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Embezzlement definition
Learn how to protect yourself and your practice from embezzlement through Dr. Stacey Gividen's experience with a staff member stealing over $200,000—costing her time, patients...
Dec. 31, 2025
Silent Threat: Are you being embezzled from?
In one of our most jaw-dropping episodes yet, Dr. Stacey Gividen joins us to share her real, raw, and riveting story of discovering embezzlement inside her own dental practice...
Dec. 10, 2025
Healthy(ish) for the long haul: A chat with Gina Livy
In this refreshingly real and fun episode of Dentistry Unmasked, Gina Livy joins us to break down what sustainable wellness actually looks like.
Dec. 8, 2025
Business 101 with Dr. Mark Hyman!
If you're interested in learning about what makes the top earners in dentistry so successful, look no further! Dr. Mark Hyman is here to talk business.
Nov. 21, 2025

Videos

PerioProtect
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Discover the new ReminGel by PerioProtect—perfect for remineralizing early caries and removing white spots.
Jan. 5, 2026
New Year's resolution list
Join us in Medical History Mysteries as we talk about how to help our patients create more healthy habits … those little things they can do that will help them increase their ...
Jan. 1, 2026
oral cancer screening
Dr. Pam chats with Jo-Anne Jones about yet another important way dental hygienists can help their patients: by recognizing the early signs of oral cancer.
Dec. 16, 2025
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Join us in this episode of Medical History Mysteries as we talk about how to have healthy conversations with family and friends during the holidays … and it may even save some...
Dec. 15, 2025

Dentistry

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This article breaks down the herbal products and vitamin combinations dental professionals need to catch to prevent complications that may threaten patient health.
Jan. 22, 2026
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When amiodarone appears on a patient’s medication list, it’s a red flag dentists and hygienists can’t ignore. Learn the critical drug interactions, anesthesia precautions, and...
Jan. 22, 2026
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CBCT in dentistry
The AAE and AAOMR have released their first major update to CBCT use guidelines in a decade, reflecting how AI, digital navigation, and modern imaging protocols are reshaping ...
Jan. 15, 2026
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The American Dental Association has updated their dental x-ray guidelines for the first time since 2012. Here's what they recommend.
Jan. 7, 2026

Dental Hygiene

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Shoulder pain in dentistry isn’t always just ergonomic. Hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause can weaken shoulder tissues, raising the risk of stiffness, pain, and...
Jan. 2, 2026
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Silent signs of pain could be costing your dental practice more than you realize. Recognizing nonverbal cues of physical burnout—and fostering a culture of ergonomic awareness...
Nov. 20, 2025
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Learn how each day of US Antibiotic Awareness Week, November 18-24, highlights key actions dental teams can take to strengthen stewardship, protect patients, and help slow antimicrobial...
Nov. 18, 2025
News about the Oral Health Awareness Project
Learn more about the Oral Health Awareness Project and its upcoming plans.
Nov. 3, 2025

Practice Management

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2025 state of dentistry report
The 2025 State of America’s Oral Health Report highlights rising preventive care, waning daily habits, and persistent confusion about oral–systemic risks.
Dec. 11, 2025
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Learn how to transform patient feedback into a powerful marketing tool by implementing a consistent, automated review generation system. Understand the importance of authentic...
Nov. 21, 2025
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Implementing an online scheduler transforms patient experience by enabling instant appointment booking, reducing no-shows, and freeing staff from phone tag, giving your practice...
Oct. 24, 2025
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Henry Schein One and Vyne Dental both recently filed lawsuits over Dentrix.
Henry Schein One releases new statement following its lawsuit against Vyne Dental. The company says it has tried to reach a secure resolution with Vyne.
Oct. 13, 2025

Learning Resources

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Are you in the market to hire a new associate? Download this guide full of exclusive tips from DE experts.
Dec. 26, 2024
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dental-ergonomics
Don't let your dental career become a pain in the neck! Download this exclusive ebook for the latest tips on ergonomics for dental pros.
Dec. 19, 2024
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Did you just land your first associateship? Congrats! Download this ebook full of exclusive advice from some of our top contributors.
Dec. 19, 2024
Dentists
Explore the importance of accessible dental care and patient support in this enlightening Chairside Connection in partnership with RDH. Discover strategies to overcome challenges...
Sept. 8, 2023