Dentistry Today

MAY 3, 2023

MB2 Dental (“MB2” or the “company”), a leading dental partnership organization, announced the closing of an amendment to the company’s existing debt facility, establishing a new delayed-draw term loan (“DDTL”) in the aggregate principal amount of $150 million. MB2 Dental Secures $150 Million Debt Facility and Raises $20 Million from Doctor Partners to Fuel Growth​ MB2 also completed a successful fundraise for its ninth internal investment “sidecar&

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Ask The Dentist

MAY 3, 2023

There’s a lot of misinformation circulating on the internet about the use of glycerin in toothpaste. Some claim that it coats the teeth and prevents the absorption of minerals, leading to the question: is glycerin in toothpaste bad, and does it prevent remineralization? In this blog post, we’ll address these concerns, debunk the myth, and discuss the role of glycerin in oral health.

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Dentistry Today

MAY 3, 2023

3M announced it has entered into agreements to sell certain assets associated with its dental local anesthetic portfolio, based in Seefeld, Germany, to Pierrel S.p.A. (“Pierrel”), a global provider of services for the pharmaceutical industry, for a purchase price of $70 million, subject to closing and other adjustments. 3M’s local anesthetic products, sold primarily in Europe and Asia, include products sold under the Ubistesin, Xylestesin, and Mepivastesin brands together with

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Ask The Dentist

MAY 3, 2023

There’s a lot of misinformation circulating on the internet about the use of glycerin in toothpaste. Some claim that it coats the teeth and prevents the absorption of minerals, leading to the question: is glycerin in toothpaste bad, and does it prevent remineralization? In this blog post, we’ll address these concerns, debunk the myth, and discuss the role of glycerin in oral health.

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Dentistry Today

MAY 3, 2023

As a dental practice owner, you are an expert in all things dentistry. But when it comes to the marketing side of things, are there some concepts that perhaps you’re not completely familiar with? There is a lot of terminology in marketing, and sorting it all out can be a little confusing, especially because some terms can have slightly different meanings depending on the context.

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Dental News and Technology

MAY 3, 2023

April 20, 2023 The company received FDA clearance for its DTX Studio Clinic, which can identify 6 types of pathological dental findings on periapical and bitewing intraoral images. DEXIS has announced its DTX Studio™ Clinic has received US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for artificial intelligence (AI) findings on 2D intraoral x-ray images.

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Dentistry Today

MAY 3, 2023

Henry Schein has kicked off THRIVELIVE 2023, an annual event that provides a comprehensive educational experience that offers every member of dental teams the opportunity to learn, network, and enhance their practices. This year’s THRIVELIVE will take place at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada, from May 3-6. Now in its third year, THRIVELIVE brings together dental professionals to learn from well-known speakers, educators, and leading dental technology experts from around the world.

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Dentistry Today

MAY 3, 2023

Vickie Ward, founder of Key Practice Management , a leading dental consulting firm, is pleased to announce they are now offering remote dental practice management services to dental practices across the country. Dental consultant, Vickie Ward In today’s ever-changing business landscape, dental practices will be able to thrive with services such as fractional practice management, insurance verification and billing , treatment planning, HR and onboarding, and month-end reporting.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MAY 3, 2023

The state of Nevada’s Medicaid program has received $2.5 million to provide dental care to residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who often struggle to access professional oral healthcare services. The funds will enable the state’s Medicaid program to offer endodontic therapy, preventive care, restorative treatment, prophylaxes, and sedation.

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Dentistry Today

MAY 3, 2023

eClinicalWorks , the leading ambulatory cloud EHR and vendor of choice for more than 800 or roughly 60% of the nation’s health centers, has kicked off the largest summit for federally qualified health centers (FQHCs), rural health clinics (RHCSs), Indian health centers, and community health centers (CHCs) nationwide. The event will feature presentations from health center clients and sessions with eClinicalWorks on various topics, including success with eClinicalWorks V12 and eClinicalWorks Clou

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My Social Practice

MAY 3, 2023

How to Build Authentic Patient Relationships in an AI World Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the way we communicate and interact with each other. AI copywriting chatbots (like Chat GPT) and virtual assistants are becoming increasingly sophisticated, able to handle complex tasks and conversations with human-like fluency. As a result, dental marketing companies are turning to AI to streamline their customer service operations, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.

