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By: Bruce Bryen The young dentist has gotten the training and skill sets that he or she needs to acquire a dental practice. How To Choose Which Type of Business Structure is Best for the Practice and the Dentist? After what seemed like years at the associate level, the time has come for the ownership of a practice to be taken over by the former associate, now dental school graduate and associate dentist.
By: Dr. Julia Latham When it comes to living in a tech-driven world, I consciously decided to jump in headfirst and add 3D printing to my practice. How did I do it, you might ask? Well, here’s how I decided. Deciding If You Should Invest in 3D Printing for Your Dental Practice Assess Your Practice Needs I started by assessing my own practice’s needs.
DEXIS announces FDA 510(k) Clearance for dental findings AI on 2D intraoral X-ray images. As the next generation of DEXIS software, DTX Studio Clinic now offers the first and only imaging solution with six types of pathological dental findings on periapical and bitewing intraoral radiograph images and is fully integrated into on-premise imaging software.
INDIANAPOLIS , April 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Orthodontic Details (Details) today announced it is collaborating with 3M Oral Care , DynaFlex , G&H Orthodontics , Reliance Orthodontic Products and other orthodontic suppliers to make ordering supplies easier for practices. Details, the ordering platform built exclusively for orthodontics, gives practices one place to order from any supplier.
The connection between gum disease and heart health has been a topic of debate for years. Recent research suggests that there is a strong link between gum disease and the risk of heart-related illnesses, such as heart attack and stroke. Looking after our teeth should be taken just as seriously as maintaining general health if we’re to avoid long term illness related to dental health.
By: Natalie Kaweckyj, LDA, RF, CDA, CDPMA, COA, COMSA, CPFDA, CRFDA, MADAA, BA Are you looking to become a dental assistant or are moving as a current dental assistant? Make sure to check the dental assistant requirements in Tennessee to see if you are still qualified in the state to practice. Each state has different requirements for dental assistants, here are the levels, and functions permitted for dental assistants in TN.
Align Technology, a leading global medical device company that designs, manufactures, and sells the Invisalign System of clear aligners, iTero intraoral scanners, and exocad CAD/CAM software for digital orthodontics and restorative dentistry, announced that Align Technology has been honored as a “Technology Partner of the Year” by Junior Achievement of Northern California (JA NorCal) at the Junior Achievement of Northern California 2023 Business Hall of Fame celebration event held in San Francis
Align Technology, a leading global medical device company that designs, manufactures, and sells the Invisalign System of clear aligners, iTero intraoral scanners, and exocad CAD/CAM software for digital orthodontics and restorative dentistry, announced that Align Technology has been honored as a “Technology Partner of the Year” by Junior Achievement of Northern California (JA NorCal) at the Junior Achievement of Northern California 2023 Business Hall of Fame celebration event held in San Francis
Published: 06 April 2023 Clinical Oral Investigations ( 2023 ) Abstract Objectives To assess the probability of survival of crowns made with a 3Y-TZP, a 5Y-TZP, and a lithium disilicate. Materials and methods CAD-CAM premolar crowns with occlusal thicknesses of 1.0 mm or 1.5 mm and cemented on a metal dye. Step-stress accelerated life testing (SSALT) was performed to access the use level probability Weibull curves and reliability were calculated for the completion of a mission of 100,000 cycles
Individuals with autism often face barriers to accessing dental care; a significant challenge is a lack of education for oral health professionals on how best to provide care to this population. With the goal of improving the oral health of individuals with autism and supporting the success of dental appointments, a new app called All Smiles Shine is available free of charge.
By: Natalie Kaweckyj, LDA, RF, CDA, CDPMA, COA, COMSA, CPFDA, CRFDA, MADAA, BA Are you looking to become a dental assistant or are moving as a current dental assistant? Make sure to check the dental assistant requirements in Texas to see if you are still qualified in the state to practice. Each state has different requirements for dental assistants, here are the levels, and functions permitted for dental assistants in Texas.
Lasso MD announced a $2M lead investment from Trestle Partners (“Trestle”), a New York-based private investment firm with significant expertise partnering with SaaS and Martech companies. In essence, Lasso MD is a marketing company for private healthcare practices. The company enables a practice to create content, advertise online, and manage lead flow.
