Dental News and Technology

MAY 22, 2025

NOBS by biom and the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry at The University of Texas share findings of comprehensive study surrounding fluoride-free toothpaste tablets. In a study just released, NOBS by bim partnered with the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry at The University of Texas to conduct a comprehensive study surrounding its fluoride-free toothpaste tablets, and the results indicated that dentifrice tablets containing 5% nanohydroxyapatite (NOBS Toothpaste Tablets) are as effective

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Dentistry Gone Digital

MAY 6, 2025

By: Angela Holland Dental insurance companies have long been criticized for their complex and sometimes opaque practices, especially when it comes to their Explanation of Benefits (EOB) documents. For both patients and dental practices, these documents can often be a source of confusion, frustration, and financial loss. Insurance companies, in their pursuit of profits, often employ a variety of tactics designed to minimize payouts and shift costs onto the patient or provider.

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My Social Practice

MAY 9, 2025

Effective Dental Implant Advertising Dental implant advertising isnt just about visibilityits about educating, connecting, and converting high-value patients. Unlike general dental services, implant marketing must overcome complex hurdles: explaining advanced procedures, easing financial concerns, and building trust in a treatment thats both transformative and costly.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MAY 1, 2025

The decision to remove fluoride from public water supplies is gaining traction in some parts of the United States, but a report by ScienceNews demonstrates the ramifications of disabling such public health programs. Recent outcomes from cities that halted fluoridation, including Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and Juneau, Alaska, offer compelling data on the tangible harms to oral health when this protective measure is eliminated.

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RevUp Dental

MAY 26, 2025

The 10 Best Dental Practice Management Systems in 2025 Choosing the right dental practice management system (PMS) is one of the most important decisions a dentist will make. Whether youre opening a brand-new office or scaling to multiple locations, your PMS affects every aspect of your workflow from scheduling and charting to billing and patient communications.

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Firegang

MAY 15, 2025

Lets be reala slow loading website can be a real turnoff for potential patients. Youve only got a few seconds to grab someones attention online, especially when theyre browsing on mobile devices or juggling five things at once. If your dental website lags, your competitors are just a click away. Luckily, improving your sites performance doesnt have to be overwhelming.

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Dental News and Technology

MAY 5, 2025

First published: 14 March 2025 [link] ABSTRACT Objectives To validate an innovative artificial intelligence (AI)driven tool for automated virtual implant placement by comparing its accuracy, implant dimension selection, time efficiency, and consistency with a human intelligence (HI)based approach for single posterior tooth replacement. Materials and Methods A dataset of 50 time-matched cone-beam computed tomography and intraoral scans with a single missing posterior mandibular tooth was selected

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My Social Practice

MAY 2, 2025

ChatGPTs Local Search: How Dentists Can Optimize If youre only optimizing your dental practice for Google , youre already falling behind. ChatGPT yes, the AI chatbot everyones talking aboutis now delivering surprisingly strong local search results , and its not just parroting Bing. Thanks to a deeper integration with Bings search index and its own unique ranking logic, ChatGPT has become another digital front door for new patients to find your practice.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MAY 21, 2025

In recent conversation I had with a new dental hygiene graduate, she mentioned that the program she had completed did not teach students how to root plane. I asked for the reasoning behind the omission of this procedure that is part of the American Dental Associations Code on Dental Procedures and Nomenclature and one that I perform daily. Her response was that the faculty said it was outdated and no longer considered beneficial.

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Denticle

MAY 21, 2025

Artificial intelligence continues to make deeper and deeper inroads into dentistry. More and more offices are embracing this change to help with diagnosis. As we do, the entire process of how the profession analyzes radiographs is changing. I worked alone in a solo practice for about 18 years before bringing in another doctor. Looking back, I wish I would have made that decision much earlier.

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Firegang

MAY 6, 2025

Lets face itwriting effective dental PPC ad copy that attracts the right kind of patients isnt just about throwing together a catchy headline and hoping for the best. If you're running a Google Ads campaign for your dental practice, every word you write matters. From your headline to your CTA, youre either inviting people inor losing them to a competitors ad.

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Dentistry Blog

MAY 20, 2025

The integration of digital technology in dentistry has completely transformed how dental professionals approach restorative procedures, making them more precise, efficient, and patient-friendly. Digital workflows, such as intraoral scanning, have become a natural fit for crown and bridge restorations, streamlining the process from start to finish. Intraoral scanners allow for highly accurate impressions without the need for messy traditional molds, improving patient comfort and reducing the marg

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Dentistry Gone Digital

MAY 28, 2025

By: Dr. Savanah Craig One of the biggest contributors to burnout in dentists , in my opinion, comes from decision fatigue. Constantly we are faced with our patients problems that we did not create and are expected to find a solution to this problem. We must evaluate the problem, excavate possible causes for this issue, determine solutions to manage it, and present it in a way that aligns with the values of someone weve just met a few moments before.

