Dentistry Gone Digital
OCTOBER 3, 2021
By Katie Dumbell, DDS, MS. In dental school, we are taught the technical skills that are required to be a dentist, but some of the most important skills to being the best dentist aren’t things you learn in a classroom.
The Big Brush
OCTOBER 6, 2021
Whether you have had your own practice for a while or are just starting out, an effective marketing strategy may be a useful tool for growing your practice and retaining patients.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Oral Health Group
OCTOBER 4, 2021
You have dramatically increased salaries…you offered thousands of dollars as a signing bonus…and now, you are spinning the wheel yet again…waiting to see if you will still have all your employees at work today. Welcome to the world of employee … The post Playing the Game of Employee Roulette? appeared first on Oral Health Group.
Dental Peers
OCTOBER 6, 2021
You have dramatically increased salaries…you offered thousands of dollars as a signing bonus…and now, you are spinning the wheel yet again…waiting to see if you will still have all your employees at work today. Welcome to the world of employee roulette! If you get through this round, you can choose to do it all over again when the next team member tells you they are leaving for a $10 an hour raise and a $10,000 signing bonus.
Identity Dental
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Why do they want your money to come through the agency instead of going straight to Google Ads or Facebook? 1. They can show higher overall revenues 2. Pooling dollars together allows them to seem more accomplished 3. They can hide fees For additional dental marketing advice, join Dental Marketing with Grace facebook.com/groups/DentalMarketingWithGrace At Identity […].
Dentistry Gone Digital
OCTOBER 8, 2021
By Dr. Alisa Johnson. Dental school: “It’s a marathon, not a sprint”. It’s about working smart and being efficient, not just working hard. With the amount of material and courses, it’s important to develop a system to get and stay organized. At dental school orientation, the pace was likened to “drinking from a fire hose,” which can be daunting but is possible with good time management.
Dental News and Technology
OCTOBER 7, 2021
European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry ( 2021 ) Cite this article details Abstract Purpose This retrospective university-based study investigated the effect of operators’ training and previous experience on the success of resin infiltration (RI) in arresting proximal non-cavitated caries lesions in primary and permanent teeth. Methods Information was collected regarding RI of proximal non-cavitated caries lesions in primary and permanent teeth with a follow-up period up to 32 months.
Dentistry Driven brings together the best content for dental professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Off the Cusp
OCTOBER 6, 2021
Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Share. Tweet. Share. The Premier X5 Sectional Matrix System delivers reliability, convenience, and value. The gold standard for isolation of the working field prior to a composite resin restoration is placement of a rubber dam. 1 The creation of a drier environment, improved access, and increased infection control are just a few of the potential benefits; however the use of rubber dam isolation is not commonplace. 1,2 In a recent meta-analysis including 539
Dentistry Gone Digital
OCTOBER 6, 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 more than 50 designations of dental assistants nationwide, no two designations are alike, nor are the requirements for becoming a dental assistant.
Dental News and Technology
OCTOBER 6, 2021
Dentists around the world embrace advanced surgical navigation technology to deliver more accurate and less invasive dental implants to patients. LANSDALE, Pa., Sept. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- X-Nav Technologies is proud to announce that over 150,000 dental implants have been surgically placed using X-Guide ® Dynamic 3D Navigation – a system designed to assist dental surgeons in achieving more accurate and less invasive dental implant results than freehand surgery.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
OCTOBER 5, 2021
A new study recently published in the Lancet found that the effectiveness of the Pfizer vaccine to fight COVID-19 infection drops significantly after 6 months. Following administration of the second dose of the two-shot series, the efficacy of the Pfizer vaccine at preventing infection with SARS-CoV-2 is 88%, but after 6 months, this percentage drops to 47%.
Off the Cusp
OCTOBER 8, 2021
Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Share. Tweet. Share. National Brush Day is celebrated each year on November 1 st , the day after Halloween. This year we are participating in a campaign to help promote National Brush Day to our partners and the community as a whole. The National Brush Day campaign is an effort of the Dental Trade Alliance Foundation, which works towards a mission of ensuring a healthy smile for all.
Planet DDS
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Dental schools focus much of their curriculum on the clinical aspect of dentistry but being an owner-operator of a private practice also means having a handle on the non-clinical aspects of running a practice. As the owner of your practice, you manage a team, business operations, and patient relationships. Can a practice management solution help in each of these areas?
