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Have you switched to Lead-Free Aprons yet?
WE PROTECT YOU AND OUR PLANET. Protecting your patients from unnecessary X-Ray exposure is something both Dental City and Flow Dental take very seriously. Flow Dental has been a leader in X-Ray protection for over 75 years and recently introduced lead free protective...
Your Daily Smile: A Dentist Who Makes House Calls
When most people think of dental appointments neat and tidy reception areas and sterile offices probably come to mind. Most wouldn’t think of the cozy and familiar comfort of their own home. But one New York City dentist is breaking the mold of traditional dentistry...
3 Easy Tips for Helping Young Patients with Dental Anxiety
We’ve revamped a previously published article to give you some additional information on how to help pediatric patients with dental anxiety—and perhaps even get them to view their dental appointments as a positive experience. Nod your head if you just loved going to...
Top 5 Factors that Influence Canceled or No Show Appointments
A study published earlier this year set out to find major influencing factors that led to patients cancelling appointments or simply not showing up, leaving dental practices scrambling to fill the openings or take a loss on the missed working time. The findings of...
Why your office (really) needs an office manager
Let’s be real. 99% (give or take a bit—I’m using a bit of dramatic flair) of people working in a dental office went to school for one thing: dentistry. But not only is a dental office a dental office, it’s also a legit business with processes, regulations, and...
How to Keep Your Dental Practice EPA Compliant
As most of you are likely aware, the EPA ruling requiring amalgam separators be installed in all dental office has been put into effect after a six-month postponement. As you’re readying your office to comply with this regulation it's a great time to ensure your...
2017 Dental Trends So Far: Treating Uninsured Patients
This trend isn’t exactly new but the number of uninsured or under insured patients seeking dental treatment continues to grow, particularly in the older demographic. According to the American Dental Association, 11% of children 2-18 don’t have benefits, 35% of adults...
How to Turn the Back to School Rush into a Competitive Advantage for Your Practice
August is nearly upon us and that means parents will be trying to squeeze in all the last minute summer activities they can before school starts back up again. While some of these activities are inherently kid-friendly, like trips to the pool and stops at the local...
Are you violating HIPAA regulations without knowing it?
When it comes to protecting patient information I think we can all agree that it’s best to err on the side of caution. After all, patients are the heart of dental practices and giving them the best—and most confidential—care possible is essential to long term success...
How to Unlock the Full Potential of Millennial Team Members
Currently the largest generational population, millenials are poised to be a significant part of the future of your dental practice. That means hiring, retaining and motivating them is essential to having continued success because recognizing their talents and...
Are Lasers the Answer? Study Looks at Potential New Treatment for Dentin Hypersensitivity
According to a recent study reported on by Dr.Bicuspid.com, laser therapy has the potential to effectively reduce hypersensitivity in patients with periodontal disease or you’ve recently had periodontal treatment. And while the research on this is still in the very...
Considering a Cloud Based Software Program? Ask These Questions First
The Cloud. What was once no more than a mass of water vapor floating in the sky is now something that plays a vital role in our technological landscape. But does it have any business being in your dental practice? You can choose from a variety of cloud-based dental...