Independent Dentists Need to Work Together to Learn From Corporate Dentistry
February 3rd 2016The majority of dentists remain independent, yet the world of corporate dentistry is making a bigger and bigger impact on the practice of dentistry. Rather than fearing the rise of corporate dentistry, one expert says independent dentists should learn from it.
Scientists map mouth microbes to pinpoint oral disease origin
February 3rd 2016Bacteria are a well-known cause of oral disease and infection, but new research is examining the relationship between different bacteria in the mouth to see how they interact and, ultimately, tell researchers how bacteria combine to affect overall health.
The importance of community outreach in building your dental practice
February 2nd 2016Although community outreach certainly qualifies as “soft” marketing that typically yields actual results (new patients) over the long term, it serves as a solid foundation for a people-oriented business, such as your dental practice.
The Independent Practice's Survival Guide (Part 1)
February 1st 2016For independent dental practices, the economics of survival have grown increasingly difficult in recent years. In this two-part series, we talk to one expert about how she turned things around and what you can do to help your practice thrive.
ABC’s The Bachelor marginalizes dental hygienists: Why should we care and how should we react?
January 31st 2016It's bad enough when a television show demeans the dental hygiene profession. When it's one of the most-watched shows, that's a whole different story. Kara RDH explains the reactions of hygienists.
The biggest mistakes dentists make: Not understanding the insurance picture in the practice
January 28th 2016"We can learn from our mistakes. But isn’t it better to learn from other people’s mistakes?” Dr. Roger P. Levin explores the biggest mistakes that dentists make-and how those mistakes can be avoided. In this edition, Dr. Levin discusses dental insurance policies.
Sinaia: Romania's Hidden Treasure
January 27th 2016When you look up Sinaia, Romania, on Trip Advisor, there are exactly 11 attractions listed for the town. It's not the home of a famous literary antihero, it doesn't have the cachet of the Swiss Alps. But the nickname "Carpathian Pearl" absolutely fits the town.
5 important office updates for a modern practice
January 27th 2016Many dentists spend a great deal of time and money designing a stunning website and fleshing out their online profiles, but how can they ensure that their physical presence is on par as well? Here are 5 things you can do to ensure your practice stands out.