Dentistry Gone Digital
OCTOBER 23, 2024
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP Index funds have gained immense popularity in recent years, often lauded for their low fees, diversification, and ease of use. However, while they offer a straightforward investment strategy, it may be time for investors to consider alternatives that may provide enhanced returns, tailored strategies, and unique opportunities. Why Look Beyond Index Funds?
Dentistry Today
OCTOBER 22, 2024
LIBERTY Dental Plan of Florida, Inc. (LIBERTY), a dental benefits administrator serving members in areas impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, today announced a $10,000 donation for hurricane relief efforts to Volunteer Florida, whose mission is to strengthen Florida’s communities through national service, fostering volunteerism, and leveraging resources.
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Dental News and Technology
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Bola Technologies, Inc. (Bola AI), the leader in Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based voice solutions for dental practices, has announced a new partnership with Open Dental Software. This partnership will integrate Bola AI’s cutting-edge Voice Perio software directly into Open Dental’s practice management software. Dental practices using Bola Voice will benefit from streamlined clinical workflows, reducing the documentation burden on their staff.
Oral Health Group
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Research does not lend itself well to marketing content that gets results. Announcements on the “latest” tend to be technical, jargon-laden, even misleading. The post A case study for effectively leveraging research appeared first on Oral Health Group.
Dentistry Gone Digital
OCTOBER 25, 2024
By: Dr. Leonard A. Hess, DDS Clinical Director, The Dawson Academy The Article Originally Appeared on TheDawsonAcademy.com In today’s competitive dental market, creating a lasting first impression is more important than ever. One of the simplest yet most effective ways to do this is through an excellent phone greeting. Dental practices, often preoccupied with patient care and procedures, sometimes overlook the importance of phone etiquette.
Dentistry Today
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Vitana Pediatric & Orthodontic Partners (Vitana), a dentist-led dental partnership organization (DPO) focused exclusively on elite pediatric dental and orthodontic practices with operations in Florida, Alabama, Louisiana, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey, is excited to announce its expansion into New York. We are proud to introduce Dr. Marc Lemchen, Dr.
Dental News and Technology
OCTOBER 24, 2024
OraQ AI is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Patterson Dental Canada, Inc., aimed at introducing OraQ’s innovative clinical AI decision support tool to dental professionals across Canada. This collaboration will allow OraQ AI’s advanced dental treatment planning software to empower dental teams and patients to make informed decisions that enhance oral health and boost practice profitability.
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Dentistry Gone Digital
OCTOBER 21, 2024
By: Dawn Patrick , Dental Coach and Director of Operations, IgniteDDS In today’s demanding dental environment, burnout among dental professionals is increasingly common. As a dental leader, your team’s well-being is essential to the long-term success of your practice. Burnout impacts not only productivity but also patient care, team morale, and retention.
Dentistry Today
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC), the world’s largest provider of health care solutions to office-based dental and medical practitioners, announced today that the company will present at the following investor conferences in November: Stifel’s Healthcare Conference at Lotte New York Palace Hotel, New York, on November 18, 2024, at 9:45 AM Eastern Standard Time.
Dental News and Technology
OCTOBER 23, 2024
ClaroNav Dental, a digital dental solutions company, is proud to announce that its revolutionary MicronMapper photogrammetry system is now officially CE-marked for sale in Europe. This marks a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to providing cutting-edge tools that enhance accuracy and precision in dental procedures globally. MicronMapper (CNW Group/ClaroNav Inc.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
OCTOBER 24, 2024
In response to requests from its members, the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) recently approved two interim policies aimed at enhancing the role of dental hygienists in patient care. These policies, effective immediately, will be up for formal adoption in June 2025. The first policy calls for scaling procedures to be recognized as advanced practices, requiring clinicians to have obtained high-level instrumentation, assessment, and critical thinking skills prior to performing scali
Rosemont Review
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Taking high-quality dental before-and-after photos is crucial for showcasing the transformative power of cosmetic and restorative treatments. These photos not only highlight your work but also have the potential to build trust with potential patients. They can also boost your website efforts and dental social media marketing , with many studies emphasizing that prospective patients are keenly interested in seeing visual “proof” of the kinds of results they can achieve in your dental chair.
Dentistry Today
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Archy , a pioneer of cloud-based automation software for dental practices, today announced it has raised $15M in Series A funding in a round led by Entrée Capital, with participation from Bessemer Venture Partners, CRV, Alven, the 20VC Growth Fund, and several angel investors and dental professionals. This investment will drive the further development of the Archy platform, embedding AI across various areas to make dental practices more efficient.
