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Veterinary Dentistry Specialists Adds a Veterinary Cardiologist

Dentistry Today

The Mt. Laurel, NJ, office of Veterinary Dentistry Specialists (VDS), a veterinary dentistry and oral surgery practice, has added board-certified veterinary cardiologist Megan King, VMD, DACVIM (Cardiology), to its roster of dental and anesthesia specialists. Adding comprehensive outpatient veterinary cardiology services makes VDS the first and only veterinary dentistry and oral surgery practice in the nation with anesthesiology and cardiology specialists available to care for each patient.

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The Truth about Toxins in Toothpaste

Queen of Dental Hygiene

Growing up in the 1960s, we were a loyal Crest toothpaste family. The thought of using any other toothpaste was out of the question. Switching to Colgate was blasphemy. We believed we needed to use commercial toothpaste with fluoride or our teeth would rot from cavities. Giving up “commercial” toothpaste is hard. Nowadays, I have at minimum six different toothpaste tubes in my drawer (none contain fluoride and I will explain why shortly).

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The Forsyth Institute Welcomes Pacific Dental Services CEO to Board of Directors

Dentistry Today

The Forsyth Institute , a global leader in oral health research and clinical care, is pleased to announce that Stephen E. Thorne, IV , founder and CEO of Pacific Dental Services (PDS), has been appointed to the board of directors. Mr. Thorne founded PDS in 1994, and today, it is one of the leading organizations in the country dedicated to providing administrative and business support to dental and medical practices, serving nearly 1,000 practices throughout the United States.

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Opportunity Abounds: Are You Ready for the Patient Onslaught?

Oral Health Group

Toronto-based Gartner Canada keeps its finger on the pulse of “universal” marketing trends, irrespective of niche or industry. Every year, their team of global researchers and analysts. more The post Opportunity Abounds: Are You Ready for the Patient Onslaught? appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Walgreens Returns as the Exclusive Retail Partner of Red Nose Day

Dentistry Today

Today, Walgreens nationwide kick off sales and in-store donations for the ninth annual Red Nose Day campaign to support healthy communities and help end the cycle of child poverty. Now through May 31, customers can visit Walgreens and Duane Reade locations and show their support by donating in-store via pin-pad or purchasing a Red Nose for $1, with all profits benefitting Red Nose Day.

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Antibiotic prophylaxis before invasive dental procedures for patients at high risk of infective endocarditis - A systematic review

Dental News and Technology

Abstract Background: Clinical use of antibiotics prophylaxis (AP) for preventing infective endocarditis (IE) after invasive dental procedures is controversial. Expert consensus guidelines are inconsistent, either restricting its use to high-risk individuals or advising its use again. Objectives: To determine whether there is a genuine need for AP to prevent IE in high-risk patients undergoing invasive dental procedures.

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Freedom Dental Partners Affiliates Acquire Manhattan’s dntl bar

Dentistry Today

Freedom Dental Partners, an autonomous dental services organization, announced that it has completed the acquisition of Manhattan’s dntl bar, New York City’s “one-stop shop” for dental needs. Freedom Dental Partners Affiliates Acquire Manhattan’s dntl bar “We are excited to welcome the dntl bar team to the Freedom Dental Partners family,” said Avi Weisfogel, CEO of Freedom Dental Partners. “This acquisition is a key part of our growth strategy, and we lo

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DT Research to Unveil Medical Graphics Stations for Augmented Reality Navigation

Dentistry Today

DT Research , the leading designer and manufacturer of purpose-built computing solutions for vertical markets, has announced a new 55x series of all-in-one (AIO) medical graphics stations designed to enable augmented reality (AR) navigation, robotic surgeries and 3D training simulations in medical, dental , veterinary, and similar environments. The 552, 554, and 557 medical graphics stations are equipped with dedicated NVidia graphics cards, high resolution TFT-LCD touch screens, and powerful In

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Empowering Dental Teams: How To Inspire & Develop Leadership In Your Practice

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Dawn Patrick In today’s shrinking workforce, many practice owners either struggle with high team turnover or haven’t recovered from practicing in a post-COVID world where many dental professionals did not return to the field. Practice owners and managers often ask themselves how to build a cohesive, long-term team of leaders. Team members need to feel a sense of ownership and engagement.

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April Is Oral Cancer Awareness Month

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

With early detection and treatment, oral cancer is highly survivable. Unfortunately, many cases are diagnosed in late stages. April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, which highlights the importance of screening, especially at every dental appointment. Traditionally, exposure to tobacco and alcohol has been the most common risk factor. Today, however, infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV) is increasingly responsible for oral cancer.

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What is the All-on-4 dental implant system?

Implantation Dental Center

The All-on-4 dental implant system is a dental restoration procedure that involves placing four dental implants in the jawbone to support a full arch of fixed teeth. This system is designed to provide a permanent, non-removable solution for patients who have lost all or most of their teeth in one or both arches. The All-on-4 … What is the All-on-4 dental implant system?

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How Long Do Dental Implants Last?

Creekview Dental

Are you considering dental implants as a long-term solution for your missing teeth? If so, you need to understand the lifespan of dental implants before making a decision. From placement to maintenance, there are various factors that can impact the longevity of your dental implants. In this article, we’ll explore the different stages of the implant process and provide insights into how to properly care for your implants to ensure they last as long as possible.

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How to Prevent Knit Lines in Your Composite

Denticle

As most of you know, I have two full time jobs. The first is being a general dentist. I see patients four days per week about 8 hours per day. My second job is Chief Dental Editor & Technology Editor for Dental Products Report. My second job gives me the opportunity to see a lot of really great emerging technologies and clinical breakthroughs. One of the really incredible things that I love about my "second" job is the fact that I get to meet and become friends with some really amazing peopl

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Choosing the right Marketing Partner for your Practice - Part 2

Firegang

In Summation. The Complete, Integrated Marketing Plan - YES, PLEASE! While all marketing plans are not created equal, there are three tiers of marketing plans out there in the industry. And if you want to achieve your practice goals and keep growing your business organically, a successful marketing strategy must include all tiers. Top-Tier: Our top-tier marketing plans include online ads so that we can advertise your practice on Google, Bing, and Facebook, a highly customized website design that

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Although Every Person’s Smile Is Unique, What Does A Typical Multiple Dental Implant Procedure Look Like?

Perio Perio

When people have multiple missing teeth , their daily activities, quality of life, appearance, and even oral health can be impacted. While every person’s multiple dental implant procedure will be customized to fit their specific smile needs and wants, there are parts of the procedure process that everyone gets to go through. Here is what a typical procedure process looks like when people come in to get treated with multiple dental implants in Sterling, VA.