Dental News and Technology
OCTOBER 5, 2021
J Am Dent Assoc. 2021 Oct;152(10):842-854.e1. doi: 10.1016/j.adaj.2021.05.006. Kirti Chaudhry , Neeti Rustagi , Rishi Bali , Shruti Khatana , Shailendra Kumar , Amanjot Kaur , Pravin Kumar PMID: 34579810 DOI: 10.1016/j.adaj.2021.05.006 Abstract Background: Results from several randomized controlled trials have shown a beneficial effect of ozone in reducing postsurgical complications after impacted mandibular third-molar surgery, but the literature is lacking a systematic review and meta-analysis
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
OCTOBER 2, 2021
The American pharmaceutical company, Merck, announced its medication, molnupiravir, decreased hospitalizations and deaths by 50% among individuals with COVID-19. The pill, which is taken twice daily for 5 days, would be the first exclusively designed to fight COVID-19. The medication hinders the ability of SARS-CoV-2 to reproduce. Public health experts have longed for this type of treatment, similar to how Tamiflu reduces the severity of the flu, as an important tool in mitigating the global pan
ASDA Blog
OCTOBER 5, 2021
Where do you see yourself living in five years? How about 10 or 20 years? As a dentist, the answer to this question could be impacted by your ability to get licensed. If you choose to move to a different licensing jurisdiction from the one in which you were initially licensed, you will need to apply for a new license. Many states do have a licensure-by-credentials process by which currently licensed professionals can apply for a new license.
Coaches Corner
OCTOBER 7, 2021
To help you plan for the best October ever, I’m sharing some marketing (growth) tips and ideas with you, ideas that when implemented will keep things fresh and fun in your office. More importantly, they will exceed your current patients’ and potential patients’ expectations which will allow you to focus on doing what you do best, helping your patients achieve healthy and beautiful smiles.
Dental News and Technology
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Fast and intuitive crown design software integrates with all open hardware DARMSTADT, Germany, Sept. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- exocad GmbH (exocad), an Align Technology, Inc. company and a leading dental CAD software provider, today announced the release of ChairsideCAD 3.0 Galway , the next generation of its easy-to-use CAD software for single-visit dentistry, to be showcased at this year's International Dental Show (IDS) in Cologne, Germany.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Mortality rates for rural Americans are twice as high as Americans living in urban areas. According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, one in 434 rural Americans is dead due to infection with SARS-CoV-2. This rate is one in 513 for urban Americans. Currently, COVID-19 rates are more than 50% higher in rural areas vs urban regions; thus, the death toll among rural Americans is expected to climb.
Dentistry Blog
OCTOBER 6, 2021
Digital dental workflows are growing rapidly assisted by improved scanning and designing technology available to dentists and laboratories. Recent interviews with prominent restorative dentists, Drs. Gary Morris (Chicago), Harold Baumgarten (Philadelphia), and Steven LoCascio (Knoxville), suggest that dentists interested in doing more implants should think digital.
ASDA Blog
OCTOBER 6, 2021
Entering my first ASDA conference as a first-year dental student in 2019, I was anxious about meeting new people and making great first impressions. I relied on 2019–2020 ASDA Vice President Brandon Rensch to guide me through my first networking experience. At a dental conference, Rensch says everyone is in the same awkward situation of not knowing anyone around them.
Dental News and Technology
OCTOBER 5, 2021
Published: 16 October 2021 Clinical Oral Investigations ( 2021 ) Cite this article Abstract Objectives Although bleaching therapy is considered a dose-dependent treatment, the effect of the volume of product used is yet to be studied. This study thus aimed to evaluate the influence of bleaching gel volume on chromatic alteration and postoperative sensitivity.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
OCTOBER 8, 2021
MouthWatch, a leader in innovative teledentistry solutions, digital case presentation tools and intraoral cameras, will debut its MouthWatch Plus+ HD intraoral camera during SmileCon 2021 in Las Vegas. With a launch special price of $999 and SRP of $1199, The MouthWatch Plus+ features true 1080p image resolution at a significantly lower cost than other HD intraoral cameras on the market — including those that claim to be HD, but only capture 720p images.
Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire
OCTOBER 5, 2021
If you’ve been putting off a dental health checkup for longer than the recommended six months, it might be time to get back on track. You may not remember what goes into a dental health checkup and how to prepare for one if it has been a while since your last appointment. The more time that passes between appointments, the more likely you will forget some of the details of what is involved in an exam.
