May, 2024

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Intraoral Indications of Dermal Filler Adverse Events

Dentistry Today

INTRODUCTION: WHAT EVERY DENTIST SHOULD KNOW Even if you don’t place dermal fillers, every dentist should be aware of filler complications that can manifest in the oral cavity. In fact, when a patient presents with unexplained intraoral tissue slough or necrosis with a recent history of dermal filler treatment, vascular compromise should be included as a differential diagnosis.

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Is Accountability Missing in YOUR Leadership Model?

Oral Health Group

Perhaps I am a bit of a contrarian, but when it comes to leadership today, I feel like I go against the grain – just The post Is Accountability Missing in YOUR Leadership Model? appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Untangling the truth: User engagement with misinformation in toothache-related Facebook posts

Dental News and Technology

Community Dent Health. 2024 Apr 9. doi: 10.1922/CDH_00190Menezes06. Online ahead of print. Abstract Objective: Social media is a platform for sharing views on aspects of life, including oral health. This study aimed to characterize Facebook posts related to toothache information. Methods: Two independent investigators retrieved 500 English-language posts with the highest level of interaction using CrowdTangleTM and analyzed their facticity, motivation, author's profile, content, sentiment, and t

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The Power of a Simple Smile

Queen of Dental Hygiene

Say “Cheese”! May is National Smile Month. Let’s celebrate smiles and learn more them. The simple act of smiling is so powerful. It has the potential to change your entire outlook on life. Join me and learn more about something we take for granted- “The Smile” Fun Happy Smile A Smile History Lesson Did you know that in the “olden days” people did not smile in portraits or old photos because at that time, smiles were equated with madness, insanity, drun

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Financial Mistakes Dentists Should Avoid: Insights from Dr. William Chen

Dentistry Gone Digital

Host: Dr. Tanya Sue Maestas Guest: Dr. William Chen Edited By: Candy Velez CRDH Today, we continue our conversation with Dr. William Chen, exploring the realm of digital dentistry and discussing a significant financial mistake he made in his career. Dr. Chen shares valuable insights and advice for dentists, shedding light on avoiding financial pitfalls.

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Dental Peers - Untitled Article

Dental Peers

The Rise of Teledentistry as a Sustainable Solution In recent years, the environmental impact of various industries has come under scrutiny , and dentistry has been no exception to this trend. Overall, the need to remain sanitary for each patient stands as the primary contributor to this environmental burden, followed by common practices such as patients traveling to dental offices, the extensive use of lighting within these facilities, and substantial resource consumption of materials by denti

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Heading Toward Servant Leadership: A Transformation in Overcoming Toxic Leadership

Dentistry Today

I heard Dr. Bruce Baird use the term “boss-hole” while lecturing at the Productive Dentist Academy workshop a few years ago. I immediately understood its meaning, though his gentle and cultured Texan drawl toned it down significantly: “I would have used a different term”… I thought to myself. I understood “boss-hole” because for most of my career I’d been a boss-hole.

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Orthodontists’ use of remote monitoring platforms pre-, amid, and post-COVID-19: a survey study

Dental News and Technology

BMC Oral Health volume 24 , Article number: 480 ( 2024 ) Cite this article Abstract Background Did the COVID-19 pandemic affect orthodontists’ use of remote monitoring platforms? The goal of this research was to examine orthodontists’ experiences implementing remote monitoring platforms before, during, and after the initial COVID-19 lockdown. Methods In this descriptive cross-sectional survey study, an electronic, anonymous questionnaire consisting of a series of 31 short-answer and multiple-cho

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Survey Results Reveal Trends in Oral Healthcare

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Delta Dental’s 2024 State of America’s Oral Health and Wellness Report underscores a growing understanding of oral health’s significance in overall well-being. With 91% of adults valuing dental visits as crucial as annual physicals, awareness of oral health’s impact on conditions like respiratory illnesses and diabetes is rising, especially among younger generations.

