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Tips for Successful Networking with Your Dental Colleagues

Oral Health Group

Staying connected with peers has always been a way for humans to thrive in their chosen professions while improving their social lives. In the digital technologies and online operations age, networking with peer groups has gained importance like never before. … The post Tips for Successful Networking with Your Dental Colleagues appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Innovative Patented Appliances Allow Oral Care for NIV Patients without Mask Removal

Dental News and Technology

SALT LAKE CITY, Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ReddyPort, a NIV-focused medical technology company, announced today that US Patent No 11,324,910 has been issued by the US Patent Office covering Positive Pressure Ventilation Appliance Modules and Related Systems and Methods. ReddyPortÒ products promote NIV success by empowering clinicians with efficient access to provide standardized oral care without removing the mask or loss of therapeutic pressures.

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Calcifications/Radiopacities: Case Study

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Dr. Chad Duplantis, D.D.S., F.A.G.D. Here is a case study on my experience with a patient with calcifications/radiopacities. The Patient with Calcifications/Radiopacities. 55-year-old female Healthy New patient to our practice From Patient: I’ve been wearing a denture since I was 22 years old. I can’t stand looking at it, and I can’t afford implants at this time.

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Avaliação Do Pin Up 2024: Casino E Bet, Recursos Do Software, Confiavel, Codigo Promocional E Bonu

Ask The Dentist

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Brush up on hand hygiene for Global Handwashing Day

Off the Cusp

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Read Time: 7 Minute, 23 Second. Global Handwashing Day is a day of advocacy focused on handwashing with soap as an easy, effective and inexpensive way to prevent the spread of diseases and save lives. Celebrated each year on October 15, Global Handwashing Day is a campaign by the Global Handwashing Partnership, a coalition of international stakeholders who work to promote handwashing with soap and recognize hygiene as a pillar of international development an

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Comparative analysis of intaglio surface trueness of cement-retained implant-supported prostheses generated by a cast-free digital workflow and a three-dimensionally printed cast workflow

Dental News and Technology

Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry Published:September 27, 2022DOI:[link] Abstract Statement of problem Comparative analysis of the accuracy of the prostheses produced by a cast-free digital workflow and 3-dimensional (3D) printing cast workflow is lacking. Purpose The purpose of the present investigation was to compare the intaglio surface trueness of implant-supported prostheses fabricated by using 3 different digital workflows: cast-free computer-aided design (CAD), 3D-printed cast CAD (direct i

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Words of Wisdom from Accomplished Dentist: Dr. Alan Stern

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Jennifer Murphy, DDS, FAGD. Dr. Alan G. Stern graduated from the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry in 1981. He completed a 1 year GPR, then worked as an associate dentist for 5 years before opening his FFS practice in Ocean, NJ in 1987. . Dr. Stern is also an ACE Certified Health Coach and Behavior Change Specialist. He wanted to share that at age 66 he held a plank for 10 minutes and is training to attain new fitness goals.

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Organized Dentistry Makes a Big Push for the Ensuring Lasting Smiles Act

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

The Ensuring Lasting Smiles Act (ELSA), which would guarantee that all health insurance plans cover medically necessary treatment, including dental services, for patients with congenital anomalies, was passed by the United States House of Representatives in April. It needs to be passed by the US Senate in order to become law. Thus, the Organized Dentistry Coalition—a group of dentist-only organizations dedicated to lobbying for the interests of dentists as small business owners—is making a push

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Color stability and surface roughness of ormocer- versus methacrylate-based single shade composite in anterior restoration

Dental News and Technology

Published: 27 September 2022 BMC Oral Health volume 22, Article number: 430 (2022) Cite this article Abstract Background The blending ability of universal shade composites and their stability in the oral environment are of great concern in restoring anterior teeth. This study aims to evaluate and compare the color stability and surface roughness of two single-shade composite restorations, ormocer-based composite (OBC) and methacrylate resin-based composite (RBC), after storing them in different

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4 Conditions That Dental Crowns Can Help With

Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire

Dental crowns are one of the most versatile dental procedures available. They can be used to address a variety of dental issues, from restoring a tooth that has been damaged by decay to covering a dental implant. In this blog post, we will discuss four conditions that dental crowns can help with. If you are experiencing any of these issues, then you should consider scheduling an appointment with Mountain Aire Dentistry to see if a dental crown is right for you!

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Part 3: “Why Legwork?” Websites

Planet DDS

“We wanted to streamline our website and SEO, and find a company that would handle our patient recall and have the ability to host our website and boost us on Google. Legwork was the only company to have all those services available under one roof. We were also very happy to have the ability to use online forms.” – Elise M. . Many dental websites serve more as a glorified brochure than for online marketing to attract new patients and delight current customers with easy-to-use, web-based t

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Will the US See a COVID-19 Resurgence This Fall?

