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Videos

What’s up with “gas station medications”—those unregulated psychoactive substances readily available in convenience stores, smoke shops, and gas stations? Learn more about tianeptine...
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Dermal fillers can develop dormant biofilms that can be activated by dental procedures. They end up looking and feeling like an odontogenic infection. There’s even localized bone...
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Conferences are not dying but transforming, emphasizing intentional attendance, meaningful networking, and relevance over sheer size. Attendees seek authentic connections and ...
Aug. 4, 2026
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The ADA is pushing back against a proposed Delta Dental fee that would charge dentists for receiving paper reimbursement checks, warning it could increase costs for practices ...
July 26, 2026
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AI is transforming health care, but incomplete dental data could leave clinicians making decisions without the full picture. Here’s why medical-dental integration is essential...
July 19, 2026
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Clinical

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What feels normal in dental practice may be shaped by systems we rarely stop to examine. Explore how appointment structures, productivity expectations, and professional routines...
Aug. 18, 2026
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Medical clearance isn't a routine checkbox. New data published in the Journal of the American Dental Association outlines when physician consultation is truly warranted and when...
Aug. 7, 2026

Business Management/Leadership

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Industry leaders highlight that the future of dentistry depends on creating connected, seamless workflows. Despite numerous innovations, practices struggle with disjointed systems...
Aug. 10, 2026
Is dentistry really 35% consolidated? This article examines the latest ADA data, separates fact from headline-driven speculation, and explains what current consolidation trends...
Aug. 8, 2026
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As patients and clinicians increasingly rely on AI, social media, and online forums for dental information, this article discusses the implications for scientific authority, the...
July 16, 2026

Revenue Cycle Management (RCM)

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If you're struggling to get a hold of the ins and outs of RCM, JoAnne Tanner, MBA, offers a comprehensive breakdown and tips for you to implement into your practice.
Aug. 17, 2026
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A preventive approach to dental billing can reduce claim denials, improve patient communication, and strengthen practice revenue. Simple front-office strategies help create a ...
Aug. 9, 2026
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A routine bike ride turned into a career threatening injury—revealing why dental professionals must understand disability coverage and the difference between any occupation and...
Aug. 6, 2026
Texas Medicaid fraud lawsuits involving pediatric dental practices underscore the importance of compliant marketing, thorough documentation, and medical necessity. Andrew Johnston...
July 27, 2026

Learning Resources

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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.
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Dec. 19, 2024
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