during early childhood are just as important as regular wellness checks by a pediatrician. By kindergarten, 40 percent of children have been diagnosed with early tooth decay or cavities, which can have a negative impact on their overall health. A significant number of these cases will require dental treatment.

One dentist explains the benefits of using COMPONEER by Coltene.Coltene’s COMPONEER® is a new class of veneers. They are pre-fabricated nano-hybrid-composite enamel-shells combining the advantages of direct composite restorations with those of lab-made veneers. They are extremely thin (up to 0.3 mm), which allows natural tooth structure to be conserved during preparation.

One doctor’s take on the benefits the Palodent Plus Sectional Matrix System from Dentsply Sirona offers his patients and practice.When Dr. Paul Bylis uses the Palodent Plus Sectional Matrix System from Dentsply Sirona in his Maryland practice, he knows he’s going to get an excellent result for his patients. The recipe the system provides just works, giving him consistent, reliable outcomes.

Tooth decay is the single most common chronic childhood disease, surpassing asthma, obesity and diabetes. However, little research on Early Childhood Caries exists, and current practices may not be effective enough. A new study from researchers at UPenn hopes to change that and reduce the prevalence of this preventable oral health epidemic. Continue below to learn about the latest research.

Take time to explore Honfleur, France, a scenic town that dates to the 14th century. Cobblestone streets fan out from the historic harbor, home to centuries-old buildings, including half-timbered Medieval-era dwellings. Boutiques, galleries and cafes line the quay, and the town's lesser-known gem, the Eugene Boudin Museum, features pre-Impressionist, Impressionist and contemporary works.

One hygienist’s take on the new instruments from Brasseler USA.Brasseler USA, an instrumentation manufacturer, has expanded its ImplantPro family of products with new ImplantPro titanium scalers and curettes. The new instruments are designed to be reliable alternatives to plastic instruments.

The intraoral camera is designed to yield remarkably clear and focused images.

OptiDam is said to be the first three-dimensional, low radiopacity rubber dam.Kerr Endodontics launched OptiDamTM, reportedly the first rubber dam with a three-dimensional shape and nipple design for easy and practical application. The dental dam is designed to match the contours of the patient’s mouth, giving clinicians perfect visibility and accessibility to the treatment area.

ADA members may now take advantage of special discounts on HealthFirst emergency medical kits.

An evaluation of the BeeSure Floral Face Masks.