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Comparison of two resilient attachment systems for implant-/mucosa-supported overdentures with a PEKK framework: a clinical pilot study

Dental News and Technology

Original Article Published: 21 December 2021 Clinical Oral Investigations ( 2021 ) Objectives The aim of the study was to determine differences between Locator and CM LOC attachment systems regarding patient satisfaction and wear of the abutments and their inserts. Plaque accumulation onto the polyetherketoneketone (PEKK) framework and polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) was investigated for the implant-supported overdentures.

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Happy Dental Marketing New Year!

Patient News

Well, it’s 2022, 22 years after the start of the new millennium. At Patient NEWS, in 1999, we were excited because we added silver to our then two-color newsletters and watched the clock for the Internet to break at midnight! That was just a bad rumor, but it was the chatter at the end of 1999! 2021 was a recovery. The post Happy Dental Marketing New Year!

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Vacaville Dental Resolutions for the New Year

Vacaville Dental Professionals

Great oral care can help you keep your smile healthy for life. And it isn’t as hard as you think! If you’re looking for some simple ways to improve your dental—and overall—wellness in the coming year, here are some resolution ideas from our Vacaville CA dentist: Clean Between (Your Teeth) More Frequently. It’s no secret. Hardly anyone loves flossing.

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Extending the Life of a Dental Handpiece: Maintenance Tips and More

Off the Cusp

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Share. Tweet. Share. Read Time: 5 Minute, 51 Second. Dental handpieces are among the most important and versatile tools used in dental practices today. According to Reports and Data , the dental handpiece market is forecast to reach $2.14 billion by 2027. The demand, the report said, can be attributed to several factors, including an increase in specific dental treatments that necessitate using handpieces, as well as smarter technological advancements overal

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Local Search & Map Pack Upset – What Google’s ‘Vicinity Update Means for Your Dental Practice

We Speak Dental

The Most Dramatic Update Since 2017. The most recent Google algorithm update, termed the ‘Vicinity Update,’ was officially rolled out on December 8 th and, without a doubt, this is the most dramatic rankings change we’ve seen since the Hawk update of 2017. The weighted factors that govern your practice’s search rankings have been rebalanced, and this is dramatically affecting local search and map pack results — bringing both good news and bad news for your practice visibility.

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The 3 Most Important Ages for Kids to Visit the Dentist

The Super Dentists

When do kids start going to the dentist? It’s a great question – and one we hear frequently here at The Super Dentists. We’re the #1 pediatric dentistry in the. Read More. The post The 3 Most Important Ages for Kids to Visit the Dentist appeared first on The Super Dentists.

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Dental Resolutions for the New Year

Secure Smiles

Great oral care can help you keep your smile healthy for life. And it isn’t as hard as you think! If you’re looking for some simple ways to improve your dental—and overall—wellness in the coming year, here are some resolution ideas from our Beverly Hills CA prosthodontist: Clean Between (Your Teeth) More Frequently. It’s no secret. Hardly anyone loves flossing.

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Is Shortening Isolation/Quarantine Time the Right Move in the Pandemic Fight?

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

On December 27, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended that the isolation time required after an asymptomatic COVID-19 infection and quarantine time needed after exposure to a person with COVID-19 be shortened from 10 days to 5 days. This move was seen as an effort to keep workers on the job in light of the havoc happening in the airline industry when hundreds of holiday flights were cancelled due to pandemic-related staffing shortages.

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The Secret to Healthy Gums

The Super Dentists

Great oral health starts with the gums. While most people focus on the teeth, gums are just as important – in many ways, even more critical, since they hold the. Read More. The post The Secret to Healthy Gums appeared first on The Super Dentists.

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Choose Cosmetic Dentistry in the New Year

Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire

The New Year is a great time to make some changes in your life. Why not start with cosmetic dentistry? This is an excellent way to improve your smile and also help you feel more confident about yourself. If you are someone who has been delaying cosmetic dentistry, now is the perfect opportunity to learn more about these benefits. . What is Cosmetic Dentistry?

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The dentist’s role in managing trigeminal neuralgia

ASDA Blog

Trigeminal neuralgia is a chronic pain condition that can result in inexplicable and spontaneous pain in the areas innervated by all three branches of the trigeminal nerve. Oftentimes, patients with trigeminal neuralgia will approach a dentist with complaints of pain in their mouth with no obvious cause. It is important for dental providers to distinguish trigeminal neuralgia from the usual suspects of dental pain in order to best treat the patient and avoid unnecessary harm.

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5 Considerations When Choosing a Dental Practice Name

The Big Brush

Your dental practice’s name is an important part of your business, so while deciding on it may feel difficult, it gives you the opportunity to create a brand that people are excited to support.

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