Jeannie Chung DDS
OCTOBER 5, 2021
What makes a beautiful smile? Beautiful teeth, for sure. But there's also another component that can make or break your smile, regardless of your teeth's condition: your gums. Although their primary function is to protect and stabilize the teeth, your gums also enhance them aesthetically by providing an attractive frame. But just as a painting displayed in an oversized frame can lose some of its appeal, so can your smile if the size of your gums appears out of proportion with your teeth.
Friendswood Dental Blog
OCTOBER 4, 2021
From snakes to sharks, a lot of animals get an undeserved bad reputation. As it turns out, so do some dental treatments. The term “root canal” strikes fear in the hearts of some dental patients, but should it? Keep reading to learn the answer to the question – are root canals painful? What Is a Root Canal? People fear what they don’t understand, so it’s important to clarify exactly what a root canal entails.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
OCTOBER 7, 2021
Pfizer has applied for Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to administer its COVID-19 vaccination to children ages 5 to 11. The FDA has already granted full approval to the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine when administered to adults. In September, Pfizer submitted the results of a large-scale clinical trial that showed the vaccine encouraged an effective antibody response with few side effects among kids 5 to 11.
The Big Brush
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Some new graduates may choose to forgo a dental residency, immediately starting their own general dentistry practice, joining an existing practice or practicing as a dentist in some other way. For the 40 percent of graduates that decide to continue their training in a postdoctoral residency program, there are close to 800 residency programs in the U.S. to choose from.
Denticle
OCTOBER 6, 2021
Here is some good news for individuals with kids in need of dental treatment. I was happy to learn that WHO has authorized these materials as "essential". For those of us who are lucky enough to live in areas where we can receive state of the art care, these materials are easily available and make a tremendous difference. However, for those who live in areas where care is not so easily found, have access to these materials can make a real difference.
3M
OCTOBER 6, 2021
The post What means <i>athrophy</i>? appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
OCTOBER 7, 2021
A patient asked me recently, “why should I have my treatment done here instead of a practice on my insurance plan? It costs me more.” That’s a loaded question, particularly when it comes at the end of the appointment. Fortunately, that’s not the first time I’ve responded to that question, so I was prepared. But what does it take to create and maintain long-lasting bonds with patients that can withstand the lure of lower pricing, free services or more convenient hours offered from other practices
Dental News and Technology
OCTOBER 8, 2021
NEW YORK, Oct. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 3.5 billion people around the world suffer from oral health diseases, most of which can be prevented. According to data released by the World Health Organization, the combined global prevalence of tooth decay, gum disease, and tooth loss has plateaued at 45%. [1] Increasingly, experts agree that moving the needle requires better training for oral health professionals and a more diverse workforce that can meet the needs of children and their famili
Denticle
OCTOBER 5, 2021
As a bit of a public service, I thought I'd post this info today. I receive regular updates from the CDC (Centers for Disease Control) and occasionally, things come via that route that I feel deserve a blog post. Today's is about a home test for Covid-19. The company has issued a voluntary recall and there is the possibility consumers may have affected products in their medicine cabinets.
3M
OCTOBER 4, 2021
The post Strategies to Arrest Dental Caries appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
OCTOBER 7, 2021
A patient asked me recently, “why should I have my treatment done here instead of a practice on my insurance plan? It costs me more.” That’s a loaded question, particularly when it comes at the end of the appointment. Fortunately, that’s not the first time I’ve responded to that question, so I was prepared. But what does it take to create and maintain long-lasting bonds with patients that can withstand the lure of lower pricing, free services or more convenient hours offered from other practices
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
OCTOBER 6, 2021
United States pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson (J&J) has requested approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to allow booster shots of its one-dose COVID-19 to be administered to millions of Americans. J&J’s application asks for the booster shot to be made available to individuals age 18 and older who received an initial dose of the vaccine.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
OCTOBER 3, 2021
While the United States’ public health focus has been strictly on the importance of getting vaccinated against COVID-19, the flu shot remains an important tool in efforts to support the health of all Americans. The COVID-19 pandemic has had one beneficial effect: a significant drop in the number of flu cases. However, with most schools operating in-person and consistent moves toward more normalcy, the flu may be back in full force this winter.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
241 
Let's personalize your content