Mon.Jun 14, 2021

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Managing Burnout at Dental Practices

Carestack

Ogden Nash, an American poet well known for his light verse and humor summed up the discomfort of dental visitations with his quote “Some pains are physical and some are mental but one that’s both is dental”. . While the quality of dental procedures has progressed considerably since Ogdens time, the perceptions among people still remain the same. This is especially sad, considering that the tables have turned and this quote now applies more to dental practitioners than to patients. .

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Wear of monolithic zirconia against different CAD-CAM and indirect restorative materials

Dental News and Technology

The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry Available online 28 May 2021 Abstract Statement of problem The wear of monolithic zirconia against enamel has been widely studied, but how zirconia affects different opposing restorative materials is not clear. Purpose The purpose of this in vitro study was to investigate the depth of wear and volumetric loss of different restorative materials opposed by monolithic zirconia.

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Considerations for Buying and Selling a Dental Practice During the Pandemic

Oral Health Group

It goes without saying that the COVID-19 pandemic has been an unexpected and unprecedented period in Canada and beyond. And while you might think that would hinder dental professionals from buying or selling a practice, think again. Over the last … The post Considerations for Buying and Selling a Dental Practice During the Pandemic appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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OSHA Issues Guidance on Healthcare Worker Safety Amid Global Pandemic

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

On June 10, 2021, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued an emergency temporary standard, a 900-page document designed to provide protections for healthcare workers from COVID-19. According to OSHA, “The emergency temporary standard establishes new requirements for settings where employees provide healthcare or healthcare support services, including skilled nursing homes and home healthcare, with some exemptions for healthcare providers who screen out patients who may h

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Where Do We Go From Here With Social, Racial, and Ethnic Diversity in Dentistry?

Planet DDS

Dentistry delivers a diverse collection of services. But does the industry’s diversity of care solutions match the diverse cultural landscape? That’s a good question. And it’s one gaining traction from industry thought-leaders especially as relates to some of the more observable social, cultural, and racial disparities in dentistry. Dentistry’s open door policy.

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Oral Health Professionals and Infectious Disease Status

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

0%. HBV can present as an acute infection, lasting for a few weeks, or can become a chronic, lifelong illness. Zerbor / iStock / Getty Images Plus. True. False. Correct! Wrong! Continue >> In order to prevent transmission of bloodborne pathogens (BBPs), clinicians are advised to follow CDC standard precautions, which include vaccination, infection control protocols, use of safety device (eg, puncture-resistant sharps containers and needle-retracting devices), and implementing safe work p

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How Art Can Help Reduce Patient Anxiety in Your Dental Practice

The Big Brush

Art is good at making people feel something. For your dental practice, art can help reduce anxiety in your patients and help them feel more comfortable , overall. That's also true for children, as they can be particularly nervous at the dentist.

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INDY Week I Op-Ed: College Grads, Here’s My Advice—D.

The Super Dentists

By Dr. Kami Hoss So many college graduates in North Carolina and around the country are setting out to establish careers and businesses. And this time of year always makes me. Read More. The post INDY Week I Op-Ed: College Grads, Here’s My Advice—D. appeared first on The Super Dentists.

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A Message to VALO™ Curing Light Customers

Denticle

I recently received the following notice from Ultradent because I have several of their VALO curing lights. Since it is one of the most popular lights in the industry, I thought I would pass this info along in case I have any readers who did not receive the notice. We are thrilled to have you as part of the community of dedicated VALO™ curing light users.

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Everything You Need to Know About the Porcelain Crown Process

Swan Dental AZ

Dentists use porcelain crowns to help restore your smile and maintain proper form and function within the mouth. When a tooth is damaged, broken, or lost, it can affect the alignment of your jaws and make it hard for you to chew your food efficiently. Porcelain crowns are incredibly durable and can last for a long time if properly taken care of. Your dentist will inform you if you are a candidate for porcelain crowns after a thorough evaluation.