2022

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Are You Truly Happy in Dentistry?

Oral Health Group

In last month’s blog, I asked the crucial question whether you can still be happy in private practice. I believe you can and how you achieve it is something I will explore in upcoming blogs. However, before we move into … The post Are You Truly Happy in Dentistry? appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Five People You Want on Your Side as a New Dentist

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Tara Abouhmahboub. When you become a dentist, navigating the job market can be a challenge, and you certainly don’t want to do it on your own. Top 5 People To Know When Starting Your Dental Career. Here are the five people you’ll definitely want to know when starting your career! 1. Accountant. This one is pretty much just brass tacks. Between school debt, investments, retirement accounts, and normal spending, you can quickly lose track of your finances.

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Dental Marketing: What’s In It For Me?

Med Rank Interactive

Anytime you choose a restaurant, healthcare provider, or service, there are factors that play into your decision. The practice’s reputation, signs, ads, and more entice you to choose their services. Marketing helps you decide “what’s in it for me” as you choose a product or service. Dental practice marketing is no different. If you want patients, you need to strategize how to get (and keep) them.

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Use of narrow-diameter implants in the posterior segments of the jaws: A retrospective observational study of 2 to 11 years

Dental News and Technology

The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry Published: February 18, 2022 DOI: [link] Abstract Statement of problem The placement of narrow-diameter implants (NDIs) in the posterior region is still debated in view of the high biomechanical risks in these areas. Purpose The purpose of this retrospective observational study was to evaluate the success and survival rates of NDIs restored with fixed prostheses in the posterior region (primary outcome) and analyze whether splinting multiple units (prosthesis

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A Perfect Kiss

Queen of Dental Hygiene

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).

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5 Deadly Dental Marketing Mistakes

Identity Dental

As a dentist, you are always looking for ways to grow your practice and bring in new patients. However, marketing has become a complicated landscape to navigate, and there are many mistakes that dentists make that can be detrimental to their business. Here are five of the most common, deadly marketing mistakes to avoid. Overall, […]. The post 5 Deadly Dental Marketing Mistakes appeared first on Identity Dental Marketing.

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Don’t Let Sensitive Teeth Ruin Your Holiday Season

Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire

The holiday season is a time of joy and happiness, but for people with sensitive teeth, it can be a time of pain and misery. If you are one of those people, don’t worry – we have some tips for you! In this blog post, we will discuss the best treatments for tooth sensitivity. At Mountain Aire Dentistry, we understand tooth sensitivity and offer a variety of treatments to help you find relief.

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4 tips for going green at your dental practice

Off the Cusp

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Read Time: 2 Minute, 21 Second. Spring’s arrival brings tiny buds that grow into verdant leaves, and grass that grows greener by the day. As the calendar turns to April and nature continues greening up, Earth Day reminds us of our shared responsibility to take steps toward a “greener” planet. A quick search will show you green dentistry is much more than a trend, with tips, advice and examples of practices that are doing it well just a few mouse clicks away.

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Why Site Speed Optimization Matters and Tools to Help You

Clicc Media

Don’t Turn Away Your Visitors With a Slow Loading Website Consumers both in the real world and online, expect instant results. With internet speeds at an all-time high, we can access limitless information with just a click of a button and within seconds. To satisfy customers, site speed optimization is no longer an option; it […]. The post Why Site Speed Optimization Matters and Tools to Help You appeared first on Clicc Media Inc.

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Current Research on Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste Efficacy and Safety

Ask The Dentist

Image licensed under Creative Commons by MDPI. Last Updated January 2022. This is a current list of every study we’ve found on the safety and efficacy of hydroxyapatite toothpaste. We created this to be a resource for the functional dentist community, so feel free to bookmark it, share it widely with your patients, and email us if you have a study to add.

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Make the Most of Your Investment: 5 Budget-Friendly Marketing Tips for 2022

Oral Health Group

We’ve all heard, “it takes money to make money.” That is true of any business, including a dental practice. While some practice owners would like to view marketing as an unnecessary expense, it is vital if you want to grow … The post Make the Most of Your Investment: 5 Budget-Friendly Marketing Tips for 2022 appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Pitting and Erosive Tooth Lesions, What Does it Mean?

