BDA launches UDA Checker to show average rates across England
2020-02-07
The BDA has launched a ‘UDA Checker’, so dentists can check the Unit of Dental Activity values in their area. It claims the checker gets
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Hypophosphatasia Group Aims for Greater Awareness
2020-02-07
Hypophosphatasia (HPP) is an ultra-rare metabolic bone disease caused by low levels of alkaline phosphatase in the body, resulting in poor mineralization—or a lack of
More Than Half of Dental Opioid Prescriptions Exceed CDC Guidelines
2020-02-07
About half of the opioid prescriptions written by dentists in the United States exceed the three-day supply recommended by federal dental pain-management guidelines, according to
AAE Names Interfaith Dental Clinic Its Charitable Partner
2020-02-07
The American Association of Endodontists (AAE) has named the Interfaith Dental Clinic its Charitable Partner as it prepares for its annual meeting, AAE20, scheduled for April
Wyoming dentist to pay $14K for illegally practicing law
2020-02-07
Investigators claimed that Clyde Stock, DDS, instructed and prepared a trust for an elderly couple. In the trust, Dr. Stock was listed as a trustee.
Dental product reviews – Premier Air hygiene and diagnostic instruments
2020-02-07
Premier Air hygiene and diagnostic instruments from Premier Dental Products Company claim to offer better ergonomics, with less fatigue for users. These innovative instruments combine comfortable, balanced,
Four Myths About Fluoride Varnish
2020-02-07
By Amber Auger RDH, MPH,As a practicing hygienist, I come across a lot of misconceptions about treatment options, especially fluoride varnish.,Here are the top four
5 states with most, fewest number of dentists per capita
2020-02-07
WalletHub released its report on dental health throughout the country. For the report, WalletHub analyzed 26 indicators of dental wellness, including treatment costs, adults with
7 DSOs expanding in 2020
2020-02-07
1. Aspen Dental inks deal for larger Chicago office, expands workforce East Syracuse, N.Y.-based Aspen Dental leased 200,000 square feet of a Chicago building, with
2020 practical examination dates
2020-02-07
*Update 24 June: In response to the evolving nature surrounding COVID-19, the ADC has made the difficult decision to postpone practical examination sessions to 30
The sweetest poison – the relationship between sugar and health
2020-02-07
In part one of this series, Chris Harper looks into the relationship of sugar and health and the impact of sugar on oral and
Vocal Anesthesia! – Importance of Communication for a Dentist
2020-02-07
Main Content Introduction Clear and concise communication is the key to deliver news. As dentists or healthcare professionals, it is important that we maintain a