Identity Dental

DECEMBER 17, 2021

NEWS PROVIDED BY Identity Dental Marketing Dec 17, 2021 TAMPA, Fla., Dec. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Identity Dental Marketing has hired experienced dental clinicians and office managers bringing unprecedented dental knowledge to their written content and client experience. In addition to adding an experienced COO to the team, owner and founder Grace Rizza, has also […].

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Oral Health Group

DECEMBER 13, 2021

TikTok is a short-form, video-sharing app that allows users to create and publish 3- minutes videos (up from 15 seconds originally) on any desired topic. It is an excellent way for individuals and businesses to gather exposure and promote their … The post Why TikTok Matters and How You Can Use It To Promote Your Dental Practice appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Queen of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 15, 2021

HELLO my fabulous readers. I have so many dental “tidbits” that I thought I would share these nuggets of new information (and a little review) with you. Sometimes you just need news you can use right away. Period. Skip the lengthy wordsy stuff and get to the meat of the matter. I did my best to do that for you. A few entries got away from me.

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Dental News and Technology

DECEMBER 17, 2021

The tech-driven dental company brings a modern approach to oral health to two new major markets NEW YORK, Dec. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Tend, the first dentist that people actually look forward to, announced its debut in Boston and Atlanta, closing out a year of unprecedented growth for the company. Three new locations in the two cities add to the company's strong presence on the East Coast, where they currently operate in New York and Washington, DC.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

DECEMBER 14, 2021

By: Maysa Hattab. Revisiting the perennial, occasionally contentious subject of free (or almost free) continuing dental education from a wintry northwest England by way of Ignite HQ, this time for those practicing in the UK, or anyone considering a move here. What’s the difference? Dental CPD Requirements Across the UK. Unlike local board requirements stateside, the core Enhanced Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements for dentists across the UK nations (England, Scotland, Wales,

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Off the Cusp

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Share. Tweet. Share. Easy question: what is dentistry’s No. 1 problem today? If your practice is like most, it’s finding and keeping great team members! Challenging question: what’s the No. 1 reason for this dental staffing issue? If you’re like most dentists, you’d rather be liked, then trusted and respected. Hear me out.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 11, 2021

According to the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 40 Americans—75% of whom are fully vaccinated against COVID-19— have been diagnosed with the new Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2. While this doesn’t seem like anything to celebrate, the good news is that most of these cases resulted in only mild symptoms. The most frequently reported symptoms among those with the Omicron variant include cough, mild congestion, and malaise.

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Planet DDS

DECEMBER 14, 2021

The year 2021 proved to be a year marked with lingering uncertainty from the pandemic. Yet growth projections still show that dentistry is on-track to see a surge to $30.5 billion by 2027. . And while a high percentage are ready to put the COVID-19 pandemic to rest, there are still long lasting effects on the dental industry. The ADA (American Dental Association) is keeping it’s finger on the pulse of pandemic impact data. .

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YapiApp

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Exclusive Interview With Dr. Nate Jeal. That’s not all! Grab a copy of our newest eGuide! “Practice Management Advice from 6 Established Dentists.” . Grab a Copy! Here’s a maybe not-so-popular secret: much of what is taught in dental school needs to be relearned in the real world. As a new(er) dentist, you may think that building a solid reputation as a dentist means knocking your patients’ socks off with your dental knowledge and explanation of treatments.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Oregon Health & Science University researchers found that vaccinated individuals who developed breakthrough COVID-19 infections were left with “super immunity” against the Delta and other variants. Published in the Journal of the American Medical Association , the study showed that the protection provided by COVID-19 vaccination was greatly enhanced by a breakthrough infection, which generated an intense immune response.

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Dental News and Technology

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Braz Dent J. 2021 Dec 6;32(5):114-128. doi: 10.1590/0103-6440202104742. eCollection 2021. Abstract The objective of this critical review of literature is to discuss relevant clinical factors associated with root fractures (RF) visualized by using a new CBCT software. RF constitutes a common occurrence and a challenge in clinical practice, in which the diagnosis becomes essential for the definition of rapid and precise decision-making.

