Volume 21, Issue 12

Get comfortable with discussing fees

Dec. 1, 2001

The treatment plans could range from $1,000 to $50,000. We need to feel comfortable in discussing ways of making it affordable.

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Because you care enough to leave the very best

Dec. 1, 2001

Estate planning is too important to leave to fate and probate courts — especially when planning ahead provides financial security for your family and an orderly transfer ...

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Readers' Forum

Dec. 1, 2001

I know that everyone has personal obligations, but it's one Saturday a year! What about your professional obligations?

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Case Test Study

Dec. 1, 2001

A variety of topics were presented in the 2001 Case Study columns. Use the following 33 questions to review and test your knowledge concerning this year's 11 columns.

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Part 5: Soft tissue management: A firm commitment

Dec. 1, 2001

Clinical proficiency and the avoidance of complacency are absolute cornerstones in patient care, particularly in reference to soft tissue management and periodontal therapy.

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Cleaning The Slopes

Dec. 1, 2001

Two New Jersey hygienists find they share more than a profession — a love of alpine skiing!

Rinses/Pastes

New Products

Dec. 1, 2001

Click here to enlarge imageWelcome to the next generation in oral hygiene — the real solution to bad breathAmericans spend over $1 billion a year on mouthwashes, breath mints,...

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Reaching out to students revitalizes careers

Dec. 1, 2001

I am in my seventh year with the college, and I can still say that I am very much looking forward to next year's crop of dental hygiene students and showing them which end is ...

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Talking about some business — yours!

Dec. 1, 2001

One side effect of trade publications is that opposition is identified.

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My holiday wish list

Dec. 1, 2001

Here's wishing you love, peace, and good health — hearts filled with joy, and bodies practicing without pain in the comfort zone.

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What can we get the doctor for Christmas?

Dec. 1, 2001

It's difficult to buy a gift for someone who can have almost anything he wants.

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Dental phobia = patient abuse

Dec. 1, 2001

When it comes right down to it, what happens in your treatment room with a fearful child can make or break that child's dental future.

Water Safety

Infection control information is at your fingertips

Dec. 1, 2001

The Internet can be an invaluable resource for infection control research, education, tools, methods, and regulations.

Periodontitis

Wanted: Personal oral health trainers!

Dec. 1, 2001

I want to interview the 100 most successful personal oral health trainers to determine what it takes. Are you one?