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Life after Graduation: Excel in Your Clinical Setting

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Savanah Craig. I graduated from dental school in March 2022 and I’m currently in a general practitioner residency program. I’m writing to offer some advice for young dentists out there who are about to graduate on how to manage in a clinical setting after graduation. Tips to Excel in Your Clinical Setting After Graduation. 1. Learn from Your Assistants.

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Identity Dental Marketing Recognized as Leader for Dental Start-Ups

Identity Dental

Identity Dental Marketing is the recognized leading provider of marketing for start-up dental practices. Their extensive expertise in all facets of marketing enables them to assist denovos with business naming, logo design, overall branding, website design,SEO, Google Ads optimization, print design, event marketing, social media marketing and more. Utilizing proven methods, Identity is known by […].

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Platelet-rich fibrin combined with a particulate bone substitute versus guided bone regeneration in the damaged extraction socket: an in vivo study

Dental News and Technology

J Clin Periodontol. 2022 Nov 4. doi: 10.1111/jcpe.13742. Online ahead of print. Abstract Aim: It has been proposed that platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) can be used to support bone regeneration during alveolar ridge augmentation. The aim of this study was to determine if an approach utilizing PRF provides similar performance to the established guided bone regeneration (GBR) procedure.

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First Dental Therapist in Oregon Begins Practicing

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Rosalie Goode, RDH, recently began practicing as a dental therapist at Willamette Dental Group in Southern Oregon. She provides restorative care, extracts teeth, and prescribes medications under the supervision of a dentist. Goode is a graduate of a pilot program at the Pacific University School of Dental Hygiene in Forest Grove, Oregon, to create a new midlevel practitioner in the state.

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Tonsilloliths: Case Study

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Dr. Jennifer Bell, DDS, FAGD, FICD. Have you ever had a patient with tonsilloliths? Here is a case study of my experience with it. The post Tonsilloliths: Case Study appeared first on igniteDDS.

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OnTarget Highlight: Preventing and Treating Peri-Implantitis

Off the Cusp

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Read Time: 2 Minute, 39 Second. Not unlike periodontitis, peri-implantitis starts when bacteria develop along the gumline around an implant that, if untreated, eventually damages soft and hard tissue. Peri-implantitis: Know the Facts to Ensure Good Outcomes. Peri-implantitis risk factors. Oral hygiene : Research indicates that lack of oral hygiene is strongly associated with peri-implant disease.

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Comparison of occlusal contact errors of 6 chairside CAD/CAM crowns: a self-controlled clinical study

Dental News and Technology

Published: 05 November 2022 Clinical Oral Investigations (2022)Cite this article Abstract Objectives The purpose of this self-controlled clinical study was to evaluate the trueness of occlusal contacts of chairside CAD/CAM crowns fabricated using different ceramic materials. Materials and methods Ten volunteers (8 females, 2 males, average aged 20–30) were recruited in this study registered in the Clinical Trials Registry (#NCT05346744).

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Dental Assistant Requirements in Illinois

Dentistry Gone Digital

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 Illinois 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 Illinois.

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Do you want more production?

Patient News

How traditional ads are beating digital Oh boy, time flies! It’s November, every day seems busier than the last, and now the holidays are fast approaching. Which means plans and projects could begin to stall or be waylaid – but they don’t have to! Knowing the upcoming season could be distracting with of-the-moment events and time off, it’s not too. The post Do you want more production?

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Predictability of lower incisor tip using clear aligner therapy

Dental News and Technology

Published: 07 November 2022 Progress in Orthodontics volume 23, Article number: 37 (2022) Cite this article Abstract Background Uprighting incisors is particularly important with clear aligner therapy as incisor tip determines the mesio-distal space needed in the arch, and consequently the fit of the aligner. The objective of this study was to investigate the accuracy of ClinCheck® software to predict lower incisor tip by comparing digitally prescribed movements with actual clinical outcomes and

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Russian Code Discovered in CDC and US Army Apps

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

The news agency, Reuters, discovered that Pushwoosh, a technology company purported to be American with headquarters in Washington, DC , was actually a Russian group that created code for many United States apps, including those used by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the US Army. The CDC and the Army have since removed the Pushwoosh code from its apps due to security concerns.

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Dental Assistant Requirements in Indiana

Dentistry Gone Digital

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 Indiana 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 Indiana.

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My Website Looks & Functions Just Fine—Is a Rebuild Really Necessary?

