The MDA endorses Surgically Clean Air to substantially improve IAQ in dental practices. Back in 2003 the technology behind Surgically Clean Air was developed as a rapid response for the next SARSlike outbreak. Fast forward to 2020 and it’s here. The 50-watts of germicidal UVC denatures viruses by rupturing the DNA strand and that’s only… Continue reading →

Have you noticed that the cost to process your patients’ credit cards is increasing faster than your card sales are? If so, you’re not alone! Do the math on a recent statement: Fees divided by dollars processed = effective rate. In 2019, for the first time ever, the average dental office is paying more than… Continue reading →

Endorsed by the MDA, CareCredit is a healthcare credit card that can be used as a financing option for certain expenses not covered by insurance or to bridge payment when desired care exceeds insurance coverage. Already one of the 100,000 dental teams who accept CareCredit? Learn more about how CareCredit can help you grow your… Continue reading →

Ransomware attacks and HIPAA violations continue to plague the medical and dental sectors and are now vastly growing in frequency and severity. Here are five of the most common ways dental practices end up with a HIPAA violation resulting in costly penalties: 1. Posting PHI on social media. While this may seem like an unlikely… Continue reading →

With insurance, it’s imperative to work with a trusted insurance adviser who can see what you sometimes cannot—and can help you prepare for what lies ahead. At every stage of your career, let MDA Insurance evaluate your current malpractice professional liability policy to ensure you have the coverage you need. Our professional staff will evaluate… Continue reading →

If you are following state legislation at all, you have heard of auto insurance no-fault reform for Michigan. Sounds like a good deal for Michigan residents, right? Not quite. No one knows all of the fallout and repercussions that will occur under the no-fault reform, and the details of the law are still evolving. Get… Continue reading →

As 2019 winds down, it is the perfect time to make your equipment purchases. The IRS Section 179 tax deduction allows you to deduct the full amount of the purchase price of equipment for your practice. Complete your purchases by Dec. 31 to take the deduction for 2019. Air purification systems from MDA-endorsed Surgically Clean… Continue reading →

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There are many processors currently on the market trying to entice dental practices with claims such as “Save your practice thousands on credit card processing. Get unlimited processing for just $40 a month!” While this may seem like a good deal, be sure to read the fine print. This isn’t what it seems to be…. Continue reading →

Have you made the switch? MDA members can now earn even more rewards with the ADA® Preferred Rewards Visa Signature® Card from U.S. Bank. Nationally, it is the card dentists count on to deliver the rewards and benefits that matter most to them. Points add up fast—earn points per net $1 spent on all eligible… Continue reading →