Oral Health Group
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
Organizing the Organization A team that performs well is a team that is organized. In a busy dental office, is there time to organize the organization? Professional and personal lives alike, one must make the time. An office with well-polished … The post Cancel Your Staff Meeting – Have a Team Huddle Instead! appeared first on Oral Health Group.
Dental News and Technology
FEBRUARY 21, 2022
The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry Published: February 18, 2022 DOI: [link] Abstract Statement of problem The placement of narrow-diameter implants (NDIs) in the posterior region is still debated in view of the high biomechanical risks in these areas. Purpose The purpose of this retrospective observational study was to evaluate the success and survival rates of NDIs restored with fixed prostheses in the posterior region (primary outcome) and analyze whether splinting multiple units (prosthesis
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Dentistry Gone Digital
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
By: Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH. There has been a great deal of development in the subject of infection control (IC) over the last century as we have grown to understand the concept. We know how it affects the quality of treatment and overall dental office safety. Over time, research on infection control prevention and management has yielded insights that have been gradually integrated into the curriculum and training courses.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
On Friday, February 25, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revised its recommendation that Americans wear masks while in public indoor spaces in order to reduce the transmission of SARS-CoV-2, suggesting they are only necessary when a high level of novel coronavirus is circulating. After a winter COVID-19 surge due to the easily spread Omicron variant, the number of new COVID-19 cases has dropped dramatically over the past 2 weeks.
Oral Health Group
FEBRUARY 21, 2022
Interested in contributing to Oral Health Group’s blog? Email marley@newcom.ca for more information! The post Where to Find an Audience and Build Your Dental Brand appeared first on Oral Health Group.
Dental News and Technology
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
Interviews, insights and inspirational content are the focus of exocad's new online resource "exoBlog" DARMSTADT, Germany, Feb. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- exocad, an Align Technology, Inc. company and a leading dental CAD/CAM software provider, today announced the launch of "exoBlog," a community-based blog that will feature educational interviews with practitioners, dental technicians and thought leaders in the dental industry.
Rosemont Review
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
Google Maps is filled with tons of reviews for local businesses that people can easily read and discover. These reviews are written by users for users to help others figure out if a business is worth visiting. Whether you’re looking for a restaurant, museum, plastic surgery office, or dental clinic, reviews can provide local knowledge and insight into the best places to go for your needs.
Dentistry Driven brings together the best content for dental professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
YapiApp
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
How Do I Find The Best Dental Practice Management Software? What is the best dental practice management software? How do I choose the right solution for my practice? What about add-on software, is it necessary? Find out all the answers to these questions in this article. ……… If you’re researching dental practice management software (PMS) , you already know that there are an overwhelming number of systems to choose from.
Dental News and Technology
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
OAK BROOK, Ill. , Feb. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Delta Dental released new findings from its 2022 Original Tooth Fairy Poll® that show the Tooth Fairy's average cash gift reached $5.36 per tooth, a record high in the 24-year history of the poll. Newly disclosed value of a lost tooth has more than quadrupled since the inception of the Original Tooth Fairy Poll®.
Phoenix Endodontist
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
When you are missing or have failing natural teeth, you may wonder if your only option is to live with this condition. You could get dentures, but maybe you worry they won’t be compatible with your lifestyle, or take too much effort. Dental implants are the other common solution to natural tooth loss. They are not for everyone, but different types of implants exist for different treatment challenges.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
Michael Burrell / iStock / Getty Images Plus. February is National Children’s Dental Health Month and there’s no better time to shine a spotlight on caries, which is one of the most prevalent childhood diseases in the United States. Caries can severely impact childhood development in multiple ways. According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately one in five children ages 5 to 11 have at least one untreated decayed tooth.
The Dental Elf
FEBRUARY 20, 2022
This review of the efficacy of fluoride-free nano-hydroxyapatite agents (nHA) to enhance remineralisation or hamper demineralisation of enamel caries included 10 small studies. 5 studies were in-vivo and 5 in-situ but they were of short duration with 7 being at high risk of bias so provide very low certainty evidence. Additional high quality well reported studies are needed to assess nHA.
