Dentistry Gone Digital
DECEMBER 6, 2022
By : Sharon Dolak. People Pleasing is not about being kind. It is about someone trying hard to make others feel better, driven by deep-seated insecurity to be needed and receive approval. Society thinks it is a good thing to please others, but people pleasing has a dark side when we do it to our own detriment. We have a hard time saying no and have guilt (albeit misplaced) when we do.
Oral Health Group
DECEMBER 5, 2022
In November, we focused on delegating tasks to team members and holding them accountable. As a dental CEO, you simply cannot do it all. You need to entrust some vital tasks to your team. And as we head into the … The post It’s Okay to Spoil Your Team! appeared first on Oral Health Group.
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Queen of Dental Hygiene
DECEMBER 8, 2022
What makes up the perfect kiss? As an expert in the oro-facial-respiratory complex, I thought I might just delve into this fun and delightful topic. There is so much more to know about puckering up in a tree, K.I.S.S.I.N.G. >>> And guess what? Your dental hygienist and a myofunctional therapist may be your secret weapons in helping you create the best kiss of your life again and again, (with or without mistletoe).
Dental News and Technology
DECEMBER 9, 2022
Int J Telemed Appl. 2022 Nov 19;2022:4147720. doi: 10.1155/2022/4147720. Abstract Teledentistry is a new technology in the dentistry field, which has great benefits during pandemic such as the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The overall purpose of the study was to assess the diagnostic sensitivity and specificity of virtual (mobile phone teledentistry) compared with clinical examinations during COVID-19.
Dental Peers
DECEMBER 5, 2022
In November, we focused on delegating tasks to team members and holding them accountable. As a dental CEO, you simply cannot do it all. You need to entrust some vital tasks to your team. And as we head into the holiday season, a time of year intended to spoil our family members, it seems appropriate to ask if we should also spoil our team. I will be up front and say go for it!
Dentistry Gone Digital
DECEMBER 5, 2022
By: Sharon Dolak. Denial is a coping response that gives us time to adjust during shocking, distressful situations and avoid anxiety. We refuse to see the truth because we are trying to protect ourselves from a painful, overwhelming situation. Some things, many things are simply hard to accept all at once and we need time to adapt. Denial is necessary and helpful for a short time.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
DECEMBER 4, 2022
Research—thus far only conducted on animal models—has found a flu vaccine that uses mRNA technology may elicit a strong immune response after exposure to all strains of influenza. More than 50,000 Americans die each year due to the flu, so developing a more effective vaccine could be a game changer. The new vaccine does not prevent illness but rather prepares the body’s immune system to mount an effective response once exposed.
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Coaches Corner
DECEMBER 8, 2022
Do you know what “Imposter Syndrome” is? According to Wikipedia, the greatest resource of all time for everything, Imposter Syndrome is “a psychological occurrence in which an individual doubts their skills, talents, or accomplishments and has a persistent internalized fear of being exposed as a fraud. Despite external evidence of their competence, those experiencing this phenomenon do not believe they deserve their success…” It can come with a feeling that you rea
Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire
DECEMBER 9, 2022
The holidays are a time when many people want to look their best. If you’re looking for a brighter smile before the new year, teeth whitening may be the answer. Teeth whitening is a process that can lighten teeth by several shades in as little as one treatment. However, the length of time it takes to achieve optimal results varies from person to person.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
DECEMBER 8, 2022
While 95% of Americans agreed that oral health is integral to systemic health, 42% noted they would postpone seeing a dental provider for prophylaxis due to the financial hit administered by high inflation, according to a survey conducted by the Delta Dental Institute. Those of lower socioeconomic status were more likely to delay dental care than those among higher income brackets.
Dental News and Technology
DECEMBER 7, 2022
BMC Oral Health volume 22, Article number: 548 (2022) Cite this article Abstract Aims & background Pilocarpine is an accepted treatment for xerostomia, but limited research has been conducted on the oral, topical form. The present study aimed to compare the effects of 1 and 2% pilocarpine mouthwash on xerostomic participants. Methods In this double-blind clinical trial study, 48 subjects with xerostomia were randomly divided into three groups to measure the effects of 1 and 2% pilocarpine and pl
Rosemont Review
DECEMBER 6, 2022
The holiday season is officially upon us, and with traditions of festive food and family time comes the yearly increase in spending. As we work on our wish lists, many brands are ramping up their marketing efforts to advertise goods and services with one purpose: to get our attention. Just as department stores flash their specials, so should your dental or medical practice!
