1+ hour, 49+ min ago  (222+ words) Relying on AI for dental sedation regulations can risk your license. Learn why state-specific guidance and expert counsel are essential with DOCS legal counsel, David Palmer, Esq. By David Palmer, Esq. In an era where artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT…...

2+ hour, 10+ min ago  (373+ words) Discover how AI search, trust signals, and smarter strategy can help your practice attract and convert new patients. Print & Go GuidanceBy Genni Burkhart Dental marketing has changed in ways that are hard to ignore, and most practices are feeling that…...

2+ hour, 26+ min ago  (621+ words) Managing dental anxiety can improve patient experiences and practice performance. Could VR in your dental office make a difference? By Paige Anderson, CRDH As sedation dentists know, dental fear is a significant barrier to care for many patients. As technology…...

2+ hour, 39+ min ago  (344+ words) Position your practice as the local dental expert through outreach, media, and meaningful patient engagement. Sponsored ContentBy RAMP Results Even if your competition is on the light side, don't take your patients for granted " let them know why you're the…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago  (508+ words) The American Dental Association (ADA) has released new X-ray recommendations for the first time in over ten years. Here's what you need to know. On January 5th, the ADA recommended using 2D (planar) and 3D (cone beam computed tomography) imaging only when needed,…...

2+ week, 33+ min ago  (720+ words) Patients choose dentists based on trust, predictability, and peer experience. Learn how reviews and patient stories shape decisions and visibility. By Noelle Copeland, RDH The way patients choose a dental provider has shifted from credential-based evaluation to experience-based assessment. While…...

4+ week, 4+ hour ago  (558+ words) Few topics inspire more excitement than CDT codes, yet the 2026 updates affect nearly every dental practice. For practices focused on patient comfort, clear clinical communication, and accurate documentation, the 2026 CDT updates offer more precise language and more consistent documentation. The…...

4+ week, 5+ hour ago  (378+ words) Federal funding and national oral health organizations faced cuts and closures in 2025. Here's how that impacts research, prevention efforts, and guideline coordination. In December 2025, the Congressional Research Service announced the proposed 2026 federal budget would cut funding for the National Institutes…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (307+ words) Dr. Ted Holubec, DDS, has found that buffering local anesthetics provides patients with a faster onset and greater comfort, improving their overall experience. SPONSORED CONTENTBy Dr. Ted Holubec, DDS A graduate of the University of Texas Health Science Center at…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (590+ words) Why does patient engagement feel different lately? A closer look at access, communication, and trust explains why. If there's one thing to take away from 2025, it's that dental patients didn't become more demanding; they became more discerning. The difference matters....