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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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Google Announces the Removal of Google My Business (GMB) App

Identity Dental

As of April 5, 2022, Google has notified users that the Google My business App is going away. This comes after Google recently changed the name of its local business management system “Google My Business” to “Google Business Profile.” The email from Google states that they are phasing out the Google My Business app and […]. The post Google Announces the Removal of Google My Business (GMB) App appeared first on Identity Dental Marketing.

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Are You Ready to be Creative?

Dental Peers

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 be wrong more often than they are right! Still, it is always fun to play a bit of a guessing game, so I gave it my best shot. Regardless of which of my predictions may come to pass or not, the one aspect I am quite confident in is that dentistry will reward those who are creative.

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Acquiring a dental practice and some of the pitfalls

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Bruce Bryen. Now that the dental school graduate has worked as an associate and feels that an understanding of the workings of a practice is known, he or she may be ready to acquire a dental practice. The knowledge of the clinical skills will be known only to the degree they were acquired while working as an associate. A concern may be the administrative side of the practice.

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What are the Benefits of Taking a Data-Driven Approach to Running Your Dental Practice?

Oral Health Group

Dentists and hygienists are often busy with day-to-day tasks, including managing patient records, keeping financial information updated, supervising the team, implementing different procedures, and even working on marketing and PR. But what if we told you that running your daily … The post What are the Benefits of Taking a Data-Driven Approach to Running Your Dental Practice?

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SmartMouth Steps Up the Fight Against Bad Breath with a New Look for its Activated Mouthwash Products

Dental News and Technology

Mouthwash leverages zinc-ion-activation to provide around-the-clock prevention of sulfur gas – the source of bad breath ST. LOUIS, April 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SmartMouth – a leading provider of innovative oral-care products – introduced a new look to their dual-chamber bottle design for enhanced protection against bad breath. The new Dual-Chamber Bottle look will be featured in SmartMouth products including Original Activated Mouthwash, Clinical Activated Mouthwash and Dry Mouth Activated Mout

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Anemia Treatment May Hold Promise in the Fight Against Caries

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and Indiana University have found that a treatment designed to address iron-deficient anemia may also reduce caries-causing bacteria in the oral cavity. The therapy is a solution containing ferumoxytol followed by a hydrogen peroxide mouthrinse. Study authors found that daily application of the solution in a nightguard followed by a hydrogen peroxide rinse significantly decreased the adhesion of caries-causing bacteria to

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The Aesthetic Meeting 2022 in San Diego Invites Rosemont Media CEO to Lecture

Rosemont Review

The Rosemont Media team and CEO Keith Humes will be at The Aesthetic Meeting 2022 held by The Aesthetic Society, formerly known as The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). San Diego, CA – Hosted by The Aesthetic Society, The Aesthetic Meeting 2022 will be held in San Diego, California from April 20-24. Many leading plastic surgeons from around the world will be in attendance for this event at the San Diego Convention Center.

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Equalizing Access to Dental Care

Dental News and Technology

Disparities were diminished, but not eliminated, after expansions in public dental coverage In Brief: Expanding eligibility for public coverage of dental care was linked to reductions in racial and ethnic disparities in use of dental services, according to a recent analysis. Despite lessened disparities, overall use of dental care remained low across racial and ethnic groups, indicating that insurance coverage is one of multiple factors that could improve access to care.

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Patients With Penicillin Allergy More Likely to Experience Implant Failure

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

A new study found that patients reporting a penicillin allergy were more likely to experience implant failure than patients who took amoxicillin, a penicillin antibiotic, before implant surgery and during the healing phase. Researchers at New York University College of Dentistry looked at the records of more than 830 patients. They determined that patients who took an alternative antibiotic—such as clindamycin, azithromycin, ciprofloxacin, or metronidazole—due to reported penicillin allergy were

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Orthodontic force and dental pulp changes

The Dental Elf

This review of the clinical and radiographic findings of orthodontic force application on the dental pulp included 26 studies. While increase in pulpal sensibility clinical response, an immediate decrease in pulpal blood flow, changes in pulp cavity volume, and an increase in the incidence of pulp stone formation the studies were mostly small and of low quality so the certainty of the available evidence is graded as very low.

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Webinar: Improving Communication with Dental Labs

3M

The post Webinar: Improving Communication with Dental Labs appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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Self-adhesive composites - Do they keep what they promise?

Dental News and Technology

Swiss Dent J. 2022 Apr 4; Abstract Self-adhesive composites promise simplified application and reliable adhesion to dental hard tissues without prior conditioning or application of an adhesive system. Their working principle is based on specific functional monomers. Although they may reach acceptable sealing capability in minimally invasive cavities, study results showed significantly reduced bond strength to enamel and dentin compared to conventional adhesive systems.

