Off the Cusp

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Share. Tweet. Share. From a trip to the grocery store to a visit to the dentist’s office, the most salient and lasting effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have impacted every aspect of our day-to-day activities. Once-familiar routines and interactions may seem more akin to maze-like challenges, requiring an unprecedented (and often daunting) degree of safety considerations and precautions to navigate.

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Princess Dental Staffing

DECEMBER 28, 2020

To run a successful dental office and to provide high-quality care to your patients, you have to have great dental office communication. Improving communication within your dental team is an ongoing process, that takes time and effort to make changes when necessary that will make everything flow more smoothly. If there is not good communication within your dental office, then your dental team will not work well together, and there will be a big disconnect between your front office personnel, den

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 28, 2020

In January 2018, Tennessee’s Medicaid program, TennCare, changed its reimbursement policy regarding dental opioid prescriptions to patients age 20 and younger with significant results. New data demonstrate a 45% decrease in the number of opioid prescriptions written by TennCare dentists in 2019 compared to 2017. The policy change caps opioid prescriptions at a maximum of 60 morphine milligram equivalence (a measurement of potency) per day and limits the supply to three days.

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Oral Health Group

DECEMBER 28, 2020

So many suffer from dental phobias and the anxiety they suffer with can be a huge barrier to care. Some may go years without seeing a dental hygienist or a dentist. As a dental hygienist, I have seen how dental … The post Treating Patients with Dental Phobias appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Carestack

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Reputation is the face of any business, be it a greenhorn or a seasoned master. For a dental practice, reputation is the power to attract new clients and retain the existing clients providing them a constant sense of value and quality. This, in turn, means the business goes where its clients go. So in today’s era when the most number of clients are looking for dental solutions online (a whopping 77%), one can easily assume that business reputation is no more on the billboard stilts but on the di

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Dental News and Technology

DECEMBER 30, 2020

The Saudi Dental Journal Available online 9 December 2020 In Press, Uncorrected Proof What are Uncorrected Proof articles? Abstract Objectives Platelet concentrates have been shown to enhance periodontal regeneration when used as a treatment on their own or in conjunction with bone grafting materials. This systematic review aims to assess the effects of using platelet-rich fibrin (PRF), both alone and in combination with other conventionally used materials, on periodontal regeneration in clinica

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ASDA Blog

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Dentistry is an art form. The mouth is the canvas, the dental tools are the paintbrush, and the materials are your paint. Put all these together, and you can create some beautiful dental work. The skills needed in dentistry involve more than using your hands. In order to create a beautiful symphony — a beautiful smile — you need a blend of art and science.

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Carestack

DECEMBER 30, 2020

It is not always an interesting experience to introduce a change in your organization. As exciting as it may sound, those who have tried this might have often left disheartened and frustrated while trying to cope up with the attitudes of various people. Making your team embrace change in dental practice can always be achieved. Here are some of the common types of emotions in people that we come across while implementing a system-wide change.

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Dental News and Technology

DECEMBER 28, 2020

The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry Available online 10 December 2020 In Press, Corrected Proof What are Corrected Proof articles? Abstract Statement of problem An accurate surgical template for guided implant surgery is essential for the success of an implant restoration. However, reports on the accuracy of digitally designed and computer numeric controlled (CNC) machine-milled surgical templates are sparse.

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ASDA Blog

DECEMBER 28, 2020

In case you need some inspiration to help get you through the end of the year, check out ASDA Blog’s top wellness blog posts for this year. A message for you, on ‘that day’ of dental school by Grace Eichler. Impostor syndrome in dental students by Christina Espinosa. Here’s how dental students are staying well during the COVID-19 pandemic by Callista Schulenburg.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 28, 2020

High-speed imaging of particle aerosolization at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry’s dental clinic. Photo courtesy of Joseph Xu, University of Michigan College of Engineering. The risk of COVID-19 transmission via dental aerosols is a conundrum faced by dental practices across the United States. The dental clinic at the University of Michigan (U-M) School of Dentistry in Ann Arbor is no exception.

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Carestack

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Can your patients go directly to your website and book an appointment without shuffling back and forth to the dental office or making multiple calls to the front desk? Many dental practices still use legacy systems that require patients to make a phone call or visit the office in-person to schedule their appointments. This raises inconvenience from the patients’ side and may make them hesitant to schedule their next appointment with your practice.

