Fred GebhartRegulatory UpdatesWeeding through the worries on bisphenol ALots of composites and sealants contain bisphenol A (BPA). And recent news reports have warned that this chemical might cause cancer. Here's how to answer patients' questions about their safety.June 29, 2008X-RayPerfect panoramics: Part II -- Prepare, preach, positionThere are three steps to reliable, high-quality panoramic x-rays: patient preparation, patient instruction, and patient positioning. In the second article of our two-part series on panoramic x-rays, we'll guide you through these human aspects of the powerful technology.June 4, 2008X-RayPerfect panoramics: Part I -- What to buyIf you don't have a digital panoramic x-ray scanner, you may be hurting your patients and depriving your pocketbook. But which one should you buy? In this article -- the first of a two-part series -- we'll guide you through the marketplace.May 29, 2008Page 1 of 1Top StoriesOral BacteriaUltrasound may zap biofilms in the futureHigh-intensity focused ultrasound might be effective in eliminating biofilms from titanium dental implant surfaces, reports research recently published in the International Journal of Implant Dentistry.Office ManagementHow to keep your RCM moving when dental patient flow slowsDental Hygiene5 steps to instantly find the dental career you've always wantedPatient CommunicationDr. Tom Giacobbi on patient communication and personalizationDental EducationDental students may not be ready for emergencies