May, 2022

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What to do the summer before dental school

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Savannah Craig. Congratulations on your acceptance to dental school! What an incredible accomplishment! You’ve put in the time and effort, and finally, it has paid off with an offer letter from a dental school. You have probably spent the last several years working jobs, volunteering, and gaining new skills to make your dental school application stand out.

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What is a Good Social Engagement Rate in 2022?

Oral Health Group

Interested in contributing to Oral Health Group’s blog? Email marley@newcom.ca for more information! The post What is a Good Social Engagement Rate in 2022? appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Education Needs to be a Team Effort!

Dental Peers

It is an interesting contradiction to talk to dental students about the importance of learning about the business side of dentistry. The response I receive to offering training on management, human resources, marketing and financial planning is that they are so stressed focusing on the clinical components they need to earn their degrees, they don’t have time to worry about these topics.

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Make a Dental Habit Stick Like Glue!

Queen of Dental Hygiene

Making Healthy Habits Happen. A few of my favorite things. We all know what we “should” do- brush, floss, eat right, exercise, take vitamins, and on and on. We promise our healthcare provider we’ll change our (evil, lazy, unhealthy, you call it) ways. Yet, after we leave the dental office, we go right back to our old routines. Nothing changes, well, until the day before our next appointment when that floss makes it out of the drawer and teeth get a scrubbing like crazy.

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National Dentex Officially Opens the Doors to New Headquarters, State-of-the-Art Lab and Premier Education Center in Jupiter

Dental News and Technology

Jupiter, Fla. , May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- National Dentex Labs ("NDX"), the largest network of fully-owned dental labs in North America, today announced the grand opening of its new corporate headquarters in Jupiter, Florida. The nearly 40,000 square foot facility includes corporate offices, a state-of-the-art dental lab, a fully operational dental suite and a premier education center.

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Using Online Scheduling in Your Dental Practice Marketing [Guest Contributor]

Med Rank Interactive

In a word, it’s all about convenience. . Patients want to schedule their own medical and dental appointments. But don’t just take our word for it. . A recent consumer study by Accenture confirmed that patients absolutely prefer to schedule their own appointments: 77% indicated this would be their preference if offered by their dentist vs. calling to schedule an appointment. 70% of patients are more likely to choose a provider that offers the ability to book, change, or cancel their appointments

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Dental Patient Communication: Learning to meet your patients where they are

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Savanah Craig. One of the biggest challenges I face while beginning my career in dentistry is patient communication. I have spent the last 4 years learning a whole new language of technical jargon to be able to communicate with my colleagues and read research articles. However, much of my day is spent in communication with patients who need me to explain things in a way they understand.

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80% of patients want better service

Patient News

This article is here to provide encouragement. 80% of patients want better service. We say, “No problem!” We can help you implement a couple very easy tactics that will make you stand out and your patients happier with the service from your practice. The fact is that every little bit of movement your dental practice can, and is, making to.

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Kellogg Fights Back Against England’s Regulations on High-Sugar Products

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Regulations to curtail the promotion of food products containing high levels of sugar, fat, or salt went into effect in England this past April. The rules limit the placement of these products in grocery stores (ie, they cannot be placed in prime locations or endcaps) and prohibit the use of promotions such as “buy one, get one free” on such products.

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Lack of NHS dental appointments widens health inequalities

Dental News and Technology

[link] News – 9 May 2022 A new survey of public attitudes to NHS dentistry shows that half of the adults in England find dental charges unfair amid escalating living costs. We have warned decision-makers that NHS dentistry is in desperate need of reform. NHS dentisrty With living costs on the rise, our new findings show that health inequalities are widening as people in every part of the country struggle to pay for dental care.

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When To Take Away the Pacifier

Polkadot Dental

Alpharetta, GA – If your child is over the age of two and still using a pacifier, it’s time to start thinking about taking it away. Pacifier use and thumb sucking are natural coping methods for babies and young children. Still, when they extend into the pre-school years or beyond, parents are typically concerned about the possible harm to their child’s teeth and dental health.

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How much should you pay for malpractice insurance? $4,000? $5,000?

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Dr. Luke Shapiro. I just got off the phone with my insurance sales rep and they informed me that it would now cost me almost $11,000 to have malpractice insurance in New York City! What?! I thought I misunderstood. Is it even legal to increase malpractice by this much? Turns out it is. They can increase however much they want, whenever they want.

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How is Dental Insurance Verification Helpful in Validating Patient Benefits?

