Week in Review: Pit-and-fissure sealants effectiveness; plus more DSOs and kids' coverage

Dear DrBicuspid Member,

A new systematic review has found pit-and-fissure sealants to be effective regardless of tooth type or location. In fact, sealants on premolars may last longer and prevent more caries than those on first and second molars. Read more here. You can also get continuing education credits for this article here.

Also this week on DrBicuspid.com, we're bringing you coverage of the latest reports from the ADA's Health Policy Institute (HPI) on the state of dentistry in the U.S. The first report focused on the growing number of dentists who are associated with dental service/support organizations (DSOs) in 2016. Is this number going to increase? Find out here. Then the focus shifts to children, with the HPI reporting that more kids than ever are visiting the dentist. Why? Read more here.

Our coverage of the HPI reports will continue next week focusing on adults and seniors.

Do you consider yourself the CEO of your practice? While most dentists might not think of themselves that way, practice management consultant Sally McKenzie details four areas in which embracing the CEO role will benefit your practice. Learn more here.

Voting for the Dental Excellence Awards ends on Tuesday, November 14. We've had a record number of votes this year, so join your peers and colleagues to determine the best new products in 10 categories. You can vote here.