Effective communication and a basic understanding of the Americans with Disabilities Act are important tools to reduce risk and improve care for patients with special needs. One call to TDIC’s Risk Management Advice Line illustrates how AwDA violations might occur.

Overall, organized dentistry and the NJDPAC had an extremely successful night. NJDA supported candidates won overwhelmingly with just three candidates losing out of more than 100 different individuals to which NJDPAC contributed.

The State Board of Dentistry is granting licensees holding a PCS (moderate) sedation permit that expired on October 31, an extension until December 31, 2023, provided...

When offering refunds to dental patients, it is essential to have clear policies and procedures in place. Refund policies should be communicated clearly to patients, so they understand under what circumstances refunds will be offered and what documentation may be required. Dental practices should weigh the potential benefits against the risks and ensure that they have policies and procedures in place to handle refunds in an impartial and transparent manner.

Compliancy Group recently announced that their software has just received a significant upgrade.

Obtaining proper, legal consent for nonverbal adults is of paramount importance in the dental practice. By becoming familiar with local laws, employing effective communication strategies, involving caregivers and advocate, and maintaining meticulous documentation, dentists can navigate this complex landscape and provide ethical and patient-centered care for a vulnerable population.

To help clear up any confusion, we laid the two sets of requirements next to each other.

Learn about the regulations around advocating for maternal or parental leave.

How to negotiate for parental leave.

Learn about rules that support workplace accommodations and protect against discrimination.

Review the federal and state standards for taking family and medical leave.

Three new dentists share their stories and advice on pregnancy and motherhood.

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Explore ways to avoid hand pain aggravators in your practice.

Find out how to soothe the back, neck and shoulder pain commonly faced by dentists.

Take the new quiz in the ADA Member App to explore career options.

Expert insight on how rising interest rates might impact you.

A new dentist shares the skills that have helped him succeed in practice ownership.