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Ray Bryant PHOTOGRAPHY Tina Cauller WRITING / DESIGN STATE OF THE DENTISTRY 2018 SPECIAL ISSUE Dental Trends in the Great State of Texas 2018 FROM THE PUBLISHER’S DESK Welcome to the North Texas Dentistry Special Issue, The State of Dentistry 2018, Dental Trends in the Great State of Texas! Remember to “Like” us on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/NorthTexasDentistry Although every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of editorial material published in North Texas Dentistry, articles may contain statements, opinions, and other information subject to interpretation. Accordingly, the publisher, editors and authors and their respective employees are not responsible or liable for inaccurate or misleading data, opinion or other informa- tion in material supplied by contributing authors. Copyright 2018. All rights reserved. Reproduction in part or in whole without written permission is prohibited. What is a trend? Merriam-Webster defines “trend” as a prevailing tendency or inclination or a general movement. Den- tistry is experiencing changes in just about all aspects of the profession. In this issue we will examine trending topics in dentistry including Demographics, Marketing, Financing, The Competitive Edge, Practice Models, and Technology. The den- tal profession is on the road to new visions and opportunities. North Texas, being one of the fastest growing dental markets in the nation, is the perfect spot to explore these movements. Enjoy this Special Issue! I believe it is “special” in both quality and content. I am honored to be a part of the North Texas dental community and treasure working with its wonderful professionals. Cheers to the Red, White and Blue of the Lone Star State of Texas! Lulu Stavinoha, RDH Publisher The Special Issue includes a wide variety of topics and presents an overview of the di- rection the dental profession in Texas is headed. Understanding what is needed to meet your personal and professional needs is imperative. Highlighted through com- pelling editorial, custom profiles, advertori- als, and print advertising are some of the best of the best in the metroplex. Advertise in North Texas Dentistry For more information on advertising in North Texas Dentistry, call LuLu Stavinoha at [phone] or email [email protected]. Send written correspondence to: North Texas Dentistry P.O. Box 12623 Dallas, TX 75225 www.northtexasdentistry.com | NORTH TEXAS DENTISTRY 3