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Dr. Steve Lipman has a passion for dentistry. He also has a passion for jazz.

For the last several years, I have been fortunate to work with many of the top dental practices in the country. As I review their vital statistics and study procedures done, I am often alarmed at how often we struggle to provide periodontal services.

If you are using a dental laser or thinking about adding the technology to your practice, there are a lot of choices to make in terms of products, education and training.

DenMat PeriOptix loupes and headlights reportedly feature a lightweight frame and headlight designs that support better ergonomics, resulting in less strain on the neck and an overall more comfortable working experience. 

When leveraged effectively, Eaglesoft can make a dentist’s job easier and take away many stresses of running a practice. But with so many tools available in the program, it can sometimes be difficult to use each one effectively. Below I’ve listed 10 tools in Eaglesoft that every dental practice should be using:

A recent study has found that the walking speed and memory of adults without any teeth decline more rapidly than those who still have some or all of their own teeth.

"You will never change what you tolerate." ~ Joel Osteen Disturbing comments in a closed online group are breathing life into that statement. This week, thirteen male fourth-year dental students were suspended from all clinical activities. As if our dental profession was deficient in relevant material to promote mistrust from within it, to surprisingly hit a whole new set of dysfunctional standards outside of it.

We're always excited to hear about new dental health discoveries and emerging research, and are fascinated by the enlightening, educational - and sometimes downright weird - information they bring to light. What follows is a list of the most fascinating recent studies, as chosen by our editorial team.

A recent report confirms scientists have created a new biocompatible material that may rebuild worn enamel and decrease tooth sensitivity for longer periods of time than current materials on the market.

Mountain Midwifery Center in Englewood, Colo., recently became the first facility in the state to offer nitrous oxide to women in labor.

While benchtop work is important, it’s also important to properly manage your lab and your cases in order to make sure your work is as efficient and cost-effective as possible.

Everyone knows that children need moderation in their lives. Giving a child too much sugar will undoubtedly result in a headache for parents. Exposing that child to excessive radiation? That can also only end poorly.

Every year, the president of the United States delivers his State of the Union Address.

The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear a case regarding whether state-established boards of practitioners, such as those for dentists, made up of members of the profession they are overseeing can properly regulate the profession without running afoul of federal antitrust laws.

EVO is Brush Buddies’ answer to innovation and making brushing fun. 

You may think you've heard everything you need to hear about ultrasonics, but Rachel Wall, RDH, the owner of Inspired Hygiene, says that it’s always one of the hottest topics amongst dental hygienists and dental professionals.

A newborn baby shocked her parents and doctors alike last month when she was born with two front teeth.

Just because your lab has made the transition to digital technology doesn't mean all of your clients have.

2014 brought many new innovations, technological advances and exciting product launches – but more entertainingly, it also gave us some very, very strange stories.  Here are the seven most peculiar, strange – and mildly alarming! – dental stories that we read in 2014.

Anastasia Turchetta, RDH, the editor of Modern Hygienist, recently sat down with Carol Jahn, senior professional relations manager at Waterpik, to talk about Waterpik and the innovations the company has produced since 1962.

The end of one year and the beginning of another is always a great time for reflection, introspection, and planning.

Millennials need to feel as if their treatment is important and that they are on the right track; this means being inquisitive. Is there anything in the practice of dental hygiene that should be exempt from questioning and examination? 

This February, National Children’s Dental Health Month, join caring dental professionals across the country for the America’s ToothFairy Smile Drive, a national campaign to raise oral health awareness and collect oral care products for at-risk children.

Previously, we found our Zen through the right instrumentation that suits the needs and desires of you as well as all the great gums you are gardening on a daily basis. You have learned the tools to get you towards therapy bliss through instrumentation. Now, how about how to take it to the next level and be a great business partner with your employer to acquire these awesome accoutrements?

Clinical success of anterior labial veneers relies heavily on proper preparation procedures that remove the appropriate amount of material without penetrating too deeply into the enamel. The challenge is to predictably control substance removal to a proper depth while avoiding inadvertent dentin exposure.

Sunstone Engineering, maker of the Orion line of welders, has announced the Orion 200i2, reportedly the company’s most advanced micro welder ever. The welder features advances in design and use that are said to simplify all aspects of micro pulse arc welding.

Brush Buddies’ Soniclean Pro One reportedly brings the benefits of sonic technology within the reach of everyday consumers.

When it comes to improving marketing for your dental practice, the office phone may be the last place you think to start. But if you want to grow your practice, it may be the hidden key to success.

You're probably thinking, “No! Not another article on exercise.” Well, yes, but cardio in particular … High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) cardio to be exact. I think we all know that exercise is beneficial and a body that moves heals faster than a body that does not.