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Patient News

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Are your savings costing you? I recently read a promotion that stated it “costs” 7x less to retain a patient than to attract a new one. And there’s a pretty standard message for marketers and business owners that acquiring a new customer can “cost” 5x more than retaining an existing customer. Except dentistry is different. The “cost” of NOT acquiring.

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YapiApp

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Reclaim your day with YAPI Pay! Our newest feature for online dental billing. Available now to all YAPI users and included in any YAPI Plan. Watch Video. Let’s face it: printing and mailing billing statements to patients can be a hassle. Between printing the statement, sending it via snail mail, waiting on a return payment, processing, then finally sending the receipt – this process is tedious and time-consuming.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 16, 2021

The United States Army is developing a vaccine that may be effective against all coronaviruses, including SARS-CoV-2. The vaccine, called spike ferritin nanoparticle, utilizes ferritin, a protein, in a ball-like scaffold that encompasses imitations of a spike protein that coronaviruses use to penetrate cells. The use of many spike proteins in an orderly manner seems to initiate a strong immune response to a variety of pathogens.

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Dental News and Technology

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Clin Periodontol. 2021 Dec 8. doi: 10.1111/jcpe.13574. Online ahead of print. Abstract Aim: The goal was to use a Deep Convolutional Neural Network to measure the radiographic alveolar bone level to aid periodontal diagnosis. Material and methods: A Deep Learning (DL) model was developed by integrating three segmentation networks (bone area, tooth, cementoenamel junction) and image analysis to measure the radiographic bone level and assign radiographic bone loss (RBL) stages.

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Burbank Dental Implants

DECEMBER 13, 2021

$399 dental implant. Don’t fall for it! What is the catch? Why are implants so expensive? These are these things I hear all of the time. Let’s address some of these things…especially the $399 dental implant catch and some of the advertisements you might see. Watch the video or read below (video transcription lightly edited for easier reading).

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My Social Practice

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Local Dental SEO Tips and Ideas: Google Maps Optimization. The most effective way to increase your new patient flow in 2022 is through first page rankings on the Google map (AKA the Google Map 3-Pack). More than 2/3rds of potential patients use the Google map to find a local dentist. 92% of these likely patients find the dentists they want on the first page.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 15, 2021

As of December 14, 2021, more than 800,000 Americans have died due to COVID-19. This is approximately the same number of Americans who die annually due to heart disease or stroke. The United States has the highest morbidity rate of any country. While comprising only 4% of the world population, the US has 15% of global COVID-19 deaths. More than 200,000 deaths occurred after COVID-19 vaccines were widely available.

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Dental News and Technology

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Published: 03 December 2021 BMC Oral Health volume 21 , Article number: 617 ( 2021) details Abstract Background The aim of this retrospective study was to document the long-term clinical efficacy of a surgical-prosthetic technique (the flat one-bridge technique) involving the immediate restoration of both postextraction and nonpostextraction implants supporting full-arch restorations.

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Rosemont Review

DECEMBER 14, 2021

In the world of digital marketing, optimizing your medical or dental website to appeal to both search engine robots and human users can be a difficult—but rewarding—endeavor. Ensuring that both site visitors and algorithms can successfully find what they need is the best way to earn authority and boost traffic to your site. Adding original content and removing duplicate content—what industry professionals often call dupe—is an essential step in improving the SEO health and overall value of your

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3M

DECEMBER 13, 2021

The post Clinical Aesthetic and Conservative Bonding for Small Laterals appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 12, 2021

A new study found that the novel coronavirus directly infects fat cells, or adipocytes, triggering an immune response that may worsen the impact of COVID-19. The Stanford University research, which has yet to be published, showed that adipocytes could become directly infected, although this was not the case for pre-adipocytes. The inflammatory response may be why patients with obesity tend to be at higher risk for severe COVID-19 illness.

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Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Santa Claus might not be coming to town just yet, but a lot of the sweet treats and yummy holiday treats have already made their way into our homes this year. If you’re concerned about what your favorite holiday treats are doing to your teeth and gums, have no fear! Mountain Aire Dentistry is here to walk you through the best holiday foods for your teeth and gums. .

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Rosemont Review

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Mission Valley cosmetic dentist Landon Libby, DDS reveals a brand new responsive website design to illustrate the many state-of-the-art dental treatments available at Libby Dental. San Diego, CA — At Libby Dental, individuals in San Diego have a “one-stop” shop to address all of their dental needs — from routine evaluations and cleanings to more advanced forms of care.