Oral Health Group

Insurance is an intimidating concept for most patients. Understanding what their plan offers, how much it offers, and what it covers in terms of treatments and care services could be really hard for them. Thus, it’s important for dental clinics … The post How is Dental Insurance Verification Helpful in Validating Patient Benefits? appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Obstructive sleep apnea: What we know and how to treat it

ASDA Blog

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has a global prevalence of 9-38%, with cases in the United States estimated at around 54 million. Surprisingly, about 80% of OSA cases remain undiagnosed. OSA is considered a sleep-related breathing disorder that accounts for obstruction of the upper airway, causing apneas. In addition, the obstruction caused by OSA leads to intermediate effects such as sleep fragmentation, heart rate fluctuations, hypoxia, among others.

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Community Water Fluoridation Gets an Upgrade

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

With the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) noting community water fluoridation as one of the top 10 greatest public health achievements in the 20 th century, many regions would like to offer this caries-reducing approach to their residents. Cost, however, can be a stumbling block. Now a new and less expensive technique for fluoridating water is available.

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New Delta Dental report finds many are unaware of connection between poor oral health and serious medical conditions (but 9 in 10 want to learn more)

Dental News and Technology

OAK BROOK, Ill. , May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Delta Dental released the 2022 State of America's Oral Health and Wellness Report, a nationwide analysis of consumer opinions and behaviors relating to oral health. Findings from the Delta Dental-commissioned research of U.S. adults and parents of children ages 12 and younger illuminate what they thought about their oral health and what they did to properly care for it at home and with their dentist during 2021.

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Making a strong connection: Dental office front desk best practices

Off the Cusp

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Read Time: 6 Minute, 46 Second. Your dental practice front desk staff and operations are key components to ensuring excellence in dental patient communication. Whether over the phone or interacting with patients in the office or exam rooms—first impressions matter! Your front desk team is the face of your dental practice, and one of the first touchpoints patients will experience.

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Advice for Applying to a GPR / AEGD Program

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Savannah Craig. Applying for dental residency programs is similar to applying to dental school in many ways. First, you need to narrow down your list of programs. Then, you need to begin your application on a centralized portal (ADEA-PASS) and collect your application materials. Finally, you’ll interview at various programs before making a decision on where to attend.

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Seven Signs Your Dental Website is Outdated (and Five Redesign Pitfalls to Avoid)

Oral Health Group

The chances are that your first step in marketing your practice was creating a fantastic website. It was beautiful, modern, optimized, and functioned perfectly. Now ask yourself, how many years ago was that? Has it undergone a redesign or significant … The post Seven Signs Your Dental Website is Outdated (and Five Redesign Pitfalls to Avoid) appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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ZIRCONIA DENTAL CROWNS: Advantages and Disadvantages

Dentistry Blog

Clinicians who wish to provide patients with aesthetic dental restorations often choose zirconia crowns. These crowns are selected over conventional PFMs (Porcelain Fused-to-Metal) or full gold crowns due to their superior strength, durability, and excellent aesthetics.

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Better Business Bureau Warns Consumers of Dental Scams

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

With rising inflation, it’s no wonder Americans are looking for a good deal on everything, including dental care. Unfortunately, nefarious scammers are ready to take advantage of bargain hunters. The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers of the proliferation of scammers creating well-produced social media ads for products, such as veneers and orthodontic appliances, at costs much lower than those available in a dental office.

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Evaluation of the changes in physical properties and mineral content of enamel exposed to radiation after treating with remineralization agent

Dental News and Technology

Published: 12 May Clinical Oral Investigations ( 2022) details Abstract Objective The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of different remineralization agents on the physical properties and elemental content of enamel exposed to radiation. Material and method The enamel surfaces of impacted third molar teeth were prepared, and six study groups were created ( n ?

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5 in-office communication tips for happier patients

Off the Cusp

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Read Time: 6 Minute, 27 Second. Even though modern patients appreciate the ease and convenience of digital communication with your practice through automated text reminders and real-time communication, we can’t lose sight of the importance that personal interaction has in keeping those relationships strong. A HealthGrades study showed that patients’ communication with front office staff are primary factors in online reviews—both positive and negative.

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Why You Might Consider a General Dentistry Residency Program

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Savannah Craig. Pursuing a one- or two-year GPR or AEGD program following graduation from dental school is just one of many options available to new dentists. Should You Pursue a Dental Residency Program? There are many reasons to choose to do a residency program. Here are a few worth considering: Pathway to Licensure. One reason to pursue a GPR or AEGD is that it is a pathway to licensure in NY, OH, MN, CO, CA, and WA.

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Education Needs to be a Team Effort!

Oral Health Group

It is an interesting contradiction to talk to dental students about the importance of learning about the business side of dentistry. The response I receive to offering training on management, human resources, marketing and financial planning is that they are … The post Education Needs to be a Team Effort! appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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How Do You Get Google Dental Reviews?

