New Member Savings Partner

The MDS and Henry Schein Dental have partnered to support members with their everyday practice needs. The Henry Schein Preferred Pricing Program helps MDS members save money and reduce their overhead expenses, creating a more effective and efficient practice.

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Delta Dental of Massachusetts Update

MDS District Officers and representatives from Delta Dental of Massachusetts met to discuss Delta’s new fee methodology proposal. Delta's President Dennis Leonard shared with the group the direction that Delta will take if the new methodology is denied or delayed by the Division of Insurance (DOI).

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Serve on an MDS Committee

We are still looking for members to serve to ensure that our leadership is as diverse as our membership. This is a great opportunity to get involved in shaping the direction of your Society! Submit your nominations materials by September 1, 2018.

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Member Assistance Center (MAC)

Have a question? Call 800.342.8747. Dedicated MDS staff members are available to offer you guidance on a broad range topics including, day-to-day operations, practice management, compliance, employee relations, and regulations.

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Wine and Unwind

Join fellow members for a casual evening at the Boston Winery! Enjoy a wine tasting and pizza made in the winery’s own pizza ovens, while mingling and talking shop with your friends and colleagues.

Take the Fear Out of Debt

Think you can’t afford to buy a practice with your student loans? This Journal article looks at how you can increase income and improve cash flow by purchasing a business and paying practice debt first.

Discouraging DIY Dentistry

The ADA discourages the use of DIY dental treatments, such as teeth straightening kits, veneers, and bruxism devices. DIY treatments can have long-term and possibly irreparable effects on patients.

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Dental Insights

Do you use abbreviations, acronyms, or symbols to explain procedures in your practice? If so, the MDS Dental Practice Committee recommends that you clearly document your practice's list of abbreviations, symbols, and/or acronyms that are specific to your office. This list should be made part of your office policy so that all team members use uniform terminology. Be sure to educate new staff members with this terminology. Also include a copy of the list of abbreviations used in your office along with any distributed copies of dental records.

Consult your legal counsel or professional liability insurer for specific guidance.

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