Rosemont Review

When switching to a new digital marketing company, something you may be told is your website needs to be rebuilt as part of the SEO and web strategy takeover process. While this is not likely news you want or expect to hear—particularly if you are pleased with the current look and function of your site—rebuilding the backend of a website in certain circumstances is critical to the long-term success of your online strategy.

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Clinical efficacy of Er:YAG laser application in pulpotomy of primary molars: a 2-year follow-up study

Dental News and Technology

Published: 20 October 2022 Lasers in Medical Science (2022)Cite this article Abstract The present study aimed to analyze the clinical effects of Er:YAG laser applied in pulpotomy of children’s asymptomatic deep caries-affected primary molars. Included primary molar teeth from children (aged 3?~?6 years) were randomly assigned to “Er:YAG laser” and “conventional” groups, and pulpotomies were performed under general anesthesia using the respective approaches.

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Healthcare Clinics Owned by Private Equity Groups Accused of Putting Profits Ahead of Patients

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Private equity firms are becoming more involved in the business of healthcare, with $206 billion spent on more than 1,400 healthcare purchases in 2021, according to the Kaiser Health Network (KHN). Dental service organizations in addition to eye clinics, private physician offices, and hospices, to name a few, are popular investments for private equity firms.

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Dental Assistant Requirements in Iowa

Dentistry Gone Digital

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 Iowa 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 Iowa.

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10 Brilliant Marketing Ideas for Orthodontic Practices

My Social Practice

Marketing Ideas for Orthodontic Practices You Should Do Today! When you’re running a busy orthodontic practice, marketing often falls to the bottom of your overloaded to-do list. However, effective marketing ideas for Orthodontic practices is precisely what will keep your practice busy and thriving. Not only do your efforts keep your schedule full, but a healthy marketing mindset can help you clarify your practice vision, build team unity, and amplify your efforts to support your patients’ healt

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Aleddra Smart Disinfection and Emergency Lighting Ideal for Healthcare Facilities

Dental News and Technology

RENTON, Wash., Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The healthcare engineers and facilities managers are always overloaded with work and looking for products that will meet and exceed their standards. "When they learned that Aleddra's smart emergency Gen4 T8 tube automatically performs the monthly and the annual audit tests, they couldn't wait to test/approve the Gen4 for their facilities," according to Matthew Maa, VP Sales & Marketing.

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Am I Too Old For Wisdom Tooth Extraction?

Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire

The wisdom teeth are the last set of teeth to erupt, and they typically come in between the ages of 17 and 25. For some people, the wisdom teeth may not erupt at all. If they do erupt, there can be a number of problems associated with them, such as crowding, impaction, and infection. In many cases, wisdom tooth extraction is the best solution. If you’re over the age of 25 and your wisdom teeth have not yet erupted, it’s unlikely that they ever will.

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Dental Assistant Requirements in Kansas

Dentistry Gone Digital

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 Kansas 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 Kansas.

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New England Dental Group Launches Sophisticated New Practice Website

Rosemont Review

The dentists at New England Dental Group have announced an upgrade to their practice website, which highlights their new office locations in Boston and Chelmsford. Boston, MA — Offering comprehensive dental solutions to the greater Boston area, New England Dental Group has become known for providing high-quality, compassionate care. To reflect their commitment to excellence, the Boston dentists recently upgraded their practice website with a new, high-end design.

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Managing your Practice from the Palm of your Hand

Logic Tech Corp

Managing Your Dental Practice… Managing your dental practice has never been easier, from appointment scheduling to checking up on patients there are a variety of helpful tools that can help your practice simply by using an app on your phone. Being able to communicate with your patients is vital in maintaining a positive relationship with you and your patient.

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High-Quality and Cost-Effective Replacement Sensor Now Available

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Specifically designed to directly integrate with all the major imaging software applications, the Open Sensor is the perfect replacement sensor. A true open sensor, it works with dental practices’ existing software systems, eliminating the need to learn new software or train staff. The Open Sensor is distributed as part of a subscription club with a low monthly price of $99/month/sensor with a one-time $499/sensor signup fee.

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Dental Assistant Requirements in Kentucky

Dentistry Gone Digital

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 Kentucky 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 Kentucky.

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10 Golden Rules for Excellent Impression

3M

Making an accurate and detailed impression is essential for an excellent prosthetic treatment. In this session we will talk about 10 golden rules that we need to pay attention to in our prosthetic workflows through simplification and standardization. We will also experience together how 3M science can support clinical importance of the precision impression.