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Dentistry Today

MAY 3, 2023

Glidewell, the largest full-service dental laboratory in North America and a leading provider of dental products and services for more than 50 years, has entered into an agreement to distribute Carestream Dental’s cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) imaging systems in the United States and Canada. CBCT imaging systems from Carestream Dental provide high-resolution 3D images of a patient’s teeth, jaw, and surrounding structures.

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Implantation Dental Center

MAY 3, 2023

What is the mouth-body connection? The mouth-body connection refers to the relationship between oral health and overall physical health. It is a growing area of research that suggests that there is a bidirectional relationship between the health of the mouth and the health of the rest of the body. On one hand, poor oral health … What is mouth-body connection?

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Dentistry Today

MAY 3, 2023

More than 1,000 American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) members, dental professionals , students, sponsors, and exhibitors attended the 39 th Annual AACD Scientific Session in Grapevine, Texas, April 26-29. AACD 2023 delivered an exceptional continuing education experience for dental professionals who are passionate about pursuing excellence in the art and science of cosmetic dentistry and those committed to beginning their AACD Accreditation journey—the only advanced credential in cosmeti

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Best Dentist in Houston

MAY 3, 2023

Dental implants are artificial tooth roots that are placed into the jawbone to support a replacement tooth or bridge. Here are some of the benefits of dental implants: Improved appearance: Dental implants look and feel like natural teeth, so they can improve the appearance of your smile. Enhanced speech: Dentures can slip and cause mumbling or slurred speech, but dental implants are fixed in place, so they won’t move around.

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Dentistry Today

MAY 3, 2023

Practice Booster , an eAssist Dental Solutions company , announced the launch of DentalCoding.com , which is Practice Booster’s new ebook and educational content platform. Now, the dental industry’s most respected resources are available in interactive online versions – conveniently accessed via desktop browsers, tablets, and mobile devices.

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My Social Practice

MAY 3, 2023

Orthodontic Marketing Ideas that Grow Orthodontic Practices A good marketing plan for your orthodontic practice will keep your business afloat, but a great one will help you thrive! Take your marketing strategy to the next level by building a practice that is engaged with the community and consistently welcomes new patients. The best orthodontic marketing ideas in 2023 include a mix of social media strategy, website performance, and community outreach.

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Implantation Dental Center

MAY 3, 2023

What is Dental Implant Equilibrium? A dental implant equilibrium refers to the state in which a dental implant, which is an artificial tooth root made of biocompatible materials, is fully integrated and stable within a person’s jawbone. When a dental implant is inserted into the jawbone, a process called osseointegration takes place, during which the … What is dental implant equilibrium in a persons body?

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Denticle

MAY 3, 2023

Ultradent Products, Inc., a leading developer and manufacturer of high-tech dental materials and equipment, is unveiling a new 168,000 sq. ft. facility on its South Jordan campus. The building’s grand opening will feature a 10amMT ribbon cutting on May 3, 2023. Ultradent’s leadership, South Jordan Mayor Dawn Ramsey, as well as numerous state and local officials will be in attendance—including representatives from the offices of Senator Mitt Romney and Gov.

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Creekview Dental

MAY 3, 2023

Invisalign is an orthodontic treatment designed to straighten the teeth and align the bite. Though it has been around since the late 1990s, it is the latest technology in orthodontic treatment. It was invented as an alternative to braces, providing similar treatment through a more discreet method. If you’re considering Invisalign treatment , you probably have some questions, such as how long does Invisalign take to straighten teeth?

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Denticle

MAY 3, 2023

I recently had an appointment with a local medical specialty group as a patient. Part of the patient intake process was, of course, gathering my demographic information. This is why medical records are so valuable. We have so much personal info in our medical records, that identity theft is easy for criminals that have access to that data. Things like name, address, SSN, date of birth. all of that info is in there.

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3M

MAY 3, 2023

The post Where was the toothbrush invented? appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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Dentistry Today

MAY 3, 2023

WATERPIK—the most trusted name in water flossing and the number one recommended water flosser brand by dental professionals , expands its handheld water flosser collection with the new Cordless Slide. The store anywhere, go anywhere water flosser is strategically designed to slide to half of its original size so anyone can take their oral care routine to the next level and water floss wherever and whenever they desire.

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