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Aspen Dental Announces Nationwide Summer to Smile Contest

Dentistry Today

As part of its 25th anniversary celebration, Aspen Dental announced the Summer to Smile online contest, which encourages individuals to share their smile stories for a chance to win up to $2,500 worth of services at their nearest Aspen Dental or a $2,500 check to celebrate their new smile. (PRNewsfoto) The Summer to Smile contest celebrates the patients who have placed their trust in Aspen Dental to get their smiles back, as well as individuals in need of care who would like the opportunity to b

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Dentistry responding in domestic violence and abuse (DRiDVA) feasibility study: a qualitative evaluation of the implementation experiences of dental professionals

Dental News and Technology

Dentistry responding in domestic violence and abuse (DRiDVA) feasibility study: a qualitative evaluation of the implementation experiences of dental professionals Citation Femi-Ajao O, Doughty J, Evans MA, Johnson M, Howell A, Robinson PG, Armitage CJ, Feder G, Coulthard P. BMC Oral Health 2023; 23(1): e475. Copyright (Copyright © 2023, Holtzbrinck Springer Nature Publishing Group - BMC) DOI 10.1186/s12903-023-03059-y PMID 37438748 Abstract BACKGROUND: Domestic Violence and Abuse (DVA) is a pers

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The Glidewell Silent Nite Sleep Appliance is Now PDAC-Approved for Medicare (E0486)

Dentistry Today

Glidewell announced that its signature mandibular advancement device (MAD), the Silent Nite Sleep Appliance, is now eligible for Medicare reimbursement under code E0486. This new benefit makes treatment more accessible to patients who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), characterized by repeated obstruction of the upper airway. In the U.S., more than 60 million people are enrolled in Medicare,1 and many Medicare recipients may suffer from OSA.

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Adding a Virtual Assistant to the Dental Team: Yay or Nay?

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Undeniably, one result of the COVID-19 pandemic is that a significant number of Americans worked from home, often experiencing remote work for the first time. This switch in employment patterns has created a cadre of individuals with strong communication and organizational skills who are now working as virtual assistants. These employees can offer a variety of services, including scheduling appointments, answering calls and emails, and administrative tasks.

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Global Intraoral Scanners Market to Reach $894.1 Million by 2030

Dentistry Today

The “Intraoral Scanners – Global Strategic Business Report” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The global market for Intraoral Scanners estimated at US$511.9 Million in the year 2022, is projected to reach a revised size of US$894.1 Million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 7.2% over the analysis period 2022-2030.

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How to Choose the Right Handpiece

Off the Cusp

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog Read Time: 2 Minute, 42 Second A good handpiece is practically an extension of a dentist’s hand, and there is no piece of dental equipment used as often as handpieces. The quality of the work a dentist can produce depends, in large part, on the quality and capability of the handpiece they use. If you’re in the market for a new handpiece, how do you decide which one is right for you?

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Empowering Women in Dentistry: The Remarkable Journey of Dr. Jaleena Jessop

Dentistry Today

Balancing the rigors of a career alongside personal life can be challenging enough. For dentists who own their own practices, the unpredictability of entrepreneurship must be navigated while also caring for patients and developing clinical skills. Adding another professional pursuit to the complexities of owning and operating a dental office could seem daunting to many, but it’s daily life for Dr.

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Women in Dentistry – Groundbreaking Collaboration

Dentistry Today

In my nearly 17 years in the dental field, I have witnessed remarkable transformations and discovered my own true passion. Starting as a dental assistant in Olympia, Wash, I quickly became enamored with the intricacies of dentistry. Little did I know then that this profession would evolve from a mere job to a deep-rooted love that extended far beyond the confines of a clinical setting.

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Disability Income Insurance: Group vs Individual

The Big Brush

As a dental professional, you have invested significantly in your career before it even gets started. A long-term disability can put that investment in jeopardy by affecting your ability to earn an income. Disability income insurance is one way to try to protect that investment and your income while you recover.

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Women in Dentistry – Igniting Innovation, Impact, and Investment Across Dentistry

Dentistry Today

As a growth-focused and insights-driven healthcare executive, Dr. Carolyn Brown is a nationally recognized strategic dental consultant. She works with like-minded individuals and companies to achieve growth, better health outcomes, and digital innovation and to bridge the gap across the medical-dental divide. Carolyn Brown, DDS Dr. Brown has long worked with top-tier companies, bringing her strategic, clinical, insurtech, and healthtech expertise to companies such as MouthWatch, Dentistry.One, v

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Women in Dentistry – A ‘Guiding Leader’ for Dental Technology

Dentistry Today

As 2021 drew to a close, Jim Glidewell, CDT, founder and owner of America’s largest, most innovative dental laboratory, came to a landmark decision. For the first time in the 52-year history of his company, he was going to relinquish the role of CEO, bestowing it upon 15-year enterprise veteran Stephenie Goddard. Stephenie Goddard “This is not a matter of me stepping down,” Mr.