Dentistry Today

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Vivos Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: VVOS), a prominent medical device and technology company specializing in developing and commercializing highly effective proprietary treatments for sleep-related breathing disorders, announced today that it has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in adults using Vivos’ removable CARE (Complete Airway Repositioning and/or Expansion) oral appliances.

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Dental News and Technology

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Eur J Orthod. 2023 Nov 18:cjad069. doi: 10.1093/ejo/cjad069. Online ahead of print. Abstract Background: The widespread use of CAD/CAM transfer trays warrants evaluation of their accuracy as compared to PVS transfer trays. Objectives: To quantify the accuracy of CAD/CAM and PVS transfer trays, investigating any differences between soft and hard trays CAD/CAM transfer trays.

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Dentistry Today

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) elected Edward Kusek, DDS, FAAID, DABOI/ID, of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, as president at its recently concluded 72nd Annual Conference in Las Vegas on Saturday, November 4. Dr. Edward Kusek, DDS, FAAID, DABOI/ID Dr. Kusek is a general dentist with a full-time practice in Sioux Falls and serves as an adjunct professor at the University of Nebraska Medical Center and South Dakota School of Hygiene.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

DECEMBER 1, 2023

By: Lee Ann Brady DMD Seated Condylar Position I know even the mention of the words centric relation probably has some readers bristling, as this is a much argued-over topic. With that said the research by Lundeen and Gibbs at the University of Florida shows that we do seat our condyles into the fossa during the chewing stroke. This seated condylar position is often used as a reference position to treat patients whether as part of reorganizing their occlusion to alleviate TMD symptoms or for res

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Dentistry Today

DECEMBER 1, 2023

In his new book, Michael Sonick, DMD, talks about his mission to improve the quality of patients’ lives as well as the lives of everyone he meets. Michael Sonick, DMD Q: What inspired you to write Treating People, Not Patients ? A: My motivation for writing this book stemmed from my personal journey as both a patient and a professional. A traumatic bike accident at 8 left me with 2 broken front teeth that remained unrepaired until I turned 18.

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Ask The Dentist

DECEMBER 1, 2023

A woman in the USA has taken her dentist to court over his attempt to address issues with all 28 of her teeth in just five hours. Kathleen Wilson, the patient in question, spent an extensive five hours in the dentist’s chair and later decided to pursue legal action, as reported by The Independent. Wilson filed a lawsuit against her dentist, Kevin Moldrem, who had endeavored to treat all her dental problems in a single visit.

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Dentistry Today

DECEMBER 1, 2023

New Chairside Zirconia, powered by Roland DGA, offers fully sintered zirconia CAD/CAM milling blocks designed for use with the company’s DGSHAPE DWX-42W Series wet-milling solutions. This innovation makes same-day chairside zirconia restorations achievable with a simple prep, scan, mill, and seat workflow. Now available through authorized Roland DGA dental resellers, Chairside Zirconia is a game-changer for clinical dental professionals.

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Dentistry Today

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Almost a decade into my private dental practice, I had an epiphany. Despite running a highly ranked dental practice in San Diego, something felt amiss. My patients desired transparency and a personalized approach to their oral health. Although I strived to meet their expectations, I felt there was a crucial element missing—a tool that could truly customize dentistry and make it more human-centric. “Revolutionizing Dentistry: The Power of Point-of-Care Salivary Testing” – Writte

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YapiApp

DECEMBER 1, 2023

For modern dentist offices, effective communication is key for providing excellent patient care. While the market contains plenty of dental patient communication software boasting an array of features, the true effectiveness of any tool is determined by its team adoption. The best dental software is defined not by the number of features, but by whether your team is comfortable using it and does so on a consistent basis.

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Dentistry Today

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Prominently featured in The Inner Circle , Bruce S. Fine is recognized as a top pinnacle professional for his contributions to the field of comprehensive family dental care. Bruce S. Fine Dr. Fine graduated from Muhlenberg College, where he earned a bachelor of science degree. Subsequently, he obtained a DDS from Georgetown University School of Dentistry and completed several fellowships, including an FAGD at the Academy of General Dentistry , FICOI at the International Congress of Oral Implanto

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My Social Practice

DECEMBER 1, 2023

AI Dental Marketing: Trending AI Topics and Updates It was only a year ago that ChatGPT entered the scene and made AI technology accessible to the everyday user. Since then, competitors and investors have been pushing for new AI tech either in direct competition or in tandem with ChatGPT’s functionality. The good news for us is competition drives the innovation of a better product—for the most part—and you should be using AI to grow your dental practice.

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Dentistry Today

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The “United States Dental Prosthetics Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis, 2024-2030 | MedSuite | Includes: Crowns & Bridges, Inlays & Onlays, and 4 more” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. (PRNewsfoto/Research and Markets) In 2023, the U.S. dental prosthetics market achieved a valuation of $10.2 billion , with an expected growth rate of 1.7% over the forecast period, aiming to reach $11.5 billion.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The West Virginia Oral Health Coalition and the Harmony Health Foundation released a joint report, “Beyond the Waiting Room: The State of Dental Care Access in West Virginia,” exposing a crisis in dental care access across the state. Workforce shortages, economic challenges, and disparities in access, particularly among vulnerable populations, are cited as sources of the widespread problem.

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Dentistry Today

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Effective immediately, Dr. Jamie Chan (Dr. Chan) is joining Woburn Dentistry as a general dentist, specializing in restoring dental health. With 5 years of experience, Dr. Chan brings a wealth of knowledge to the practice, focusing on cosmetic and general dentistry. She is excited about collaborating with Dr. Vora and the Woburn Dentistry staff to provide the most enjoyable and effective dental services.

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Dentistry Today

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Elite Learning , a leading provider of nationwide healthcare continuing education, is delighted to introduce its 8-hour DEA MATE Act course, specifically tailored for DEA-registered practitioners. This course is designed to assist practitioners in fulfilling the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) new requirement outlined in the Medication Access and Training Expansion (MATE) Act, presented in a self-paced and convenient format.

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Dentistry Today

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures (BSBF) program and Hip Hop Public Health (HHPH) are excited to announce the launch of the Paste Time Educator Toolkit. This free online educational resource is designed to assist educators in seamlessly incorporating oral health education into their curriculum. The toolkit is a continuation of the partnership between BSBF and HHPH, which introduced the bilingual song, “Paste Time,” serving as an educational tool to teach essential elements of good oral h

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Dentistry Today

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Imagine a world where dental care is not just effective, but also genuinely enjoyable. Where technology and a human touch work hand-in-hand to create personalized experiences that empower both dentists and patients. This is the vision driving 3Sixty, a company revolutionizing the digital dentistry landscape. Click here to learn more about 3Sixty Subscribe to the 3Sixty newsletter and be the first to know about our new programs, as well as emerging industry trends.

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