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Rubber Dam Clamps, Floss Ties, and Teflon Tape: Part 4

Rubber Dam Clamps, Floss Ties, and Teflon Tape: Part 4

In part four of Dr. Jason Smithson's series on rubber dams, clamp options, floss ties, and Teflon tape take center stage.

| 2 months ago
Working with Patients on Dental Insurance Coverage Disputes

Working with Patients on Dental Insurance Coverage Disputes

Providing guidance to patients in navigating dental insurance coverage disputes is essential to ensure they remain on track with their treatment plans.

| 3 months ago
Designing An Employee Referral Program for Dental Practices

Designing An Employee Referral Program for Dental Practices

This guide explores the creation of an employee referral program for dental practices using clear goals, strategic planning, and tech integration.

| 3 months ago
A Guide to Better Shade-Taking in Dentistry

A Guide to Better Shade-Taking in Dentistry

In this article, Dr. Ed Roman evaluates essential techniques for shade-taking in dentistry by enhancing communication with labs for superior aesthetic...

| 3 months ago
Conflict Management for Dental Practice Team Members

Conflict Management for Dental Practice Team Members

Conflict management in a dental practice is crucial for staff morale and productivity. Here's what you need to know about handling interpersonal conflicts...

| 4 months ago
Rubber Dam Benefits Part 2: Advocating for Cofferdam Integration

Rubber Dam Benefits Part 2: Advocating for Cofferdam Integration

In this follow-up to his last article on the cofferdam, Dr. Jason Smithson offers some tips for overcoming common objections and advocating for its use.

| 5 months ago
5 Illegal Dental Billing Practices to Avoid

5 Illegal Dental Billing Practices to Avoid

There are five illegal billing practices you may unintentionally commit when providing estimates, unbundling services, or navigating medical coding. Stay...

| 5 months ago
Managing Dentogingival Discrepancies: Orthodontic and Surgical Options

Managing Dentogingival Discrepancies: Orthodontic and Surgical Options

Dr. Mitrani offers insight on surgical and orthodontic treatment in dentogingival discrepancies in this article.

| 6 months ago
Building a Better Dental Patient Relationship #2: Communication Tips

Building a Better Dental Patient Relationship #2: Communication Tips

Dr. Mitrani provides tips to improve communication and the dentist-patient relationship in part 2 of this...

| 7 months ago
Silencing the Dreaded Phone Call from the Restoration Lab
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Silencing the Dreaded Phone Call from the Restoration Lab

Every dentist has faced 'the dreaded phone call' from the restoration lab about space discrepancies. Dr. Jeffrey Bonk gives practical tips to cut down...

| 7 months ago
How to Have Situational Awareness in Dentistry
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How to Have Situational Awareness in Dentistry

Knowing how to have situational awareness is key to ensuring strong treatment outcomes. Gain insights from Custer's Last Stand to apply to your planning.

| 8 months ago
Pre-extraction Therapy for Immediate Implant Placement

Pre-extraction Therapy for Immediate Implant Placement

Dr. Gonzalo Blasi recounts a case study of an immediate implant placement involving pre-extraction therapy in a patient with specific risk factors.

| 8 months ago