Dentistry Gone Digital
NOVEMBER 28, 2021
By: Rubana Masood, DDS, MS, BA. Congratulations! After all of the searching and interviewing, you’ve finally found the right associate job for you! Now that the contract ink is dry, it’s time to get ready for your transition. It isn’t like an academic exam where you can study and know what to expect on the test. Every office is different and every team dynamic is different.
Logic Tech Corp
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Are you ready for your busiest time of year yet? The holidays are just around the corner, and it’s time to take a look at how this year will be different than last. Don’t wait until December 25th to realize that you need more staff or don’t have enough services available on Christmas Day.
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Oral Health Group
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
Dental insurance billing is one of the most critical operations at a dental office. No matter how efficiently you’re producing and delivering quality patient care, your practice won’t grow unless an ethical dental billing process is in place. Despite your … The post 10 Ways to Ensure Successful and Ethical Dental Insurance Billing appeared first on Oral Health Group.
Dental News and Technology
DECEMBER 3, 2021
SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The CAO Group, Inc. (CAO), a world leading high-technology dental company, has launched the world's first in office and take home teeth whitening strip system for dental practices, SheerWhite® In-Office Teeth Whitening Strips and SheerWhite® Take Home Teeth Whitening Strips. One minute chair time in office teeth whitening.
Dentistry Gone Digital
NOVEMBER 28, 2021
By: Natalie Kaweckyj, LDA, RF, CDA, CDPMA, COA, COMSA, CPFDA, CRFDA, MADAA, BA. One of the greatest challenges for current dental assistants is the portability of their profession across state lines. With over fifty designations of dental assistants nationwide, no two designations are alike, nor are the requirements for becoming a dental assistant. Allowable duties, education, and continuing education requirements as well as state-specific credentials are all over the spectrum.
My Social Practice
DECEMBER 2, 2021
Finding great employees through the pandemic has been a struggle for thousands of dental practices across the country. Changing demographics, requests for higher pay, Covid health risks, lack of career development, unsatisfactory unemployment benefits have all been factors. According to recent career studies, the health care industry has been hit the hardest.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
DECEMBER 1, 2021
The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) continues to advocate for its dental hygienist members as well as to improve the oral health of all Americans. From supporting dental therapy and advanced practice for dental hygienists to spearheading the movement to improve license portability to lobbying to include dental care in public insurance programs, the ADHA is dedicated to representing every dental hygienist in the United States.
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Vacaville Dental Professionals
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
It’s almost a law of nature that toothaches pop up when you’re out of town or the dentist’s office is closed. If you’re looking for safe and effective toothache relief until you can get in with your dentist, here are some Vacaville dentist-approved home remedies to help you get by: Take an Anti-Inflammatory Pain Reliever. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen or Motrin are the best for tooth pain.
Gilreath Dental
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
Caring for your smile doesn’t stop while you are undergoing orthodontic treatment. In fact, it can become even more important to practice good dental care while straightening your smile. The last thing you want to do is face cavities, gum disease or stains when your teeth alignment goals have been reached. When it comes to… The post Dental Care With Invisalign – Easy as 1-2-3!
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
DECEMBER 2, 2021
While the federal directive from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration mandating COVID-19 vaccines for businesses with more than 100 employees has been put on hold, the vaccine mandate issued by the California Department of Public Health remains intact. The order is focused on healthcare settings, including dental practices. August 23 was the due date for dental providers to be fully vaccinated against SARS-CoV-2 or agree to weekly testing; the directive has no end date.
Dental News and Technology
DECEMBER 2, 2021
Association concerned mandate could exacerbate staffing shortages The ADA is concerned that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s emergency temporary standard mandating employers with 100 or more employees to require their employees be vaccinated against COVID-19 or submit to regular masking and testing could potentially impede patients’ access to oral health care.
My Social Practice
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Finding a good dentist is difficult, but as a dentist yourself, you also might find it has its own difficulties. Bringing in valuable patients, and a lot of them, is no easy task! How can a dental practice market its services using dental SEO strategies relevant in 2022? Keep reading to learn some valuable tips: The 4 Components of Dental Marketing Today.
