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Patients’ Ability to Pay Remains Dentists’ Chief Concern

The most widespread concern among dentists is whether or not patients will be able...

ADA Policy Discourages Usage of DTC Laboratory Services

A new ADA policy “strongly discourages the practice of direct to the consumer (DTC)...

Improving the GP-Endodontist Relationship: The Use of CBCT to Enhance Communication

Communication is one of the cornerstones of major companies such as Amazon, Walmart, and...

Managing an Atrophic Mandible With Short Implants

For patients who suffer from severe mandibular atrophy (a “D” ridge), the options for...

Smile Design: A Modern Approach

INTRODUCTION Dentists today face exciting times with the advancement of smile design treatment planning...

Severe Tooth Decay May Indicate Dental Neglect

Severe tooth decay in children that requires surgery by oral and maxillofacial surgeons (OMFS)...

HRSA Announces $293 Million for Clinicians and Students

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has announced $293 million in awards to...

ADA Urges Dentists to Support HPV Vaccine Use

With the number of cases of cancers associated with the human papillomavirus (HPV) on...

Dental Loss Ratios and Questionable Bedfellows in the Insurance Industry

Insurance industry dental loss ratios (DLRs) represent expenditures for patient services as a percentage...

The 90-Day Window: Trigeminal Nerve Injuries and the Importance of Prompt Referral

Trigeminal nerve injuries may occur as a result of many facial, oral-surgical, and dental...