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A Michigan dentist faces a lawsuit after former employees reportedly said they felt pressured by the dentist's choice to stream Christian music and hold regular prayer meetings at the office.

In an effort to address the time constraints dentists face in their practices today, Bien-Air, a Swiss medical technologies company, announced the launch of what is said to be the industry’s most powerful turbine.

Columnist Lisa Newburger talks about the fear some team members have about a dental practice possibly closing.

In this tech brief, we examine OperaDDS, a comprehensive communication program.

A new year is a great time to start saving for your children's education, even if you're still paying off your own. These simple steps will get you started.

Most people are turning their attention to federal income taxes, but there are a variety of federal, state, and local taxes that can put a major dent in any business' bottom line.

Dentists enter their careers with wide capabilities in oral healthcare, but with relatively little in the way of business know-how. These tips will help ensure the business side of your practice is equally successful.

When Dr. Mark Hyman started using the KaVo MASTERmatic handpiece and short motor combination, he expected to enjoy all the innovative features of the equipment. What he didn’t expect was to enjoy dentistry more.

Renfert has introduced a new professional wax set, the GEO Expert Wax Set, which features inspiration and step-by-step ideas from August Bruguera.

Patient communication has never been more important.

You’ve been on your feet seemingly forever, putting in a long day hard at work in the dental practice. Now you’ve finally got a chance to breathe; but how should you spend your precious moments of free time? We think you deserve a break – and a good dose of the lighthearted, fun and downright silly side of dentistry.

You’ve been on your feet seemingly forever, putting in a long day hard at work in the dental practice. Now you’ve finally got a chance to breathe; but how should you spend your precious moments of free time? We think you deserve a break – and a good dose of the lighthearted, fun and downright silly side of dentistry.

Here's a look at the top five stories on Dentist's Money Digest for the week ending Jan. 22.

A new technology could soon let dentists numb patients without needles, British doctors prepare to strike, and a researcher mounts a public health case against Big Sugar. Those stories and more in this week's DMD Check-Up.

If you've made a budget, you're on the right track to financial security. However, a budget is only helpful if it's tethered to reality. Use this guide to evaluate your spending plan.

By the nature of their profession, dentists play an important role in their communities. But volunteering can expand a dentist's impact.

Recruiting new customers is no small task. One Florida dentist meets the challenge by using a mix of tried-and-true and out-of-the-box marketing methods.

Primotec USA now offers Schick Dental products, including the L-protect, a protective work glass that features LED illunination.

From Feb. 25-27, the DPR editorial team, as well as countless other dental professionals, will visit the Windy City for the best in hands-on learning, lectures and commercial exhibits.

Reportedly an ideal blend of simplicity and sophistication, the CS 8100 is said to truly redefine panoramic imaging.

Welcome to 2016.

A pair of New York City dentists share a practice, a startup, and a family. The couple says the partnership is hectic, but rewarding.

In Part 2 of our series, we look at three more investor malfeasance warning signs that ought to raise red flags.

For dentists, thinking about relocating can be daunting, because part of what defines you is your location. But what if... ? Where would you go if you could?

Tax extenders! They have been in the news every year since the expiration of the Bush tax cuts and various other tax and economic stimulus packages. Without the passage of tax extenders in recent years, dentists would have had higher taxes. These temporary tax provisions expired at the end of 2014 but, as expected, new tax extender legislation has been passed.

We have all heard about, read about, and strived for the elusive five-star customer service. We have attended classes, read testimonials and listened to others tell stories about it. We all want it, strive to provide it and desire to receive it. So what is “IT,” really?

When you meet Office Manager Krista Smith and her mother, Dr. Shelley Shults, it’s clear that the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. Over the course of the past 15 years working together in dentistry, they’ve become inseparable.

Did you know that 88 percent of consumers trust online reviews as much as personal recommendations? Today, it’s absolutely critical for all dentists to be aware of what is being said about them online. And while patient reviews may first come to mind, there are multiple elements that make up a dentist’s online identity.

Nobel Biocare has announced that Hans Geiselhöringer has taken the reins as president of the company.

We're a few weeks into the new year, and it's likely that some of us have already slacked off our New Year's resolutions.