Dental News and Technology
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Today, as part of its Driving Greater Diversity in the Oral Health Workforce campaign, the Delta Dental Institute announced $980,000 in funding to the newest class of awardees of the Delta Dental Oral Health Diversity Fund, the first national fund aimed at encouraging underrepresented school-aged children to pursue a career in oral health. The six awardees are: American Dental Education Association, Diversity in Dentistry Mentorships, Inc., NAF, National Dental Association, Planet Smilez, Inc.,
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Who doesn’t love a giveaway? Sunstar GUM will gift one lucky dental hygienist with these fun prizes: floral dental hygienist sweatshirt, personalized tooth glitter pen, Dimensions of Dental Hygiene tumbler, and samples of your favorite oral hygiene aids from Sunstar GUM! Just fill out this survey to enter today! The survey closes on November 22. Name (Required) First Last Email (Required) Are you a dental hygienist?
Coaches Corner
OCTOBER 25, 2024
There’s a way to get your patients excited about the dental treatment they need, and it doesn’t involve selling. Find out just what it is on this episode of The Dental Practice Fixers podcast for dentists and team members. Then, on our mystery shopper calls, something happened that hasn’t happened in months! You gotta hear it!! Here are some very important and easy ways to help enhance your practice and your life!
Dentistry Today
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Many dental practices believe they don’t need to worry about the competition down the street. After all, with a larger team, cutting-edge technology, or a more personal approach to patient care, it’s easy to assume your practice naturally stands out. While these strengths may hold true in real life, they can be lost when prospective patients search online.
Aerni Dental
OCTOBER 24, 2024
If you have crooked or crowded teeth, there are many good reasons to have them straightened—both for aesthetic purposes and for bite-correction, which can help prevent problems like uneven wearing of teeth, headaches and other issues. Modern dentistry has made many options available for this, from traditional braces to clear aligners. At Aerni Dental, we use a combination of soft and hard clear aligners which generally move teeth faster and with less discomfort than other aligners.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
OCTOBER 23, 2024
There is agreement between endodontists and periodontists that endodontic pathology can cause periodontal pathology. When the pressures from a dental abscess increase, the purulent exudate will follow the path of least resistance. If this path is through the periodontal ligament, a sinus tract can develop through the sulcus, resulting in a deep periodontal pocket.
Denticle
OCTOBER 24, 2024
First of all, the way to help. On Friday November 8th I'll be giving a webinar on data security in the dental office. However, while I'm passionate on the subject doctors need an expert to listen to. That's why the webinar will be a tag team effort by myself and Gary Salman who is the CEO of Black Talon Security. As the CEO of a data security firm, Gary knows this subject forwards and backwards.
Dentistry Today
OCTOBER 22, 2024
INTRODUCTION The aftermath of the devastating fire on August 8, 2023, in Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii, left many locals with unmet basic needs. In addition to becoming homeless overnight, we recognized that some victims had an unexpected dental need. In the chaos of evacuation, many had left behind or lost their dentures. We all know the logistics of the various appointments involved in traditional denture fabrication.
Denton Dental Center
OCTOBER 23, 2024
If you are ready to replace your missing tooth with a dental implant , a consultation with your dentist is your first step. However, your dentist may use a lot of terms that are unfamiliar to you, which can lead to concerns or confusion. There’s no need to worry. Here are the top dental implant terms you should know before your consultation. Abutment An abutment is a special fixture that is placed on a dental implant after your jawbone has healed.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Ensuring that your ultrasonic inserts and tips (UITs) are in optimal condition is key to maintaining high-quality care, minimizing the need for excessive pressure during procedures and preventing equipment malfunction. Additionally, high-quality UITs require less operator pressure. Following are three tips to help decide when it’s time to replace your UITs.
Perio Perio
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Periodontal disease in Sterling, VA, also known as gum disease, is a severe infection that damages the soft tissue and, if not treated promptly, can destroy the bone supporting your teeth. The critical nature of this oral health issue cannot be overstated; periodontal maintenance is necessary to anchor your teeth. Delving the term ‘gum disease,’ this umbrella term covers several different diseases that affect the health of your gums.
Dentistry Today
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Align Technology, Inc. (“Align”) (Nasdaq: ALGN), 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, today announced plans to repurchase $275 million of Align’s common stock through open market transactions as part of its $1.0 billion stock repurchase program, approved by Align’s board of directors in January 2023.
