Toothbrushes haven’t changed in a long time. Their design has remained static for decades until the electric toothbrush came along. Many people dismiss electric toothbrushes as a fad and claim that it is unnecessary when manual toothbrushes have always done the job. But dentists may recommend electric brushes for certain patients. So what does the…
The dental care industry is in equilibrium. Like the rest of the healthcare system, there are income and racial disparities we need to overcome. Even in 2018, not everyone has equal access to quality oral care. In spite of changes and improvements to dentistry, the number of adults accessing dental care has remained steady.
The healthcare industry has been in turmoil for a few years. Changes in technology and legislation have affected providers all over the country. The Affordable Care Act has made it possible for millions of uninsured people to gain healthcare access at reasonable rates. But recent efforts to repeal the bill have sparked a lot of uncertainty and…
The results of spending billions of dollars on EHR implementation through federal projects like the meaningful program have been mixed, to say the least. Some practices report positive results and praise their EHR systems for improving patient outcomes or reducing
Prescription drug misuse is a growing concern for the country. Patients can misuse prescription drugs in a variety of ways. Some people do not follow the recommended dosage. Others allow friends or relatives to use their prescription drugs without consulting
The healthcare industry is in the midst of a technological transformation right now. Hospitals and clinics need health IT systems to comply with federal regulations, manage the mounting paperwork and improve health outcomes for patients. Much like other industries such
