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Researchers Say Dentists, Other Health Professionals Are Major Contributors to US Opioid Abuse ProblemAlmost 19,000 Americans died from prescription painkiller overdoses last year, and a new study suggests the problem is wider than a few bad actors over-prescribing the drug.
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Hinman Dental Meeting: Mobile Apps for the Modern DentistAt the 2017 Hinman Dental Meeting, Martin Jablow, D.M.D., gave a brief overview of different apps that can be used in the dental office. Whether for patient entertainment while in the waiting room, or for diagnostics or staff training, there seems to be an app for everything.
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Rent vs. BuyFinding the right living situation for your unique situation includes a number of factors, how much you're spending chief among them. Make sure to weigh the options of renting versus buying when considering your budget.
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Incorrectly Thinking the End Has ArrivedAll investments have a risk-reward scenario and should be carefully evaluated by an investor with specific concerns and a perceived risk tolerance in mind.
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5 Tips for Opening a New OfficeOpening your own practice? Looking for new ways to boost success? Let these tips be your guide.
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3 Surprise Expenses That Can Derail Your RetirementAs you plan for retirement, you'll need to set a series of expectations about what kind of money you'll have and what kind of lifestyle you'll need to fund. However, it's also important to expect the unexpected.
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Balancing Investments and Student Loans After Dental SchoolWhen the author of the blog Another Second Opinion completed his residency, he was faced with a decision: prioritize student loan payments, or take a risk and invest while paying down the minimums? His decisions and knowledge can help young dentists, too. Continue below to find out which financial path is best for you.
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Tap Water Advocates Face Uphill Climb Post-FlintMillions of Americans don't drink tap water, despite the fact that it's much healthier than sugar drinks and usually provides fluoride. The challenge of convincing families to drink tap water only got harder when the water crisis in Flint, MI, became national news.
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Missed Appointment Inefficiencies Cost You Time and MoneyMissed patient appointments are problematic for the profitability of the dental practice. Motivating patients to keep their appointments and helping them return after a missed appointment is crucial to keeping the schedule full.
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You Only Get One Chance to Make a Good First ImpressionThe first impressions we make are often the most lasting, and most important, impressions. This also applies to your practice, as the impressions new patients make of you will be if they decide to continue business with you.
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Building Community: For Dentists, Giving Back Leads to Healthy SmilesOver 200 volunteers came together, donating their time and dental expertise, to promote healthy smiles by building a playground at the Futuro Academy Public Charter School.
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Most Critical Financial Step in Physician Divorce: Evaluating the PracticeIt's essential that he/she choose an attorney with substantial experience in the process who knows how to challenge the other party's financial expert.
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A Guardian for Your Children: Planning in Case You're Not ThereChoosing a guardian is one of the most important things parents can do when planning their wills.
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Using Buckets to Manage Finances in RetirementHaving different buckets for each life phase is a good way to assure you don't run out of money while pursuing your goals.
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Dental Procedure Antibiotics Link to Clostridium difficileCurrent ADA recommendations note the risk of antibiotics is greater than the risk of infection, however inappropriate use of antibiotics helps fuel drug-resistant bacteria.
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Dental School Loan Forgiveness PlansDental school tuition is costly and few dental students have time for jobs that can make a significant dent in the overall cost of the four years of dental school education. It is worthwhile to investigate loan forgiveness programs as an option for paying for dental school education.
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How to Get More Bang for Your Charitable BuckThe tax laws that regulate charitable deductions can make your head spin. As a result, many dentists aren't getting the full benefit of their charitable deductions, due to a lack of planning or understanding. Here is some advice about what you can do to make sure your chosen cause is receiving the maximum benefit of your gift.
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6 Year-End Steps to Cut Your 2015 TaxesTax season doesn't officially start until the new year, but those who start planning now can take advantage of some money-saving tax strategies.
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Protect Your Bond Portfolio from Rising Interest RatesMany investors believe that infrastructure spending combined with more government borrowing will lead to a rise in inflation, and consequently, higher interests rates. This puts long-term bond investments at risk of losing money. Here are some ways of limiting that risk.
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6 Ways to Ruin Your Credit ScoreCredit is necessary to accomplish your goals in life and in dentistry. Be it to pay employees, purchase new technology or equipment, absorb a practice, attend industry conferences or earn continuing education credits, a credit score is a determining factor in getting approval for funding.
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How to Maximize Time Away on a Business TripIt's hard to find time to sit down and manage your goals and take time to address ongoing projects, but you can do all this and more in the most unlikely of places, on a business trip.
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Robo-Advisors: Has Automated Advising Already Peaked?The advent of so-called robo-advisors -- cheaper than a real human and theoretically just as competent -- hasn't been the game-changer some expected.
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Donate Your IRA Required Minimum Distribution to Charity, Tax FreeThese distributions are not subject to the charitable contribution percentage limits and are not includible in gross income. Since the distributions are not included in gross income, it will not increase adjusted gross income (AGI) for purposes of the phase-out of any deduction, exclusion, or tax credit that is limited or lost completely when AGI reaches certain levels.
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3 Signs of a Miserable DentistWell-known consultant and author Patrick Lencioni, wrote a book titled "Three Signs of a Miserable Job." The book identifies three characteristics that, when missing from an organization, create a lack of motivation and pride by employees. According to Lencioni, companies that operate with anonymity, lack of relevance, and lack of measurement create poor company performance stemming from a lack of employee engagement.
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Tips on Selling Your Dental Practice the Right WayThe sale of your dental practice is not a process you should enter lightly. After all, you've been working your entire career, building up to this moment. It's important that you have your bases covered during the transaction. That's why working with a strong dental transition team is so critical.
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How DIY Results Lag Behind Market PerformanceIt can be encouraging to make investments on your own behalf, but as investing becomes more specialized you may not get the same results a dedicated professional will.
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Make the Call that Matters Most to Your PatientsThis one small step can generate positive online reviews and consequently, more business for your practice.
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Weekly Tech: SoftwareTechnology is quickly transforming dentistry. From digital record-keeping to machines that seem straight out of a SciFi feature, the 21st century has gifted the medical industry some amazing devices. Dentists are especially proactive about adopting new technology in their practices, so DMD is bringing you a weekly spotlight on some of the best products on the market. Continue below to read about this week's focus, software.
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Buying the Big PracticeExperienced practice transition consultant Dr. W. Jack Saxonhouse discusses things to consider before purchasing a large dental practice.
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Orthodontist Takes Collaborative Approach to Keep the Rhythm GoingSue Liebman, D.M.D. involves patients in the decision-making process. A key step to not only making them feel comfortable, but may lead to better oral health outcomes.
