Oral Health Group
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
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.
Dental News and Technology
FEBRUARY 21, 2022
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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Dental Peers
FEBRUARY 7, 2022
We know the pandemic has had a profound impact on the dental profession. Hygiene, in particular, has been hit hard, with a number of hygienists seeing it as a sign to change careers. The resulting labour market has seen dentists jumping over each other, pushing salaries ever higher to make sure they had someone — anyone — available to treat their patients.
Dentistry Gone Digital
FEBRUARY 15, 2022
By: Linda Harvey , MS, RDH. Note to Reader: This blog is an excerpt of an article originally published on DentistryIQ. In case you weren’t aware, there are a number of HIPAA updates on the horizon. That’s because patient rights, data security, and digital transformations are mutating as quickly as the COVID variants. Table of Contents: Interoperability & Open Open Notes Privacy & Patient Rights How to Prepare for HIPAA Updates.
Ask The Dentist
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
Table of Contents [Hide] [Show] What is Mouth Tape? + − Taping my mouth at night sounds scary—what can I do? What’s So Bad About Mouth Breathing? Benefits of Mouth Tape + − 1. Increased nitric oxide levels 2. Reduced risk of teeth grinding 3. Reduced risk of dry mouth 4. Efficient way to diagnose more serious issues How to Mouth Tape for Better Sleep Where To Buy Mouth Tape?
Queen of Dental Hygiene
FEBRUARY 28, 2022
Oral health and wellness can be so complicated. You try hard, yet it never seems to be enough. Let’s take the complex process of oral health and make it into much more manageable bite size nuggets. I love cookbooks. Beautiful pictures of mouthwatering delicious goodness waiting for you at the end of a complicated recipe. Don’t you love when it all comes together and really does work?
Oral Health Group
FEBRUARY 21, 2022
Interested in contributing to Oral Health Group’s blog? Email marley@newcom.ca for more information! The post Where to Find an Audience and Build Your Dental Brand appeared first on Oral Health Group.
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Med Rank Interactive
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
As you go through dental school, your dreams of opening your own dental practice probably don’t include the tiny, yet crucial, details of practice management, marketing, and running a business. You envision treating patients, performing procedures, and doing what you’ve trained for over the last several years. However, owning a dental practice comes with numerous responsibilities to launch and grow your business.
Dentistry Gone Digital
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
We already know that infection control is paramount for creating safe dental visits by ensuring the safety of patients and staff. Both OSHA and the CDC also support the role of the ICC, with recommendations that every office should have one on-site. But aside from dental office safety, having an Infection Control Coordinator (ICC) to implement and manage your office infection control prevention plan can bring a multitude of benefits to your practice.
Off the Cusp
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Read Time: 1 Minute, 21 Second. The importance of oral hygiene and what to expect when visiting the dentist were the focus of a recent episode of Sesame Street, available in full on YouTube. In the episode, Elmo, Charlie, Julia and Alan play pretend dentist with a toy alligator to help remind Julia of what happens at the dentist.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
FEBRUARY 28, 2022
According to a poll conducted by the Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research, most Americans are no longer afraid of the COVID-19 pandemic. As the number of new infections has dropped drastically, only 24% of Americans recently polled said they were extremely afraid of contracting COVID-19. Most Americans also believe SARS-CoV-2 will continue to circulate but will cease to cause serious illness.
Oral Health Group
FEBRUARY 7, 2022
We know the pandemic has had a profound impact on the dental profession. Hygiene, in particular, has been hit hard, with a number of hygienists seeing it as a sign to change careers. The resulting labour market has seen dentists … The post Do You Really Want to Give Up on Hygiene? appeared first on Oral Health Group.
Dental News and Technology
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
OAK BROOK, Ill. , Feb. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Delta Dental released new findings from its 2022 Original Tooth Fairy Poll® that show the Tooth Fairy's average cash gift reached $5.36 per tooth, a record high in the 24-year history of the poll. Newly disclosed value of a lost tooth has more than quadrupled since the inception of the Original Tooth Fairy Poll®.
Gilreath Dental
FEBRUARY 28, 2022
Spring is just around the corner. As you prepare to clean out closets or wipe off the patio furniture, ask yourself what you will do for your smile. Gilreath Family Dentistry recommends a spring cleaning for your teeth and gums! Professional dental cleanings are suggested at least twice a year to improve your oral health,… The post Time to Schedule Your Spring Teeth Cleaning appeared first on Gilreath Family Dentistry.
