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No matter how good their dental skills or chair-side manner are, all dentists will have to deal with some unhappy patients. While some may be determined to pursue malpractice litigation, and while others may be completely unjustified in their complaints, there are steps you can take to keep their unhappiness from escalating.

Target-date funds are a popular retirement savings vehicle, but a new study shows investor misconceptions can limit the usefulness of the funds.

As the Hispanic population grows, so too do disparities in oral health. One expert says dentists need to do more to reach out to Hispanics.

A new study out of the NYU Langone Medical Center and the Laura and Isaac Perlmutter Cancer Center has determined that smoking drastically alters the oral microbiome, the mix of roughly 600 bacterial species that live in people's mouths.

Technology is an interesting thing. Most times we get into it hoping that it will provide an amazing opportunity for us to do some things we haven't done before. Let's take a look that some of the things I've discovered over the years that have truly made a tremendous difference for my practice and myself.

If you have a team member who is a chronic poor performer in your dental practice, it’s time to address the issue, says Dr. Roger Levin. Here's how.

It’s no secret that many patients can be afraid of the dentist. While it’s unfortunate, I’ve found the best way to combat this issue is to educate effectively and communicate well. Communication is imperative not only to making a patient feel comfortable, but it is the foundation on which our relationships with our patients are built.

Two studies examined EMG findings from pre- and post-acupuncture treatment in patients with dental malocclusion to see if acupuncture can have an effect on patient pain.

Building a bond with patients is critical. One of the best ways I have found to build this patient bond and develop meaningful relationships is to make education a standard part of my patients’ dental visits.

So why are Facebook fans so important? Well, there are several reasons. The first, and perhaps one of the most important, is that once you grow a large community of loyal fans, you increase your chances that your Facebook page will be seen. It's all about numbers.

So why are Facebook fans so important? Well, there are several reasons. The first, and perhaps one of the most important, is that once you grow a large community of loyal fans, you increase your chances that your Facebook page will be seen. It's all about numbers.

A new bill introduced in Congress would help healthcare providers continue to receive Medicaid payments while fraud allegations are investigated.

Whether a casual fan of visiting museums or a collector yourself, there are pieces of art that are recognizable around the world. Irises, The Scream, Water Lillies, the list goes on. But are they among the most expensive paintings to be sold?

The CDC releases an important update to the “Infection Prevention Bible” from 2003

3M earned the Most Innovative Company honor this year with 95 innovations launched, once again placing the company in the top spot of the Index with 25 percent more innovations than any other dental company.

A group of dentists in Alberta says the province's regulator has put forth such "overbroad" advertising restrictions that dentists cannot sufficiently promote their practices and services.

Dentists spend much of their professional lives minimizing risk a feared word in many aspects of life. But as any thrill-seeker will tell you, personal risk isn't all bad.

A dentist is worried that he doesn't have the time to chat and listen to every patient. A practice management coach offers some advice on how to deal with the situation.

Dental Lab Products talked to Grant Maier of Core3dcentres about how Core3dcentres can partner with labs to take advantage of new workflow and product solutions.

James Onderak, Business Unit Director at Orascoptic gives you the insider’s look at the latest innovation in cordless headlights, the Spark™.

Financial decisions affect everyone in the family and so it's important everyone is on the same page. Here are five types of meetings you should ad to your family calendar.

Oral health hasn't historically played a major role in discussions of so-called "Patient-Centered Medical Homes." That could soon change.

Oral health hasn't been a major part of the move toward so-called Patient-Centered Medical Homes. That could soon change.

Dentsply Sirona, Inc., The Dental Solutions Company™, has debuted the INTEGO Transcendental Treatment Center. Reportedly designed for easy expansion and integration of all current and future technologies, INTEGO sets the stage for the ultimate operatory experience for both clinician and patients at competitive pricing.

Like all lecturers, Dr. Louis Kaufman gets dozens of questions from other dentists who attend his lectures. Dental Products Report decided to explore some of the most common questions he gets about CBCT.

Dental Lab Products gives an in-depth look at the new Ceramill Zolid FX Multilayer Zirconia from Amann Girrbach.

Analyzing numbers on a daily, monthly, quarterly and annual basis is now an essential part of running a successful dental practice.

Our weekly look at the can't-miss stories for dentists from around the web.