Trojan Today: “Decoding the Codes: Bridges and Dentures” by Kathleen Johnson

Integrating medical-dental insurance billing has become a hot topic in the dental industry. A central question is whether your practice should invest in an in-house medical billing system. While the potential benefits are enticing, it’s crucial to evaluate the decision carefully.

It was a gift I did not notice until years later. In fact, at the time I had very little appreciation for it. Alan was a classmate of mine in kindergarten and first grade. Whenever we had show-and-tell and it was Alan’s turn, the class heard amazing stories of adventure.

For several months now, we’ve wanted to tell you about a project that has made increased dental care for underserved populations its primary goal – Dental Pipeline, the Profession and Practice Community-based Dental Education Program.

In Part 2 of this series, we will delve into the critical Maintenance Phase, where the focus moves from active treatment to ongoing prevention and health maintenance.

When I was twenty-five years old, I read “What to Say When You Talk to Yourself” by Shad Helmstetter, Ph.D.  I considered myself pragmatic, not exactly woo-woo or yogi, and although it seemed far-fetched that simply repeating something could make it come true, I was willing to give this positive self-talk a good college try.

It’s about time... Only 18% (2009 statistics) of all dentists in the United States do a complete oral cancer screening examination. A shocking statistic!

Periodontal disease affects millions of Americans, with estimates suggesting that nearly 47% of adults over the age of 30 have some form of gum disease. Thousands experience localized periodontal issues, where only 1-3 teeth require treatment.

“I hate to terminate employees!” That’s the understatement of the year; no one likes to do it. Not only is the termination itself difficult, you will have to recruit, interview, hire, and train a replacement, costing an emotional and financial toll.

Have you ever received a phone call from a patient upset about the amount their insurance has paid on their claim? It may not seem fair, but our patients expect us to know about their insurance plans and what is covered.