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Cracking the Case: Understanding Broken Provisionals

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Lee Ann Brady DMD Topic originally appeared on Pankey.org: Dr. Brady allowed permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers Provisionals play a pivotal role, not just in helping the patient adjust through to their final restorations, but they are helpful to us also – to fix our mistakes while we still can. Even though it can seem hard to face, when we find that something is wrong in the design of provisionals delivered to the patient, it’s always better to look at the positive side of t

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How Mountain Aire Dentistry Can Help You Get Better Sleep

Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire

Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that affects millions of people worldwide, leading to a decrease in the quality of life, diminished energy levels, and potential long-term health consequences. For those suffering from this condition, finding effective treatment can be life-changing. This is where Mountain Aire Dentistry steps in, offering innovative solutions for sleep apnea sufferers aiming for a restful night’s sleep.

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Dentistry.One Named A 2024 NJBIZ Health Care Hero

Dentistry Today

Dentistry.One , a virtual-first dental care solution introduced by MouthWatch, LLC , was recently named a 2024 Health Care Hero by leading New Jersey business publication, NJBIZ. The annual award recognizes excellence, promotes innovation, and honors the efforts of the individuals and organizations making a significant impact on the quality of health care in New Jersey.

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How to Get Real-Time Patient Feedback for Your Medical or Dental Practice

Rosemont Review

As our experiences continue to be published and proliferated online, patient feedback has never been more critical in establishing a strong reputation for your services and your business. Reputation management for doctors, dentists, and healthcare professionals in particular can be highly influential in swinging consumer choices to your favor (or detriment).

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UptimeHealth Announces Acquisition of Dental Whale, Including its Subsidiaries Dental Fix, Florida Dental Repair, and Front Office Rocks

Dental News and Technology

BOSTON, MA – May 1, 2024 – UptimeHealth , a leader in healthcare technology solutions based in Boston, Massachusetts, is proud to announce the successful acquisition of Dental Whale , the leading dental practice solutions and learning provider in North America , including its subsidiaries, Dental Fix, Florida Dental Repair and Front Office Rocks. These expansions enhance UptimeHealth's offerings and signal the launch of UptimeServices , a new subsidiary focused on expanded service solutions with

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Immediate vs Delayed Implant Placement

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

If the tooth in question demonstrates a Class II furcation involvement characterized by such periodontal destruction as to render it non-maintainable, or if a Class III furcation involvement is present, the tooth is extracted and regenerative therapy performed before it is replaced with an implant, abutment and crown. The question then becomes whether to place the implant at the time of tooth removal and perform regenerative therapy in the residual extraction socket defect, or rebuild alveolar b

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Mentor and practice coach!

Dentistry Gone Digital

Dr. Rice has been my personal mentor and coach since I was in dental school. He was instrumental in me purchasing my current practice. Once I owned the practice, he has been a wealth of knowledge in creating systems to help my practice run at peak efficiency. I highly recommend him as a mentor and practice coach. The post Mentor and practice coach! appeared first on igniteDDS.

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Root Canal Awareness Week: When Do You Need One?

Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire

Root Canal Awareness Week is an essential time to shed light on this procedure. Despite its critical importance to oral health, it often gets overshadowed by myths and misconceptions. At Mountain Aire Dentistry, we believe in empowering our patients with knowledge and clarity, especially when it comes to procedures like root canals that can significantly impact your well-being.

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USOSM’s Henry Moomaw Recognized as ‘Outstanding CFO: Large Private Company’

Dentistry Today

U.S. Oral Surgery Management CFO Henry Moomaw was recently named “Outstanding CFO: Large Private Company” by D CEO Magazine as part of the publication’s 2024 Financial Executive Awards. The annual program recognizes the top financial leaders in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and is presented in partnership with the Association for Corporate Growth Dallas-Fort Worth, Financial Executives International, and TXCPA Dallas.

