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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...
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Podcast

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
Clear aligner hacks: Pro secrets from an orthodontist with Dr. Farah Kar!
This week on Dentistry Unmasked, David and Pam sit down with Dr. Farah Kar as she spills the tea on proper ortho diagnosis, virtual case planning, and flawless execution for clear...
Nov. 5, 2025
RDH Rant: Uncensored and unfiltered with Anna, Heather, and Lizz!
Sick of holding your tongue? RDH Rant is here to get real about workplace problems many of us experience but may be too afraid to speak out against.
Oct. 29, 2025
Crash course in bad leadership
If you’ve ever wondered whether leadership is innate or learned…you won’t want to miss this episode of Dentistry Unmasked with Andrew Johnston, RDH.
Oct. 24, 2025

Videos

SSRIs and the bruxism puzzle: Identifying and managing the link
Join us in this episode of Medical History Mysteries as we discuss how SSRIs can be contributory to clenching and what to consider in your patient’s medical history.
Nov. 10, 2025
News about the Oral Health Awareness Project
Learn more about the Oral Health Awareness Project and its upcoming plans.
Nov. 3, 2025
Lip gloss + dental aerosols = a sticky germ situation
Do you like to put lip gloss on at the end of the workday? Join us in Medical History Mysteries as we talk about how lip gloss can become like flypaper in a dental operatory filled...
Oct. 27, 2025
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Philips Sonicare just keeps raising the bar. Hear from Dr. Pam and Karen Davis, BSDH, RDH, about the latest innovations in electric brushing.
Oct. 21, 2025

Dentistry

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The ADA is teaming up with ADEX and JCNDE to tighten clinical licensure standards amid rising concerns over unqualified individuals performing dental procedures. It is also announcing...
Nov. 21, 2025
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Antibiotic Awareness Week
Responsible antibiotic use is in the spotlight during US Antibiotic Awareness Week with a new ADS policy aimed at supporting safer, evidence-based prescribing in everyday dental...
Nov. 20, 2025
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Minimally invasive TMJ treatments are gaining momentum, and one maxillofacial surgeon says these emerging techniques could offer lasting relief without the risks of surgery.
Nov. 19, 2025
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High-quality evidence has reshaped postoperative pain management in dentistry.
As dentistry moves toward opioid-sparing care, studies highlight how ibuprofen combined with acetaminophen delivers superior relief and predictable outcomes after third molar ...
Nov. 18, 2025

Dental Hygiene

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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. 5, 2025
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Are dental assistants the new dental hygienists?
With Arizona’s new legislation and similar policies under consideration in other states, the debate over dental workforce roles is heating up. This article breaks down what the...
Aug. 22, 2025
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Streamline your hygiene workflow with Pac-Dent’s AntiSplatr system. Featuring the ProMate CL cordless handpiece, AntiSplatr prophy angle, and ProPaste One, this solution enhances...
Aug. 21, 2025
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New data shows that alpha-gal syndrome, an allergy caused by tick bites, may also trigger an adverse reaction in common dental products. But how?
July 28, 2025

Practice Management

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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
Tend
Tend’s new compensation model offers dentists up to 40% of adjusted production, plus equity, CE support, and full benefits to improve retention and well-being.
Oct. 9, 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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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