Dentistry Gone Digital

MAY 31, 2023

By: Sean Hamel In this digital age, having a strong online presence is crucial for any business, including dental practices. Search engine optimization (SEO) plays a vital role in improving a dentist’s visibility in search engine results and attracting potential patients. While it’s natural for dentists to want to assess the effectiveness of their SEO strategies, relying solely on Googling yourself may lead to misconceptions and inaccurate assessments of performance.

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Oral Health Group

MAY 1, 2023

In last month’s journey to developing your inner-CEO, we referenced the importance of working with a leadership team. Working more efficiently will mean delegating some. more The post Working With Your Leadership Team appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

MAY 31, 2023

By: Dr. Chad Duplantis, D.D.S., F.A.G.D Have a patient and you need to decide which type of dental cement you should use? Here’s how I dealt with it: The post What Dental Cement Should I Use? appeared first on igniteDDS.

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Dentistry Today

MAY 30, 2023

Smoking is one of the biggest threats to public health, killing more than 8 million people annually. Tobacco’s nicotine is also a significant risk to oral health, making it difficult to treat and detect serious gum diseases at their early stages. All forms of tobacco are equally harmful to health, says Marja Juselius , an oral hygienist who has worked with young patients in Finland for many years.

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Dental News and Technology

MAY 31, 2023

Published: 19 May 2023 International Journal of Implant Dentistry volume 9 , Article number: 12 ( 2023 ) C Abstract Objectives A patient with extensive atrophy of the alveolar ridge in the posterior portion of the maxilla was selected to complete an experimental and clinical case of the robotic zygomatic implant to investigate the viability of an implant robotic system in clinical use.

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David Schwab & Associates, Inc.

MAY 30, 2023

Most dental team training programs have a glaring omission: clinical team members are often not trained to answer patients’ questions regarding fees. Administrative team members at the front deal with these questions every day, and many are quite adept at explaining value for the dollar with regard to proposed treatment. However, when patients turn to an assistant or a hygienist chairside and express concern about dental fees, the clinical staff are often unprepared.

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Ask The Dentist

MAY 23, 2023

Have you ever noticed bony growths on the floor of your mouth, just beneath your tongue? If so, you may be experiencing mandibular tori. While these growths are not harmful, they can be quite bothersome and disruptive to your daily life. Whether you were born with them or developed them later on, understanding mandibular tori and how to manage them is crucial for your comfort and well-being.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

MAY 29, 2023

By: Dawn Patrick Measure, monitor, and make go right, but what should you measure? As a dentist, it’s crucial to regularly track your dental practice’s Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). These metrics provide valuable insights into the health and success of your business, enabling you to make informed decisions and drive improvements. Top 10 Key Performance Indicators Every Dentist Should Measure Here are the top 10 KPIs every dentist should measure monthly to ensure optimal performa

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Dentistry Today

MAY 18, 2023

Glidewell, the nation’s largest dental lab and a leader in dental technology, announced a new partnership with LuxCreo, a leading 3D printing company in dental appliances based in San Francisco, to introduce the fastprint.io 3D Printing Solution. This co-branded dental 3D printing solution is part of Glidewell’s rapidly growing glidewell.io in-office solution platform and expands Glidewell’s portfolio of digital solutions that bring the world’s most innovative dental lab

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Dental News and Technology

MAY 30, 2023

Journal of Endodontics Published: May 19, 2023 DOI: [link] Abstract Introduction Augmented reality (AR) is a novel visualization technique in which pre-generated virtual 3D content is superimposed on surgical sites. This study aimed to validate the viability of AR-guided endodontic microsurgery (ARG) and compare the changes in objective and subjective outcomes of surgical simulation using ARG and freehand endodontic microsurgery (FH) on customized 3D-printed models.

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Dental Peers

MAY 8, 2023

In last month’s journey to developing your inner-CEO , we referenced the importance of working with a leadership team. Working more efficiently will mean delegating some managerial tasks to members of that team. Before considering which tasks you should delegate, I want to address one of the greatest obstacles I see to the effective operation of potentially great leadership teams.

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Ask The Dentist

MAY 23, 2023

Have you ever noticed bony growths on the floor of your mouth, just beneath your tongue? If so, you may be experiencing mandibular tori. While these growths are not harmful, they can be quite bothersome and disruptive to your daily life. Whether you were born with them or developed them later on, understanding mandibular tori and how to manage them is crucial for your comfort and well-being.

