Dentistry Today

APRIL 27, 2023

Clever Techniques to Defer Capital Gains and Ordinary Income Taxes… Maybe Too Clever If you currently own your own practice or are aspiring to do so, you are betting on yourself and your ability to navigate to a better future. Why accept the risk and responsibility of owning a practice today? It comes down to being able to shape your own destiny. You want the opportunity to be in charge of your future and have the ability to increase your income and provide security, peace of mind, and financial

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Dental News and Technology

APRIL 27, 2023

Published: 06 April 2023 Clinical Oral Investigations ( 2023 ) Abstract Objectives To assess the probability of survival of crowns made with a 3Y-TZP, a 5Y-TZP, and a lithium disilicate. Materials and methods CAD-CAM premolar crowns with occlusal thicknesses of 1.0 mm or 1.5 mm and cemented on a metal dye. Step-stress accelerated life testing (SSALT) was performed to access the use level probability Weibull curves and reliability were calculated for the completion of a mission of 100,000 cycles

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Dentistry Today

APRIL 27, 2023

“I’m employed as a lead expanded duty dental assistant and thought there could be an improved way to warm an anesthetic capsule,” said an InventHelp inventor. “So I invented the ARIVETSTHETIC. My design eliminates the need to purchase and use a separate anesthetic warmer and syringe.” The invention provides an improved design for a dental syringe.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

APRIL 27, 2023

As a high school student, Rico Maria Breznau, MA, RDH, RDA, CDA, enjoyed spending her summers working for her local dentist in a suburb about 40 minutes from Detroit. Experiencing a deep sense of accomplishment after helping people to smile confidently, she was hooked. After beginning as a dental assistant, Breznau went on to become a dental hygienist, which gave her the flexibility she needed to start a family.

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Dentistry Today

APRIL 27, 2023

The American Dental Education Association (ADEA) proudly announced that Karen P. West, DMD, MPH, president and CEO, has been selected by Nonprofit HR as a 2023 Social Impact Women to Watch finalist. The award names outstanding women who exhibit extraordinary leadership and significant contributions to the organizations and the communities they serve.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

APRIL 27, 2023

Trips to the dentist can be stressful, even terrifying, for some. Reportedly, up to 80% of Americans experience some type of dental anxiety, with about 20% not receiving routine dental care. This can have serious implications for overall wellness. 1 GAGGING A SIGNIFICANT FACTOR Aside from fear of what a dental visit will cost, patients report dreading getting into the dental chair for myriad reasons.

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Dentistry Today

APRIL 27, 2023

Sonendo announced its sponsorship of Save Your Tooth Month 2023, a public awareness campaign aimed at promoting the benefits of saving natural teeth through endodontic treatment. The campaign is organized by the American Association of Endodontists (AAE), which is comprised of more than 8,000 endodontists. As part of its sponsorship, Sonendo will support a range of activities and initiatives throughout the month of May, including a social media campaign, branded giveaway and more.

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The Dental Elf

APRIL 27, 2023

In this blog we look at a RCT investigating the effect of a smartphone App on dental anxiety, communication, cooperation, and satisfaction among Brazilian adolescent patients. The findings show a reduction in anxiety from 22.8% to 6.5% in the test group compared with a reduction form 20.7% to 18.8% in the control group. The post Smartphone application for dental anxiety in adolescents appeared first on National Elf Service.

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My Social Practice

APRIL 27, 2023

Beautifully Designed Orthodontic Websites Polishing up your orthodontic website doesn’t have to drain your yearly marketing budget. In fact, when you strategically make small updates over time, you are more likely to see continued growth and traffic to your website—and more traffic means more potential patients! For one dental practice, getting help with their practice’s website and Google Business Profile meant they were able to double their number of new patients each month.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

APRIL 27, 2023

The oral-systemic health connection seems clear. Countless studies have shown how issues ranging from periodontal diseases to tooth loss can lead to life-threatening conditions such as heart disease, high blood pressure, and more. Among the possible casualties is the brain. The American Stroke Association (ASA) estimates that three out of five people in the United States will develop brain disease in their lifetimes and cites stroke to be the fifth leading cause of death in the nation. 1 A strok

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Denticle

APRIL 27, 2023

I have worked with Ultradent a lot over the years. It's an amazing company that employs amazing people. The man who founded Ultradent, Dr. Dan Fischer, is not only someone that I consider a friend, but is truly one of the"nice guys" in dentistry. He built a company in his own image and they make amazing products. Because of my work with them and also because of multiple site visits over my career, I've gotten to know a lot of the people that work in their headquarters.

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Gilreath Dental

APRIL 27, 2023

Are you an athlete looking to improve your performance on the field or court? Look no further than custom-fit mouthguards! These innovative pieces of equipment not only protect your teeth but can also enhance your athletic abilities. In this blog post, we’ll explore the different types of athletic performance mouthguards and how custom-fit options can… The post How Custom-Fit Mouthguards Can Improve Athletic Performance appeared first on Gilreath Family Dentistry.

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Patient News

APRIL 27, 2023

Are you struggling to attract more patients to your dental practice through your website? To ensure you’re maximizing your web traffic and conversions, it’s essential that your site is optimized to attract and convert potential patients using best practices and effective optimization programs. Here are four top strategies to help you dominate your online space and get more new patients.

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Cherokee Dental Professionals

APRIL 27, 2023

Picture this: you’re on a regular visit to your dentist. Everything seems fine with your oral health at first. However, as soon as your expert examines your oral health, he mentions that you will need a crown. Crowns are the most preferred application for restorative dentistry. These simple caps protect a fractured or decaying tooth, hold an implant in place, and even improve oral aesthetics.

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Dentistry Today

APRIL 27, 2023

Frontier Dental Lab Group (“Frontier” or “FDL Group”) ( www.frontierdentallabgroup.com ), an integrated dental lab platform, announced that it has partnered with and made an investment in Friendship Dental Laboratories, LLC (“Friendship”) ( [link] ), a full-service dental laboratory based in Rosedale, MD. Brent West, president of FDL Group, commented, “Friendship is known as one of the leading full-service dental labs in the Mid-Atlantic and has experienced tremendous growth in recent years thro

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