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The Meg-Torq is reportedly the fastest and safest way to place implant prosthetic components.ids (integrated dental systems) introduces the Meg‐Torq® wireless auto torque driver. The Meg‐Torq is reportedly the easiest, fastest and safest way to place implant prosthetic components. Pre‐programmed settings are engineered to provide exact torque values for accuracy and ease of use.

One doctor’s take on the intraoral scanner and Planmeca CAD/CAM.Dr. Ed Suh recently had the chance to try the new Planmeca Emerald™ intraoral scanner in his practice. He was impressed by how easy it was to use, its fast scan times and the accuracy it provided-and so he is purchasing the Planmeca Emerald.

Though referrals may be routine in the dental world, the American Dental Association's research reveals this is a far less common practice between physicians and dental care providers. The issue, according to a study, lies partially in the tedious process through which physicians must make the referrals. Continue below to find out more.

It's fun to splash with your children, zipping down slides, running through geysers, waiting for bucket dumps and jumping in swimming pools. But what about adult time? Great Wolf Lodge's new Wine Down Service enables parents to reward themselves with a bottle of wine and a side of culinary treats.

Millennials are a generation of young people who draw debts from credit cards and student loans. While it is a priority to pay back your debts, saving for retirement, spending wisely, and creating strategies are also imperative. Let's look at the ways young investors can get started on a path to financial security.

The progression of technology in our world is amazing. I was recently talking with some friends and we were discussing the changes that we’ve seen since our college years. We were all pretty stunned by the changes that have taken place. When you think about it, technology has not only made our lives a lot easier in a lot of ways, but it’s also made our access to technology a lot less expensive.

If your cash flow is dropping, it may be time to reinvest in your team. Your practice is a living, changing organization, and it ends each day a little different than it began. Slight changes in revenue, outstanding receipts, patient load and procedural requirements occur daily and regularly at your practice. These changes not only have an impact your practice on their own, but they also carry quite an effect when combined.

Health officials in Britain hope the warnings may decrease tooth decay and obesity in children.Since October 2008, cigarette packs in the United Kingdom have been required to display pictorial health warnings highlighting the health risks associated with tobacco. Now, health officials want similar warnings to appear on packages of sweets.

 Ivoclar Vivadent has announced the new Programat® CS4, a combination furnace for dental practices suitable for sintering zirconium oxide restorations-including IPS e.max® ZirCAD®.The compact furnace is also said to be ideal for crystalizing and glazing CAD-processed lithium disilicate and other restorations, such as IPS e.max CAD and IPS Empress CAD.

 Some of you are probably saying, “No way! I can’t afford to pay my team more money. I haven’t raised fees in three years and the insurance companies keep cutting reimbursements.” That’s an understandable reaction. After all, employee compensation is the biggest expense in a dental practice.

 Having assisted dental groups and DSOs obtain EHR subsidy payments over these past few years, I can tell you that because of all the misinformation and misunderstanding about the rules behind this program, many groups and DSOs will miss out on millions of additional payments over the next five years if they don’t truly understand what their ongoing rights are.

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.