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CMS Warns their Medicare Users about Deceptive Marketing.

Denticle

I *love* a free press! There are times when the truth has to get out. According to the Associated Press: With Medicare’s open enrollment underway through Dec. 7, health experts are warning older adults about an uptick in misleading marketing tactics that might lead some to sign up for Medicare Advantage plans that do not cover their regular doctors or prescriptions and drive up out-of-pocket costs.

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Study Shows Early Fluoride Exposure Not Harmful to Child Development

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

A recent study conducted by researchers at the School of Dentistry, Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences at the University of Queensland, Herston, Queensland, Australia, determined that exposure to fluoridated water during the first 5 years of life has no effect on the emotional and behavioral development or executive functioning of children. 1.

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2023’s Best Dental Website Designs: 12 Awesome Examples To Inspire You

My Social Practice

The Best Dental Website Designs. Now that everyone is sure to look you up online before making an appointment, you need one of the best dental website designs to help your practice stand out. Your website creates a powerful impression with new patients, and it has a significant influence on their opinion of your practice. . What do the best dental website designs have in common?

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Dental Hygienists and COVID-19

Central Ohio Periodontics

A collaborative study between the American Dental Association (ADA) and American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) was published in the Journal of Dental Hygiene, looking at the work status of practicing dental hygienists before and during the pandemic. Approximately 4800 U.S. dental hygienist participated in an online survey. The results were: • Of those that responded, 98% were women. • Approximately 8% (one out of 12) left the workforce since the pandemic. started. • 32% of the participa

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What Factors Impact the Cost of Your Dental Malpractice Insurance?

The Big Brush

Dental malpractice insurance, also called professional liability insurance, is one way to defend yourself and protect your personal assets in the case that a malpractice claim is brought against you.

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Supporting Dental Therapy

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Misty Davis, RDH, BS. With more than 20 years of experience in dentistry, Misty Davis, RDH, BS, has worked as a dental assistant, dental hygienist, and administrator. Today, she serves as an oral health program manager at the Michigan Primary Care Association. She provides training and support to Michigan community health center dental departments, administers oral health programs within community health centers, and supports the implementation of dental therapy in Michigan.

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FDA Head Dr. Robert M. Califf Takes Stand on Twitter Membership

Denticle

The fact that Elon Musk now owns Twitter has been a cause of much consternation and concern about what direction Twitter will head in as well as what the future holds for that social network. While a lot of the concerns seem to be political. many are not. I try not to enter into political discussions online as I don't reel that is my place. So with that being said, I *do* think some situations on Twitter bear discussing here.

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Bonding – effective composite restorations in esthetic area

3M

Composite bonding – are direct veneers reserved for composite masters? How to create anterior restorations with maximal esthetic result using simple technique? Step by step instructions to achieve symmetry in both shape and color – things our Patients are looking for in their new smiles. With modern materials You can create and reshape smile in single visit, in predictable and repeatable manor.

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Gain a Competitive Edge with a Sound Marketing Plan

Oral Health Group

Did you know that Canada’s dental market is forecast to grow to US$ 16.61 billion in 2026? The Canada Dental Market: Insights & Forecast with Potential Impact of COVID-19 (2022-2026) report indicates a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 2.41 percent from … The post Gain a Competitive Edge with a Sound Marketing Plan appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Collaborative Approach Takes Aim at Biofilm Formation on Implants

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Biofilm can form anywhere that offers moisture, nutrients, and a surface. It’s basically a community of microorganisms, including bacteria and fungi, that stick together on a surface in a self-generated matrix of proteins, sugars, and nucleic acids. Unfortunately, biofilm can grow on structures throughout the human body, including implant surfaces. This can be a problem when biofilm contains pathogens, in which case, infections can ensue, causing implants to fail.

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School of Dentistry-Led Team Takes Novel Approach to Treating Jaw Osteonecrosis

Denticle

Here is some potentially good news on a dental discovery which may lead to a cure for the dreaded disease BRONJ. It seems that a team of very bright folks from the UCLA School of Dentistry have discovered a topically applied medicament that can allow these lesions to heal uneventfully. Last week I posted some new info from the AAMOS regarding this disease, and now we have some potentially groundbreaking news from UCLA.

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Ensure safe, accurate impressions with disinfection

3M

The post Ensure safe, accurate impressions with disinfection appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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