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Denticle

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Ultradent Products, Inc., a leading developer and manufacturer of high-tech dental materials and equipment, is beginning construction of a new facility on its South Jordan, UT, campus. A groundbreaking ceremony will be held December 16, 1:30 p.m. with key company representatives and local leaders in attendance. The planned 170,000 square feet, state-of-the-art building will allow Ultradent to expand its growing manufacturing division—housing injection molding, equipment manufacturing, repair fac

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 14, 2021

New research out of South Africa, one of the first countries to report the new SARS-CoV-2 variant—Omicron—shows that the Pfizer vaccine is not as successful at preventing hospitalization among those with COVID-19. The study found that while the Pfizer vaccine reduced hospitalizations by 93% among those with the Delta variant, it only reduced hospitalizations by 70% in those infected with Omicron.

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The Big Brush

DECEMBER 15, 2021

No-show fees are an occasionally controversial topic in private practice dentistry. While some people are in favor of them, others feel it’s unfair to charge a fee to someone for missing an appointment.

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ASDA Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Of all the trends that have defined 21st-century education, none are more obvious than the increasing incorporation of technology in the classroom. Many students now in dental school will remember the clumsy introduction of smartboards into their primary school classrooms. Educational technologies have come a long way since the early 2000s, but if one thing has been constant, it is change itself.

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Creekview Dental

DECEMBER 14, 2021

The effectiveness of mouthwash is a highly debated topic in the field of dentistry. Some dentists recommend it to patients for a variety of reasons and other dentists don’t. Patients may choose to use mouthwash as a breath freshening agent or to help their mouth feel cleaner. But does mouthwash really work? It ultimately depends on your expectations.

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Denticle

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Obviously, air quality has come to the forefront of infection control recently. If you think about it logically, masks are all about air quality. Some are for outgoing and some are for incoming. A normal surgical mask that does not fit snugly around the face does little to actually protect the wearer (it provides some protection but not a lot), but protects others from respiratory droplets.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Small businesses hoping to start off the new year with some extra funding to offset pandemic-related losses are almost out of time. The Small Business Association has set December 31, 2021, as the deadline for three types of COVID-19 relief loans: COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL), Targeted EIDL Advance, and Supplemental Targeted Advance.

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Best Online Marketing Companies for Dentists

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Most would say the key to growing your practice would be getting new dental patients, but there’s more to it than just that. We work with a lot of dentists across the country, and the keyword you need to focus on and understand is attrition. You can’t be bringing in new dental patients and then leave the backdoor open for those new patients (or even your existing patients) to leave!

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Healthy Smiles

DECEMBER 11, 2021

For some people, going to the dentist can be a difficult task. It could be something that someone isn’t particularly excited about, but they do it anyway. However, some people experience genuine anxiety and fear when confronted with the prospect of even having their teeth cleaned. This is often amplified when it comes to more invasive procedures.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

DECEMBER 13, 2021

By: Sara Brooks RDH, BS. Congratulations! You decided you want to become a Dental Hygienist! So now what? Find the Best School for You Take Prerequisite Classes First Invest in Comfortable Scrubs and Shoes Ask Friends and Family to be Your Patients Find an Office to Work at. 1. Find the Best School for You. The first thing you are going to need to do is research to find a school that has an accredited dental hygiene program.

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Denticle

DECEMBER 16, 2021

On December 10, 2021 ADA President Cesar Sabates, DDS wrote to the majority and minority leaders of the senate to encourage passage of H.R.1550. The Human Papilloma Virus is estimated by the Centers for Disease Control to cause oral cancers in 19,000 U.S. citizens yearly. We have a vaccine for this virus & we need to get the population vaccinated.

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3M

DECEMBER 16, 2021

The post What are the ABC contacts? appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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Denticle

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Dentsply Sirona and 3Shape have taken the next step according to their agreement and now provide a seamless and secure integration of Dentsply Sirona’s Connect Case Center with 3Shape’s Dental System software. Dentists using Primescan or Omnicam intraoral scanners for digital impression-taking can now give dental labs secure access to the data through the Connect Case Center Portal.

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