By the end of a free dental day hosted December 12 in Fort Worth, Texas, Dr. H. Peter Ku, assisted by Dr. Laura Jo Klein and Dr. Darrell Pruitt, plus a full staff of dental hygienists and assistants, had performed over $10,000 worth of essential dental procedures and had logged well over 80... CONTINUE READING
When an accomplished woodworker creates his dental practice in homage to a 12th century medieval castle in Germany, it stands to reason that his holiday decorating efforts encompass nothing less than an 18-foot-tall candle carousel, or German pyramid. “I saw one inside as a year round Christmas... CONTINUE READING
Holiday season getting your spirit of charity in gear? TeamSmile needs volunteers to enhance the lives of 800 children at Yankee Dental Congress and signups start now. TeamSmile is asking for donations of just a few hours of your valuable talent and time during a two-day dental clinic... CONTINUE READING
Dentistry and social media in the mix to bring resolution to a nearly 40- year crime. According to fbi.gov, a reward of up to $100,000 is being offered for information leading directly to the arrest of William Bradford Bishop Jr., a highly intelligent former U.S. Department of State employee... CONTINUE READING
The free Disney Magic Timer™ by Oral-B app, which appeals to ages 2-7, is considered the “Best New App” for “Kids.” Featuring 16 of children’s favorite Disney and Marvel characters, use this app to effortlessly encourage your patients to brush longer. They can collect a new digital... CONTINUE READING
Spend an evening with an ‘Influential Woman’ and boost the spirits of women in need. Members of the dental industry are invited to attend a gathering that will offer a unique opportunity to gain skills in leadership and strategic planning, October 23 in Rochester, New... CONTINUE READING
Studies suggest a link between anger and teeth grinding that can result in bruxism. But anger that results in the injury of a dentist? That might be linked to a tooth infection. At least in the case of a Pennsylvania man who, according to an Associated Press report, says... CONTINUE READING
It might be a perfect way for budding young dentists to get a jump start on the trade. Offering leading edge cosmetic dentistry, The Original Pumpkin Teeth bring a mouth to life in two shades of the finest plastic: white or glow-in-the-dark. Simple sizing -- small,... CONTINUE READING
Professional singer and actor, sports commentator and ... pediatric dentist? Meet Dr. Howard Elson, whose musical comedy dental show features routines like "TMJ," "Dental Blues," and "The Perfect Receptionist." Perhaps you already have made his acquaintance, since the Pennsylvania-based... CONTINUE READING
By Lisa Philp, RDH, President of Transitions Group North America The first step to any ambitious dream is to start with the most simple step: writing goals. Start with a three-year forecast and work backward; two years, one year, monthly, weekly, daily. A whole bunch of well-managed days makes... CONTINUE READING