Monthly Archives: May 2017

Patients often accept treatment plans because they want relief from pain, but the DEXcam 4 HD digital camera allows one doctor to gain treatment acceptance from patients by engaging them with their diagnosis on the color monitor – before pain sets in. Read how his patients are engaged with his digital photos and how it has improved treatment acceptance. Read More...

One of the most common questions we get from dentists is “How do I get my patient’s records to a referral provider and comply with HIPAA?” There’s no simple, one-size-fits-all answer. Providing patient records to other healthcare providers is a common function and should be reviewed for compliance with HIPAA Privacy and Security requirements to avoid unauthorized disclosure.
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Dentists have a unique window into the body’s total health through oral exams, if they know what to look for. Focusing on complete health sets a practice apart from others, but it can also be life changing for your patients by identifying and managing health issues early on. Learn the benefits of providing total health exams to your patients. Read More...

A successful practice has to juggle numerous priorities and keep processes as efficient as possible. Utilizing technologies, particularly in the sterilization process, can positively affect many different areas of the practice. Read why the use of cassettes and rigorous protocols for infection control keep patients safe, but also lead to a better working practice. Read More...

Even though there is a lot of buzz about identity theft, most practice theft occurs because of embezzlement by employees with access to financial information. Read about six basic steps every practice should take to ensure credit card information is protected and secured.
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Manual back-ups to your computer system, although better than no backups at all, can lead to data loss if a wrong button is pressed or a procedure is not followed to the letter. Employing a technology company to create a system that automates much of the process is a smart investment. Read tips on what a practice should look for when choosing a technology partner and why. Read More...

Dr. Kay Younggren of Smile Xpressions, a successful general dentistry office in rural Artesia, New Mexico, crunched the numbers and determined that building a new, larger, and more modern office would deliver a positive return on investment through patient growth. By updating some equipment and technology, the doctor and practice prospered. Read More...

For Dr. Susan Rifkin, renovating her Atlanta, Georgia dental office was a necessity as she prepares to welcome a new generation of associate dentists into her practice. That, along with the fact that her equipment was finally reaching the end of its natural life after more than 25 years, led her to update the office design and its technology, ensuring it will be successful for the next 25 years. Read More...

Dr. Jerry Hu is one of the most technologically-advanced dentists in Alaska, and now his new Anchorage office matches his high level of expertise. With the help of his Henry Schein team, the doctor built a 2,000 square-foot practice, complete with digital imaging and sleep dentistry. Modern, high-tech, and designed for maximum patient comfort, this satellite, weekend-hours-only practice, Jerry C. Hu, DDS Family Dentistry, LLC, is already booked out four months! Read More...