Dentistry Today

MARCH 1, 2024

Sonendo, Inc. (“Sonendo”) (OTCQX: SONX) announced that it will report financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2023 after the market close on Monday, March 11th, 2024. Management will host a conference call beginning at 1:30 PM Pacific Time / 4:30 PM Eastern Time to discuss its financial results. Investors interested in listening to the conference call may do so by dialing (833) 470-1428 for domestic callers or (404) 975-4839 for international callers, using access code: 426330.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

MARCH 1, 2024

By: Dr. Leonard A. Hess, DDS Clinical Director, The Dawson Academy The Article Originally Appeared on TheDawsonAcademy.com Learn about Occlusion at TheDawsonAcademy.com When we talk about utilizing bimanual manipulation as a way to get centric relation, one of the biggest misunderstandings we see is the tendency for dentists to think CR is achieved by forcing the jaw back to seat the condyles.

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Dentistry Today

MARCH 1, 2024

The collaboration between Vyne Dental, a leading provider of dental revenue technologies, claims processing, and electronic health information exchange for all-sized dental practices, and Patterson Dental comes at a critical time, with the primary objective of ensuring uninterrupted operations and continued high-quality patient care for dental practices nationwide.

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David Schwab & Associates, Inc.

MARCH 1, 2024

According to the U.S. Department of Education, 54% of U.S. adults 16-74 years old–about 130 million people–lack proficiency in literacy. These individuals have a reading aptitude below the sixth-grade level. There are numerous reasons for this shocking statistic: poor education, learning difficulties, learning English as a second language, or simply lack of exposure to English.

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Dentistry Today

MARCH 1, 2024

MB2 Dental, the first and largest dental partnership organization (DPO) nationwide, announced today that it ranked #102 on the 2024 Inc. Regionals Southwest list. This marks the third year in which MB2 Dental appeared on the Inc. Regionals Southwest list, which evaluates companies based in Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. MB2 Dental was one of 47 Dallas-Fort Worth metro area companies that made the list and within those, one of 12 in the healthcare industry.

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Dental News and Technology

MARCH 1, 2024

Dai, F., Liu, Q., Guo, Y. et al. Convolutional neural networks combined with classification algorithms for the diagnosis of periodontitis. Oral Radiol (2024). [link] Abstract Objectives We aim to develop a deep learning model based on a convolutional neural network (CNN) combined with a classification algorithm (CA) to assist dentists in quickly and accurately diagnosing the stage of periodontitis.

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Dentistry Today

MARCH 1, 2024

INTRODUCTION This case report describes using Pac-Dent’s Rodin Sculpture, a ceramic nanohybrid resin, to make successive temporary bridges for a patient with 3 old maxillary bridges, 2 of which had fractured due to a history of bruxism. The second temporary was a long-span bridge that opened the bite 2 mm to reduce maximum intercuspation load on the anterior teeth before delivery of the definitive prosthesis.

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Dentistry Today

MARCH 1, 2024

Press play to learn the technique behind the usage of the new Philips Sonicare Teeth Whitening Trays. With this product, there’s no need to mold trays in the office or work with a lab partner as patients mold boil and bite trays in the comfort of their homes for a semi-custom fit. Trays can be reused for multiple rounds of whitening. The dentist-developed gel formula is backed by expertise, proven safe on enamel, and gentle on teeth.

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Phoenix Endodontist

MARCH 1, 2024

When making a major investment, it’s always wise to do some research. No one wants to commit funds to something not a trusted, proven solution – especially when facing a painful dental condition demanding attention. Dental implants financially benefit recipients in many ways. Some of the financial benefits are clear, such as a long-lasting return on your investment in preserving your smile.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MARCH 1, 2024

50 Years of Service This year we celebrate our 50th Anniversary reflecting on the many contributions made to oral health , and the countless lives that have been changed over the years. We are also celebrat ing th e thousands of individuals, corporations, foundations and labs who have helped us along the way. Since its inception, DLN has helped over 166,000 individuals get the life-changing care they deserve – with dignity.

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Phoenix Endodontist

MARCH 1, 2024

When making a major investment, it’s always wise to do some research. No one wants to commit funds to something not a trusted, proven solution – especially when facing a painful dental condition demanding attention. Dental implants financially benefit recipients in many ways. Some of the financial benefits are clear, such as a long-lasting return on your investment in preserving your smile.

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Hardin Dental

MARCH 1, 2024

Porcelain veneers are a popular cosmetic dentistry option known for their ability to enhance the appearance of teeth and create stunning smiles. However, there are common misconceptions about the strength and durability of porcelain veneers. At Hardin Advanced Dentisty , we love diving into topics like this to better help our patients make decisions for their overall wellness.

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Phoenix Endodontist

MARCH 1, 2024

When making a major investment, it’s always wise to do some research. No one wants to commit funds to something not a trusted, proven solution – especially when facing a painful dental condition demanding attention. Dental implants financially benefit recipients in many ways. Some of the financial benefits are clear, such as a long-lasting return on your investment in preserving your smile.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MARCH 1, 2024

After myriad complaints from individuals incarcerated at Alaska’s Goose Creek Correctional Center about inadequate dental care, the state ombudsman, Kate Burkhart, decided to investigate. Complaints ranged from delaying treatment of an abscess for more than 2 months to waiting for dentures for over 2 years; most were related to the prison’s absence of dental care altogether.

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Dentistry Today

MARCH 1, 2024

INTRODUCTION Sjögren’s Syndrome (SS) is a systemic autoimmune disease affecting the exocrine glands. It is characterized by intense lymphocytic infiltration that progressively destroys mainly salivary and lacrimal glands. 1,2 SS is subdivided into 2 categories: primary, which includes dry eyes and hyposalivation, and secondary, which occurs in conjunction with other connective-tissue diseases (eg, arthritis and lupus erythematosus, among others). 3 The etiology is unknown.

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Dentistry Today

MARCH 1, 2024

uLab Systems announces it has achieved its one millionth order for a clear aligner treatment plan. The milestone was reached when Dr. Melanie Wang from Dr. Melanie Orthodontics created a uDesign treatment plan for clear aligner therapy and ordered the case from uLab. Orthodontists utilize the uDesign platform to order uSmile aligners from uLab®’s Memphis facility or create them in their own office utilizing 3D-printing and thermoforming equipment.

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Dentistry Today

MARCH 1, 2024

dentalcorp Holdings Ltd. (“dentalcorp” or the “company”) has announced that its president, Guy Amini, is stepping down effective immediately. Mr. Amini’s day-to-day responsibilities will be assumed by dentalcorp’s chief executive officer and chairman, Graham Rosenberg, and chief financial officer, Nate Tchaplia. “On behalf of everyone at dentalcorp, I want to thank Guy for his leadership and dedication in his various roles with dentalcorp over the past 10 years.

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