Dentistry
North Texas
ON THE COVER
Old World Artistry
& New World Technology
Functional Esthetics
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Photo by Ray Bryant, Bryant Studios
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ON THE COVER:
Co-owners of Functional Esthetics, Inc.
Kyle Swan, CDT and Phil Watkins, CDT
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BAYLOR COLLEGE OF DENTISTRY
Sharper Image
New oral and maxillofacial radiology residency program approved
SMILES IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Dr. Clark Giddings and Kyle Swan, CDT
Angulation Screw Channel Implant Option
MONEY MATTERS
Dental Awareness of Medical Identity Theft
What it is and what you can do to protect yourself
PRACTICE MARKETING
The Rules of Online Reputation Management May Be Changing
Understanding a reputation management program
RULES & REGULATIONS
Texas Dental Board Considers Controversial
and Anti-Competitive Rule Changes
Restrictions for Dental Service Organizations
HEALTHY LIVING
Arugula Tapenade
A delicious appetizer or topping for fish or chicken
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT
How to Assess Your Practice Performance
Guidelines for a practice analysis
PRACTICE TRANSITIONS
“When Should I Buy a Practice?” “Yesterday!”
Economical benefits of purchasing your own practice
LAWYERS CORNER
Is Your Boss Cheating You – or Doing You a Favor?
The Employee vs. Independent Contractor Debate
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