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3 Ways CarePay+ Can Help Patients Get the Care They Need

Off the Cusp

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog Read Time: 3 Minute, 20 Second The cost of dental care and loss of dental insurance are having a considerable impact on patients’ decisions about their oral care. This poses a significant financial barrier for patients to receive the care they need at the time they need it. According to a study by the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health in 2022, 43% of American adults claim they avoid dental care because of the cost.

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Invisalign Lite: a cross-sectional investigation of orthodontist treatment-planning practices

Dental News and Technology

Angle Orthod. 2024 May 1;94(3):280-285. doi: 10.2319/102223-712.1. Abstract Objectives: To survey treatment-planning practices of orthodontists related to the Invisalign Lite clear aligner appliance (Align Technology, San Jose, Calif). Materials and methods: Patients satisfying inclusion and exclusion criteria and treated with Invisalign Lite were selected from a database containing more than 17,000 patients.

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Study Shows Link Between Adverse Childhood Experiences and Poor Oral Health

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

A study published in BMC Oral Health underscores the correlation between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and poor dental health among young people, shedding light on the importance of integrating this knowledge into dental health services. The research highlights how experiences like bullying and abuse are associated with inadequate oral hygiene potentially leading to dental issues such dental caries.

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I wish I’d done this a long time ago!

Dentistry Gone Digital

You will get unprecedented amounts of individual attention from Doctor Rice and Dawn. My consults have instantly improved and so have my numbers! You should definitely do the 90-day Jumpstart program! Dr. Luke Shapiro Dentist The post I wish I’d done this a long time ago! appeared first on igniteDDS.

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M&A Top Tips for Practice Owners

Planet DDS

This is the first in a three-part series about the mergers and acquisitions landscape in dentistry. The article was written by Planet DDS staff and originally published on DrBicuspid.com. For many dentists, it’s a scary statistic: 75% – 80% of dental practices will be affiliated with a dental support group within 10 years. That’s the prediction from Brian Colao, the Director of the Dykema DSO Industry Group, and the nation’s foremost expert on mergers and acquisitions in the dental space

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Free Your Practice with the Glidewell HT Implant System

Dentistry Today

If you are among the growing number of dentists seeking to expand the implant services you offer patients in your practice, the Glidewell HT Implant System can help you succeed with a simplified surgical procedure, expert lab support, and unrivaled cost savings. Manufactured in Irvine, California, from high-strength titanium alloy, Glidewell HT Implants are a proven, premium-quality solution that can help you grow your practice while making treatment available to more patients.

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Google’s SGE: The Future Is Upon Us With the New Search Generative Experience

Rosemont Review

The advent of Artificial Intelligence (or AI) has brought the world yet another revolutionary technological innovation. For many businesses, marketing professionals, and consumers, there are two questions that have been top-of-mind over the last year or so: “Will AI affect the way you conduct searches on the Internet? If so, how?” We recently got some of the clearest answers to those questions yet.

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Glidewell and ProMonitoring™ Announce Partnership and Introduction of Glidewell™Clear Aligners: Powered by ProMonitoring

Dental News and Technology

[Irvine, Calif., May 2, 2024] – Glidewell and ProMonitoring ™ announced their strategic partnership aimed at offering comprehensive clear aligner solutions tailored to the general dentist. The result is the release of the new Glidewell ™ Clear Aligners: Powered by ProMonitoring. This collaboration addresses the daily requests from thousands of Glidewell customers who are looking to prescribe clear aligners without extensive training or disruption to their practice workflows.

