Patient acquisition and retention, Covid-19 impact, and staffing challenges at dental practices are among topics of a survey fielded by Benco Dental, Glidewell, Midmark Corporation and Young Innovations. The inaugural State of Dentistry Report, just released, analyzes compelling survey... CONTINUE READING
First mass vaccination sites to receive donations are Detroit Lions’ Ford Field, Pittsburgh Steelers’ Heinz Field. Gloves, sanitizer, pumps, masks, shields, and wipes are among donations supporting mass vaccination sites at multiple NFL stadiums. Today, the National Association of... CONTINUE READING
Need to find everyday maintenance tactics for a dental practice? Wondering what dentists can do about glove prices and supplies, or which CE credits are required as an RDH? Considering investments and want to avoid common mistakes in dental real estate? Looking for a side-by-side analysis of... CONTINUE READING
While the coronavirus pandemic rages on, choosing the proper mask can feel like an overwhelming decision. Face masks, often referred to as surgical masks or procedure masks, are one form of Personal Protective Equipment necessary for the fight against COVID-19. Food and Drug Administration-cleared... CONTINUE READING
You’ve spent your career creating a dental practice where the priority is the safety and protection of your patients. A pandemic prompted you to find new ways to convey that message in a visually reassuring way. Is it still possible to follow trends and incorporate fresh interior design... CONTINUE READING
With what seems a majority of Americans wearing one mask to avoid COVID-19 exposure, public health experts now call for two masks. Upon discovery of new, highly transmissible coronavirus variants, one cloth mask will no longer cut it, according to a recent story in The Washington Post by Fenit... CONTINUE READING
There's nothing wrong with outsourcing. But, the Chief Operating Officer of one of the largest privately held dental laboratories on earth doesn't see it as the * only * workable model for general dentists. "We at Glidewell don’t believe in outsourcing; it doesn’t work with our model.... CONTINUE READING
Zoom classes are hardly a panacea if the power gets cut. The Covid-19 pandemic, since the beginning of the year 2020, caused a major turbulence in the normal way of life. Its worldwide shutdown for the better part of the year affected businesses, and impacted the model of health services and... CONTINUE READING
Every day, 76,000 lobbyists present issues to the legislative branch of the U.S. government on behalf of public interest, business, equality and justice. How do dentists insure that their voices stand out among the chatter? Mike Graham answers that question in his discussion with Chuck Cohen... CONTINUE READING
Obtaining N95 masks, filtration systems, and gowns in a post-COVID world is difficult; easing the minds of anxious patients adds a layer of concern equally vital to the current must-do list.With COVID-19 cases spiking, patients are rightfully concerned about leaving the safety of their own home -... CONTINUE READING