Wed.Oct 25, 2023

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The DSO Bubble – Part 1 of 3

Dentistry Today

Emerging Undercurrents Threatening The DSO Boom The reverberations of rising interest rates are rippling through the private equity markets. This includes dental service organizations, or DSOs, which have heavily relied on private equity to fuel their dramatic growth. What will be the effect on the hitherto booming DSO sector? How are DSOs adapting to these market changes, and how will those pivots affect practitioners seeking a path to freedom from their practice?

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Risk factors associated with periodontal disease and its impact on quality of life among pregnant women

Dental News and Technology

J Obstet Gynaecol. 2023 Dec;43(2):2264382. doi: 10.1080/01443615.2023.2264382. Epub 2023 Oct 13. Abstract Background: Periodontal disease during pregnancy affects maternal oral health and increases the risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes. However, studies on the risk factors for periodontal disease and its impact on oral health-related quality of life in pregnant women in Taiwan are lacking.

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American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Welcomes New Executive Director

Dentistry Today

The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) is pleased to welcome Michael DiFrisco, CAE, an association leadership veteran, as the next executive director of the 40-year-old Academy. He takes the place of retiring executive director, Barbara Kachelski, CAE, MBA, who has led the AACD for the past ten years. American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Welcomes New Executive Director A certified association executive, Mr.

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Don’t Let The “What Ifs” Deter You From Success In Your Dental Career

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Hannah Crowell Why is it so hard to commit to or even consider buying a dental practice? It boils down to fear. Fear of failure and all the negative “What ifs?” Negative “What Ifs” to Avoid What if I can’t handle the stress? Dental school and those first few years out in the real world are so incredibly stressful—always second-guessing yourself and struggling to learn and be better.

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Patient-Centric Marketing: How Dental Practices Can Build Trust and Loyalty

Dentistry Today

Dentistry is about more than just creating healthy smiles. It’s also about fostering strong, lasting relationships with patients. With a wealth of choices and abundant information available to patients when selecting a dental practice, it is crucial for dentists to adopt a patient-centric approach to marketing. Building trust and loyalty is vital not only for a dental practice’s success but also for the overall well-being of the patients who rely on it for their oral health.

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Enhancing Patient Comfort and Healing in Gingival Grafting

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Gingival grafts have been used for decades to stop recession (Figure 1 and 2), augment tissue to prevent recession around restorations 1 (notably around recently placed restorations), and to facilitate brushing when the tissues are thin, sore and receding (Figure 3 and 4). Originally reported by Sullivan and Atkins 2 in 1968, these grafts remain effective and poplar today, but can be associated with postoperative pain and complications from an open palatal wound if not managed carefully.

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Dental Lifeline Network Encourages Dentists to Live Their Why

Dentistry Today

Live your ‘Why’ and let’s do good together. Since 2020, staffing challenges and the rapid retirement and sale of dental practices have altered the landscape of the dental community. Nevertheless, the demand for donated comprehensive dental care in our communities is greater than ever. Many Americans who once received Medicaid are no longer eligible for benefits and are struggling to cover their basic necessities.

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How Can Veneers Fix My Smile in Mont Albert?

Healthy Smiles

Are you in pursuit of a radiant smile? Dental veneers in Mont Albert are a popular and effective cosmetic solution for dental imperfections. These thin, custom-created shells can help improve your dental aesthetics. They give you a natural look and enhance the appearance of your smile. Veneers have the ability to address a variety of concerns and if you want to get veneers in Mont Albert, then continue reading to understand how: What are Dental Veneers?

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Workers’ Compensation for Dentists: 6 Things You Should Know

The Big Brush

As the owner of a dental practice, knowing more about workers’ compensation may help you to create a safer work environment with policies and practices that help prevent accidents from occurring.

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Dentsply Sirona Donates $120K USD to Smile Train

Dentistry Today

Dentsply Sirona, the world’s largest manufacturer of professional dental products and technologies, continues to live their vision of transforming dentistry to improve oral health globally. As such, the company has partnered with Smile Train since 2021 in a joint mission to advance the provision of safe and quality cleft care from diagnosis through the comprehensive care journey.

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