The Dental Elf
DECEMBER 6, 2022
This review of the outcomes of preformed metal crowns placed on primary molars using conventional and Hall techniques included 5 studies. The findings suggest similar overal sucess and survival rates for both techniques. The post Preformed metal crown on primary molars – Conventional or Hall techniques? appeared first on National Elf Service.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
DECEMBER 7, 2022
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), is the first academic institution in the Western United States to merge all of its medical and dental records in a step toward unifying medicine and dentistry. On December 5, the system enabled patients to review both their medical and dental records in the same place while also providing access to medical and dental providers, giving them a broad view of their patients’ overall health.
Dental News and Technology
DECEMBER 6, 2022
AccessPublished:December 02, 2022DOI:[link] Abstract Statement of problem Advancements in digital dental technologies have enabled the use of different resin-based materials that can be fabricated either additively or subtractively. However, knowledge on the fabrication trueness of these materials is scarce. Purpose The purpose of this in vitro study was to investigate the trueness of crowns fabricated by using different resin-based computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD-CAM
Healthy Smiles
DECEMBER 7, 2022
Undoubtedly, a missing tooth can change the way you smile. A missing tooth can lead to several issues, regardless of its cause, including gum disease, accident, dental decay, or a genetic ailment. Regardless of the way a tooth is lost, it can adversely affect your teeth’s alignment over time and result in several issues. Unfortunately, teeth do not live forever, and you may only understand the importance of your teeth after you have lost them.
The Dental Elf
DECEMBER 8, 2022
In her first blog for the Dental Elf Rebecca Manson takes a look at an in-vitro review of bioactive glass and hydroxyapatite for the occlusion of dentinal tubules. The findings provide some evidence that that bioactive glass/hydroxyapatite are effective in occluding dentinal tubules in an in-vitro setting. Well conducted long term clinical trials are needed to assess effectiveness in a clinical setting.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
DECEMBER 5, 2022
The Specialty Dental Clinic Grant Program is a new venture designed to broaden access to dental care for California residents with special healthcare needs. Led by the California Dental Association and funded through the state government, the program will help clinics already serving special-needs populations expand or fund the development of new clinics.
Dental News and Technology
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Henry Schein One has announced a partnership with VideaHealth to integrate its revolutionary artificial intelligence (AI) platform with the Dentrix® practice management system. Introduced as Dentrix Detect AI, this natural integration will build VideaHealth’s caries detection system, which has been cleared by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA), right into Dentrix, according to a press release from Henry Schein One.
Denticle
DECEMBER 8, 2022
Changes are afoot here are the office. The following announcement went out to all our patients yesterday, but now I'd like to share the news with all of you who read the blog. The great thing about this change, from my perspective, is that I will have more time to do my evaluations, product testing, and other parts of my "second job". I'll be able to devote more time to those fun projects since I won't have to be meeting with accountants and doing all the other little details that come with owni
My Social Practice
DECEMBER 7, 2022
Best Dental Websites of 2023. Ranked and Graded by the Dental Marketing Guru's at My Social Practice. With around 160,000 dentists in the United States, finding the best dental websites takes time and effort. Our website designers, dental SEO experts, and social media mavens have scoured the web, looking for the most cost-effective, technically efficient, and aesthetically pleasing dental websites.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
DECEMBER 6, 2022
The Association of Dental Support Organizations (ADSO) recently published a white paper, “The Future of the Dental Industry,” that outlines four trends impacting the business of delivering dental care. The trends are: Growing emphasis on the oral-system link. Technology as a catalyst for business growth. Hiring and keeping dental team members. Looking at DSOs as a partner for dentists just entering the field.
