Dentistry Today

DECEMBER 19, 2023

exocad announced the release of DentalCAD 3.2 Elefsina, the latest version of its globally renowned CAD software for labs and full-service clinics. With more than 60 new features created to optimally fulfill customers’ requirements, the software release offers new and improved workflows—from treatment planning to design and manufacturing. exocad names its releases after current EU “European Capitals of Culture” and has chosen the Greek city of Elefsina for this year’s release.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

DECEMBER 19, 2023

In the realm of personal finance, understanding the nuances of take-home pay is crucial for individuals striving to maximize their earnings, manage their financial well-being, and avoid a big financial loss. By: Dr. David Rice This article delves into the significant differences between the take-home pay of a W-2 employed dental associate earning $200,000 annually and a business owner with a similar income.

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Dentistry Today

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Envista Holdings Corporation (NYSE: NVST) (“Envista”) has announced its participation in the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference on Monday, January 8, 2024, from 3:00 to 3:40 PM PST. An audio-only recording link will be available on Envista’s investor relations website for up to 30 days post-event. About Envista Holdings Corporation Envista is a global family of more than 30 trusted dental brands, including Nobel Biocare, Ormco, DEXIS, and Kerr, united by a shared purpose: to par

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Dental News and Technology

DECEMBER 19, 2023

J Clin Periodontol. 2023 Dec 12. doi: 10.1111/jcpe.13913. Online ahead of print. Abstract Aim: To investigate whether transmucosal healing is as effective as submerged healing in terms of buccal bone regeneration when guided bone regeneration (GBR) is performed simultaneously with implant placement. Materials and methods: In six dogs, buccal dehiscence defects were created in the edentulous mandibular ridge, sized 5 × 5 × 3 mm (length × height × depth).

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Dentistry Today

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC), the world’s largest provider of healthcare solutions to office-based dental and medical practitioners, announced today that its Board of Directors has appointed Carole T. Faig as an independent director to serve until the 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders in May. At that time, she is expected to stand for re-election to the Board by a vote of the company’s stockholders.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 19, 2023

This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below: Password: The post Dental Hygienist Turned Dental Therapist Is on a Unique Journey appeared first on Dimensions of Dental Hygiene | Magazine.

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Dentistry Today

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Yapi, a leader in software solutions for dental practices, continues to enhance dental practice management with the latest update to Yapi Leap, its next-generation web application. This release focuses on the appointment reminder system, integrating rapid data syncing, automatic reattempts, and a user-friendly design to optimize and improve patient communication for dental practices.

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Dentistry Today

DECEMBER 19, 2023

LIBERTY Dental Plan has announced the appointment of Jian Yu as chief financial officer and chief actuarial officer. Effective Dec. 28, 2023, she will succeed Mary Anne Jones, who has served as LIBERTY’s interim chief financial officer since June 2023. Jian Yu, chief financial officer and chief actuarial officer, LIBERTY Dental Plan (Photo: Business Wire) Yu brings to LIBERTY a wealth of financial and actuarial executive leadership experience from her more than 25-year career in the healthcare i

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Perio Perio

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The gum disease in Sterling, VA, also known as periodontal disease, is a prevalent oral condition affecting the tissues surrounding and supporting the teeth. It begins with bacterial growth in the patient’s mouth and, if not promptly and effectively treated, could lead to tooth loss due to the destruction of the tissue that surrounds the teeth.

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YapiApp

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The way teams communicate throughout a dental practice has undergone a significant transformation. Traditionally, dental offices relied heavily on paper-based systems for internal communication. This included paper routing slips, direct conversations, and even a phone call to convey messages within the office. These methods, time-honored as they were, presented a set of challenges that often impeded the smooth operation of a dental practice.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 19, 2023

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Dentistry Today

DECEMBER 19, 2023

MouthWatch, LLC, an industry leader in teledentistry solutions and digital imaging devices, recently announced the winners of the 6th Annual Teledentistry Innovation Awards, “The Tellies.” The Tellies celebrate individuals, organizations, and programs that demonstrate a passion for continuous innovation, improved access to care, and better oral health through the use of teledentistry and virtual dental care applications.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 19, 2023

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Off the Cusp

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog Read Time: 5 Minute, 21 Second It’s hard to believe that just a few years ago 3D printers were a luxury afforded only by dental labs and high-end practices. Today, advances in 3D printing technology and materials have made the modality more accessible to general practitioners. Several factors – including resolution, build volume and software – impact the cost and intuitiveness of a 3D printer.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Northeast Delta Dental is funding initiatives to address workforce shortages in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. The dental community is facing a shortage of dental providers as well as rising patient costs. Northeast Delta Dental has initiated a $6 million fund for dental student loan repayments to attract more dentists to the area; a $665,000 grant to the University of Maine at Augusta to double the number of dental units in the school’s dental clini

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