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Ask The Dentist

MAY 12, 2025

3.5 billion years of evolution gave you a built-in shield against cavities and gum disease. Here’s why it no longer works. Biofilms are often referred to as the skin of the tooth, a simple and ubiquitous layer that adheres to hard surfaces like teeth. However, this description fails to capture the true essence of biofilms as fundamental biological systems.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MAY 10, 2025

Dental professionals often struggle to spot patients with severe dental anxiety, especially when patients go out of their way to hide it. Thats the key finding from a new thesis presented at Swedens Karolinska Institute, which includes four studies exploring how dental fear is perceived by both patients and providers. In one study of 1,128 patients, clinicians were asked to rate patient anxiety after an exam.

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Identity Dental

MAY 7, 2025

Promoting a free dentistry day event can significantly enhance community engagement and attract potential new patients. It is essential to create a marketing plan that incorporates various strategies to ensure a successful turnout. The following are effective ways to market such an event, ensuring maximum reach and engagement. First and foremost, leveraging social media platforms […] The post Effective Strategies to Market a Free Dentistry Day Event appeared first on Identity Dental Market

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Denticle

MAY 26, 2025

Last week I had a post that discussed the recent CDA Anaheim meeting. As I stated there, in-person industry trades hows have suffered a lot since the pandemic of 2020. However, some meetings seem to be recovering. at least a bit. Attendance at many major meetings has dropped significantly since Covid. However, it wasn't just social distancing that caused the slowdown.

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Dental News and Technology

MAY 30, 2025

AI-powered analytics solution provides actionable visibility into treatment patterns, helping DSOs and multi-location practices strengthen mentorship, elevate care standards, and improve business outcomes. BOSTON--( BUSINESS WIRE )-- VideaHealth , a leader in AI-powered dental solutions, today announced the launch of VideaInsights, an advanced dental analytics solution designed to help Dental Service Organizations (DSOs) and multi-location practice owners elevate care standards, coach with confi

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Dentistry Gone Digital

MAY 28, 2025

By: Michael Eid As a D1 student, learning the fundamentals of cavity preparations in sim lab is your first step toward clinical success. This guide will help you bridge the gap between lab exercises and real patient care by teaching you how to think clinically from day one. You’ll gain insights on handpiece control, bur selection, and preparation techniques that will directly translate to the clinic.

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Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire

MAY 30, 2025

Your gums are more than just the soft tissue that holds your teeth in placethey’re a key indicator of your overall oral health. Many people ignore early warning signs of gum disease, assuming that mild discomfort or slight bleeding isnt a big deal. However, these small signs could be the first indications that something more serious is happening beneath the surface.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MAY 23, 2025

Dental hygienists are experiencing significant salary growth in 2025, with earnings surpassing average household incomes in multiple states. According to recent data compiled by Beckers Dental Review, California leads with an average dental hygienist salary of $127,090, closely trailing the states average household income of $134,491. Notably, in Alaska, dental hygienists earn an average of $118,010, exceeding the states average household income of $114,201.

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Cherokee Dental Professionals

MAY 26, 2025

Orthodontic dentistry is crucial in helping people achieve a beautiful smile and lasting oral health. In Jacksonville, TX, where nearly 4 million Americans seek orthodontic care annually, optimal oral health is more important than ever. Proper tooth alignment affects everything from chewing and speech to self-confidence. This article dives into the world of orthodontics, covering essential topics like: Types of orthodontic services available The benefits of timely treatment Practical tips for

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Denticle

MAY 28, 2025

One of the hardest things dentists do is removal of zirconia crowns. Whether it's the actual removal or even cutting an endo access, zirconia is a difficult material to apply rotary instrumentation to. That's great for long term viability of the crown, but it certainly makes other treatment more difficult. Today's post is about a new system to help doctors deal with those situations.

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Dental News and Technology

MAY 15, 2025

Convergent Dentals Solea Perioguide is described as the next generation of minimally invasive periodontal treatment. This new application for the Solea All-Tissue Laser enables safe, effective, and efficient periodontal therapy without the need for sutures and with minimal post-operative discomfort, the manufacturer stated. With this advanced technology, general dentists can provide exceptional care directly to their patients, maintaining continuity of care.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

MAY 27, 2025

By: Paul A. Henny, DDS This Topic Originally Appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Henny granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Clinical efficiency and business systems often take the spotlight. But during all that, its easy to overlook something fundamental: your individuality. I love this quote from Ralph Waldo Emerson Nothing is at last sacred but the integrity of your own mind.

