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Game-Changing Marketing Strategies for Oral Surgeons in 2022

Med Rank Interactive

The world of marketing and finding patients has changed vastly over the last several years. No longer is word-of-mouth, referrals from dental practices, or even checking the phone book enough to get new patients and sustain regular practice growth. A new mindset is needed to project your oral surgery practice into the future with more patient leads.

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Postextraction ridge preservation by using dense PTFE membranes: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Dental News and Technology

Published: April 09, 2022 DOI: [link] Abstract Statement of problem The use of dense polytetrafluoroethylene (dPTFE) membranes in alveolar ridge preservation may help reduce the risk of bacterial contamination and infection, maintaining the soft-tissue anatomy. However, systematic reviews on their efficacy in postextraction sites are lacking. Purpose The purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to assess the efficacy of alveolar ridge preservation with dPTFE membranes when used al

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How to Prevent Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

sudok1 / iStock / Getty Images Plus. For patients in respiratory distress, ventilators can spell the difference between life and death. Particularly during the height of the pandemic, ventilators were worth their weight in gold. Life-sustaining pieces of equipment, ventilators mechanically breathe for a patient via an endotracheal tube that is typically inserted through the mouth or nose and into the trachea. .

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Writing advice from ASDA’s Editorial Board

ASDA Blog

Writing can be a challenge, even for those with a lot of experience. The 2022-23 ASDA Editorial Board creates and facilitates content for Contour magazine and ASDA Blog. Here, they offer their advice for improving your writing skills and getting that first draft done. Cody Phen , East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine ’23 , ASDA Contributing Editor. “I love reading.

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Rooting Out the Causes of Oral Malodor in Children

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

alashi / DigitalVision Vectors. When oral malodor manifests in kids, if it’s not due to a recent encounter with Aunt Josephine’s garlic-infused lasagna or the onion-laden burger consumed at lunch, the most likely cause is probably poor oral hygiene. Particularly if it’s an ongoing issue. . Food particles that become trapped in and around teeth, if not removed, offer the perfect place for harmful bacteria to proliferate.

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Why is a Rubber Dam Used During a Root Canal?

Phoenix Endodontist

General dentists frequently work with endodontists on procedures, such as root canal treatments, designed to save natural teeth. Dentists often develop strong referral relationships with endodontists and may also place the crown that completes the root canal treatment. One topic, however, on which there is not general consensus between dentists and endodontists concerns the use of rubber dental dams during root canals.

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University of Arkansas Student Dental Hygiene Clinic Reaches Out to Afghan Refugees

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Claire Tucker, EdD, RDH. Little Rock, Arkansas may not be the first place that comes to mind when thinking about the resettlement of Afghan refugees, but it is now home to 11 families from Afghanistan who have sought new lives in the United States. Two mosques, a synagogue, and six Christian churches have joined together to ensure these new US residents have everything they need to get settled. .

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Do it right the first time – every time!

3M

The post Do it right the first time – every time! appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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Green dentistry: 3 high-tech solutions for a sustainable practice

Off the Cusp

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Read Time: 3 Minute, 3 Second. With Earth Day coming up on April 22, we’re bringing you a series of blog posts to provide you and your team ideas for making your dental practice more sustainable. As you think about making changes at your practice, you may be asking yourself if “going green” is worth the investment.

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Complete Your Smile with Dental Implants Designed Like Your Natural Teeth

Swan Dental AZ

One of the components of a beautiful, healthy smile is having all your teeth intact. Even if it is not within the visible part of your smile, a single lost tooth affects your oral functionality and alters your jawbone health in the long run. Fortunately, you have the option of replacing your lost teeth with implants designed to match the appearance and performance of your natural teeth.

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Arkansas College Plans to Open Dental School With Private Funds

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Arkansas has 96 regions noted as dental care health professional shortage areas and is meeting only 36.5% of its residents’ dental needs, according to data provided by the Kaiser Family Foundation. A small, private college in Arkansas with about 700 students and without a hefty endowment hopes to make a difference by opening a dental school. Lyon College in Batesville, Arkansas, plans to open the dental school in addition to a veterinary medicine program in 2024 through the use of private fundin

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