The rise in popularity of dental implants has been nothing short of meteoric, and this trajectory is estimated to continue. The National Health & Nutrition Examination Survey examined implant distribution among adults with missing teeth receiving implants between the years of 1999-2000 and 2015-2016. The...
By now you’ve likely heard about cone beam computed tomography, more commonly referred to as CBCT. As the technology becomes increasingly more affordable and CBCT scanners continue to replace conventional imaging systems in offices nationwide, you may have considered purchasing one yourself. However, as with...
As a dentist or dental specialist, the crux of your job is to provide your patients with the highest possible quality of treatment. As you well know, this is a goal often hindered by no fault of your own or the quality of work, but...
The world is adjusting to new regulations, safety protocols and economic landscapes, and while these changes demand their fair share of attention, periodontia specialists must also keep an eye on happenings within the industry. Doing so eases the adjustments required by evolving external circumstances while...
As a specialist in the dental field, you’ve likely heard about the emergence of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) technology and its increasing popularity, especially in general and cosmetic practices. But did you know that the technology has far-reaching applications for oral maxillofacial surgeons as...
The complex nature of private insurance has led to many challenges for the dental industry, resulting in both increased legwork and reduced bottom lines for practices across the board. Dave Monahan, CEO of cloud-based dental membership platform Kleer, writes “Chasing down reimbursements; understanding the intricacies...
It is not uncommon for accountants to wait until January of the new year to focus on taxes, but this decision often presents pitfalls for the practice owners employing them. By leaving inadequate time to properly examine tax reduction strategies, dental professionals often wind up...
While this has been quite the tumultuous year, both for the dental industry and the world at large, it’s important to save mental bandwidth for remaining up to date with your industry and staying ahead of the competition. Returning your practice to its pre-COVID production...
The use of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) is becoming an increasingly ubiquitous office staple for dental professionals the world over. This can be credited in a large part to its widespread applications, not only in general dentistry and orthodontics but in specialty fields such...
As a dentist or oral health specialist, the number one priority for creating and maintaining financial success is attracting new patients and converting them into patients for life. While the foundation of this effort is built on high-quality work and a robust referral program, practices...