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

The United States has seen declining numbers of COVID-19 after reaching a plateau over the summer. Unfortunately, this decrease may not be here to stay. As the weather grows colder and Americans spend more time inside, the risk for COVID-19 transmission increases. Some projection models suggest we won’t see any steep increases through December of this year; however, other researchers suggest that the circulation of subvariants to the novel coronavirus could cause a surge in US cases.

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The effect of the national scaling program on tooth loss: a claim-based matched large cohort study in Korea

Dental News and Technology

Community Dent Health. 2022 Sep 23. doi: 10.1922/CDH_00221Choi06. Online ahead of print. Abstract Objective: Tooth loss affects quality of life. Scaling is a measure to prevent periodontal disease and tooth loss. This study aimed to determine the effect of scaling on tooth loss. Basic research design: Secondary analysis of the Korean National Health Insurance Services database, comprising 514,866 Koreans as an initial cohort, followed for 14 years up to 2015.

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Candy sweet swap: A fun Halloween dental marketing campaign

Off the Cusp

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Read Time: 3 Minute, 43 Second. I recently read a University of Bordeaux research study from waaaaay back in 2000. The study was to gauge the addictiveness of sugar compared to cocaine addiction. The title of the study was called Intense Sweetness Surpasses Cocaine Reward and you probably already guessed, sugar is more addictive than cocaine.

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ADA Q3 results & what you can do

Patient News

Direct mail newsletters make a big impact! The ADA HPI Q3 report just hit and it reveals some important metrics for dental practitioners and office owners. After all, with knowledge comes the ability to act proactively to improve your practice results. The report finds that the overall outlook of dentists is somewhat positive for their own dental practice.

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Vermont Town Is Shocked to Learn Its Community Water Fluoridation Program Has Been Tampered With, Drastically Reducing Efficacy

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

The scenic town of Richmond, Vermont—nestled in the western foothills of the Green Mountains—is home to approximately 4,000 residents, most of whom believed their community water was fluoridated. Unbeknownst to residents or city leadership, 4 years ago, Richmond’s water and wastewater superintendent lowered the city’s fluoride level to an amount below what the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends to effectively prevent dental caries.

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5 SEO Mistakes That Are Easy to Make

Rosemont Review

Let’s face it—SEO can be confusing, and sometimes it might not be clear when you’re doing something wrong. This is especially true when certain tactics that were formerly considered useful become black hat SEO strategies. Staying on top of best practices to avoid these errors can be difficult when you are busy trying to run a dental or medical practice, so it’s not uncommon to make the following simple mistakes: Not paying attention to popular searches.

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Antibiotics for dental infections – Short or long duration courses?

The Dental Elf

This review comparing short (3–5 days) or longer courses (?7 days) of antibiotics for the treatment of dental infections in general practice only included one small RCTs. No differences were seen between short an dlong courses but the findings should be interpreted cautiously becaise of the limited data available. The post Antibiotics for dental infections – Short or long duration courses?

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Effective Ways To Market Your Dental Clinic

Logic Tech Corp

Marketing your dental office can be a challenging task and an added stress to an already heavy workload. Reaching out to your potential clients and exploring the variety of ways you can market your practice is vital in ensuring the success of your dental office. Marketing is all about building your brand name and reaching out to potential clients. From social media advertising such as instagram and facebook, to using SMS and newsletters there are a variety of ways to market your dental practice.

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Eye Massager Makes Big Difference in Reducing Dental Anxiety

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

A recent case report found that an eye massager significantly reduced dental anxiety prior to a tooth extraction procedure. Published in Cureus , the case report chronicled the removal of an impacted mandibular third molar in an 18-year-old woman. The patient noted she had traumatic dental experiences as a child and reported high anxiety levels regarding the surgery.

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5 SEO Mistakes That Are Easy to Make

Rosemont Review

Let’s face it—SEO can be confusing, and sometimes it might not be clear when you’re doing something wrong. This is especially true when certain tactics that were formerly considered useful become black hat SEO strategies. Staying on top of best practices to avoid these errors can be difficult when you are busy trying to run a dental or medical practice, so it’s not uncommon to make the following simple mistakes: Not paying attention to popular searches.

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Metronidazole for treatment of non-periodontal dental infections

The Dental Elf

This review of whether metronidazole used as monotherapy or in addition to a ?-lactam antibiotic offers any additional benefit over ?-lactam monotherapy in non- periodontal dental infections includes 3 RCTs. The findings suggest that metronidazole does not provide superior clinical results compared to ?-lactam antibiotics for the treatment of non-periodontal dental infections.

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Pediatric Dentist and Affiliated Practices to Pay Over $750,000 to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations

Denticle

Why do people do these things? The US Department of Justice does not tolerate abuse of federal healthcare dollars. If you are attempting to game the system, you WILL be caught. Then there is the fact of ethics and the Hippocratic Oath. I salute the hard work of the law enforcement and prosecution team involved with this case. As a licensed professional and a healer, I am appalled at this type of news.

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Where does chlorhexidine work best?