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Oral Health Group

MAY 15, 2023

Getting patients in the door is just the start… Your patients are more than that; they also have the potential to be your biggest “fans” more The post How to “Wow” and “Delight” Patients So They Become Your Biggest Fans appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

MAY 17, 2023

By: Dr. Chad Duplantis, D.D.S., F.A.G.D Ever have a case that you are sure should be an easy one to handle, then turns out it really isn’t? Here is my experience with just that! The post This Should Be An Easy One… appeared first on igniteDDS.

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Dentistry Today

MAY 31, 2023

In today’s digital age, it may seem surprising to consider traditional methods like direct mail as part of your dental practice’s marketing strategy. However, direct mail is a powerful tool to engage with your target audience, whether alone or when combined with digital advertising. Let’s explore the concept of omnichannel marketing and the unique benefits and synergies of integrating direct mail and digital advertising strategies.

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Dental News and Technology

MAY 26, 2023

J Am Dent Assoc. 2023 May 18;S0002-8177(23)00139-3. doi: 10.1016/j.adaj.2023.03.004. Online ahead of print. Abstract Background: This scoping review and analysis were designed to assess the amount of time spent delivering photobiomodulation (PBM) light therapy after dental extraction to improve postoperative pain and wound healing. Types of studies reviewed: The scoping review was performed according to the Cochrane Collaboration and Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Anal

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MAY 26, 2023

Only two states —Texas and Delaware — do not include the administration of local anesthesia in the scope of practice for dental hygienists. Now, Delaware is very close to being the only one, as the Texas state legislature passed a bill, HB 3824, enabling dental hygienists to administer local infiltration anesthesia under the direct supervision of a dentist in patients over 18.

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Ask The Dentist

MAY 3, 2023

There’s a lot of misinformation circulating on the internet about the use of glycerin in toothpaste. Some claim that it coats the teeth and prevents the absorption of minerals, leading to the question: is glycerin in toothpaste bad, and does it prevent remineralization? In this blog post, we’ll address these concerns, debunk the myth, and discuss the role of glycerin in oral health.

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Oral Health Group

MAY 8, 2023

As a dentist, choosing the right equipment for your dental practice is critical for providing the highest quality of care to your patients. The right. more The post How to Choose the Best Equipment for Your Dental Practice appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

MAY 15, 2023

By: Bruce Bryen After getting out of dental school and going to work as an associate at a dental practice, the feeling of having learned what was available to digest at that practice now seems like it has been fulfilled. It seems like it is time to either go to another dental practice to continue learning from someone more experienced or to begin a search for a dental practice to acquire.

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Dentistry Today

MAY 30, 2023

Part of marketing your practice is telling your story to the people you are trying to reach, so they feel like they know you before they ever come through the doors. One of the best and most powerful ways to do that is through video, and these days, there is a wide variety of video styles to choose from. It is easier than ever for a dental practice to take advantage of the video + social media combination to boost the effectiveness of its marketing.

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Dental News and Technology

MAY 26, 2023

The Federal Reserve's Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households in 2022 survey found 28% of US adults did not receive some type of medical care in 2022 due to cost, compared with 24% in 2021 and 32% in 2013. The survey found dental care was most often skipped -- at 21% -- along with physician visits, prescription medicine, follow-up care and mental health visits.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MAY 23, 2023

Through an intricate organization of unique molecular co-aggregation, Porphyromonas gingivalis persists within the host by coupling with other microbes and storing portions of the energy-consuming systems discarded by other microbes, subsequently serving the entire bacterial community’s function and growth. P. gingivalis releases gingipains to mediate interactions between complement receptors and to create a nutrient-rich but oxygen-deficient environment as a protective safeguard from the host i

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Ask The Dentist

MAY 3, 2023

There’s a lot of misinformation circulating on the internet about the use of glycerin in toothpaste. Some claim that it coats the teeth and prevents the absorption of minerals, leading to the question: is glycerin in toothpaste bad, and does it prevent remineralization? In this blog post, we’ll address these concerns, debunk the myth, and discuss the role of glycerin in oral health.