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Jeffrey W. Horowitz, DMD, FAGD, D-ABDSM, D-ASBA. Have you ever run into pitting and erosive tooth lesions during your time as a dentist? Here is a case study on my experience with it. Pitting and Erosive Tooth Lesions: Case Study. Patient Information: 69-year-old white male presents for a dental exam concerned with tooth wear and minor orthodontic relapse Medical history positive for hypertension, G.E.R.D., and Hypothyroidism Dental/Perio Exam negative other than Amalgam leakage #7, posterio

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Marketing Tips for Attracting High-Value Dental Patients

Oral Health Group

Most dentists and practice managers know exactly how many new patients they acquired in the past year. However, far too many are unable to answer this simple question: Exactly how much is a patient worth? More importantly, which patients are … The post Marketing Tips for Attracting High-Value Dental Patients appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Six Things Dentists Get Wrong About Digital Marketing

Oral Health Group

Marketing is not what it appears. Dental practice owners and managers (and, to be fair, most other business people as well) tend to view marketing as synonymous with promotion. In reality, it is much more than that. In fact, some … The post Six Things Dentists Get Wrong About Digital Marketing appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Making The Most Out of Your Dental Shadowing Sessions!

Oral Health Group

Once you get approval on your job shadow request from your desired dentist professional, there’s no time to sit back and relax. It’s time you prep yourself on how you will be making the most out of your dental shadowing … The post Making The Most Out of Your Dental Shadowing Sessions! appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Life after Graduation: Excel in Your Clinical Setting

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Savanah Craig. I graduated from dental school in March 2022 and I’m currently in a general practitioner residency program. I’m writing to offer some advice for young dentists out there who are about to graduate on how to manage in a clinical setting after graduation. Tips to Excel in Your Clinical Setting After Graduation. 1. Learn from Your Assistants.

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What Dental School Didn’t Teach You about “Adulting” 

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Savanah Craig. It won’t shock anyone to know that there are many important things that dental school didn’t teach you. Unfortunately, many of the topics that dental school skipped over are critical to your success and are necessary to protect the investments you made in this career. 3 Things Dental School Didn’t Teach You. Let’s talk through some of the ‘adult’ topics that no one taught you in dental school: Obtaining Disability Insurance Getting Your State License Planning for Repayme

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Why Aren’t Dentists Screening & Treating Sleep Apnea Patients?

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Teresa Power DeNike, BS. Sleep is a severely overlooked area in dentistry. In 2017, the ADA recommended all dentists screen for sleep apnea (and treat or refer out). Yet only 70% of dentists screen for sleep apnea, and most lack confidence in performing accurate routine screenings. In 2015, the AASM and AADSM recommended oral appliance therapy with a qualified dentist.

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Full-Mouth Rehabilitation — What I Learned

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Devin Hodell. In the course of my dental residency, I completed a full-mouth rehabilitation over the course of this time, working closely with my supervisor, Dr. Nicholas Fontana, and a number of specialists. The case was definitely complex — I’ve been told that full-mouth rehabilitations like these are reserved almost exclusively for graduate students and dentists with years of experience.

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Fall Forward

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Mohammed Hammoud. There is only one way to know if your purpose aligns with your career , and that is to pursue it. I often pondered beforehand if I was making the right decision in pursuing dentistry. I shadowed hundreds of hours and volunteered my time to be positive I was making the right decision. I will say I was never the same after I sat in the chair for the first time and performed my first cleaning.

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Are You Ready to be Creative?

Oral Health Group

I was recently asked by a dentist to look into my crystal ball and tell them what I see for the future of dentistry. We know that when one is trying to predict the future, one must be prepared to … The post Are You Ready to be Creative? appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Cancel Your Staff Meeting – Have a Team Huddle Instead!

Oral Health Group

Organizing the Organization A team that performs well is a team that is organized. In a busy dental office, is there time to organize the organization? Professional and personal lives alike, one must make the time. An office with well-polished … The post Cancel Your Staff Meeting – Have a Team Huddle Instead! appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Social Media Marketing – What Works and What Doesn’t

Oral Health Group

Interested in contributing to Oral Health Group’s blog? Email marley@newcom.ca for more information! The post Social Media Marketing – What Works and What Doesn’t appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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It’s SUMMERTIME! This is Why We Cross-train!