3M

The post Where does chlorhexidine work best? appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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Author Jay Samit talks about Future Proofing Yourself

Go Ask Fred

The latest Superbold podcast features Jay Samit, whose book Future Proofing You is a worldwide bestseller. We go deep into his vast career spanning the music and video business, VR and more, and how anyone can radically change their future … Continue reading → The post Author Jay Samit talks about Future Proofing Yourself appeared first on Go Ask Fred: The Blog of Fred Joyal.

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Dental erosion in children and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease

The Dental Elf

This review of the association between gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and dental erosion in children included 13 observational studies. The findings suggest positive association association between GERD and dental erosion in children however this should be interpreted cautiously because of the wide variety of diagnostic methods used in the included studies.

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Buffalo delivers ‘good news to the poor’ in Sierra Leone

ASDA Blog

I recall the day after I returned from a week-long dental mission trip in Sierra Leone, a country on the southwest coast of West Africa. I was walking to work in New York City. For a moment, it felt like I’d never been to Kono, a district in Sierra Leone’s war-torn eastern province. I’m living in a city with tons of restaurants and bakeries around me.

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Hands-on virtual training with StyleItaliano

3M

The post Hands-on virtual training with StyleItaliano appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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What Services Does Cosmetic Dentistry Provide?

Gilreath Dental

Cosmetic dentistry is a therapy that focuses on making your teeth seem better. Seven while aesthetic dentistry procedures are often optional and not necessary, there are circumstances in which they offer restorative benefits. Read the blog to discover cosmetic dentistry services. Services Provided By Cosmetic Dentistry Inlays and Onlays Indirect fillings, a dental laboratory created,… The post What Services Does Cosmetic Dentistry Provide?

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Australian Study Demonstrates Safety of Community Water Fluoridation

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

A new study out of the University of Queensland in Brisbane, Australia, shows that consuming fluoridated water had no effect on the brain development of children. Published in the Journal of Dental Research , the study included more than 2,800 Australian children. The researchers used a sample of children ages 5 to 10 from Australia’s National Child Oral Health Study 2012–14.

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Why Is My Wisdom Tooth Is Black?

Best Dentist in Houston

Sugary foods and drinks we enjoy can leave bacteria on the surface of our teeth. Despite regular dental cleanings, some bacteria may be stubborn and end up causing wisdom teeth to turn black. The black color should be a red flag since it signifies a possible underlying condition. If you notice that your wisdom tooth is turning black, it may be time to visit your dentist.

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Is Gum Disease Contagious In Blackburn?

Healthy Smiles

Gum inflammation is a prevalent feature of gingivitis or gum disease, a periodontal disease. Swollen, sensitive, red, and bleeding gums are frequent signs of gingivitis. A bacterial infection spreading to the gums due to plaque buildup is the leading cause of gingivitis. When dental hygiene is neglected, it can impact both kids and adults. Saliva has the potential to spread the bacterium that causes gingivitis.

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WhipMix is Stepping Up with a TurnKey 3D Solution

Denticle

I love it when a company does things the right way. I've recently been doing a Test Drive for Whipmix and I've been very impressed. Often when I'm working on an evaluation for a company, I am working with a single product. However, the work I've been doing lately is a little different. Whipmix has entered 3D in a big way with a whole turnkey system.

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Latest Research Shows No Decline in Teen Vaping

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Despite nationwide educational campaigns to reduce the number of teenagers who vape, a recent study shows these efforts have had little impact. The government research discovered that 14% of teens surveyed reported vaping recently, compared to 11% in 2021. However, in 2019, 28% of teen participants reported vaping. The May 2022 data found only 3% of middle schoolers admitted to vaping recently.

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Challenge in the diagnosis, evaluation, and management of burning mouth sensation: A retrospective cohort study

Dental News and Technology

J Am Dent Assoc. 2022 Sep 24;S0002-8177(22)00461-5. doi: 10.1016/j.adaj.2022.07.014. Abstract Background: Burning mouth sensation is a common symptom with varying etiologies that can affect patient quality of life. The authors aimed to investigate the clinical characteristics, differentiate the underlying causes, and evaluate the impact on quality of life of patients with burning mouth sensation.

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Program Helps Patients With Disabilities Receive Much-Needed Dental Care

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Individuals with significant disabilities who require sedation in order to successfully receive professional dental care are often out of luck. Many dental providers are not prepared to care for patients with special needs and the number of dental practices accepting Medicaid is low. In St. Louis, a new program is combatting this problem with an innovative collaboration.

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HHS Authorizes Dentists, Dental Students to Administer Vaccines Against Monkeypox

Denticle

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is amending a Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness Act declaration to authorize additional providers, including dentists and dental students, to vaccinate patients against monkeypox virus, smallpox and other orthopoxviruses in a declared emergency, according to an Oct. 3 news release. The Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness Act, or PREP Act, allows the Health and Human Services Secretary to issue a medical countermeasures declaratio

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