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Dental Products Report Managing Editor Stan Goff is joined by Dr. Jason Goodchild, a full-time clinician, who also serves as a member of the Dental Products Report Editorial Advisory Board, and as Director of Clinical Affairs for Premier Dental Products. Their discussion covers a range of topics related to the dental industry's response and recovery during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Editorial Director Noah Levine is joined by Dr. Richard Miron to discuss his recent research showing postop chlorhexidine rinses might be more harmful than a homeopathic alternative from StellaLife Healing.

Dental Products Report Editorial Director Noah Levine talks with UV Angel CEO Tom Byrne & Chief Science and Medical Officer Dr. Linda Lee about UV-C technology and how it can be used in dental settings to reduce the risks from harmful pathogens.

Dr. David Howard, Associate Professor at the Roseman University College of Dental Medicine joins Editorial Director Noah Levine to discuss his school's shift to teach the Bioclear Method for composite restorations rather than covering amalgam restoration techniques.

Dr. Jeff Rohde rejoins our regular interview series to share an update on how his Santa Barbara dental practice is managing during the ongoing pandemic.

Dental hygienist Nancy Miller discusses reducing aerosol generation and practicing safely during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dental Products Report and Modern Hygienist Editorial Director Noah Levine is joined by Modern Hygienist Editorial Advisory Board Member Alyssa Aberle, RDH, BSDH, MBA to discuss her experiences working at a community health center and conducting COVID-19 tests during the pandemic.

Dr. Low discusses approaches such as the use of high volume evacuation and dental lasers to reduce aerosol production during dental procedures.

As the founder of dentalsoftwareadvisor.com, Mike Uretz has been consulting with teledentistry providers for years, and this interview includes his advice about the current wave of applications hitting the industry, as well as what he thinks teledentistry will bring to dental practices once the pandemic is in the rear view mirror.

Most people will never travel to space or climb Mt. Everest, but Scott Parazynski, M.D., accomplished both. In this clip, he connects the dots between the two endeavors to reveal how they are alike. Continue to hear what spaceflight and mountaineering have in common.

Generation Z, the demographic that is currently in their adolescence, is defined by an extensive use of technology and social media. A big part of your business relies on keeping them content in your practice. Maria Bailey, author of Millennial Moms and founder of MomTV.com, knows exactly how to get this done. Continue below to watch or read a segment of her interview with DMD.

The fourth annual Dykema conference was crawling with knowledgeable lawyers, dental professionals and entrepreneurs looking to share their knowledge about Dental Service Organizations. Arlene Steinfield, senior counsel JD specializing in labor employment law, met with DMD to talk about her area of expertise and under what circumstances she works with DSOs. Watch or read below to learn more about how to deal with internal discrimination complaints.

Robert Pick, D.D.S., M.S., is the principal of Progressive Periodontics & Implants, as well as the dental consulting firm, the Pick Group. Pick has made his career in dentistry by becoming a dental entrepreneur. As a result, he has learned a few lessons along the way. In this clip, Pick explains why relationships are everything in building a practice. Watch or read below to continue.

When acquiring multiple practices, dentists traditionally rely on private equity firms and landing gigs with large companies. At the Dykema conference in June, David Lopez, an entrepreneur and president of Tralongo, told DMD this system needs a facelift. Watch or read below about how Tralongo is changing the game for multiple-practice ownership.

Chris Bentson is a partner at Bentson Copple & Associates, a consulting firm that specializes in orthodontics. When it comes down to the industry's modern-day challenges, Bentson understands the details of consolidation and converting a practice to digital. Watch or read below to find out what Bentson says orthodontists should focus on.

They laughed, they cried, they became Internet famous. Between the fluctuating emotions and absurd utterances, everyone loves a good post-wisdom teeth surgery video, and it's easy to see why. DMD put together a definitive ranking of YouTube's most hilarious anesthesia reactions for your viewing pleasure, so scroll down to enjoy.

Posting a picture of your smiling patients on your practice's social media accounts may seem benign, but according to our experts, you could be in violation of HIPAA standards. Under HIPAA's stipulations, social media is treated the same as any other form of public record, so written consent to use patient images is a must. To learn more about HIPAA requirements and how to protect yourself from legal trouble, watch or read what Rita Zamora and Brian Colao advise.

