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An article published at www.hygienist.com, the online version of Modern Hygienist magazine, reviews how hygienists can play a valuable role in dental practice marketing. Our own Linda Miles is quoted in the article as stating, “The hygiene department is the foundation of every general practice and should be one-third of the practice’s gross annual production, […]

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Across the gobe, heat is rising for mercury. Not a national dental board, but the Swedish government has decided mercury will not be used in the country. This, of course, means no more dental amalgam in Sweden. With the recent (2008) lawsuit that prompted the FDA to swap sides regarding amalgam safety, is American next […]

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If you have ever had a patient complain of feeling lightheaded, you’re not alone. According to a study (AGD May/June 2008), this complaint is the most common emergency occurrence at the dentist’s office. About 3.5% of people suffer from vasovagal syncope. It can lead to loss of consciousness.

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If you subscribe to the online or print versions of Dentaltown or Hygienetown, you’re familiar with the Townie Awards issue that premiered in December 2008. Hygienetown awarded ViziLite (by Zila Pharmaceuticals, AZ) in the Dental Hygiene/Oral Cancer Screening category. In addition, Zila’s ProSelect® Platinum Ultrasonic Scaler and Heated Irrigator was honored in the Periodontics/Power Scalers/Ultrasonic […]

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You’ve found the perfect software for the office, and you’re pumped. This could revolutionize your practice! Before you get too far into your daydream of perfect communication, a full schedule, and a happy, thankful staff who adores you, consider six essential elements that will be imperative to the success of your software.

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Staff Viewpoint by Linda Miles – Doctor’s Viewpoint by Dr. Rhonda Savage… STAFF VIEWPOINT (LINDA MILES) During these difficult economic times, the dental team doesn’t understand WHY raises and improved benefits don’t automatically happen. This is especially true if they are having a more difficult time with their personal finances. There needs to be open and […]

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Inspektor TC might be the coolest thing Liverpool has produced since the Beatles. Scientists at the University of Liverpool created the gadget, a light that detects plaque before it’s visible to the naked eye. Use the product in private, though, because you may look like a 1950s sci-fi enthusiast during the process. To see the […]

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The freshly redesigned Dental Products Report, January 2009, covers the interesting topic of purchasing dental technology and products in a weak economy (on page 31 in “Clinical 360”). Not surprisingly, DPR eNews for today reviews the same topic. According to a DPR survey, half of responding dentists plan to postpone big purchases in light of […]

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This question has arisen from across the globe this week. The Australian Ministry of Health is now advising people to consult their dentists over concerns with alcohol-containing mouth rinse. An article by Michael McCollough, Associate Professor in Oral Medicine at Melbourne University and chair with the ADA, was recently published in the Australian Dental Journal. […]

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Dr. Larry Emmott, dental technology guru, lecturer, consultant, and DentalBlogs contributor, covered the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas this past weekend. In addition to gathering some great information on the latest in technology and how that will translate into the dental field, Dr. Emmott had three main observations to share. First, wireless is […]

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