YapiApp

Want Better Online Visibility? Get Google Dental Reviews. Getting positive dental reviews can improve your online visibility—a critical achievement in an increasingly competitive dental environment. ……… Having good online visibility is a powerful tool for your dental practice. A 2022 survey found that in 2021, 81% of people used Google to evaluate local businesses, up from 63% in 2020.

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Oral Vitamin D Supplements May Help Tooth Remineralization

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

A study that investigated the impact of oral vitamin D supplementation on the remineralization of teeth found that maintaining adequate levels of this important nutrient improved surface microhardness and mineral content, effectively supporting the remineralization process. Published in Cureus on May 26, the study was conducted on 120 extracted premolars that were submerged in saliva containing varying levels of vitamin D.

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ORTHOFX ANNOUNCES BREAKTHROUGH INNOVATIONS IN ALIGNER THERAPY

Dental News and Technology

AI enables OrthoFX's new Rescue Aligners to save 65% of patients from treatment delays and OrthoFX's Bright Aligners give patients a reason to smile. FREMONT, Calif. , May 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- OrthoFX, the first all-in-one clear aligner platform, announced their launch to US Orthodontists at the American Association of Orthodontists Annual Meeting in Miami.

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Pediatric dentistry: The importance of the summertime dental checkup

Off the Cusp

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Read Time: 5 Minute, 29 Second. Summer is fast approaching, making now a great time to remind patients of the importance of scheduling a dental checkup for their children. Once summer break begins, it can be easy for parents to get caught up in summer camp, little league, family vacations and all the things that make the season memorable for their children.

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Imposter Syndrome as a Dental Student

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Savanah Craig. Imposter syndrome is an experience of believing you are not as competent as others perceive you to be. Imposter syndrome is common in high-achievers, and dental students are no exception. I believe that the hyper-competitive nature of dental school acceptance makes us, as students, even more likely to experience imposter syndrome.

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What Is Evergreen Content?

Rosemont Review

Evergreen articles are those that stay relevant and don’t become outdated for the foreseeable future. They’re, more or less, timeless. Just like an evergreen tree that keeps its leaves despite the season, evergreen content will hold up regardless of trends coming and going. As a result, they’re always getting more shares, links, and organic traffic.

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Addressing Scheduling Barriers: How To Fill a Dental Clinic Calendar

YapiApp

How To Fill a Dental Clinic Calendar in Four Easy Steps. Are you making it hard for patients to make and keep their appointments? Here’s how to avoid dental clinic calendar headaches. ……… Building the perfect dental schedule is the dream of every dentist and their team. The optimal schedule ensures that your practice is profitable and growing and that your team members are busy and productive.

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Journal of Dental Education Calls for Overhaul of Curriculum

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

The Journal of Dental Education (JDE) , in partnership with three other dental journals, recently addressed the 2021 report “Oral Health in America: Advances and Challenges,” with a call to update the curriculum and delivery model of oral healthcare. In the recently published article, “Oral Health in America 2021: Making a Case for Curricular Change,” authors suggest that dental education curriculum needs updating in order to prepare oral health professionals to work collaboratively in multidis

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Oral appliances reduce masticatory muscle activity-sleep bruxism metrics independently of changes in heart rate variability

Dental News and Technology

Clinical Oral Investigations ( 2022) details Abstract Objectives Sleep bruxism (SB) is associated with physiological activities including sympathetic autonomic system dominance and sleep micro-arousal. While oral appliances (OA) are used to prevent SB harmful effects, the influence of OAs physiological mechanisms during sleep is unknown. The aim of this study is to assess whether heart rate variability (HRV) changes, as a marker of autonomic nervous system activity, would be associated with the

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National Smile Month: 5 ways to get involved and engage your local community

Off the Cusp

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Read Time: 3 Minute, 27 Second. The aim of National Smile Month is is to promote the benefits of having good oral health and the value of a healthy smile. At its core, the purpose of National Smile Month is to encourage oral health professionals to engage with people in their communities and help them to achieve better oral health through education.

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What I Wish I Knew Before Starting Dental School

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Savanah Craig. Before “Day in the Life” Instagram posts, there wasn’t a lot of information about what being in Dental School was like. I had spent many hours shadowing dentists for my application, but none of them ever talked about their four years of school. I felt confident that I could become a great dentist and I understood that lifestyle, but dental school came as a shock to me.

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SEO Terminology: What Is an Algorithm?

Rosemont Review

Simply put, algorithms are a series of instructions for completing a task. They’re used every day for a multitude of purposes, and you likely use them without even thinking about it. When you get dressed, tie your shoes, or drive to work each day, you perform a series of steps to arrive at an end goal. It’s essential to execute the steps in a specific order or the outcome won’t be right.