Just in Time for National Volunteer Month, Newly-Added Cloud Dentistry Feature Powers Its “Engage for Change” Program Dental Professionals Can Now Search for Local Community Outreach Opportunities and Register to Volunteer Within the Cloud Dentistry App Boston, MA – April 1, 2023 – Cloud Dentistry, the company that perfected the process of hiring full-time and temporary dental professionals, recently enhanced its platform and simultaneously introduced its “Engage for Change Program” to connect s
While the American Academy of Periodontology and the European Federation of Periodontology published an improved classification of periodontal diseases in 2018, the clinical application of the new classification as a guide to the delivery of care for patients in need of periodontal treatment is often unclear. The grade of a case is extremely important in determining the long-term prognosis of a patient but it requires more than a single evaluation of the patient.
By: Natalie Kaweckyj, LDA, RF, CDA, CDPMA, COA, COMSA, CPFDA, CRFDA, MADAA, BA Are you looking to become a dental assistant or are moving as a current dental assistant? Make sure to check the dental assistant requirements in Utah to see if you are still qualified in the state to practice. Each state has different requirements for dental assistants, here are the levels, and functions permitted for dental assistants in Utah.
The Organization for Safety, Asepsis, and Prevention (OSAP) announces its 18th annual Dr. John S. Zapp Lecturer, Rangina Hamidi, MA. Hamidi, an Afghan American writer, educator, social activist, and politician, is known for her tireless efforts to advocate for the rights of women, girls, and education in Afghanistan. OSAP Announces 18th Annual Dr. John S.
Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry Access Published: March 30, 2023 DOI: [link] Abstract Statement of problem Digital occlusal analyzers allow the recording of dental contact forces. Some authors assume a unique location for the center of contact forces at the position of maximum intercuspation, while others indicate variations in dental contact forces when recorded at different times of the day.
As a high school student, Rico Maria Breznau, MA, RDH, RDA, CDA, enjoyed spending her summers working for her local dentist in a suburb about 40 minutes from Detroit. Experiencing a deep sense of accomplishment after helping people to smile confidently, she was hooked. After beginning as a dental assistant, Breznau went on to become a dental hygienist, which gave her the flexibility she needed to start a family.
By: Natalie Kaweckyj, LDA, RF, CDA, CDPMA, COA, COMSA, CPFDA, CRFDA, MADAA, BA Are you looking to become a dental assistant or are moving as a current dental assistant? Make sure to check the dental assistant requirements in Vermont to see if you are still qualified in the state to practice. Each state has different requirements for dental assistants, here are the levels, and functions permitted for dental assistants in VT.
Espire Dental , a fast-growing, elite, cosmetic and multi-specialty group practice, founded and operated by dentists with a vision to create something extraordinary, announced its appointment of Sarah Montgomery, CPA as CFO. Montgomery brings 13 years of financial leadership experience and has spent over two years as Espire’s SVP of finance and accounting.
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. , April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alphaeon Credit, a leading provider of patient financing, has announced a new partnership with Dentulu, a pioneering teledentistry platform, to help patients access affordable financing for dental services both virtually and through referrals to participating dental offices. With this partnership, patients can now use Alphaeon Credit to finance their teledentistry consultations, mobile dentistry procedures, prescriptions, and a wide range of
With nearly 6 million Floridian living in dental health professional shortage areas, new legislation is aiming to ease this crisis in accessing dental care. The bill would authorize specific healthcare settings, such as federally qualified health centers and Head Start programs, to contract with mobile dental units to improve access to oral healthcare for vulnerable populations.
By: Natalie Kaweckyj, LDA, RF, CDA, CDPMA, COA, COMSA, CPFDA, CRFDA, MADAA, BA Are you looking to become a dental assistant or are moving as a current dental assistant? Make sure to check the dental assistant requirements in Virginia to see if you are still qualified in the state to practice. Each state has different requirements for dental assistants, here are the levels, and functions permitted for dental assistants in Virginia.
Oline Dental Arts has announced its new partnership with Dr. Abhishek Desai. The partnership brings a wealth of benefits for patients, including an increase in office availability, an expansion of services, and strengthened quality of care. Longhorne Dentist Dr Desai Dr. Desai has a lifelong passion for dentistry and has received his DDS from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.