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Prevalence of Dental Anomalies in Children With Cancer Differs Based on Treatment Received

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

A new study in Nature demonstrates that the prevalence of dental anomalies among children who undergo cancer treatment differs based on the type of therapy received. Conducted at the Hebrew University-Hadassah School of Dental Medicine, authors looked at the impact of chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery in addition to disease type and patient age on the prevalence of dental anomalies.

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Occlusal schemes for complete dentures

The Dental Elf

This overview of reviews of the influence of occlusal schemes on the clinical performance of and patient satisfaction with complete dentures included 10 systematic reviews. Whil ethe findings suggest that occlusal schemes might interfere with the clinical performance the results should be carefully considered because of the low quality of the systematic reviews included.

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How Modern Technology Has Changed Veneers

Denton Dental Center

Veneers are among the most commonly recommended cosmetic treatments for those who are looking to get rid of stains, gaps, cracks, and other imperfections that can get in the way of a perfect smile. While dentists have been using veneers for a long time, the technology used to create and place them has changed quite a bit, making them much more durable and reliable!

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A comparison of virtually mounted dental casts from traditional facebow records, average values, and 3D facial scans

Dental News and Technology

Published: April 02, 2022 DOI: [link] The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry Abstract Statement of problem Although average values and facebow records have been incorporated into prosthetic dentistry with much success, little is known about how using 3D facial scans for mounting compare with traditional mounting methods. Purpose The purpose of this pilot clinical study was to determine differences in measurements among casts mounted virtually by using the average values of the Bonwill triangle and

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Sugary Foods Pack a Big Punch in Post-Menopausal Women’s Oral Health

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

While we all know that indulging in lots of sugary treats, drinking soda, and eating bread can negatively impact our health, the oral microbiome of post-menopausal women really takes a hit. New research out of the University at Buffalo investigated the subgingival plaque of more than 1,200 post-menopausal women. Scientists found that carbohydrate and sucrose consumption and glycemic load were associated with “bad” oral bacteria such as Streptococcus mutans and Leptotrichia spp , increasing th

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Traumatic dental injuries in primary teeth – prevalence of clinical and radiographic sequalae

The Dental Elf

This review of the prevalence of clinical and radiographic sequelae following traumatic dental injuries to primary teeth included 25 cross-sectional studies. Crown discolouration followed by pulp necrosis with infection were the most common sequelae but the findings should be viewd with caution because the evidence is of very low certainty. The post Traumatic dental injuries in primary teeth – prevalence of clinical and radiographic sequalae appeared first on National Elf Service.

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What to Eat and Drink After All-on-4 Surgery

Friendswood Dental Blog

If you need to have several teeth replaced all at once, All-on-4 dental implants are a wonderful option for rebuilding your smile. This method replaces an entire row of missing teeth, and many patients leave their dentist’s office with their new, permanent teeth on the same day as the treatment. As with any procedure, you will want to prepare ahead of time to ensure you have a great recovery.

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How to Make Your Teeth Whitening Results Last Longer 

Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire

Are you looking for a teeth whitening treatment that will give you long-lasting results? If so, then you should consider using Zoom Teeth Whitening. This treatment is one of the most popular and effective methods of teeth whitening available today. However, if you want to make sure your teeth stay white for as long as possible, there are a few things you can do to help.

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New Research Sheds Light on How Inflammation Impacts COVID-19 Risk

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Study results from Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) are helping scientists understand why individuals with inflammation-related health problems—such as asthma and diabetes—are at greater risk for severe COVID-19-related illness. OHSU researchers found that inflamed capillaries were more easily infected with SARS-CoV-2 than capillaries without the presence of inflammation.

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Caring for Your New Smile After Invisalign Treatment in Blackburn

Healthy Smiles

Everyone wishes for a perfect and straight smile, and Invisalign treatment is the right step in this direction as it is ideal for healthy tooth alignment. Invisalign is a clear alternative to braces and offers a painless and invisible way to straighten teeth. Although you can achieve desired results with it, there are still some things that you must remember for taking care of Invisalign treatment in Blackburn and maintaining a beautiful and straight smile.

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EPIC Expands into New Territory with Acquisition of Treloar & Heisel?

The Big Brush

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. and NEW CASTLE, Pa., April 7, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants announced today that it has acquired Treloar & Heisel located in New Castle, Pennsylvania. The strategic decision expands the offerings of financial planning and insurance services to medical and dental professionals.