Dentistry Gone Digital
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
By: Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH. There has been a great deal of development in the subject of infection control (IC) over the last century as we have grown to understand the concept. We know how it affects the quality of treatment and overall dental office safety. Over time, research on infection control prevention and management has yielded insights that have been gradually integrated into the curriculum and training courses.
Patient News
FEBRUARY 15, 2022
Because we deal with such great dentists and dental teams, and we’re managing print and digital dental marketing campaigns that feature stories about your great work and great results, we forget that there are not-so-great dentists out there. It was a surprising reminder this week to hear from one of our awesome clients about why they had to terminate a.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
On Friday, February 25, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revised its recommendation that Americans wear masks while in public indoor spaces in order to reduce the transmission of SARS-CoV-2, suggesting they are only necessary when a high level of novel coronavirus is circulating. After a winter COVID-19 surge due to the easily spread Omicron variant, the number of new COVID-19 cases has dropped dramatically over the past 2 weeks.
Oral Health Group
FEBRUARY 28, 2022
Dawson has 5 requirements for occlusal stability. The first is that there are stable contacts on all teeth of equal intensity in centric relation. So what is centric relation. It is relationship of the mandible to the maxilla when the … The post An Idiot’s Guide to Occlusion appeared first on Oral Health Group.
Dental News and Technology
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
Midmark and Bien-Air will partner up to combine Midmark’s care delivery units with Bien-Air’s micromotor and contra-angle handpieces. Midmark and Bien-Air Announce Partnership Midmark has announced a new strategic partnership with Bien-Air Dental SA. This partnership aims to enhance patient experience through the combination of Bien-Air’s electric handpiece solutions and Midmark’s dental delivery equipment.
Off the Cusp
FEBRUARY 14, 2022
Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Read Time: 2 Minute, 2 Second. Molar incisor hypomineralization (MIH) is a common developmental condition affecting primarily one or more first permanent molars. The central incisors may be affected as well, but this usually occurs to a lesser extent. Great varieties in severity exist, ranging from mild opacities to post eruptive enamel breakdown.
Dentistry Gone Digital
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
By: Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH. Infection control (IC) is vital to protect the health and well-being of both patients and staff in any successful dental practice. It should be a priority to appoint at least one infection control coordinator (ICC) responsible for the safe delivery of care. What is an Infection Control Coordinator? The CDC states that an ICC must be well-versed in infection prevention protocols and must be willing to update their knowledge continuously, becoming experts on the su
Gilreath Dental
FEBRUARY 17, 2022
Did you know that nearly 36 million adults in the United States suffer from some form of chronic jaw pain? We rely on our jaw joint to eat, speak and yawn. If these daily actions become painful, it is time to let a dentist evaluate you for TMD, or temporomandibular joint disorder. It is easy… The post Surprising Causes of Jaw Pain Disorder appeared first on Gilreath Family Dentistry.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
A survey of American dentists regarding their health found a steep increase in anxiety compared to 2003, with concerns regarding COVID-19 cited as a likely contributor. The stress of practicing during a global pandemic and the resultant shortage in available dental team staff members were noted as possible factors. Conducted by the American Dental Association, the survey included 20,000 dentists (both members and nonmembers) across the United States.
Oral Health Group
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
Dentistry as a career choice has often been overlooked by younger generations. On the other hand, however, dentistry is one of the top 10 career options in the US, according to the 2021 US News and World Report. From financial independence, … The post Motivating the Next Generation to Choose Dentistry as a Professional Career appeared first on Oral Health Group.
Dental News and Technology
FEBRUARY 18, 2022
Acta Odontol Scand. 2022 Feb 11;1-5. doi: 10.1080/00016357.2022.2035816. Online ahead of print. Abstract Objective: To investigate the effect of toothbrush bristles end configuration on the abrasive dentine wear at different brushing forces. Material and methods: One hundred and sixty bovine dentine samples were randomized into eight groups ( n = 20).
YapiApp
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
Learn How to Reactivate Inactive Patients and Download Free Dental Recall Email Templates! Grab a Copy! Let’s face it, most people don’t like to go to the dentist. Research from the CDC shows that even before the pandemic, more than one-third of adults hadn’t visited the dentist in the past year. Such a large pool of inactive patients also represents missed production opportunities for dentists.