Dental News and Technology
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
Midmark and Bien-Air will partner up to combine Midmark’s care delivery units with Bien-Air’s micromotor and contra-angle handpieces. Midmark and Bien-Air Announce Partnership Midmark has announced a new strategic partnership with Bien-Air Dental SA. This partnership aims to enhance patient experience through the combination of Bien-Air’s electric handpiece solutions and Midmark’s dental delivery equipment.
Creekview Dental
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
What’s the difference between dental onlays and crowns ? Is one better than the other for repairing your smile? Dental onlays and crowns are both treatments for restoring a damaged tooth. After assessing the condition of your tooth, your dentist can recommend which of these restorations is best for you. . What are Crowns? A dental crown is a custom-fitted covering that encases the entire visible portion of a tooth.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
Olivia Morzenti, BS, RDH, CDHC, MS(c). Olivia Morzenti, BS, RDH, CDHC, MS(c), does not have time to waste. If she is not working on coursework as a gradate student in the Master of Science in Dental Hygiene Program at Idaho State University, then she is in clinical practice at a private dental office in Green Bay, Wisconsin, or as public health hygienist at Oral Health Partnership.
The Dental Elf
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
This review of the efficacy of interdental cleaning devices (ICDs) used with active substances, as adjuncts to toothbrushing included 7 RCTs. However, none of the available studies was at low risk of bias and all were small. While the findings suggest s benefit from using ICDs with active substances the evidence is of very low certainty so additional high qiality well reported trials are needed.
Dental News and Technology
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
ALGONQUIN, Ill., Feb. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Young Innovations, a leading global supplier of dental products, today announced the acquisition of Medical Purchasing Solutions (MPS). Based in Scottsdale, AZ, Medical Purchasing Solutions is a leading supplier of pharmaceuticals and other surgical supplies that meet the needs of the growing oral pain management, oral surgery, and dental implant markets.
The Big Brush
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
Growing a dental practice can be challenging, but through technology, digitization, and automation, you can save time, track your growth, and improve your business overall.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
Sanofi and GSK are expected to request Emergency Use Authorization from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its two-dose COVID-19 vaccine that uses traditional immunization technology rather than the new mRNA approach implemented by the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 shots. The new vaccine regimen demonstrated 100% efficacy against severe COVID-19 illness and hospitalization and 75% effectiveness against moderate to severe disease.
The Dental Elf
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
This review of the association between non-antiresorptive medications and medication?related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) included 70 studies. A majority of the studies (77%) were case series and the quantity and quality of the evidence is low so the findings should be interpreted cautiously. The post Medication?related osteonecrosis of the jaw and non-antiresorptive medications appeared first on National Elf Service.
Dental News and Technology
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
J Am Dent Assoc. 2022 Feb 9;S0002-8177(21)00705-4. doi: 10.1016/j.adaj.2021.10.011. Online ahead of print. Abstract Background: Studies estimate that approximately one-third of all opioid prescriptions (Rxs) from dentists are associated with nonsurgical dental procedures, which suggests unwarranted opioid use. Methods: The authors conducted a retrospective longitudinal cohort study of adult Medicaid beneficiaries using administrative claims data from New York (NY) and Oregon (OR) (2014-2016) to
Denticle
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
MouthWatch, LLC recently announced the integration of its award-winning, market leading TeleDent teledentistry platform with Open Dental Software’s open-source practice management system. TeleDent users now have the ability to utilize Open Dental’s powerful, flexible, and affordable practice management software that delivers a host of benefits to small and large practices alike According to MouthWatch LLC founder and CEO Brant Herman.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
FEBRUARY 21, 2022
A poll conducted by the Pew Research Center found that Americans’ trust in scientists and institutions has decreased over the past year. In November 2020, 40% of Americans said they trusted scientists; today, this percentage is down to 29%. In the same poll, 29% of respondents believed that scientists were working with the goal of ensuring public health compared to 39% in November 2020.
Coaches Corner
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
“Bloody Prophy” – US vs. England. George Bernard Shaw once said “ England and America are two countries separated by a common language,” and that applies to dentistry too! Read on to find out why, and to learn why this is so important for the health of your practice. . Most of us know that “chips” means a different form of greasy, unhealthy, and delicious fried potatoes here and across the pond.
