Paul Pavlik, DDS[email protected]Dental EducationBudget preparation: It's that time of yearWhat is one of the most hated tasks business owners face this time of year? Preparing next year's budget. But doing it -- and using it -- can yield all kinds of benefits for your practice.October 22, 2009InsuranceNew tax incentives will benefit U.S. dentistsThe dental community can expect to see higher prices, interest rates, inflation, and taxes starting in 2010, which will directly affect the ability to purchase new equipment and company vehicles. But for 2009, the U.S. government has revised some tax laws that dentists should be aware of.August 18, 2009Page 1 of 1Top StoriesLegal IssuesDental center where child died forced to shutter some operationsNorth Carolina ordered a dental surgery center where a toddler underwent surgery and later died to close several rooms due to compliance issues.PediatricsKids with sickle cell disease at greater risk of needing oral healthcareOffice ManagementHow dental practice owners can beat higher operating costsInfection ControlHow smart biomaterials may combat dental infections in the futureInfection ControlAntibiotics before dental procedures may not reduce risk of PJIs