Dentistry Gone Digital
FEBRUARY 8, 2022
This post originally appeared on Dew.life. By: Julie Friesen. What does making an impact in dentistry look like to you? Who do you want to influence the most? How can you make a difference in the work that you do? These are tough questions to ponder but I know if you are reading this, you want to leave your mark. How can I make a positive impact in dentistry?
Off the Cusp
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Read Time: 2 Minute, 4 Second. This is a sponsored post by Dentsply Sirona. Dental workflows are becoming more and more efficient due to advances in technology and materials. Dental professionals have more time than ever before, and patients are in and out quickly with beautiful restorations. As a result, single-visit dentistry is becoming the standard of care, and new products, materials and technologies are evaluated by how they improve workflow efficiency
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
Sanofi and GSK are expected to request Emergency Use Authorization from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its two-dose COVID-19 vaccine that uses traditional immunization technology rather than the new mRNA approach implemented by the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 shots. The new vaccine regimen demonstrated 100% efficacy against severe COVID-19 illness and hospitalization and 75% effectiveness against moderate to severe disease.
Oral Health Group
FEBRUARY 14, 2022
Have you ever regretted signing a contract? If so, you probably found yourself thinking, “if only I had known about that in advance.” You certainly do not want to experience contract regret when hiring a third-party individual or firm to market your … The post 10-Questions to Ask BEFORE You Sign a Marketing Contract appeared first on Oral Health Group.
Dental News and Technology
FEBRUARY 17, 2022
Qingxia Yang, MSD Xiaoxu Guan, DDS, MSD Baixiang Wang, DDS, MSD, PhD Jingyao Bai, MSD Xiaoting Zhang, MSD Yi Zhou, DDS, MSD, PhD Show all authors Published: February 12, 2022 DOI: [link] Abstract Statement of problem Assessing peri-implant marginal bone loss (MBL) and its risk factors with cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) may clarify the risk factors for the all-on-4 (5 or 6) strategy and further improve its survival rate.
Patient News
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
Wordle is the talk of the world, so this blog is just for dental marketing fun. Have you gotten caught up in the new online sensation “Wordle”? There’s no app, you simply go to the URL (link below) and with zero clues, determine the 5-letter word of the day. The entire world must figure out the same word and it’s. The post Wordle for dentists! appeared first on Patient News.
Dentistry Gone Digital
FEBRUARY 8, 2022
By: Katie Klaes. Once a company’s name becomes a verb, you know they have made a huge impact on daily life and culture. Google receives about 3 million applications per year with an acceptance rate somewhere in the 0.2% to 0.67% range. The company was ranked #7 on Glassdoor’s 2022 list of Best Places to Work. While there are numerous and varied reasons so many people want to work for Google, the company’s benefits and perks are widely known to be some of the best in the business.
Off the Cusp
FEBRUARY 3, 2022
Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Read Time: 10 Minute, 11 Second. How do potential patients find my dental practice on Google Maps? Is there a way to improve how I rank in search engine results? How do I get into the Google Map 3-Pack? Dentists and dental marketing managers looking for new patients are asking these questions. This local dental search engine optimization (SEO) guide contains valuable information, videos, tips, strategies and directions on optimizing your Google My Business a
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
Michael Burrell / iStock / Getty Images Plus. February is National Children’s Dental Health Month and there’s no better time to shine a spotlight on caries, which is one of the most prevalent childhood diseases in the United States. Caries can severely impact childhood development in multiple ways. According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately one in five children ages 5 to 11 have at least one untreated decayed tooth.
Oral Health Group
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
We all know how important dental hygiene is—but we don’t always know which clinic is best suited for us. So what do we do? We Google it and book an appointment with the clinic that appears at the top of … The post Building a Result-Oriented Content Marketing Strategy for Dentists appeared first on Oral Health Group.
Dental News and Technology
FEBRUARY 17, 2022
Red Bank, NJ February 1, 2022 - The American Association of Dental Office Management (AADOM) is proud to announce continued support and sponsorship by Patterson Dental. Over the years these two companies have supported dental office managers and practice administrators across the country by providing educational and networking opportunities. Their combined resources have provided teams with learning opportunities customized for successful dental practice leaders and have helped support the growt
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