Keep Up The Good Work, Dental Economics

Hats off to Dental Economics` Penny Elliott Anderson`s practice survey in your October 1995 issue is great. It was certainly obvious that she put many hours into her article and it will prove beneficial to the dental community.

Dec 1st, 1995

Hats off to Dental Economics` Penny Elliott Anderson`s practice survey in your October 1995 issue is great. It was certainly obvious that she put many hours into her article and it will prove beneficial to the dental community.

I enjoyed reading the letter from the Bronx, New York, practitioner who feels that the ADA should give you an award as a result of your editorial concerning Smart Money-my feelings exactly! I continue to hear from dentists all over the United States offering their support. Thanks again for yours.

Keep up the good work. It`s always a pleasure to read one of dentistry`s top publications.

Linda L. Miles, CSP, CMC

Miles & Associates, Virginia Beach, VA

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