Fri.Dec 10, 2021

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Comparison of five rotary systems regarding design, metallurgy, mechanical performance, and canal preparation—a multimethod research

Dental News and Technology

Original Article Published: 03 December 2021 Clinical Oral Investigations ( 2021 ) Cite this article details Abstract Objectives To compare the design, metallurgy, mechanical performance, and canal preparation of 5 rotary systems. Material and methods A total of 735 25-mm NiTi instruments (sizes 0.17[0.18]/.02v, 0.20/.04v, 0.20/.07v, 0.25/.08v, 0.30/.09v) from ProTaper Gold, ProTaper Universal, Premium Taper Gold, Go-Taper Flex, and U-File systems were compared regarding overall geometry and sur

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4 Ways Planet DDS Solutions Help Your Practice Reach Production Goals Faster

Planet DDS

Long before concepts like KPIs or SMART goals came along, Aristotle theorized that purpose can drive action. Since Aristotle’s time, many new theories have been developed on why goal setting can motivate individuals and increase performance over individuals who have set no goals. Goal setting is now a proven method for boosting engaging and motivating employees across all industries, including dentistry. .

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High-Flow Oxygen Is More Effective Than Low-Flow Among Patients With COVID-19

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Patients with severe COVID-19 illness were less likely to require mechanical ventilation when they received high-flow oxygen therapy compared to those who received low-flow oxygen, according to a new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. The use of mechanical ventilation to treat arterial hypoxemia in patients with COVID-19 has led to increased morbidity and mortality, so finding an alternative is key.

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The MOST Important Word In Dentistry!

Coaches Corner

There is a word in dentistry that is so important your practice could sink without it, or at the very least, seriously underperform. On this episode of The Madow Dental Podcast, Dr. Rich reveals what that word is, and how a trip to buy some jeans made him realize how important that word is in dentistry. We close with three major lessons and three totally disastrous mystery shopper calls.

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Have You Taken Advantage of Your Dental Benefits This Year? 

Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire

With it being the last month of the year, it’s time to start taking advantage of your dental insurance benefits if you haven’t already. In this article, we’ll discuss the risks of not visiting your dentist regularly and the harmful effects it can have on your teeth and gums. . Using Your Dental Benefits. If you have dental insurance, it has to be the cheapest way to get all of your preventative care checkups.

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What Does It Mean To Be Healthy? The Difference Between Healthy And Being Fit

Modern Family Dental

Many people believe that being fit and being healthy means the same thing. However, while the terms “healthy” and “fit” are often used synonymously, the words have entirely different meanings and can be separate states of physical being. This means that you can be very healthy and may not be fit, and you can be very fit and may not be healthy. Since the balance between both sides provides the best benefits, we need to identify the difference between health and fitness.

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The Best Dental Websites of 2022, Ranked!

My Social Practice

The Best Dental Websites of 2022 Ranked and Graded. Finding the best dental website designs is not an easy task. We’ve scoured the web, tapped our partner relationships, called for submissions, reached out to dental marketing and website companies, and here’s what we have for you. The best dental websites of 2022 ranked and graded according to the following categories: AESTHETICS Aesthetics are the components that make a website appeal to your visitors.