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Overcoming Challenges in Class II Furcation Involvement

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

When presented with a Class II furcation, the team must assess a number of treatment options. Odontoplasty cannot be employed to eliminate the “roof” of the periodontally involved furcation, as the resultant tooth contours would be characterized by a deep notch that would retain plaque. If the tooth has a favorable prognosis with treatment, a combination of odontoplasty to reduce the horizontal component of the furcation, followed by regenerative surgery or root resection, can be completed. 1 I

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Patient Acquisition Mindset: Common Issues

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Abe Kasbo The term “Patient Acquisition” doesn’t resonate well with patients; it’s not what they seek or need. Patients aren’t commodities or assets to be obtained. They are people, and dental offices are not Wall Street trading terminals. We shouldn’t view them as mere acquisition targets because that diminishes the entire patient experience, and let’s remember, this noble profession for that matter!

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Unraveling the Relationship Between Dental Implants and Bone Health

Perio Perio

The modern world of dentistry has come a long way. Oral health has been revolutionized by advancements in dentistry that provide aesthetic and functional solutions, such as dental implants. When a dental implant in Sterling, VA is placed, it’s not just sitting there. It’s becoming a part of your jawbone. This process is called osseointegration.

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InventHelp Inventor Develops Improved Means of Flossing

Dentistry Today

“I thought there should be a way to floss between all the upper or lower teeth at the same time,” said an InventHelp inventor from Wainwright, Alberta, Canada. “So, I invented the FLOSS BITE. My design eliminates the hassle of wrapping floss around the fingers and continually unwinding it when moving from tooth to tooth.” The patent-pending invention offers a simpler method for flossing, providing an alternative to traditional floss and resulting in time and effort saving

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Another Hacking Trick used against Healthcare Offices.

Denticle

As almost everyone now knows, you should *never* click on a file emailed to you without first making sure it is authentic. Even then there are risks, but by contacting the people or organization that supposedly sent the file, you can eliminate the majority of that risk. Generally speaking, in the chain of security, the human element is the weakest link.

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DGSHAPE Americas Announces New 3DX Dental 3D Printer Bundle, Powered by Roland DGA

Dental News and Technology

Irvine, Calif., May 1, 2024 – Roland DGA’s DGSHAPE Americas dental business group has announced the addition of the 3D X D ental 3D P rinter B undle , Po wered by Roland DGA to its line of dental products and accessories. This bundle offers a reliable, full-service 3D printing solution at one affordable price, along with Roland DGA’s world-renowned customer service and support.

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Veterans With PTSD Are Also at High Risk of Poor Oral Health

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) often experience poor oral health as well. Unfortunately, these veterans do not always have access to professional dental care services. The Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) limitations on dental coverage, governed by legislative constraints, leave many veterans without essential services. Despite well-established correlations between oral and mental health, a staggering 85% of American veterans lack dental coverage through the VA.

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Building a Strong Dental Team: Lessons from Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz

Dentistry Gone Digital

Interviewer: Tanya Sue Maestas, DDS Interviewee: Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz Edited By: Candy Velez – CRDH, BSDH Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz, who shares her experiences and insights on building a successful dental team. In this episode about teams, Dr. Maragliano-Muniz emphasizes the importance of finding team members who are skilled and share the same passion and energy for dentistry.

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Best InvisibleBraces for 2024

The Super Dentists

Clear aligners are a great alternative for many people, but companies vary drastically in price, medical oversight and treatment plans. Straightening your teeth has always been associated with metal braces, Read More The post Best InvisibleBraces for 2024 appeared first on The Super Dentists.

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Align Technology to Speak at Upcoming Financial Conferences

Dentistry Today

Align Technology has announced that the company is scheduled to speak at multiple upcoming financial conferences. The presentations, as noted below, will be webcast live via the investor relations section of Align Technology’s website at [link]. An archived replay will remain on the website for approximately three months.

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Medit Announces Launch of the New i900 Intraoral Scanner

Denticle

The Medit i900 The dental industry is abuzz with the release of the Medit i900, the latest intraoral scanner from the innovative company Medit. Medit has a history of disrupting the market with user-friendly and high-precision scanners at a good price point, and the i900 promises to be another game-changer. Today's blog post dives into the features of the i900 and explores how it might impact the future of digital dentistry.