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  • Volume 116, Issue 3 (March 2026)

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    dental tooth decay
    Recurrent caries isn’t always a hygiene failure—often it’s a materials problem. Dr. Gordon Christensen explains why glass ionomer is still dentistry’s only truly cariostatic restorative...
    March 14, 2026
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    fairness concept
    Team resentment over raises, bonuses, and “special treatment” isn’t just drama—it’s often a symptom of unclear leadership systems. This article challenges the myth that equal ...
    March 13, 2026
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    illustration of a magnifying glass and a checklist
    From HIPAA risk assessments and disaster recovery testing to ransomware protection and staff training, these practical steps can help reduce downtime, improve compliance, and ...
    March 13, 2026
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    mistakes to avoid
    In today’s competitive environment, clinical skill alone won’t guarantee success—yet most dentists unknowingly lose millions over a career due to preventable business missteps...
    March 12, 2026
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    smiley faces and frowny faces balanced on top of each other
    Feeling overwhelmed in private practice? Burnout doesn’t have to be the norm. By identifying what energizes you, delegating what drains you, and letting go of perfectionism, dentists...
    March 12, 2026
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    young dental assistant
    With Gen Z projected to make up nearly one-third of the workforce by 2030, dental practices that fail to adapt risk ongoing hiring struggles and costly turnover. Here's how Gen...
    March 9, 2026
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    an illustration of a compass
    Most dental practice problems don’t come from bad decisions—they come from good decisions made too fast. This perspective highlights the hidden inflection points that shape growth...
    March 9, 2026
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    dental-office-culture
    Effective leadership in dental practices involves understanding and shaping organizational climate and culture through participative analysis, transparent communication, and consistent...
    March 3, 2026
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    GreenLight enhances dental practice safety by offering a robust system for infection control, OSHA compliance, and state-specific regulations. Its tools support training, documentation...
    March 3, 2026
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    Miniature toy father and child in the foreground with dental instruments behind
    By focusing on early intervention, practices can reduce treatment costs, improve patient outcomes, and differentiate themselves in a competitive market, ultimately leading to ...
    March 3, 2026