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How YAPI Helped Me Navigate A Startup With Limited Resources

YapiApp

Meet Irene Iancu, RDH – YAPI Advocate and Savvy Startup Practice Owner in Toronto, Canada. Reporting LIVE from a startup practice at the height of a global pandemic – a business owner who has never run an office before and is terrified every day. Hi, I’m Irene, otherwise known as @Toothlife.Irene on Instagram. On August 1, 2020, I made the most important career decision of my life.

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Dental Teams Help Detect Oral Cancer

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

In recognition of Oral Cancer Awareness Month in April, the American Dental Association (ADA) reminds us that two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, regular dental visits are more important than ever. In fact, they could save lives. With the American Cancer Society estimating that 54,000 new cases of oral or oropharyngeal cancer will be diagnosed in 2022, oral cancer screening by the dental team can help catch oral cancer early, which contributes to better treatment outcomes.

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[Webinar Recording] How To Increase New Dental Patients With Google Maps SEO

My Social Practice

Webinar Presenter. Adrian Lefler. Vice President of My Social Practice. Adrian is the Vice President at My Social Practice, an agency providing expert SEO support, social media marketing content, and strategy to dental practices. Adrian has been involved in Google maps SEO for more than 12 years and has helped thousands of companies grow and thrive through digital marketing.

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Who Extracts Wisdom Teeth?

Best Dentist in Houston

Do you know who extracts wisdom teeth? If you’re like most people, you probably believe almost any licensed dentist can do this. Unfortunately, that is not correct. And that’s totally understandable—wisdom teeth extractions are one of those procedures that nobody really talks about. But believe it or not, wisdom teeth extractions are a very common procedure.

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A new era: 2022 Lobby Day wrap up

ASDA Blog

Dentists and dental students came together in Washington, D.C., March 20-22 to discuss issues affecting the dental profession, network with students and practitioners from across the country, and meet with members of Congress. For many students like me, this was the first time attending an in-person Lobby Day due to restrictions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic in the past two years.

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4 Tips to Help You Prepare for Your Dental Board Exams

The Big Brush

Dental board exams can be challenging and anxiety-producing, but they're a critical step in becoming a dentist, and most dental students are focused on passing them the first time around.

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Jeffery S. Kahler, DDS: Making a dream practice come true through difficult times

Off the Cusp

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Read Time: 14 Minute, 25 Second. Jeffery S. Kahler, DDS, with his wife Sheilah. Everyone’s experiences over the last two years have been unique yet parallel due to the pandemic. Jeffery S. Kahler, DDS, decided to move and expand his practice not long before the shutdown, so he and his Patterson Dental team experienced all the setbacks that came with that.

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Philips Power Flosser Evaluation Starting Now

Denticle

I wanted to let you all know that I am now starting a personal evaluation of the new Philips Power Flosser. Oral irrigators have become incredibly popular over the last decade and many patients prefer using a device that pushes water between the teeth instead of manual flossing. Dental professionals understand that. We know flossing can be difficult. especially to do it correctly.

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How To Schedule Your Wisdom Teeth Removal Procedure

Best Dentist in Houston

Not all wisdom teeth need to be extracted. But if you have an impacted wisdom tooth, you will likely need to have it removed. Otherwise, it may promote tooth decay, harbor diseases, damage surrounding bone, and cause many other oral health issues. If you are not sure whether to remove the wisdom teeth or keep them, you’ll want to set up an appointment with an oral surgeon.

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The State of Florida Considers Funding Volunteer Dental Program

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

With the absence of dental coverage under Medicare, it’s no wonder that many in Florida—which has one of the largest older adult populations in the United States—struggle to access professional oral healthcare services. In 1997, the Florida Dental Association and Dental Lifeline Network-Florida started the Donated Dental Service Program, and they have been funding it ever since.

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Your Health is Under Your Nose with Dr. Kami Hoss

The Super Dentists

The Healthy Mouth Movement Podcast [link]. The post Your Health is Under Your Nose with Dr. Kami Hoss appeared first on The Super Dentists.

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Clinical Case: Restorative treatment of a restless kid’s primary molar.

3M

The post Clinical Case: Restorative treatment of a restless kid’s primary molar. appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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What Kind of Anesthesia Is Used for Wisdom Teeth Removal?

Best Dentist in Houston

It’s never fun preparing for a trip to an oral surgeon to have your wisdom teeth removed. But if the teeth are causing dental problems, extracting them can be the only option to relieve pain and improve your oral health. However, you can’t help but feel worried about experiencing discomfort during tooth extraction. That’s understandably normal.