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Patient News

JANUARY 1, 2021

What do you really want? If anything, 2020 showed us all that we’re stronger and more resilient than we may have thought. Dentists and their teams pivoted business processes – quickly – and are safely seeing patients. There has been no reported dentist-to-patient transmission of COVID-19. The dental office is one of the safest places to visit for patients.

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Gilreath Dental

DECEMBER 28, 2020

If you are like many Americans, you are finding relief that a new year is just around the corner. A new year is the best time to begin a journey to a better you. Did you know that taking steps to protect and improve your smile in 2021 can make a dramatic difference in your… The post New Year’s Resolutions for Your Smile appeared first on Gilreath Family Dentistry.

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Off the Cusp

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Share. Tweet. Share. Dentistry. It’s a lot like your New Year’s resolution to get healthy. You’re looking at the calendar today. Assessing the loss that’s been 2020. Lumping all bad eating habits in until Dec. 31. And marking your calendar for Monday, Jan. 4, as the day to get in shape. You’ll revamp your diet; you’ll hit the gym; you’ll get better rest; and by Feb. 1, you’ll be back on track.

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Carestack

DECEMBER 30, 2020

For decades, dentists relied exclusively on their reputation and word of mouth marketing to help them build dental practices. But it’s 2020 and certainly, almost all of your audience is now spending their time on social media. Whether it’s blogging, video marketing, paid social ads, or even podcasts, you have to learn the specifics of social media marketing to stay alive in the dental marketing world.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 27, 2020

Oral bacteria cause a host of issues—from caries to periodontitis—and the association between periodontal diseases and respiratory problems is well established. Researchers have now discovered that reducing the burden of such bacteria may protect patients from severe respiratory illness associated with COVID-19. The study, published in the Journal of the California Dental Association , looked at the role of cytokine storms in the severity of COVID-19 illness.

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The Big Brush

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Congratulations! You worked hard to reach your goals and are poised to enter the dental world as a properly trained and highly educated dental professional. Now, it’s time to put your best foot forward and share all your amazing skills and traits with potential employers or partners via a standout resume.

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Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire

DECEMBER 31, 2020

You’ve enjoyed all the Christmas treats, now what? It’s important now more than ever to recover from the sweets after the holidays. If you are ready to get your oral health back on track for the new year, follow these brushing tips. . Sweets and the Cause of Cavities. You won’t just wake up one day with a cavity, they take time to form. Cavities start from the loss of tooth mineral, also known as demineralization, to eating all the way through the tooth to cause a cavity.

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Carestack

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Retaining patients within your dental practice may not be going as well as you have expected in the middle of the drawn-out period of economic downturn. The growth of your dental practice in the middle of this might depend on the number of new patients your practice acquires. Unfortunately, it doesn’t always work that way. Patients are cutting corners spending less on everything including dental care, causing a direct decrease in the patient flow.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Ryan Thrower, DMD, an orthodontic resident at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) in Portland is the first oral health professional in the United States and possibly the world to administer a COVID-19 vaccine. Thrower injected Ansu Drammeh, RN, BSN, a cardiovascular intensive care nurse, with the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. Oregon is the only state that allows licensed dentists to administer any type of vaccination to their patients.

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My Social Practice

JANUARY 1, 2021

Social media for dental practices saved the day in 2020. Information, updates, and recommendations regarding how to handle the spread of Coronavirus seemed to change by the minute in 2020. Dental practices across the globe had to update health and safety protocols and even close their practices altogether. Your dental patients were forced to cancel their appointments and rescheduling became difficult as the future was quite unclear.

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Coshocton Dental

JANUARY 1, 2021

Daily oral hygiene and regular dental cleanings help keep your natural teeth and gums healthy and disease-free. But they're also a priority with dental implants. Here's why. Unlike other restorations, an implant replaces both a tooth's crown and root, the latter by way of a titanium metal post imbedded into the jawbone. Bone cells grow and adhere to the metal surface, forming a secure and lasting hold.

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Carestack

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Managing overdue payments can be a huge challenge for dental practices. Patients often require more than three statements before they pay their bills. So it’s important for dental providers to have an effective patient payment collection strategy in order to reduce bad debt and protect their practice’s financial well-being. An effective way to drive timely patient payments is to send reminders via automated text communications.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

JANUARY 1, 2021

While rare, healthcare providers around the world are seeing COVID-19 patients presenting with severe psychiatric symptoms without a prior history of mental health problems. Physicians have noted patients with paranoia, delusions, and hallucinations. Two studies have identified the presentation of psychosis among a small number of COVID-19 patients (10 out of 153 in a British study and 10 patients in a Spanish hospital).

