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The 'Dental Rule' requires all states to be compliant with a new standard of Best Management Practices regarding amalgam waste.Solmetex, the market leader in amalgam separation with the Hg5TM series of amalgam separators, is pleased to announce the EPA’s signing and publishing of the “Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for Dental Category."

The deadline for submissions is Friday, Sept. 29.

Just like your patients seek your expertise to keep their mouths healthy, you should consider hiring a financial planner to keep your wallet happy. There are several routes to take, and depending on your needs, some options may be better than others. Let our certified financial experts show you what to look for and how to find it.

In the male-dominated medical industry, women have long struggled to gain both access to education and recognition for their accomplishments. Dentistry is no exception, as of 2004, the American Dental Association reported that only 19 percent of U.S. dentists were women compared to 30 percent of physicians. Armed with periodontal probes and passion for patient care, the following women are helping to raise that percentage and re-define what it means to be a dental professional.

Ski resorts attract couples and families with a plethora of activities in summer at rates that range from 20 to 40 percent less than winter highs. Hike, mountain bike and swim, or, depending on the property, go zip lining, play golf and embark on a trek with llamas. The resorts also offer engaging children's and teens programs.

This vital part of the operatory is often overlooked, so here’s what to consider when planning your practice.There are many important parts of a dental practice, but perhaps none is more important than the dental delivery system. It is the engine that moves dental procedures and care forward, and any design (or redesign) of an operatory must include a consideration of the delivery system.

What to consider when building or remodeling an operatory.

The system is designed to help dentists more efficiently and accurately perform interproximal enamel reduction on adult patients.Komet USA unveiled an advanced stripping system to help dentists more easily, efficiently and accurately perform interproximal enamel reduction on adult patients being prepared to receive braces fixed at the buccal or lingual side of the tooth, or prior to treatment with dental aligners.

Digital impressions are accurate, efficient, and provide a complete view of the mouth. Curious about digital scans? Keep this checklist handy.Digital impressions are accurate, efficient, and provide a complete view of the mouth. In this checklist, you’ll discover how digital impressions:

Since its launch, the IPS e.max system from Ivoclar Vivadent has reportedly become a leading all-ceramic mainstay that has benefited laboratories, clinicians and patients alike. Consisting of lithium disilicate glass ceramic materials, IPS e.max Press and IPS e.max CAD, the IPS e.max system has now been expanded to include a comprehensive selection of zirconium oxide discs and blocks under the brand IPS e.max ZirCAD.

For some small dental practices, time and attention are focused solely on business and clinical matters. How can smaller practices build a high-performance culture that allows them to compete with group practices and DSOs? This whitepaper explores the ins and outs of core values and high-performance cultures, including:

A new impression material that might make the jump to digital dentistry a little less jarring. While more dentists are utilizing digital impressions in their offices and some are milling restorations on site, there are still many, like me, who prefer conventional impressions.

CALM is designed to address doctors' concerns over patient movement during a 3D scan.

A new study has discovered a link between the presence of a common periodontal pathogen and difficulty conceiving.

Most patients don’t keep up with their preventive visits, which is why it’s crucial that your recall system is rock solid.Patients may know they need their preventive dental appointments, but life and its circumstances often get in the way. So, how can you get your patients to keep their recall appointments?

It's a dentist's job to focus on oral hygiene. But increasingly, online threats demand dentists' attention to their data. What steps should dental practices take to better protect their customer data and their own internal systems?

More and more dog owners are bringing their four-legged pals along on trips. You and your pooch can enjoy the companionship of the road and new environments, but like any family journey, this one takes preparation. To ensure your road trip with your furry companion remains safe and enjoyable, follow the tips below.

Hygienists put their bodies through a lot of wear and tear on the job, but there are steps that can be taken to help prevent some of the damage. Here's what one hygienist thought dentists should know.

A look at some of the newest and most advanced dental lasers available.

A look at some of the newest and most advanced dental lasers available.

Greg Vigoren says that patients are his passion, and he has pioneered the use of digital magnification photography and lifetime cavity prevention for children. Now he is spreading the word on why basic X-rays are a thing of the past while learning everything he can get his hands on. Continue below to find out about this pioneering dental professional.

You have waited for the real summer deals to show up, and here they are. As part of Cyber Summer Travel Deals, 40 properties offers discounts on hotels and resorts in the U.S., Caribbean and Latin America, but only if you book within the 24-hour period starting June 21. Discounts can typically reach up to 50 percent off.

Success in business is often based more on whom you know rather than what you know. When building a successful referral-based dental practice, fostering relationships with those constituents, whether patients in a general practice or general dentists for a specialty practice, is key. Continue to know more about the specific strategies for building referrals.

Though selling your practice may be a long way away, PMA Practice Transitions president Matthew Scherer says putting of plans can hurt the value of your practice. To ease the transition and maintain or even increase the value of your practice, Scherer recommends developing a business or succession plan early on. At least several years prior to retirement is optimal, he said. Learn more about cash flow, managing overhead and examining fees below.

Those interested in using their clinical skills to serve populations in need don’t need to look far.

Proposed higher tariffs on imported medical devices may have a significant impact on the dental industry.

Everyone knows about the damage tobacco can cause to one's oral health, but according to a new study from Columbia University, the risks can extend to another habit. For frequent recreational marijuana users, the risk of gum disease is apparently present, a surprising discovery for the researchers. Users of marijuana in other forms are vulnerable as well. Continue below to learn more about the relationship between frequent marijuana use and periodontal disease.

This month, Colgate's Share More Smile More campaign is taking aim at the oral health of Hispanic communities within the U.S. Partnering again with the American Dental Association, Colgate has pledged to donate $1 to the Give Kids a Smile® program each time someone interacts with #TimetoSmile. Keep reading about the campaign and its goals below.

One hygienist’s take on the benefits of Hu-Friedy’s AIR-FLOW Handy 3.0 Premium, a handheld air polishing device.

Should your practice enter the world of EHR? You should consider these things before you take the plunge.