Secure Smiles
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
It’s almost a law of nature that toothaches pop up when you’re out of town or the dentist’s office is closed. If you’re looking for safe and effective toothache relief until you can get in with your dentist, here are some Beverly Hills prosthodontist-approved home remedies to help you get by: Take an Anti-Inflammatory Pain Reliever. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen or Motrin are the best for tooth pain.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Members of the World Health Organization (WHO) are banding together to create a strategic plan to handle future global pandemics. The decision was ratified with a vote by the World Health Assembly on December 1. It signals a willingness among countries to work together on an effective pandemic plan after the experience with COVID-19 shed light on systemic flaws in the global health response.
Dental News and Technology
DECEMBER 2, 2021
Research shows that harmful bacteria and inflammation in the mouth can indicate and even cause systemic conditions throughout the body. IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading dental support organization Pacific Dental Services ® (PDS) has announced a new partnership with the American Diabetes Association ® to increase awareness of the link between periodontal disease and diabetes, and how oral health providers can assist patients in preventing and managing this chronic health cond
The Big Brush
DECEMBER 1, 2021
To maintain a dental license in 49 US States, continuing education is a legal requirement. In addition, taking full advantage of professional development opportunities helps dental professionals learn new skills and technology to continue improving patient outcomes.
Rosemont Review
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
We live in a time where a digital presence is imperative to establishing your real-world reputation, placing web-based marketing efforts in a powerful position to grow your patient base. This digital era introduces the reality that despite having all the trappings of a top-tier medical or dental practice, your potential growth will be limited without the ability to reach prospective patients by more dynamic means than word-of-mouth referrals.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
DECEMBER 1, 2021
In 2011, legislation for dental therapy was introduced in Oregon, but stopped short of fully approving licensure for dental therapists. Instead, the legislature opted to authorize dental pilot projects that do one of the following: teach new skills to existing categories of dental personnel, develop new categories of dental personnel, accelerate the training of existing categories of dental personnel, or teach new oral health care roles to previously untrained individuals. 1 Dental pilot project
Dental News and Technology
DECEMBER 1, 2021
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Nov. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Fager Dental Lab in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania has been acquired by National Dentex Labs ("NDX") it was announced today. The deal adds one of Pennsylvania's premier dental labs to the rapidly expanding NDX network of dental labs. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. Led by Charles B. Fager, Fager Dental Lab is known for its custom complex digital products including crowns, bridges and implant restorations through CAD/CAM fabrication.
The Super Dentists
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Is Fluoride Toothpaste Safe for Kids & Toddlers? Fluoride toothpaste for kids is always a concern for parents. Talk to some parents, and they’ll come up with ten different reasons. Read More. The post Is Fluoride Toothpaste Safe for Kids & Toddlers? appeared first on The Super Dentists.
ASDA Blog
DECEMBER 1, 2021
During dental school, we benefit from an interconnected community of experienced dentistry. Dentists and fellow students at school are here to help you. The situation is not automatically the same once we graduate and are practicing in the real world. Who do you turn to? How do new graduates find a new community? The answer: networking. Networking is a more formal term for connecting.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
While many countries instituted travel bans to control the transmission of the new SARS-CoV-2 variant, Omicron, including the United States, it has already made its way throughout the globe. The Omicron variant, which is thought to have originated in South Africa, has now been found in the Netherlands, Japan, Germany, and France. While no cases of Omicron have been formally reported in the US yet, public health officials surmise it is likely already here.
Dental News and Technology
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
Dentomaxillofac Radiol. 2021 Nov 11;20210363. Online ahead of print. Abstract Objectives: Ultrasound emerges as a complement to cone-beam computed tomography in dentistry, but struggles with artifacts like reverberation and shadowing. This study seeks to help novice users recognize soft tissue, bone, and crown of a dental sonogram, and automate soft tissue height (STH) measurement using deep learning.
We Speak Dental
DECEMBER 2, 2021
Top 2022 Tips and Trends for Creating Results. Going digital is a must-do for any dental marketing strategy to be successful. Check out these top tips and trends for driving results in your dental practice. In today’s highly competitive environment, you must cater your dental marketing strategy to the places where most people spend their time—online, particularly on their mobile devices.
Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire
DECEMBER 2, 2021
We all know how important tooth health is to our overall well being, but what about tooth extraction? When should a tooth extraction be necessary for your oral health? A tooth extraction may be necessary in the circumstances we detail below. . What is a Tooth Extraction? A tooth extraction is the removal of a tooth from its socket in the jawbone. Tooth extractions are usually performed because of cavities, advanced gum disease, or impacted teeth.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
The most recent survey of the American Dental Association (ADA) Health Policy Institute finds that 63% of dental practice owner respondents need more clinical team members to treat the same number of patients as they did prior to the pandemic. The survey found that 35% were currently looking to add a dental hygienist to their team, and 40% were seeking an additional dental assistant.
Dental News and Technology
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
J Clin Periodontol. 2021 Oct 28. doi: 10.1111/jcpe.13564. Online ahead Abstract Aim: To study clinical, radiographic, and microbiological outcomes after non-surgical therapy of peri-implantitis with or without adjunctive systemic metronidazole. Materials and methods: A randomized placebo-controlled clinical trial was carried out in 32 subjects (62 implants) diagnosed with peri-implantitis.
Denticle
DECEMBER 2, 2021
I perform a lot of endodontics in my office. That simple fact means that I am always looking for ways to improve patient outcomes as well as perform more efficiently. I think this is especially true when it comes to endodontics. No one ever wants a root canal "to take longer". Endodontics requires a high degree of precision and because of that the procedure can be time consuming.
The Super Dentists
DECEMBER 2, 2021
Does Getting Braces Hurt? Do braces hurt? It’s one of the most common questions we receive at The Super Dentists, right up there with, “Do I have cavities?” and “You’re. Read More. The post Do Braces Hurt & How To Relieve Pain If They Do appeared first on The Super Dentists.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
More than 10,000 children living in communities with restricted access to dental care learned how to keep their smiles healthy this fall thanks to “10,000 Smiles Ready to Learn.” Through this education initiative, America’s ToothFairy distributed educational resource kits to nonprofit dental service providers and educators for use during their back-to-school oral health outreach events.
90210 Dentist
DECEMBER 2, 2021
2 Minute Read: . When you are pregnant, you want to do everything possible to keep your baby safe. As such, you are always looking for information on how to stay healthy and strong for your baby. . Unfortunately, there is a lot of misinformation around this topic. . For instance, you might have heard that undergoing a dental procedure during pregnancy is not good for your baby.
Hardin Dental
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Laser treatments are a modern alternative used in dental care to address a number of oral concerns, such as hypersensitivity, gum disease and tooth decay. Laser treatments gently kill bacteria, stimulate bone growth, and can even reshape gum tissue to improve a “gummy smile.” There are many benefits to advanced laser treatments. Here are five you should know about. 1.
The Super Dentists
DECEMBER 1, 2021
What Should I Do if My Child Chips Their Tooth? Your child’s teeth are a vital part of growing up. They’re also central to many milestones along their journey to. Read More. The post What To Do If You or Your Child Chips a Tooth appeared first on The Super Dentists.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
NOVEMBER 28, 2021
Data from Johns Hopkins University show that the number of deaths due to COVID-19 in 2021 is higher than the total death toll in 2020 in the United States. Thus far, 386,000 deaths due to COVID-19 have been reported this year. In 2020, the total number of COVID-19 deaths was 386,000. The daily case rate in the US has been steadily climbing, exceeding 90,000 per day.
My Social Practice
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
Dentist Social Media Posts That Engage, Inform, and Grow Your Practice. YOU CAN GET a cup of coffee at Costco for $0.50. At the Starbucks next door people pay 500% more. Why don’t you ever hear anyone in Starbucks asking for a discounted cup of coffee? It’s because both Starbucks and their customers no longer consider coffee a commodity—rather, it’s a “ritual comfort” with higher perceived value.
Patient News
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
Yes, 100% of our clients say yes. Patient NEWS clients are killing it with production levels 25% above industry average. Our clients have consistently improved on their pre-COVID production. That’s because marketing works. Because a focus on key actionable metrics and improved call handling works. Dental offices that proactively communicate consistently and effectively, through ALL channels, with patients and new.
Healthy Smiles
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
Fluoride treatment is an essential preventive procedure that is recommended for both children and adults. Fluoride is a mineral that develops naturally in the earth’s crust, food, water, and dental products such as mouthwashes and toothpaste. It is also nature’s cavity-fighting agent. Despite its effectiveness in preventing cavities, fluoride treatments are refused by 13% of parents for their children.
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