Blue Sky Bio LLC , a global leader in dental implant solutions, has announced that its latest software version, BlueSkyPlan 4.11 , now includes an automatic implant placement feature for single implant cases. This innovative new technology is being offered to all users of the software at no additional charge. Designed to increase accuracy and reduce planning time, the automatic implant placement feature utilizes advanced algorithms and artificial intelligence to place implants in the optimal pos
More than 1.5 million Wisconsin residents live in healthcare provider shortage areas, leaving many without access to dental care. One volunteer dental practice, Tri-County Dental, has been working to alleviate the access-to-care problem for more than 20 years. Serving residents of Calumet, Outagamie, and Winnebago counties, volunteer oral health professionals provide free or low-cost dental care in a brick-and-mortar practice as well as in a mobile dental clinic that visits area schools providin
By: Natalie Kaweckyj, LDA, RF, CDA, CDPMA, COA, COMSA, CPFDA, CRFDA, MADAA, BA Are you looking to become a dental assistant or are moving as a current dental assistant? Make sure to check the dental assistant requirements in Washington State to see if you are still qualified in the state to practice. Each state has different requirements for dental assistants, here are the levels, and functions permitted for dental assistants in Washington.
Taylor Dental & Braces , a Benevis -supported dental practice, is pleased to announce a grand reopening of its Lake Charles, Louisiana, practice, which suffered significant damage from Hurricane Laura in August 2020. The event is open to the community to attend at the renovated office located at 276 Ryan St., Lake Charles, Louisiana, on Wednesday, April 26, 2023, from 10 AM to 3 PM CT.
This review of the relationship between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) exposure and oral health among adults included 4 cross-sectional studies with the findings indicating an association between ACEs and poor oral health. The post Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and oral health appeared first on National Elf Service.
Trips to the dentist can be stressful, even terrifying, for some. Reportedly, up to 80% of Americans experience some type of dental anxiety, with about 20% not receiving routine dental care. This can have serious implications for overall wellness. 1 GAGGING A SIGNIFICANT FACTOR Aside from fear of what a dental visit will cost, patients report dreading getting into the dental chair for myriad reasons.
By: Natalie Kaweckyj, LDA, RF, CDA, CDPMA, COA, COMSA, CPFDA, CRFDA, MADAA, BA Are you looking to become a dental assistant or are moving as a current dental assistant? Make sure to check the dental assistant requirements in West Virginia to see if you are still qualified in the state to practice. Each state has different requirements for dental assistants, here are the levels, and functions permitted for dental assistants in West Virginia.
Dentsply Sirona, the world’s largest manufacturer of professional dental products and technologies, in partnership with Smile Train, the world’s largest cleft-focused organization, and FDI, the global voice of the dental profession, are proud to announce a major milestone in the push to advance global cleft care. FDI and Smile Train, with support from Dentsply Sirona have developed the first-ever global standard protocols for digitalized cleft treatment.
A sinus lift procedure, also known as a sinus augmentation, is a surgical technique that is commonly used in implant dentistry to increase the amount of bone in the upper jaw. This procedure is usually done when there is not enough bone in the upper jaw, particularly in the area of the molars and premolars, … What is a sinus lift procedure? Read More » The post What is a sinus lift procedure?
Many individuals are on a long-term regimen of glucocorticoids, a type of steroid used to treat adrenal problems, asthma, immune-mediated diseases, and organ transplant recipients. Standard dental practice previously suggested that taking an additional glucocorticoid dose prior to oral surgery would reduce the risk of adrenal crisis. New research published in the Journal of the American Dental Association debunks this practice.
By: Natalie Kaweckyj, LDA, RF, CDA, CDPMA, COA, COMSA, CPFDA, CRFDA, MADAA, BA Are you looking to become a dental assistant or are moving as a current dental assistant? Make sure to check the dental assistant requirements in Wisconsin to see if you are still qualified in the state to practice. Each state has different requirements for dental assistants, here are the levels, and functions permitted for dental assistants in Wisconsin.
Trinity Capital , a leading provider of diversified financial solutions to growth-stage companies, has announced a $40 million facility to support the growth of Convergent Dental, Inc., the power behind Solea, the world’s first computer-aided all-tissue CO 2 dental laser. $20 million was drawn under the facility, and Convergent Dental has the option to draw an additional $20 million , subject to the conditions under the agreement.
This review of pulpotomy ( partial or full) v root canal treatment (RoCT) in permanent teeth with pulpitis included 2 RCTs involving 957 teeth. The findings suggests no difference in pain at 7 days or in success rates at 1 and 5 years but the evidence is limited. The post Pulpotomy v root canal treatment in permanent teeth appeared first on National Elf Service.
In 2021, the Oregon state legislature created licensure for dental therapists to treat patients with limited ability to access dental care in traditional private practices. Three years later, only 13 dental therapists have been licensed and the pilot training program at Pacific University needs $1 million to move forward. Organized dentistry remains opposed to the licensure of dental therapists in the state and lobbyists have succeeded in restricting the path to licensure for those interested in
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