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Dental Creations has unveiled the Z-Shine Diamond Polish Kit, intended for use with any type of restoration, including zirconia and e.max.

The use of lasers in dentistry today has evolved from its beginnings in 1960.

With November upon us, it is once again time for what has become our annual review of the additions, changes and deletions in CDT benefit coding. Changes in CDT 2016 came under the two general categories: Stand-alone changes and interrelated changes.

With November upon us, it is once again time for what has become our annual review of the additions, changes and deletions in CDT benefit coding. Changes in CDT 2016 came under the two general categories: Stand-alone changes and interrelated changes.

As the temperatures being to drop around the Rocky Mountains, I decided to pay a visit to another Colorado hygienist recently and talk to her about her own clinic and starting her own business as well.

As technology continues to advance, more and more tools are being introduced that make our lives easier both personally and professionally.

BIOLASE, Inc., a global leader in dental lasers, announced an upgrade of WaterLase iPlus® 2.0 dental laser to provide dental practitioners a clinical protocol and application to assist in the effective management of peri-implantitis.

In the last 14 years, the LOCATOR® Attachment System reportedly has grown to be the market leader for implant-retained, tissue-supported overdenture attachments.

Despite best infection control practices, surfaces in medical facilities such as dental practices and hospitals are inevitable breeding grounds for bacteria. Now, Sherwin-Williams has introduced a new paint that can kill infectious pathogens on painted surfaces.

While we don’t expect you to declare your thanks for a dental product at Thanksgiving dinner, we do know there are products out there you can’t live without, and those deserve some recognition.

Nobody likes to pay taxes, but if April 15 reminds us of anything, it's that our finances and our government are inextricably intertwined.

If you haven’t created a compelling New Patient Experience, you’re making a mistake that could prevent you from building lasting relationships with patients you’ve worked so hard to attract to the practice.

What’s a dentist to do when his drug-trafficker son goes to prison? Why, take over the family business, of course! One California dentist who thought this was a good idea is now being held on $75K bail after being busted for his participation in a cross-country drug smuggling operation.

As more and more practices bring at least some part of digital dentistry into their workflows, it has become critical for those investing in technology to know how to get the most out of it.

Dental Lab Products looks at the features and advantages offered by the metalight handheld curing light from primotec USA.

The Cavitron Touch™ ultrasonic scaling system combines touchscreen technology and the new fully rotating, detachable Steri-Mate® 360° handpiece

Regardless of your practice philosophy regarding insurance management, you are bound to have heard this kind of statement from patients many times in the past.

When dentists ask me what it takes to be a good practice leader, I give them a simple answer: Vision. Only when you have a clear, specific idea of where you want to take your practice can you effectively plan your growth, make the best decisions and inspire staff.

There are things that happen in a dental practice that would make The Walking Dead seem like a walk in the park. There are stories that could be told that would make Frankenstein think fire wasn’t so bad. We asked dental team members to tell us the stories that still make them shake their head and cringe … and plenty of them answered

Losing a tooth is a right of passage of sorts, and some parents are ensuring that it is a memorable one for their loose-toothed children. We gathered up the nine most creative, bizarre and downright insane ways that folks have pulled loose baby teeth, and boy, are they impressive.

In the days of G.V. Black dentistry, the watch-and-wait approach actually had a tremendous amount of merit. Clinicians, at times, were able to diagnose caries at an early stage; however, preparation form for amalgam restorations did not lend itself to conservative dentistry.

Every day is the perfect day to screen for oral cancer, but, as we move into November, now is an excellent time to make preparations for Oral and Head and Neck Cancer (OHNC) Awareness month coming up in just 6 months.

When most of us think of travel, we think family vacation, a honeymoon, or a business trip. But more and more Americans are traveling along -- for leisure.

A study of more than 13,000 credit card complaints submitted to the federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) found credit cards are often willing to waive late fees.

Dental Lab Products magazine talks to Ricky Grillo, MDT and co-owner of Hybridge implants, about Pekkton high-performance polymer from anaxdent North America and Cendres + Metaux.

Don’t get me wrong, consultants are great. I hired several over my long career. I like them so much, I became one. But, before you make the call and sign the contract, there a few things you can do to jumpstart the process, or even delay your need for help for a while. Don’t get me wrong, consultants are great. I hired several over my long career. I like them so much, I became one.

Being an instructor in this age of technology is exhilarating ... most of the time. My favorite part about this position is seeing and hearing the excitement during the training when, all of a sudden, something clicks and the dentist or staff member becomes confident.

One DPR Editorial Advisory Board member shares some highlights from the recent CEREC 30, including the launch of new Sirona treatment centers

The team at Mint Hill Dentistry is committed to providing patients with the most beautiful restorations and the best care possible. That’s why they’ve used VOCO products in their practice for more than 12 years.

Don’t get me wrong, consultants are great. I hired several over my long career. I like them so much, I became one. But, before you make the call and sign the contract, there a few things you can do to jumpstart the process, or even delay your need for help for a while.