Oral Health Group

Just to be clear, the link between cross-training and summer has nothing to do with peak fitness so we look great in our summer wardrobe! Well…it could be about that. But not in an article for a dental publication. Instead, … The post It’s SUMMERTIME! This is Why We Cross-train! appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Three Social Media Strategies to Give Your Dental Practice an Edge in 2022

Oral Health Group

Before the pandemic, it seemed like everyone was on social media. Now, that perception is very close to reality, with experts predicting that 96 percent of Canadians will be on social media by 2026. While this marketing channel is more important than … The post Three Social Media Strategies to Give Your Dental Practice an Edge in 2022 appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Identity Dental Marketing Grows in Popularity Among Dental Start-Ups

Identity Dental

Identity Dental Marketing is an industry leader when it comes to marketing for new dental practices. As a result of their broad marketing expertise, they can help denovos with many aspects of marketing. This includes business names, logos, overall branding, website design, SEO, Google Adwords optimization, print design, event marketing, social media marketing, and more. […].

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Identity Dental Marketing Welcomes New Team Member

Identity Dental

Identity Dental Marketing is proud to announce the addition of David Coyne to our team. With over nine years of experience in digital marketing, David has managed millions of dollars in ad spend and has a proven track record of success. David is a strong creative writer with a deep understanding of brand positioning and […]. The post Identity Dental Marketing Welcomes New Team Member appeared first on Identity Dental Marketing.

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Identity Dental Marketing Announces New Lead Nurturing System

Identity Dental

As a dental practice, it’s essential to have a strong online presence to attract new patients and retain existing ones. However, managing multiple online accounts and keeping track of leads can be time-consuming and overwhelming. That’s where Identity Dental Marketing’s lead nurturing service comes in. Our lead nurturing service streamlines the process of managing online […].

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How to Gain a Competitive Edge with a Sound Marketing Plan

Oral Health Group

The post How to Gain a Competitive Edge with a Sound Marketing Plan appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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People Pleasing: Characteristics of Being a People Pleaser

Dentistry Gone Digital

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.

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Identity Dental Marketing Recognized as Leader for Dental Start-Ups

Identity Dental

Identity Dental Marketing is the recognized leading provider of marketing for start-up dental practices. Their extensive expertise in all facets of marketing enables them to assist denovos with business naming, logo design, overall branding, website design,SEO, Google Ads optimization, print design, event marketing, social media marketing and more. Utilizing proven methods, Identity is known by […].

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Four Tips for Successful Networking

Oral Health Group

RELATED ARTICLE: Tips for Successful Networking with Your Dental Colleagues. The post Four Tips for Successful Networking appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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The Importance of Quality Writing Skills in a Dental Office

Oral Health Group

The internet is a major information resource today. It is no exaggeration to say that it is a vital resource for any business – 95% of people look for a dental practice and doctor online. You are not here? You’re … The post The Importance of Quality Writing Skills in a Dental Office appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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How to Start a Dental Practice

Oral Health Group

Congratulations! You have finally reached the point in your career where you are ready to open your own dental practice. You may now find yourself wondering… what’s next? Owning and operating a practice is the ultimate goal of many providers, … The post How to Start a Dental Practice appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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5 Factors that Reflect the Quality of Your Orthodontic Practice

Oral Health Group

Dental issues don’t forgive anyone. Almost everyone suffers from some dental problem or another at least once in their life. This means a visit to an orthodontist is inevitable for orthodontic treatment. So, you must make the patients’ experience as … The post 5 Factors that Reflect the Quality of Your Orthodontic Practice appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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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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Prioritizing Mental Health Could Improve Your Dental Practice

Oral Health Group

Were you aware that 75% of Canadians want their employers to address workplace mental health? There’s no doubt that the world’s views on mental illness have come a long way, but the general workforce still thinks that organizations have further … The post Prioritizing Mental Health Could Improve Your Dental Practice appeared first on Oral Health Group.