A recent study explored the potential link between tooth loss, periodontitis, and the risk of Alzheimer disease (AD) and related dementia. While the primary causes of dementia are largely unknown, dental health has emerged as a possible…

On August 24, North Carolina’s only private dental school achieved a significant milestone, receiving initial accreditation from the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). High Point University (HPU) will officially open the Workman…

Beginning on August 8, America watched in horror as the island of Maui was engulfed in flames. In an effort to support the area’s oral health professionals, the Hawaii Dental Association Foundation, in collaboration with the Hawaii Dental…

Impaired mastication not only affects a patient’s ability to chew properly but also leads to malnutrition.

How to foster a sense of belonging and engagement in your dental office.

Here are some strategies to find work-life balance after patient care in a dental practice:

In this article, we delve into the responsibilities that staff members hold in maintaining a cheerful and productive work atmosphere within a dental practice.

Information is integral to maximizing your practice’s profits and efficiency.

Both customers and workers were surprised when a dental assistant began yelling at the drive-through clerk at a McDonald’s in Fresno, California. The dental assistant was displeased with her order, and, according to customers, was…

Ready ... set ... ­celebrate! September is Office Manager Appreciation Month (OMAM) and you are invited to join CareCredit, in partnership with the American Association of Dental Office Management (AADOM) and other dental leaders, in…