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New Report Examines Barriers to Oral Health Services for New Yorkers

Dentistry Today

Oral health plays a critical role in a person’s overall health and well-being, yet many New Yorkers face limited access to the oral health services they need. Identifying where these needs are most acute can help guide resource allocation to fill service gaps. A new report , released by the Center for Health Workforce Studies (CHWS) at the University at Albany’s College of Integrated Health Sciences , indicates that improving access to oral health services in New York State requires a broader un

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Todays Dental News Delta Dental Report: Financial Savings and Health Risks Motivate Improved Oral Hygiene

Dental News and Technology

In recognition of National Dental Hygiene Month, Delta Dental shares new findings from its 2024 State of America’s Oral Health and Wellness Report , a comprehensive analysis of consumer opinions and behaviors relating to oral health across the nation. In recognition of National Dental Hygiene Month, Delta Dental shares additional findings from its 2024 State of America’s Oral Health and Wellness Report, a nationwide analysis of consumer opinions and behaviors relating to oral health.

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Be Rich and Prosper: Do You Have the Fortitude to Make it Happen?

Dentistry Today

What does “rich” mean to you? When we think of being “rich,” our thoughts automatically go to a large bank account. However, there is much more than just that number to be truly rich in life. For example, is your current primary focus to get new patients in the door and keep your schedule full? If so, you are probably starting to feel tired of the daily grind, spending long hours behind the chair and dreaming of your next vacation—or retirement.

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2 Ways to Increase Dental Case Acceptance

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Mark Murphy DDS This topic originally appeared on Pankey.org. Dr. Murphy granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. It can take years to gain the experience of increasing your case acceptance. You have to be consistent in doing your job. The fact that a patient’s genuine intentions might not be immediately clear is one of the reasons it can seem so difficult.

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Learn Composite Dentistry at the Center for Esthetic Excellence in Chicago

Dentistry Today

The Center for Esthetic Excellence (CEE) has scheduled a lecture and hands-on workshop, titled The Art of Resin: Creating Beauty by Recreating Nature , presented by Dr. Rhodri Thomas. This event will take place Wednesday and Thursday, February 19–20, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with only four spots remaining! Dr. Rhodri Thomas The course will be offered again in the fall on Thursday and Friday, November 6–7, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

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“Is Your Practice Sideways + Is SEO Worth It?”

Coaches Corner

We cover two topics plus more on this episode of The Dental Practice Fixers! First – is your practice “Sideways?” What does that even mean? And is SEO worth it for your dental practice? Listen to find out. Then, during our famous mystery shopper calls, we put a new twist on the value of SEO. Dentists and dental team members, listen to find out the answers!

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What the Research Says About Natural Approaches to Supporting Oral Health

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

According to the World Health Organization, oral diseases affect about 3.5 billion people globally, with conditions including dental caries, periodontal diseases, and oral cancer among the most prevalent. As interest has grown in natural alternatives to all types of products — from cleaning supplies to pharmaceuticals — turmeric and coconut oil have emerged as two possible medicaments to aid oral health.