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“Patterson Dental has focused on growth by building a leadership position around the combination of superior sales, service, support and technology applications that we believe will be increasingly compelling to the full dental market,” said Scott Anderson, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Patterson Companies. “We are excited to partner with a leader such as Heartland Dental that shares our values and the desire to bring best-in-class products and solutions to the dentists and teams they support.”

Dentists, and others with high-stress job, can be particularly susceptible to depression.

Even the best practice management software won't improve your practice unless you use it effectively. Here's how to do so.

3M Oral Care has introduced a new entry into its True Definition Scanner line, the 3M Mobile True Definition Scanner, which is a tablet-based intraoral scanner.

This Inside Look on Dentrix Enterprise explores how the management software can be used to improve large and group practices.

XP Bond® is now called Prime&Bond® XP – A new name for reliability. Over twenty years ago, Dentsply Sirona launched the first one bottle adhesive: Prime&Bond® in the US. Next generations were known as Prime&Bond® 2.0 and Prime&Bond® 2.1. The most recent family member, the high-performance dental adhesive formerly known as XP Bond, is now being integrated into the Prime&Bond umbrella brand as Prime&Bond XP.

Different people choose different strategies when it comes to managing their money. Here's a look at five of the top ways.

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Here's our weekly look at the top dentistry-related news from around the web.

A new study looks at educational attainment by metropolitan region. These regions came out on top.

Take a moment to ask yourself, do you really need disability insurance? If you think not, unfortunately you’d be wrong.

A new report looks at statistical data to determine which US cities are "the most fun."

A Manhattan dentist joined the profession to change peoples' lives. Now he's working on changing the payment model for oral healthcare.

Ranir LLC, a leading global manufacturer of store brand oral care products and value branded oral care products under the Plackers and REMBRANDT trademarks, today announced it has acquired BrushPoint, a Toronto-based manufacturer of store brand manual and power toothbrushes. The acquisition of BrushPoint is highly complementary to Ranir’s current portfolio of products and allows Ranir to leverage its innovation platform in the development, manufacture and marketing of store brand oral care products.

In this article from Dental Products Report, a team of dental experts describes the challenges of incorporating technology into the dental practice, and provide solutions to help overcome these obstacles.

Although collecting payment from delinquent patients may be uncomfortable, it is a necessary part of keeping a practice healthy. This paper examines trends in accounts receivable and how accounts receivable balances have changed since 2011.

Setting a date for your retirement -- even if it's far off -- can help you realistically plan for your future.

The new Smithsonian National Museum of African-American History and Culture opened Sept. 24 with 12 inaugural exhibits. The exhibits on slavery and the military are particularly moving.

A new study suggests people with high-stress careers might be poorer candidates for drug-based depression treatments.

Delivering high-performance, controlled efficiency to facilitate crown preparation procedures for ceramic and all-ceramic crowns, Komet USA’s newly launched, innovative Deep Purple™ diamonds are specially designed for fast, effective substance removal.

Curious about adopting more technology into your dental practice? Dental Products Reports' experts explain 10 tips and tricks you need to know.

Today’s intraoral scanners allow clinicians to improve their data and information, eliminate poor impressions, and best of all, help deliver great restorations to patients in a quicker, more comfortable fashion. Take a close look at the intramural scanner systems on the following pages and make sure to look into finding a system that can help you and your patients take advantange of this great technology

One way to boost your nest egg in retirement is to move to a smaller home. However, downsizing alone isn't always a financial boon.

The $2 million in funding is designed for the unmet oral health needs of patients with HIV/AIDS.

'Tis the season of candy, candy and more candy-much to dental professionals' dismay. Here are the worst-of-the-worst treats for dental health.

'Tis the season of candy, candy and more candy-much to dental professionals' dismay. Here are the worst-of-the-worst treats for dental health.

It’s obvious to any observer that technology has drastically impacted the way dentists practice-and the way they work with the dental team and specialists and how they interact with patients. we asked professionals from around the country: how is technology really changing dentistry? Here’s what they told us.

Hu-Friedy, a global leader in the manufacturing of dental instruments and products, today announced the addition of the Sickle Scaler designs to its line of EverEdge 2.0 hand instruments designed to help clinicians achieve the best clinical outcomes. Leveraging decades of instrument making experience, Hu-Friedy developed EverEdge 2.0 using a proprietary heat treatment process and enhanced finishing techniques.

There's a reason homeowners are required to undergo financial counseling prior to taking out a reverse mortgage -- they're confusing. This primer will help you get a handle on the scenario.

If you one day plan to sell your dental practice, don't wait until the last minute to plan for it. Here's why.