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When Dr. Michael T. Kelly first heard about a newer laser technology that targeted hard tissue, he knew had to give it a try. Once he got his hands on the Solea laser from Convergent Dental, he was convinced the technology was indeed great for cutting hard tissue. What he learned soon thereafter really had him hooked ­- that this CO2 laser system also was perfect for his soft tissue procedures.

Does this question keep you up at night? Or do you lie there wondering about your job security? Maybe you’re questioning why you’re not getting a raise? To the latter question, I can certainly relate.

A Swedish study finds that approximately 1 in 12 patients who receives a dental implant will lose at least one implant within 10 years. It also finds relatively high rates of peri-implantitis.

A recent study found that a ceramic material used in spinal implants can kill the bacteria that cause periodontitis.

A new study asked teenagers about the costs of owning and maintaining a car. The researchers found teens have a lot to learn.

The rise of "selfies" has created a safety problem and a conundrum for parks and other popular tourist attractions.

At this year’s Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting, Sirona announced the combination of a trusted restorative material and the leading innovator in CAD/CAM dentistry.

With the new 3M™ ESPE™ Elipar™ DeepCure-S LED curing lights, dental professionals reportedly can be more confident they have achieved a uniform and deep cure even when they can’t get the light in a perfect position.

As is true with all businesses, reputation is everything. Your practice’s reputation is worth fighting for and investing in. You work hard to build up your practice when you first begin in this industry, but you need to work even harder to maintain the reputation that brings you a consistent patient base and exceptional staff.

Why one practices uses Uveneer-a dentist-designed innovative system that creates contoured and polished composite veneers-for a variety of procedures, and quickly came to appreciate the user-friendly and time-saving advantages offered by the state-of-the-art technology.

Dental Lab Products conducted a quick 10-question Q&A with Craig Pickett, Dental Technical Support Manager at WhipMix. Discussion revolved around the company’s removable soft denture line and its benefits to the practitioner.

Police say a man who worked as the CFO of a New York dental practice embezzled hundreds of thousands of dollars from his employer.

If Donald Trump or Bernie Sanders wins the presidency, economists say housing prices could be headed in a negative direction.

When it comes to the medical field, there is often a significant disparity in the care received by individuals residing in rural areas compared to those in more urban settings. Unfortunately, it's no different where dentistry is concerned.

The travel website Expedia is out with it's list of travelers' favorite landmarks in the US, and in the world.

A recent study has identified certain types of oral bacteria that have a correlation with the risk of developing pancreatic cancer.

A new study from Bankrate looked at how much seniors are living on versus how much working-age adults earn. The data suggest most Americans will face financial hurdles in retirement.

Anything that reminds us of our own mortality is more likely to be put off than the biannual cleaning of the gutters. But ignoring death won't make it go away. Here's a list of five financial steps you need to take before time runs out.

The sooner you start thinking about an your retirement and exit from practice, the more options you'll have, according to an expert in the field.

According to New analysis from The Pew Charitable Trust’s Dental Campaign, these communities enjoy fewer dental visits and preventative treatment than the white population and suffer more untreated tooth decay and tooth loss.

A Security Risk Assessment could save your dental practice from major repercussions and financial penalties in the event of a HIPAA violation.

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Health experts have long urged pregnant women to see a dentist as part of their routine care plan. A new survey suggests the message is beginning to hit home.

Technology can help you budget, save, and invest for your future. Here is a look at some of the online tools that can help you achieve your financial goals.

Hu-Friedy has launched its Colorvue® Goldstein Probe, developed in partnership with world-renowned clinician Dr. Ronald Goldstein. Adding to Hu-Friedy’s instrument line, this probe offers improved visibility for greater measurement accuracy in diagnostic and restorative procedures.

A snapshot of dental implants to aid dental practices in improving patient outcomes.

Let’s face it, even with the ease of the internet, new patients want to speak with a live person. They want to know what to expect, what insurance you accept, how long it will take, etc. So they pick up the phone and call.

Remember the Skeleton Dance? You know: the foot bone’s connected to the ankle bone, the ankle bone’s connected to the leg bone... Many of us learned it in school to help illustrate how the parts of our body work together to function. This song, with just a few changes, can just as well apply to your dental practice, the telephone’s connected to the appointment book, the appointment book’s connected to the daily production, the daily production is connected to the net income…