Dentistry Today

MAY 15, 2024

“I have had dentures since 2006, and I know how hard and aggravating it is to keep them fitting right. I remembered the equipment we used when I played sports and came up with this idea,” said an InventHelp inventor from Tazewell, VA. “AFFORD A DENT could eliminate the time, energy, and money expended on numerous visits to a dentist to have dentures refit.” AFFORD A DENT, patent-pending, offers users an alternative to traditional dentures.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

MAY 15, 2024

Today, Dr. William Chen, a seasoned dentist and entrepreneur, shares his insights and experiences in scaling his dental practice and building a successful dental team. Host: Dr. Tanya Sue Maestas Guest: Dr. William Chen Edited By: Candy Velez CRDH Let’s explore the challenges of building a successful dental practice and the mistakes that can occur along the way.

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Dentistry Today

MAY 9, 2024

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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Dental News and Technology

MAY 14, 2024

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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Oral Health Group

MAY 13, 2024

Research featured in Nature Aging recently noted how Artificial Intelligence was used to sift through a clinical database of more than five million patients to predict their risk of The post A Case Study in Creating Fresh, Meaningful Content on the “Latest” Research appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MAY 8, 2024

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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Dentistry Today

MAY 10, 2024

eClinicalWorks, the largest ambulatory cloud EHR and first AI-driven EHR, introduced Sunoh.ai for dental clinics—a revolutionary AI-powered technology that transforms dental workflows for faster, more efficient, and hands-free clinical documentation and patient care. The EHR-agnostic AI technology integrates seamlessly with eClinicalWorks to assist dentists and hygienists nationwide.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

MAY 13, 2024

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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Rosemont Review

MAY 14, 2024

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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Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire

MAY 10, 2024

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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Dental News and Technology

MAY 14, 2024

Two-Day, 16 CEU Program Hosted by the Institute of Advanced Dental Education – A Newly Authorized Nash Institute Affiliate Charlotte, NC and Colts Neck, NJ – May 10, 2024 – World renown cosmetic dentist Dr. Ross Nash will be partnering with New Jersey’s top cosmetic dentist Dr. Anthony Vocaturo to present the comprehensive two-day, program “Full Mouth Reconstruction: High-Tech, High-Touch.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

MAY 10, 2024

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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Rosemont Review

MAY 15, 2024

Dr. Neil Zemmel announces the launch of his newly redesigned specialty website focused on breast reduction surgery. Richmond, VA — Richmond Aesthetic Surgery, a leader in aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery, is thrilled to announce the launch of its newly redesigned breast reduction website. This state-of-the-art website features a more modern look with a visually appealing layout that aligns with the practice’s primary website branding, enhancing the overall patient experience. &

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Denticle

MAY 15, 2024

As I've probably mentioned before, this year I was honored to become a Candid Academy Faculty member. My good friend, Dr. David Little and I both joined in February/March time frame. I love providing orthodontic treatment and I follow that part of the industry pretty closely. Because of my fascination with all things ortho, I was excited to see a recent report on PR Newswire that stated experts are expecting the market for orthodontic services to be a record breaking $8.39 billion by 2027.

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Dentistry Today

MAY 15, 2024

The new Affordable Dentures & Implants practice in Kearny Mesa , California , located in The Shops At Spectrum, 9187 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., Suite 4, is now open. The practice joins the nation’s largest provider network of dental practices—supported by Affordable Care —that provide tooth replacement services. From extractions and partial dentures to full dentures and dental implants , including implant-secured dentures , Affordable Dentures & Implants in Kearny Mesa offers quality,

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Dental News and Technology

MAY 9, 2024

May 8, 2024 The American Dental Association (ADA) urges all dental practices to remain vigilant after it was contacted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) with information regarding a credible threat to the practices of oral and maxillofacial surgeons. Current Threat Information from the FBI On Tuesday, May 6, 2024, the FBI informed the ADA and the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) of a credible cybersecurity threat to the practices of oral and maxillofacia

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Dentistry Gone Digital

MAY 8, 2024

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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Harmony Dental Care

MAY 15, 2024

We are thrilled to announce the newest addition to our dental team at Harmony Dental Care in Ridgeland, MS— Dr. Austin Rogers ! As a recent graduate of the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry, Dr. Rogers brings fresh expertise and enthusiasm to our clinic, and he is excited to continue learning under Dr. Kalil Abide. Dr. Rogers’s innovative approach and dedication to patient care fit perfectly with Harmony Dental Care’s mission to ensure every patient leaves our clinic with a healthier,

