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“Silent Sleep Apnea” Prevalent in Patients With Jaw Deformity

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a major cause of sleep disturbances and potentially life-threatening...

Seven Keys to Preventing More Patients from Dying from Dental Sedation

The number of patients—and, particularly, children—who have been injured or killed by dental sedation...

Protect Your Patients and Practice from Prions, Viruses, and Systemic Disease

Viruses are an extremely important component of periodontal disease, both in its initiation and...

Tap Uninsured Patients and Dental Membership Plans for Growth and Profitability

Most dentists think the biggest hurdle to growth and profitability is increasing the number...

How to Improve Caries Control in Patients With Dry Mouth

Dry mouth is a problem for both the patient and the dentist. There is...

Partnership to Improve Oral Healthcare for Patients With Disabilities

Henry Schein and the Viscardi Center are teaming up to create Project Accessible Oral...

Pre-Appoint Your Patients to Improve Your Retention Rate

When working to ensure that your practice’s schedule is at capacity, it’s natural to...

Dementia Patients Receive Less Oral Healthcare

Subsequent to a diagnosis of dementia, patients have less contact with dental care services,...

The Dentist’s Role in Treating Patients with Eating Disorders

The popular media often portrays people with eating disorders as vain young women obsessed...

PTSD May Be Causing Your Patients’ Dental Pain

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) hurts more than the mind. It also takes a toll...