Creekview Dental
DECEMBER 5, 2022
A root canal is a restorative dental procedure that can treat an infected or at-risk tooth. In many cases when a root canal is done at the right time, the tooth can be saved. Avoiding or putting off a root canal can lead to loss of the tooth or extraction. . If your dentist has recommended a root canal , you may have some questions about the procedure.
Denticle
DECEMBER 7, 2022
Cosmedent’s FULL CONTACT™ sectional matrix bands have a multitude of advantages for the clinician: they are ultrathin and easy to place, pre-contoured for complete contact and resilient, holding their shape once placed. These matrix bands can wedge from both buccal and lingual sides ensuring a complete gingival seal. They can also be used with any ring system or alone.
The Big Brush
DECEMBER 5, 2022
You have a number of paths to consider for your dental career, including starting your own practice, joining an established practice, becoming a member of a dental service organization (DSO), entering academia, and more.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
DECEMBER 9, 2022
A coalition of dental organizations called the Oral Health Resource Group is asking Congress to make the addition of adult dental care benefits to Medicaid coverage a top priority. The group asserts that expanding access to oral healthcare among those covered by Medicaid will improve members’ systemic health, bolster health equity, and reduce healthcare expenses.
The Dental Elf
DECEMBER 4, 2022
This review summarising global data on the prevalence of edentulism and dental caries of people aged ?45 years living in the community included 86 studies. The estimated global prevalence of edentulism in those ?45 years was 22% (95%CI; 19 to 24%). The post Global prevalence of edentulism in the over 45s appeared first on National Elf Service.
Denticle
DECEMBER 6, 2022
edit i700 Users Can Now Use Owandy’s 3D QuickVision Software as Their Digital Implant Workflow Hub Owandy Radiology Inc., a global leader in the manufacture of dental radiology hardware and imaging software, will highlight the recent integration of its QuickVision 3D implant planning software with the Medit i700 intraoral scanner product line at booth #4015 during the Greater New York Dental Meeting.
Denton Dental Center
DECEMBER 3, 2022
It’s official: winter is here! While you’re out getting flu shots and buying lotion, you might also want to spare a thought for the ways that cold weather can affect your oral health. As it turns out, winter air can cause quite a few issues for your teeth if you aren’t properly prepared. If you’re wondering how to keep your oral health in good shape once temperatures start to drop, here are a few of the most common problems, and what you can do to prevent them.
3M
DECEMBER 9, 2022
The post Clinical Case: Root canal treatment and post-endodontic restoration of first left lower molar appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.
Oral Health Group
DECEMBER 7, 2022
In May 2020, Canada saw an all-time high in unemployment, reaching a staggering 13.7% as Covid hit the country hard. Now, however, the rate has stabilized again, but that doesn’t mean we’re in the clear. There’s a lot of talk … The post Navigating the Impact of Economic Recessions on Healthcare Workers appeared first on Oral Health Group.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
DECEMBER 3, 2022
Cristiane Maucoski, DDS, MS, who is a practicing dentist in her native Brazil and a current doctoral student at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, received the Mitacs Award for Outstanding Innovation—International for her research on the effectiveness of curing lights. She investigated how well a variety of curing lights hardened resin-based composites with the goal of helping companies design better lights and restorative materials, ensuring patients spend less time in the de
Denticle
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Ondina Love, chief executive officer of the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA), was honoured to join The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, federal minister of health, today for a historic announcement on a momentous day for children’s oral health in Canada. Across the country, dental hygienists are celebrating today’s official launch of the Canada Dental Benefit because this new program will help children access the essential oral care needed to prevent disease and improve overall health.
3M
DECEMBER 7, 2022
The post When did the first dentists practice? appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.
Coaches Corner
DECEMBER 6, 2022
Do you dream about your teeth falling out? A new study has revealed what the most common dream is in every country, and dental people need to take notice! By country, the most common dream topic seems to be snakes. Our neighbors in South America must worry a lot about creepy crawlers, as spiders, rats, and lice join snakes in the dream team there. Pregnancy seems to be a fertile one in many countries, especially Europe.
3M
DECEMBER 5, 2022
The post Clinical Case: Composite Replacement appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.
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