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The Super Dentists

MAY 15, 2023

The risk of developing cavities and tooth decay is genetic. Your genes can affect how your teeth develop, meaning that the development of your teeth can be why you are. Read More The post Are Cavities Genetic? Here’s Everything to Know appeared first on The Super Dentists.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

MAY 9, 2023

By: Savannah Craig If you’re anything like me, you’ve been following a variety of different checklists over the last 8-10 years to get you closer to your goal of becoming a dentist. You knew what it took to take the DAT and apply to dental school. Throughout your dental school career, you knew what classes you had to pass and what graduation requirements needed to be completed.

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Dentistry Today

MAY 19, 2023

Envista Holdings Corporation (NYSE: NVST) (“Envista”) announced that the company will participate in Stifel 2023 Jaws & Paws Conference on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, from 8:00 – 8:30 AM EDT in New York, New York. Investors will be able to access any applicable recordings for up to one year through Envista’s investor relations website under the subheading events and presentations.

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Dental News and Technology

MAY 25, 2023

J Clin Periodonto. 2023 May 18. doi: 10.1111/jcpe.13826. Online ahead of print. Abstract Aim: To investigate the risk of periodontitis in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients in a nationwide register-based study. Materials and methods: Patients and controls were defined using ICD-10 codes registered in the Norwegian Patient Registry (NPR), from 2011 to 2017.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MAY 16, 2023

Despite the presence of more than 500 bacterial species in human subgingival biofilm, extensive study has shown that Porphyromonas gingivalis is the predominant etiologic bacterium contributing to chronic periodontitis. 1,2 P. gingivalis is rightly termed the “keystone pathogen” because of its ability to use various deliberate mechanisms to resist, weaken, or manipulate host immune responses. 3–5 P. gingivalis depends on the presence of other biofilm bacteria and the bacterial dysbiosis it initi

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3M

MAY 30, 2023

The post New approach: Functionalized Tri-calcium Phosphate (fTCP) appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire

MAY 25, 2023

As a parent, you know that nothing is more important than the health and wellbeing of your child. That’s why it’s essential to be well informed when it comes to major milestones, like the transition from baby teeth to permanent teeth. In this comprehensive guide, we will cover all the key elements parents need to know to ensure their child’s healthy development during the transition period.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

MAY 8, 2023

By: Dr. Bri Torgerson A smile is so underrated, yet so widely sought after. The international language for happiness. A signal for a truce. In an instant, a smile can be calming, reassuring, and safe. Even thinking about a smile, most of us think of someone we love and can feel our dopamine increase. Just thinking about a smile can make us smile. A smile can induce laughter and bliss.

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Dentistry Today

MAY 5, 2023

The Nash Institute has added a new course on Direct Composite Restorations for EFDA assistants and doctors due to the increased demand for EFDA-related composite programs. Dr. Terry Watson, who holds a bachelor of science degree from Arkansas State University and a doctor of dental medicine from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry, will be the clinical instructor for this program.

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Dental News and Technology

MAY 24, 2023

Acta Odontol Scand. 2023 May 21;1-6. Online ahead of print. Abstract Purpose: To explore breastfeeding from 6 to 18 months of age and to study the association between breastfeeding and caries prevalence at 5 years of age. Methods: The study included 1088 children from one Norwegian county and was based on the Norwegian Mother, Father and Child Cohort Study (MoBa).

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MAY 9, 2023

Acknowledged as one of the most important bacteria in the etiology and pathogenesis of periodontal diseases, Porphyromonas gingivalis continues to be extensively studied, not only in periodontal diseases, but also in many systemic diseases based on its ability to infect distant tissues and organs. 1–5 It is a highly destructive oral pathogen, and, together with Treponema denticola and Tannerella forsythia, it comprises the “red complex” bacteria associated with severe periodontitis. 6 Although a

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Off the Cusp

MAY 24, 2023

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog Read Time: 12 Minute, 5 Second What does it mean to put an emphasis on care? For Woodbury Dental Care , it meant moving their practice 3 miles away to give their patients the best care possible. Introducing Dr. Michael Pelke Dr. Michael Pelke Michael Pelke, DDS, born and raised in Rochester, Minnesota, has always loved science.

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3M

MAY 23, 2023

The post Prevent, protect, treat: Treatment options for Molar Incisor Hypomineralization appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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