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Adults over 65 face a myriad of dental health problems and affordable dental care can be a challenge. According to the CDC, around 1 in 5 adults aged 65 or older have lost all of their teeth and wear dentures. Unfortunately, having missing teeth or wearing dentures can affect nutrition. People with dentures may not be able to chew things such as fruits or vegetables, which can either be tough or full of seeds that may inevitably cause denture damage or discomfort. There are several reasons that seniors may have […]

Due to current CDC Covid-19 guidelines, experts recommend the use of personal protective equipment when seeing patients. This is particularly important during procedures likely to generate splashing of body fluids. This includes eye protection (goggles, protective eyewear, or a full-face shield), gowns or protective clothing, gloves, surgical masks, and an N95 respirator during aerosol-generating procedures. All of this necessary equipment will increase the cost of each patient visit, which is why it is so important to properly bill for additional PPE so providers won’t have to cover the expenses unnecessarily. […]

Electronic prescriptions and prescription drug monitoring programs are becoming more relevant than ever before. Not only are federal and state regulations implementing  e-prescribing mandates, but also big pharmacies such as Walmart. The company recently announced that it will require e-prescriptions for controlled substances as of January 1st, 2020 in an effort to help "curb opioid abuse and misuse." The rise of drug-related deaths poses a big challenge to communities, governments and healthcare providers. According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data, around 71,000 people died from a drug overdose […]

Dental practice management software is not a luxury. It is a necessity for modern dental practice. Learn why dentists need dental programs. Dental Practice Management Software Improves Productivity and Profitability An efficient dental team knows how to improve productivity and profitability at the workplace. After all, it’s a win-win situation, where you offer good services to your patient in exchange for some good money. But what sets you apart from the average dentist? How do you ensure that you are operating smoothly and consistently in your office? You see, several […]