Fri.Apr 22, 2022

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A novel simplified workflow for guided endodontic surgery in mandibular molars with a thick buccal bone plate: a Case report

Dental News and Technology

Published: April 08, 2022 DOI: [link] Journal of Endodontics Introduction One of the challenges in apical surgery in mandibular molars is the thick buccal cortical bone plate, which might lead to access errors, damage to neighboring teeth, and injury to healthy tissue. Surgical guide templates with three-dimensional impressions have been suggested for use in such cases, allowing greater precision.

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How Cosmetic Dentistry Improve Your Smile

Gilreath Dental

Cosmetic Dentistry Techniques To Improve Your Smile There are multiple cosmetic dentistry options available to choose from when you want to improve your smile. A smile is an asset that makes people appear more beautiful and pleasing. Not being satisfied with the way your smile looks often can result in low self-esteem while… The post How Cosmetic Dentistry Improve Your Smile appeared first on Gilreath Family Dentistry.

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Denture Wearing Negatively Impacts Nutrition

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

A study that cross-referenced participants’ dental records with nutritional assessment revealed that those fitted for dentures experienced a notable decline in nutritional markers over the 2 years following the start of appliance wearing, while those with complete dentitions did not see such declines. The authors—from the Regenstrief Institute and Indiana University School of Dentistry—noted that denture wearing put patients at risk for malnutrition, suggesting that oral health professionals ens

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6 Reasons Not to Skip Your Dental Checkup 

Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire

It’s no secret that dental checkups are important. In fact, they’re one of the most important things you can do for your oral health. We know that sometimes it can be hard to fit them into your busy schedule, especially if you’re feeling healthy and have no dental problems. However, skipping your dental checkup can actually lead to bigger dental problems down the road.

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What’s YOUR Financial Policy?

Coaches Corner

What’s YOUR Financial Policy? Does your dental practice have a written financial policy? Do you even need one? On this episode of The Dental Practice Fixers podcast, Dr. Rich talks about how purchasing a new pair of glasses made him realize that a proper financial policy can be summed up in two words! Then the theme continues with our mystery shopper calls – “Can I pay for four crowns over time?

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4 tips for going green at your dental practice

Off the Cusp

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Read Time: 2 Minute, 21 Second. Spring’s arrival brings tiny buds that grow into verdant leaves, and grass that grows greener by the day. As the calendar turns to April and nature continues greening up, Earth Day reminds us of our shared responsibility to take steps toward a “greener” planet. A quick search will show you green dentistry is much more than a trend, with tips, advice and examples of practices that are doing it well just a few mouse clicks away.

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