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Polkadot Dental

MAY 21, 2025

As more families lean toward natural lifestyles, its no surprise that natural toothpaste has found its way into the oral care routines of many children. With colorful packaging and promises of being fluoride-free, dye-free, and chemical-free, these products appeal to health-conscious parents who want the best for their little ones. But are natural toothpastes really safer and more effective for kids?

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MAY 18, 2025

A new app developed at the IU Indianapolis School of Dentistry in collaboration with the Regenstrief Institute is changing the game for dental care by giving dentists real-time access to their patients medical histories. Traditionally, dental teams rely on patients to recall and report complex medical details at each visit, a process thats not only inefficient but can increase clinical risk.

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My Social Practice

MAY 2, 2025

Table of Contents New AI Image Editing in Gemini What’s New in Google Gemini How Dentists Can Use Gemini’s Image Editing Tools A Smart Move for Smarter Marketing: AI Image Editing in Gemini FAQ New AI Image Editing in Gemini Good news for AI image generation! Google just announced a major update to its Gemini app , and its one that savvy dentists will want to pay attention to.

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Identity Dental

MAY 10, 2025

In the evolving landscape of digital marketing for dental practices, producing DIY video content can provide an engaging way to connect with potential patients. Utilizing simple tools, such as a smartphone, microphone, and a good lighting setup, can elevate your videos and help your practice stand out in a crowded marketplace. One effective approach is […] The post Creating High-Quality DIY Video Content for Your Dental Practice appeared first on Identity Dental Marketing Reviews.

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Dental News and Technology

MAY 20, 2025

Company will showcase the toothbrush solution at the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry conference in Denver. The Willo AutoFlo+ is described as the worlds first fully automated toothbrush designed specifically for kids. The company, led by a team of oral health experts, is striving to make toothbrushing routines better and easier for families.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

MAY 27, 2025

By: Dr. James Pitts As a practicing Dentist, your career will last around 30-35 years on average. During this time an average Dental Practice will have about $30,000,000 pass through collections. One would think that this would be enough for all Dentists to retire Financially Independent and debt free. However, ADA statistics tell us that less than 10% of Dentists can afford to retire at age 60 and stay at the same standard of living.

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Denticle

MAY 22, 2025

For years now I've been impressed with Dandy. They have really embraced the concept of digital restorative solutions and made it priority to bring a lot of digital tech to the forefront of what they do. I got word a couple of days ago about today's announcement and am really happy to be able to provide this here. I'm convinced that this is where the dental laboratory of the future is going and Dandy is doing a heck of a job making it happen.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MAY 21, 2025

Digital navigation is revolutionizing implant surgery by turning plans into precision-guided action. With real-time visuals and precise control, clinicians can now place implants with greater confidence, accuracy, and efficiency. Once the system check is complete, the dentist can place the drill over the planned surgical site. The navigation screen allows the clinician to view the virtual drill along with the measurement of depth in tenths of a millimeter, the angular deviation from the planned

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My Social Practice

MAY 17, 2025

Video SEO for Dentists Do you often stay up way too late with your phone in hand? Probably. But if you’re a dentist, have you considered whether your content fits the “ I should be sleeping but I have one more question ” category? Patients arent scrolling through pages of dental blogs at midnight. Theyre watching videos. Lots of them.

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Best Dentist in Houston

MAY 31, 2025

Managing Pain After Dental Implant Surgery Dental implant surgery is a common procedure that can significantly improve your oral health and quality of life. However, like any surgical procedure, it comes with a recovery period that involves managing post-operative discomfort. Understanding how to effectively manage pain after dental implant surgery will help ensure a smoother healing process and better outcomes.

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Dental News and Technology

MAY 27, 2025

VideaHealth , a leader in AI-powered dental solutions, today announced the launch of VideaInsights, an advanced dental analytics solution designed to help Dental Service Organizations (DSOs) and multi-location practice owners elevate care standards, coach with confidence, and scale smarter. VideaInsights provides targeted, AI-driven visibility into clinical behavior at the provider and practice levels.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

MAY 26, 2025

By: Ronda Holman If youve ever found yourself wishing you had two pairs of hands during a procedure, chances are youve already imagined the value of an EFDAan Expanded Functions Dental Assistanton your team. So, whats holding your current assistant back from stepping into that role? For many dental assistants , the barrier isnt capabilityits clarity, confidence, and a concrete plan.

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