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Researchers in India have determined that dentures that fit improperly can be a risk factor for developing oral cancer.

The global award recognizes two inventive products from 3M Oral Care and 3M Food Safety.

Too many dental practices stumble over achieving proper HIPAA compliance. Most HIPAA problems come from staff ignorance and mistakes. The road to correct HIPAA compliance begins with information control, doing a practice risk assessment, and in having a written set of guidelines for patient data. Lawyer Simone McCormick, who will be speaking at the AAO 2017 Annual Session, held from April 21-25 in San Diego, California, seeks to build awareness for correct HIPAA compliance for healthcare professionals.

Savor San Diego has a burgeoning food scene one that attendees of the AAO 2017 Annual Session will want to make some time to enjoy. Tasty fare can be had at fine dining establishments but also at the local taqueria or pizza place that imaginatively melds traditions and features fresh, California ingredients.

Has the tax man left your pockets feeling a little light? With Tax Day having come and gone, many dentists are left smarting. The good news is that when it comes to taxes, the grass may actually be greener in another state. The number-crunchers over at WalletHub recently released their complete ranking of tax burdens on a state-by-state basis. These are the states that enjoy the lowest tax burdens.

According to Pat Little, D.D.S., F.A.G.D., C.F.E., embezzlement can affect between 3 and 5 percent of a dental practice's revenue. Little knows a thing or two about that, and he has dedicated himself to helping dentists avoid pitfalls that can lead to fraud and embezzlement. Unfortunately, when it comes to dental practice embezzlement, it's often more senior employees that you need to keep an eye one, Little says.

This dental imager is designed to be easy to use and cost effective.

Dentists are the front line of defense when it comes to detecting oral cancer.

Dentists are the front line of defense when it comes to detecting oral cancer.

The dental guard is designed to reduce the damage of excessive teeth grinding and offer relief for TMJ.Sleep bruxism, or excessive clenching or grinding of the teeth, can be a serious problem for some people. The most common form of treatment for sleep bruxism is wearing a night/occlusal guard.

Scaling and root planing can be an uncomfortable experience for patients, which is why it’s so important to choose an effective anesthetic that’s appropriate for each individual case. Kim Miller, RDH, and M.E. Sanders, RDH, lead profitability coaches with Inspired Hygiene, talk about what they use for certain situations and why they often turn to Oraqix® for scaling and root planing treatments.

Dentists and hygienists are playing a crucial role in early detection of oral cancer, and for good reason. About 49,670 people will be diagnosed with oral cavity or oropharyngeal cancer this year alone, according to the American Cancer Society, and an estimated 9,700 people will die of these cancers.

It's hard to argue with savings on airfare. But cheap tickets come with other less obvious costs, such as poor service. That's where the number-crunching gurus at Wallethub come in. The analysts there created a systematic ranking of the best and worst airlines in their annual report. When you have a choice of carriers, use this report to pick wisely.

The best way to continually build positive reviews is to directly ask patients for them. That means building relationships and providing a high level of customer service so that patients have a willingness to post those reviews. Over time, this approach will yield more positive reviews that will block out any negative reviews your practice may have received.

Feeling a bit on edge lately? We are, to a certain degree, products of our environments. And if you're living in these 10 states, your environment could be spiking your overall stress levels. The number-crunching gurus at WalletHub used 33 criteria to rank the most stressed-out states of 2017. Find out if your state landed among the top 10.

Over time, bonding agents have changed-all for the better. With each new generation, clinicians have come to expect better adhesion and less complicated application techniques. The latest generation of adhesives-also known as universal adhesives-are the biggest advancement yet. Adhesive evolution 

A recent report by William Blair, a global investment banking and asset management firm with more than 1,400 employees, over $80 billion in client assets, investment banking transactions covering more than 35 countries and 730 companies, and $230 billion in value since January 2012, states that DSOs are undergoing very strong and rapid growth and are a solid investment if we

Having the right equipment – and knowing how to use it – is crucial.

Having the right equipment – and knowing how to use it – is crucial.

Chairside dentistry has been touted as the next evolution in dentistry-and it’s whispered about among dental technicians as something to be feared. What’s the reality of this burgeoning technology?

A look at how the DEXIS CariVu works to detect caries without emitting ionizing radiation.

An evaluation of the IPR Strip System from ContacEZ.

The TheraBreath for Kids Organic Grape Oral Rinse is said to be made from healthy ingredients.

The new line of dental consoles is designed to embrace digital integration.

Having conversations about the future can prove beneficial.

Learning how to change your tactics and mindset is crucial.

sleep disorders are on the rise-some experts even call it an “epidemic” in the united states. And while Cpap machines are still the most commonly prescribed solutions, oral appliances are gaining steam as treatment options. So how is dentistry adapting to this revenue stream-and how is dentistry saving lives?

A look at how the DEXIS CariVu works to detect caries without emitting ionizing radiation.

A look at how the DEXIS CariVu works to detect caries without emitting ionizing radiation.