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dentalcorp Announces Extension of Maturity of Credit Facility

Dentistry Today

dentalcorp recently announced an extension to its existing syndicated senior secured credit facility with a consortium of banks, led by CIBC Capital Markets and TD Securities. The maturity date of the credit facility will be extended to January 18, 2028, from its original May 27, 2026 date. Concurrently, dentalcorp reduced the facility amount from $1.75 billion to $1.4 billion.

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New Year, New Approach? Shifting Your Financial Mentality

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Todd Doobrow, CFP Your life as a doctor is complex in many ways. It started with dental school – additional years of training accompanied by hundreds of thousands of dollars in student loans. And as can be expected the focus of your classes was clinical; doctors get very little business training. Upon graduation, starting salaries crush those of the typical undergrad yet doctors have many more obligations to juggle.

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InventHelp Inventor Develops Improved Cotton Product for Dental Procedures

Dentistry Today

“I’m a dental assistant and I thought there could be a better way to retract the cheek or tongue without the hassle of the cotton rolling or slipping out of place,” said an InventHelp inventor from Waianae, Hawaii. “So I invented the COTTON TRIANGLE. My design would remain securely in place during dental examinations, cleanings, or various procedures.” The patent-pending invention provides an improved cotton product to retract the cheek or tongue from the teeth duri

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Why Do My Gums Hurt in One Spot?

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Have you been cradling your face for several days, wanting to scream out in pain? You likely have painful, swollen gums, occurring due to various reasons. Getting a timely, professional diagnosis ensures you know the culprit behind the incessant gum pain and the secrets to solving it. My Gums Hurt in One Spot is a common problem, lets talk about it.

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American Association of Orthodontists Warns Against Popular “Mewing” Trend

Dentistry Today

Social media’s latest viral trend, known as “mewing,” is raising concerns within the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) due to its potential for causing unintended, and potentially harmful, side effects. Mewing 1 , named after controversial orthodontist John Mew who lost his license due to unsupported claims 2 , advocates for specific tongue placement as a way to reshape the jawline and improve facial aesthetics.

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New Study Determines Quality is Better than Quantity when it Comes to Sleep

Denticle

Humans require sleep, that's a well proven fact. Not only do we need sleep, we suffer for the lack of it. It's something we all know, but I think it bears repeating from time to time. In the last decade or so there has been an expansion in our medical knowledge base of sleep. especially the discovery, diagnosis, and treatment of OSA (Obstructive Sleep Apnea).

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AAPD Foundation Commits $1.8M for Needy Kids’ Dental Care

Dentistry Today

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Foundation, the nation’s largest dentist -led charity dedicated to child oral health, has awarded $1.8 million in grants to eight selected nonprofit clinics providing dental care to underserved children in their respective communities. Each clinic will receive $225,000 through December 2026. Children living in poverty are twice as likely to suffer cavities, and their dental disease is more than twice as likely to go untreated compared to their mo

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Dental Implants For People With Bad Credit

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Can You Afford Dental Implants With Bad Credit? If you're considering dental implants but find yourself grappling with a less-than-ideal credit score, rest assured that options are available. While a poor credit history may pose some challenges, it doesn't necessarily mean you have to forgo the benefits of dental implants. In this guide, we'll explore potential avenues for obtaining dental implants with bad credit, offering insights into alternative financing solutions and tips to navigate the p

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Pearl Celebrates a Banner Year of Groundbreaking Achievements in Dental AI

Dentistry Today

Pearl , the global leader in dental AI solutions, is carrying significant momentum into the new year following massive expansion and key successes in 2023, including key patent additions, new global market expansions, major industry partnerships, numerous technology awards, leadership additions and revenue growth exceeding 500%. “Last year, Pearl made tremendous progress toward our goal of transforming dentistry and the dental health of patients around the world with AI,” said Ophir Tanz, founde

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Photography or videography? A paradigm shift in dental clinical documentation

Dental News and Technology

Published: January 17, 2024 DOI: [link] Abstract Clinical documentation is critical in dental practices. Its influence reaches beyond diagnosis and treatment planning to patient education and evidence-based research. Historically, this documentation has relied mainly on photographic recordings. However, in the present era of rapid technical breakthroughs, a paradigm shift has occurred from photography to videography, driven by the transition from digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) cameras to mirr