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Best Dentist in Houston

DECEMBER 31, 2020

If you are without dental insurance, you are not alone. Nearly 40% of US Citizens across the country are uninsured making their dental expenses very costly. Out of pocket expenses for dental work is extremely high, especially when it comes to procedures like wisdom teeth removal, root canals, and dental implants. In this article, we will help you find ways to find not only an affordable dentist, but one that provides a high quality of care for their patients.

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Coaches Corner

DECEMBER 31, 2020

Do You Take My PPO? It’s a question we get all the time. How do I respond to a patient that asks “Do you participate in my PPO?” when you don’t take it? The really scary thing is, there are major dental consulting companies out there suggesting that you lie, responding with b.s. lines like “Oh – we LOVE all insurance plans!

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Carestack

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Can your patients go directly to your website and book an appointment without shuffling back and forth to the dental office or making multiple calls to the front desk? Many dental practices still use legacy systems that require patients to make a phone call or visit the office in-person to schedule their appointments. This raises inconvenience from the patients’ side and may make them hesitant to schedule their next appointment with your practice.

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Denticle

DECEMBER 31, 2020

What follows is an important announcement for those of us in the dental field that comes from the FDA. It seems that Paroex (Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse USP, 0.12%) has suffered bacterial contamination. Due to this, the product is undergoing a recall. Obviously this is important for anyone that is prescribing this rinse to patients. This is an especially critical announcement with its potential to affect patients with respiratory problems like Covid-19.

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Perfect White Smile

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Dental implants are a long-lasting and reliable method of replacing one or more teeth. However, just like the natural teeth, dental implants require appropriate care to ensure their longevity. When patients take note of dental hygiene habits after the placement of dental implants, they will often find that this restoration will last them a lifetime!

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Coaches Corner

DECEMBER 30, 2020

January 2021 | Management | Marketing | Leadership Tips. I am sure you’re ready to close out this bizarre year and welcome in 2021. In January 2021 it is a good time to reflect on the things that went well last year as well as the things that you don’t want to repeat or bring into the new year. Make your 2021 action plan for any wanted and needed improvements to your office including setting your production, collection, treatment, continuing education, and new patient goals for the new year.

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Carestack

DECEMBER 30, 2020

For decades, dentists relied exclusively on their reputation and word of mouth marketing to help them build dental practices. But it’s 2020 and certainly, almost all of your audience is now spending their time on social media. Whether it’s blogging, video marketing, paid social ads, or even podcasts, you have to learn the specifics of social media marketing to stay alive in the dental marketing world.

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Denticle

DECEMBER 30, 2020

I love the website ZD Net. As a techie, I've been reading their stuff for a long, long time. It's well written and insightful stuff. A recent article I read there gives a good view of where Ransomware is headed in the year about to start. As most people now know, the scourge of Ransomware isn't going to go away any time soon and the criminals behind it continue to evolve the problems it can cause.

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Best Dentist in Houston

DECEMBER 29, 2020

If you are fearful of getting your wisdom teeth removed , you are not alone. Thousands of patients all across the country have this procedure performed everyday. With any surgical procedure, there tends to be a level of trepidation and anxiety involved. Our team at Best Dental is here to tell you that there really is not much to fear when it comes to having your wisdom teeth removed.

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Coaches Corner

DECEMBER 29, 2020

A Note From The Most Important Person in Dentistry! Hello there! Yes, it’s me – the most important person in dentistry. No, I’m not the mentor who has helped you perfect your excellent clinical techniques. I’m not the practice coach who helped you develop fantastic protocols to increase your revenue and make your life easier. No, I’m not the person who sits at your front desk (even though that person is pretty darn important!).

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 28, 2020

With new hope emerging in the global pandemic by the roll out of two mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccines by Pfizer and Moderna, additional vaccines are entering the market and undergoing testing in large clinical trials. AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine is expected to receive approval from regulators in the United Kingdom as soon as today. The AstraZeneca vaccine uses a modified adenovirus that teaches human cells to create the novel coronavirus’ spike protein.

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Denticle

DECEMBER 29, 2020

For you drone pilots out there (maybe even some of you were lucky enough to get one from Santa!), here is the latest news from the FAA. As the drone hobby becomes more popular and the use of drones becomes more commercialized, the federal government is going to need a better way to track all of these vehicles when they are airborne. I'm sure that as we see even more drones operating, they will need better and better ways to track them.

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