Dykema, a law firm offering practical, results-oriented counsel to Dental Service Organizations (DSOs), holds its fourth annual conference in New Orleans June 15 to 16. Litigation attorney Brian Colao sat down with DMD to discuss real estate considerations for dental professionals ranging from DSOs to sole practitioners. Watch or read below to see what Colao advises.

Dental Service Organizations (DSOs) may be gaining new popularity, but many dentists remain skeptical about joining one. Heidi Ardnt, a dental hygienist and owner of Enhanced Hygiene, provided some insight at the fourth annual Dykema conference for those on the fence about utilizing DSO services. Watch or read below to see what Ardnt has to say.

The fourth annual Dykema conference was crawling with knowledgeable lawyers, dental professionals and entrepreneurs looking to share their knowledge about Dental Service Organizations. Arlene Steinfield, senior counsel JD specializing in labor employment law, met with DMD to talk about her area of expertise and under what circumstances she works with DSOs. Watch or read below to learn more about Steinfield and how DSOs might encounter trouble with labor laws.

Promoting your practice on social media can often feel like shouting into a void. Rita Zamora, an international speaker and expert on social media marketing and online reputation management, says gaining the visibility you desire may not be as difficult as you think. With just a little strategic planning, you and your practice can find the followers and exposure you have been missing. Watch or read below to find out what goes into social media strategy.

At the fourth annual Dykema conference in New Orleans, Louisiana, Heidi Arndt spoke with Dentist's Money Digest to provide a perspective often overlooked in the dental community. Arndt, a dental hygienist and owner of Enhanced Hygiene, hopes to enlighten her audience about the importance value of hygienists in a practice. Watch or read below to learn more.

Dykema, a law firm offering practical, results-oriented counsel to Dental Service Organizations (DSOs), holds its fourth annual conference in New Orleans June 15 to 16. Litigation attorney Brian Colao sat down with DMD to discuss the differences between general health care attorneys and those who specialize in dentistry. Across the board, the director of Dykema's Dental Service Organizations Industry Group advises seeking out services that cater to their niche. Watch Colao's clip or read the transcript below.

Limited vacation days, work-related stress, money and family seem like good excuses to stay in one place. However, says M.D. Scott Parazynski, going outside daily routine can be the best and most rewarding way to manage time. Be it public service, extreme sports, or simply traveling somewhere new, unfamiliar environments and experiences are always accessible. See what else he has to say about adventuring below.

Gary Zelesky, a professional speaker, has perceived some changes between generations when it comes to choosing a career path. Over time, he argues, people have become more focused on carving out a passion and making a difference. However, focusing too much on me can be detrimental in career development. Listen how Zelesky connects his claims about this topic to the dental industry.

Brokerage liaison Brandy Keck of Carr Healthcare Realty, a firm that specializes in selling and buying real estate for medical professionals, knows a thing or two about demographics. Keck sat down with Dentist's Money Digest® at the Yankee Dental Congress to provide insight on how Carr recommends real estate purchases to dental clients. It makes sense, she said for generalist and specialists to come together if patients can be referred back and forth.

Rita Zamora, an international speaker and expert on social media marketing and online reputation management, has some hot tips for setting your practice apart from the rest. According to Zamora, it is as simple as reading reviews online and seeing what people like and dislike. Let Zamora show you how a few easy ways to improve your reputation and stand up to the competition.

In the competitive world of dental care, it is easy to become hyper-focused on the success of your own practice. Chris Bentson of Bentson Copple & Associates, a consulting firm that specializes in orthodontics, recognizes the value of merging expertise for both patients and specialists. In fact, according to Bentson, interdisciplinary practices are the future of the dental industry. The following is what he has to say about the benefits and convenience of multidisciplinary relationships.

Chris Bentson is a partner at Bentson Copple & Associates, a consulting firm that specializes in orthodontics. As a byproduct of his work, Bentson has his finger on the pulse of business trends in the orthodontic field. According to him, there are certain things that today's orthodontic patient expects when they come to your practice. Here's what will keep them satisfied.