Gilreath Dental
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Fluoride treatments are a staple in dental care, found in dental offices, schools, and public health initiatives. While fluoride is widely accepted for its benefits in promoting dental health, many still have questions about what it does for the body. This article explores fluoride treatments, how they work, and their role in maintaining healthy teeth.… The post Understanding Fluoride Treatments: Benefits and Uses appeared first on Gilreath Family Dentistry Marietta.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Jessica Suedbeck, RDH, BSDH, MS This past July, Jessica Suedbeck, RDH, BSDH, MS, received the Standout Seven Award–Researcher from the American Dental Hygienists’ Association. She is an assistant professor and the senior clinic coordinator at the Gene W. Hirschfeld School of Dental Hygiene, Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, with a passion for research, particularly on the subject of ergonomics.
Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire
OCTOBER 22, 2024
As Halloween approaches, the excitement of costumes, trick-or-treating, and of course, candy fills the air. But while it’s tempting to indulge in sweet treats, Mountain Aire Dentistry wants to remind you that maintaining your dental health should remain a priority. Here are some hauntingly good tips to help you keep your smile bright and healthy this Halloween!
Dentistry Today
OCTOBER 22, 2024
In 2009, the launch of SDR (Smart Dentin Replacement) bulk-fill composite revolutionized restorative dentistry. It became the most preferred flowable material for use as a base liner in 4 mm placements, offering a flowable consistency. With more than 135 million applications¹ and several long-term clinical studies, SDR flow+ remains the bulk-fill technology of choice for quick and easy direct restorations, providing clinically reliable results.² The flowable bulk-fill chemistry used in SDR Flow
Denticle
OCTOBER 22, 2024
I mentioned this not too long ago, but I want to re-emphasize this course because I think it's that important. Tonight at 7:00pm Eastern Time, there is a great webinar being given by Dr. Nate Lawson. Every doctor works in the anterior region and the profession has all kinds of choices in techniques and materials to provide the best aesthetic results possible.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Salivary gland dysfunction, caused by radiation therapy or diseases such as Sjögren syndrome, leaves patients struggling with persistent xerostomia, which hampers speech, swallowing, and overall oral health. Helping these patients manage the symptoms has traditionally involved treatments such as fluoride mouthrinses, xylitol lozenges, and prescription salivary substitutes.
Healthy Smiles
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Dental emergencies can happen unexpectedly, leaving you in pain or distress. In such moments, knowing you have a reliable emergency dentist in Tally Ho to turn to can make all the difference. However, not all dentists offer emergency services, and choosing the right one requires careful consideration. Selecting an emergency dentist in advance can save you time and stress during an emergency.
Dentistry Today
OCTOBER 24, 2024
LuxCreo, Inc., the leading platform for personalized medical and dental devices, has partnered with EMA Sleep, Inc. to scale and enable in-clinic advanced manufacturing of the industry-leading EMA device to treat Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). LuxCreo’s iLux Pro personalized medical device platform enables clinics to design and produce 3D EMA sleep device and other medical and dental appliances both in-house and at scale, driving immediate and significant improvements in patient outcomes.
Denton Dental Center
OCTOBER 21, 2024
With just a few more days before Halloween, time is running out for costume inspiration, but if you’re in a pinch, here are some tooth themed costumes that you can try without needing to run around to too many places to find accessories. Whether you’re trying to showcase your stunning smile or you’re just a big fan of teeth, these five ideas will help you have the best Halloween ever!
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
OCTOBER 20, 2024
Dental hygiene students at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) College of Dentistry recently participated in a pioneering hands-on simulation designed to help them care for patients with special healthcare needs and disabilities (SHCND). Held at UNMC’s Davis Global Center, the students trained in an advanced operating room simulation, preparing them to assist in treating patients with complex dental conditions in hospital settings.
Denticle
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Meet Samba, the new toothbrush from Curaprox. It's an interesting concept. It uses a combination of high and low frequency movements, a flexible brush head and a thin 12,900 bristles structure. This design allows Samba to clean all the 36 surfaces of teeth. The really interesting thing about it is that all of this happens without having to move your hand.
Dentistry Today
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Sonendo, Inc. (OTCQX: SONX) (“Sonendo”), a leading dental technology company and developer of the GentleWave System, has announced the launch of ProControl as the company’s latest advancement in endodontic care. The ProControl software update enables optimized cleaning of complex anatomy and increased procedural efficiency. ProControl allows endodontists to adjust procedure fluid concentration levels when using the CleanFlow procedure instrument, tailoring treatments to each pa
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