ASDA Blog
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
A small fish in a big pond — that’s what I felt like. Despite being so excited to attend UCLA, I couldn’t help but feel lost in a crowd of highly accomplished people and plagued by a mild case of imposter syndrome. But your college experience is what you make it, and I was determined to live out my undergraduate years to its fullest potential. My immediate concerns were finding a career path and a community I belonged to that would help me grow.
Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
Are you in need of a new dentist? If so, it can be difficult to determine which practice is best for you. There are many factors to consider, such as location, hours of operation, and services offered. In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through the process of finding the best dentist for your needs. We’ll provide tips on how to narrow down your search, ask the right questions during your consultation, and more!
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
As the United States approaches the end of the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic, a national poll notes that 25% of respondents say it remains difficult for them to access care from physicians or oral health professionals. These findings were captured in a new survey, State of Access to Healthcare in America, released by Teva Pharmaceuticals in collaboration with the Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta. .
Coaches Corner
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
Relax – Let Your Practice Run Itself There is no doubt about it – without the proper systems, it’s impossible to have a practice that runs smoothly. And without a smoothly running practice, you are constantly wasting time putting out fires, dealing with headaches, and being less productive than you should be. But how do you develop the systems that will finally allow you to have a practice that runs itself while you do all the fun stuff like treat patients?
Denticle
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
New collaboration brings enhanced simplicity and safety to the dental operatory Midmark Corp., a leading dental solutions provider focused on the design of the clinical environment to improve the delivery of care, today announced a new strategic partnership with Bien-Air Dental SA that combines the two companies’ renowned dental technology into a simple, easy to use delivery care solution.
Secure Smiles
FEBRUARY 21, 2022
For most people, brushing their teeth makes their mouths feel fresh and healthy. However, if you have sore and sensitive gums, then brushing your teeth may feel like a nightmare. If you’re experiencing sensitive gums in Beverly Hills, let’s look at why your gums may hurt when brushing your teeth and how Dr. Shlosberg can help. What Causes Sore Gums?
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
The intersection of oral health and behavioral and social sciences is highlighted in a newly released international consensus statement spearheaded by West Virginia University researcher Daniel W. McNeil, PhD, MA. Noting that “oral health is a mirror of overall health,” Daniel W. McNeil, PhD, MA, a clinical health psychologist at West Virginia University in Morgantown, is leading efforts to improve global oral health through what some might consider a novel means.
Healthy Smiles
FEBRUARY 21, 2022
The majority of people remove their wisdom teeth when they are in their teens or early twenties. In some cases, people are completely unaware that their wisdom teeth have arrived. Wisdom teeth have a high chance of causing problems, such as impaction. However, a dentist may have advised the patient that extraction was unnecessary in some cases. Wisdom teeth may begin to cause problems years or decades later.
Denticle
FEBRUARY 21, 2022
Endodontics continues to evolve and I am excited to see *all* aspects of the treatment evolve as well. We've seen major improvements in the last 10 years in both instrumentation as well as irrigation. In the early to mid 2000s we saw the dawn of bonded obturation systems, but since then I feel the most improvements had been outside the realm of the filling process.
3M
FEBRUARY 21, 2022
The use of bulk fill materials have increased over the last years. The handling of these differs compared to traditional universal composites. This webinar will cover the following: Indications for bulk fill composites. To keep in mind when using bulk fill material. Esthetic. Shrinkage. Polymerization Curing. March 22th 06:00-07:00h pm CET, Swedish language.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
SARINYAPINNGAM / iStock / Getty Images Plus. Obesity is a significant problem around the world. According to the World Health Organization, obesity reached epidemic levels in in June 2021 with rates having tripled since 1975. Overweight and obesity combined are directly responsible for the deaths of at least 2.8 million people across the globe. Defined as an abnormal or excessive accumulation of fat, these conditions are risk factors for illnesses such as type 2 diabetes, cancer, and heart disea
Dentistry Gone Digital
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
We already know that infection control is paramount for creating safe dental visits by ensuring the safety of patients and staff. Both OSHA and the CDC also support the role of the ICC, with recommendations that every office should have one on-site. But aside from dental office safety, having an Infection Control Coordinator (ICC) to implement and manage your office infection control prevention plan can bring a multitude of benefits to your practice.
Denticle
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
I'm heading to Chicago today for the 157th Chicago Dental Society MidWinter Meeting! I'll be meeting with companies and scouring the trade show for the latest and greatest improvements.
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