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At the recent Siroworld event, Dentsply Sirona introduced two new solutions: The Intego pro Ambidextrous, which allows a quick switch for left- or right-handed clinicians, and the LEDview Plus operatory light, which is said to provide better optics for every case and procedure.

For dentists who are seeking to grow, change is required. So, how does a practice implement change without striking fear, and resistance, from the team? Simply start small.

Since it is rare for a dentist to be involved with a court and lawsuit, the unknown time, effort and cost of such a disposition of value in the hands of attorneys, experts and a judge is almost surely something that the dentist is not aware.

Are you a good boss ... or are you the underlying cause of your practice's problems?

Traveling is much more fun if you can bring the whole family, including your pets. Here's a look at lodgings that cater to pet-owners.

E-cigarettes are becoming a popular trend as many believe them to be a safer alternative to smoking. But recent research calls that into question.

On the surface, savings bonds might seem as though they're too simplistic for a sophisticated investor. But savings bonds offer some significant advantages worth considering.

Officials say a North Carolina dentist over-scheduled his practice to such an extent that he had little time to evaluate patients before or after oral surgeries.

During our informative interview, Dr. Marc Cooper talks about everything from the new generation of associates and their needs to the importance of leadership in today’s dental practice.

Recording smartphone video “selfies” of tooth-brushing can help people learn to improve their oral health care techniques, according to a new study.

Jan Palmer, FAADOM, knows a thing or two about helping dental practices learn the right way to help their patients deal with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).

Breaking down how technology and digital tools are changing what dental laboratories and practices are able to provide for patients.

Many people dream of living the lifestyle of a professioanl football player. It turns out you can... so long as it's one of these frugal football heroes.

If the heat and humidity of summer have got you down, relieve the psychic stress by planning for a fun fall getaway.

While many areas have plenty of dental professionals (or, in many cases, too many dental professionals), other regions have localized dentist shortages. Here's a look at the states with the biggest deficits.

Converting a phone call to a sale can be tricky, so here are three tips that can help.

Held October 7-8, 2016, in Boston, MA, 3DU is hosted by KaVo Kerr Group imaging brands Gendex™, NOMAD™, SOREDEX™ and Instrumentarium™. The 2-day event offers dental professionals an educational environment dedicated to Cone Beam 3D (CBCT) solutions - worth up to 11 CE credits - that will enhance their practice and put them in full control of treatment outcomes

Dr. Gregori M. Kurtzman, DDS, MAGD, shows how to use products from Tokuyama Dental America, Inc., to create esthetic, simple direct restorations.

This step-by-step technique shows how to use Komet's Expert Kit 4573ST for all-ceramic anterior crowns.

In this article, I will demonstrate smile design principles that can help in achieving esthetics in a smile.

ACTEON North America's PSPIX2 is a completely redesigned next-generation device for scanning dental X-rays from phosphor plates. It combines a small footprint with an intuitive touchscreen designed to deliver the easy and efficient taking of dental X-rays. It described as the first cordless digital imaging scanner, and the system works in Windows or OS X® and is single or multi-user ready.

Unmotivated employees can bring down a whole team, so addressing the problem quickly is important.

Unmotivated employees can bring down a whole team, so addressing the problem quickly is important.

Selecting the correct loupes can make a big difference for your health.

"If you're going to fail, fail big," some say. But it's even better if you can avoid the misstep and learn from others' epic failures. Here are three major mis-steps to learn from.

Cost of living isn't everything, but for retirees on a limited income, it can be a very important determinant of how far their dollar stretches. Residents of these states face the toughest challenge.

In many markets, there are more dentists and dental hygienists than the market requires. The problem, one expert says, is partly due to a growth of dental schools in markets that are already over-served.

David Little, DDS, explores how imaging systems combined with scanning technology can ensure reliable results for implant patients.

Dr. Michael Koceja of Columbia Family Dentistry has been using CAO Group's Sheer White! whitening pretty much since he opened his practice about four or five years ago. The big reason he likes Sheer White! is because all the past strip whiteners didn’t stick to the teeth. After a few minutes you’re chewing them around and spitting them out. They became irritating to wear, so people just didn’t wear them.