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March 21, 2012

CHICAGO − May 25, 2010 − As the field of dental implantology continues to have a significant effect on dental treatment planning, the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) recently reaffirmed its position that, whenever reasonable, efforts should be made to save a patient’s natural dentition. What’s more, the AAP stressed that an evidence-based approach must always be taken when considering an individual’s treatment options, especially when it comes to surgical procedures such as tooth extraction and dental implant placement.

March 21, 2012

Q:  How do I get my team motivated to think like an owner and go the extra mile?  First and foremost, no one can motivate anyone to do anything. Motivation has to come from within! It’s an internal process, a reason to act a certain way based on the good ole’ radio station WII FM (What’s in it for me?). So if that’s the case, why are there jillions of books, lectures and articles written on this very topic?  

March 21, 2012

THE SET-UP "Fractured ceramic crowns are an everyday problem in dental practice. It is not always feasible or cost effective to replace the ceramic restoration for the patient if a repair can be made using composite resin. In this article, a new self adhering flowable composite, Vertise Flow, will be used to demonstrate a simplified approach to porcelain repair that does not require the use of Hydrofluoric acid or silane priming." -Dr. Robert A. Lowe, team lead

March 21, 2012

SANTA CLARA, Calif., April 22, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Align Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq:ALGN) today announced a strategic change to the Invisalign proficiency program the Company launched last June to help ensure Invisalign providers build a baseline of Invisalign product experience and knowledge through minimum annual case and continuing education (CE) goals. Effective immediately, doctors will no longer be required to start a minimum of ten shipped cases per year to maintain their active provider status.

March 21, 2012

The Organization for Safety & Asepsis Procedures (OSAP) has partnered with the FDI World Dental Federation to conduct an official review of the WHO Patient Safety Curriculum Guide (PSCG).  OSAP will also be working with the International Federation of Dental Educators and Associations (IFEDA) and other leading global organizations on the project.

March 21, 2012

New Milford, CT – Join Clinician's Choice and three of today’s most engaging presenters at the luxurious Caesers Palace, Las Vegas, May 20-22, 2010, for a winning combination of learning and luck.

March 21, 2012

The Set-Up “Nutrition plays a key role in periodontal health and healing. Many issues in this field remain unsolved. In this article, Dr. Ryder explores some aspects of nutrition and periodontics.,” Dr. Peter O. Cabrera, Team Lead

March 21, 2012

If you walk into Dr. Sam Wexler’s basement in Richmond, Ill., you’ll likely feel like you’ve taken a step back in time.

March 21, 2012

Any marketing effort that brings in more than 700 new patients would have to be considered wildly successful, and one that accomplished this with absolutely no upfront costs to the practice, probably sounds too good to be true.

March 21, 2012

Nobel Biocare announced today that it has reorganized its North American  management team to better utilize the skills and assets of the team. The two key changes include Mr. Melker Nilsson becoming Senior Vice President of Sales for North America and Mr. John Cox moving from sales to a newly formed role in charge of strategic initiatives for the company in the North American marketplace.

March 21, 2012

  Value Defined We all want and deserve to receive value for our investment. Value can mean different things to different people. One might value getting his or her website up and running quickly, while another might be more exacting and patient. One practice might value appearance more highly than function. Still another might prefer quantity over quality of website visitors.

March 21, 2012

Chicago – April 26, 2010 – The American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) was recently invited to provide testimony to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Division of Oral Health (CDC DOH) as part of the strategic planning process for 2011 through 2014. The submission of this testimony is an extension of the longstanding collaboration between the AAP and the CDC to develop a surveillance program to determine the incidence and prevalence of periodontal disease in the US population.

March 21, 2012

Sometimes great ideas are just sitting out there waiting to happen. For William Provancher, an assistant professor of mechanical engineering at the University of Utah, inspiration struck while he was watching a TV special about consummate Renaissance figure Leonardo Da Vinci.

March 21, 2012

You’ve noticed a change in one of your most dependable employees. She’s been missing a lot of work lately, and when she does come into the office she’s usually late. Her productivity is slipping and you know her behavior change is affecting the rest of the team.

March 21, 2012

Whatever role you play in your practice-doctor, front desk team member, the assistant, the hygienist, or another valuable job within the practice-your communication and interaction with the patients directly impacts their relationship with the practice. In order for the patient to feel they are receiving individualized care, it becomes essential for all team members to be aware of each patient’s needs. Each team member is critical to setting and managing the patients’ expectations for care and service.

March 21, 2012

Join Hu-Friedy for EXPLORE 2010, a unique 2-day event that is focused exclusively on the San Francisco dental hygienist community. EXPLORE 2010 has been specifically designed to provide you with the practical techniques, tools and education to help you perform at your best-and best of all it's free.

March 21, 2012

New York, NY – April 27, 2010 – MetLife, a leading provider of employee benefits that provides dental plan administration for over 21 million people, today announced an agreement with the Institute of Medical Emergency Preparedness (IMEP) that makes it easier for dentists and their staff to avail themselves of important, potentially life-saving information in preparation for medical emergencies occurring on their premises.

March 21, 2012

Value Defined? We all want and deserve to receive value for our investment. Value can mean different things to different people. One might value getting his or her website up and running quickly, while another might be more exacting and patient. One practice might value appearance more highly than function. Still another might prefer quantity over quality of website visitors. Whatever your preferences, know what constitutes reasonable expectations, not only from your finished* product, but also from the process.

March 21, 2012

Every dental practice engages in some degree of customer service in order to stay in business. However, in some offices the focus on customer service takes a back seat to the focus on clinical skill. The thinking might go something like this: “Patients come here to get dental work, not to talk about how their weekend went.”

March 21, 2012

From now through June 30, 2010, SmartPractice will donate 5% of the profits from online sales of Patriotic products to the Wounded Warrior Project. Choose from a wide variety of products including Recall and Appointment Cards, Supply Bags, Magnets, Toothbrushes and more featuring All-American, red, white and blue designs. Plus, products are personalized free and ship within 48 hours of ordering.