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Off the Cusp

MAY 10, 2024

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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Dentistry Today

MAY 15, 2024

Panacea Financial and the American Student Dental Association (ASDA) announced that they are partnering to provide ASDA dental student members with financial services, including personal loans and checking and savings accounts designed for the needs of dental students. ASDA has 23,000 student members located in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. “This partnership with the American Student Dental Association will help support dentists-in-training across the country with access to concierge-level ban

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Perio Perio

MAY 14, 2024

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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Dentistry Gone Digital

MAY 8, 2024

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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Denticle

MAY 14, 2024

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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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MAY 14, 2024

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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Dentistry Today

MAY 15, 2024

PDS Health, a leading U.S. provider of integrated healthcare support services, proudly announces its recognition as one of The Civic 50 honorees of 2024 by Points of Light, the world’s largest nonprofit dedicated to accelerating people-powered change. Each year, The Civic 50 program recognizes the 50 most community-minded companies in the nation and has established itself as the premier recognition program for corporate citizenship, social impact, and community engagement.

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Creekview Dental

MAY 8, 2024

Are veneers a permanent solution for your dental imperfections? When used by a skilled dentist, dental veneers have the power to aesthetically enhance teeth and makeover smiles. But while the results are stunning, those who are interested in this treatment often find themselves with many questions —- especially when it comes to how long veneers last.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

MAY 8, 2024

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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Denticle

MAY 13, 2024

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.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MAY 13, 2024

The University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) School of Dentistry has initiated an advanced standing dental education program, offering a pathway for international dentists to practice in the United States. This program, launched in January, condenses the dental degree into 2.5 years compared to the traditional 4-year program, enabling students to graduate by May 2027.

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Dentistry Today

MAY 13, 2024

Dr. Paul Carey, DDS , a distinguished figure in the medical community, is proud to announce the continuation of the Dr. Paul Carey Scholarship for Medical Students, an esteemed scholarship program aimed at supporting aspiring medical professionals in their academic pursuits. With a one-time award of $1,000, this scholarship is open to undergraduate students across the nation.

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Perio Perio

MAY 8, 2024

Introduction to All on 4 Dental Implants All-on-4 dental implants represent a revolutionary approach to dental restoration, offering a permanent solution for those missing multiple teeth. Unlike traditional implants, which require a separate post for each tooth, all-on-4 implants use just four strategically placed posts to support an entire arch of teeth.

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Gilreath Dental

MAY 8, 2024

Welcome to Marietta, Georgia – a vibrant and bustling city located just northwest of Atlanta. Known for its rich history, charming downtown area, and friendly community, Marietta has something for everyone. And when it comes to your oral health, you deserve nothing but the best. That’s why we’re here to introduce you to Marietta’s top… The post Top & Best Dental Office Near Me for a Healthy Smile Journey appeared first on Gilreath Family Dentistry Marietta.

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Denticle

MAY 9, 2024

For the last several years, when I've needed to protect my eyes from laser wavelengths, I've used Ease-In-Shields. In fact, I was so impressed with them, that I brought them up during the meeting of the Cellerant Best of Class meeting where we determined the winners for 2017. If I remember correctly, they were a unanimous winner with myself and the rest of the panel all voting "yes" to give them the award.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MAY 12, 2024

The Colorado Dental Association lobbied hard to get state legislators to increase Medicaid reimbursement for dental procedures and those efforts recently came to fruition. Colorado Governor Polis signed off on the state’s fiscal year 2024/2025 budget, set to take effect from July 1, 2024. Notably, the budget allocates more than $78 million toward substantial reimbursement rate increases for Medicaid dental providers.

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Dentistry Today

MAY 14, 2024

“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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My Social Practice

MAY 8, 2024

The Key to Oral Surgeon Reputation Management Savvy dental professionals know that the oral surgery marketing landscape is changing. Patients are just as likely to call an oral surgeon after performing a Google search as they are to contact a practice following a referral. As a specialist, the tricky part of attracting new patients is making your practice stand out to people who aren’t aware of the intricacies of your area of expertise.

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Modern Family Dental

MAY 8, 2024

Do you know what a dental membership or heard of dental saving plans before? Ever feel like boosting your dental health is a maze of too many choices? Dental insurance can especially make it more complicated than it needs to be. That is why we have introduce our Premier Dental Membership as one of our two dental saving plans. Picture this: a world where every floss, brush, and dentist visit gets you points toward awesome rewards.

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