June, 2021

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9 Steps to Increase Case Acceptance at Your Practice

Carestack

Without a doubt, the case acceptance rates at your dental practice are the most important metric when it comes to production performance. Prominent literature on the subject matter is littered with techniques on how persuasive you should be, how impressive or professional you should seem, the kind of financial options you must provide, and how to offer quick fixes that maximize case acceptance per patient.

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Eliminating the “Can’t Beat’em, Better Join’em” Mindset!

Oral Health Group

By now, everyone probably knows about the DentalCorp IPO. It is the first Canadian corporate dental group to go public since TriDont tried it, unsuccessfully, approximately 35 years ago. The response to this news on social media has been interesting … The post Eliminating the “Can’t Beat’em, Better Join’em” Mindset! appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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The Productive Power of a Synchronized Dental Back-Office Workflow

Planet DDS

Synchronization is an appropriate description. It has big-time application to improving your dental practice back-office workflows. First, let’s clarify (for this discussion) who the back-office is. The primary focus here is your clinical team – your dental assistants, your dental hygienists, any other clinical support personnel, and of course, you, the dentist.

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The Dental Compliance Institute Publishes Free Guide “How to Survive a Surprise OSHA Audit”

Dental News and Technology

The Dental Compliance Institute Publishes Free Guide “How t o Survive a Surprise OSHA Audit” Jacksonville, FL – June 2 1, 2021 – The Dental Compliance Institute (DCI) , a leading provider of training and certification programs designed to help dental professionals achieve full compliance of HIPAA and OSHA r egulations and to also learn the essentials of patient risk management , recently published “How to Survive a Surprise OSHA Audit ,” the first in a planned series of “survival guides” for OSH

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What’s in a Dental Marketing Session?

Identity Dental

When you are ready to grow your practice and reach more of your ideal patients, a short session with a seasoned dental marketer can make a significant difference in your success. While we can’t speak for other companies, we can tell you what to expect from a complimentary initial meeting with the Identity Dental Marketing […]. The post What’s in a Dental Marketing Session?

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How to Stop Clenching to Prevent Gum Recession

Ask The Dentist

For today’s episode, we are focusing on clenching, looking at some of the root causes, risk factors, and links to gum recession. This is an important and complex topic that comes up a lot in dental work, with some notable progress being made in understanding it in recent decades. It is also a great proxy through which we can see the differences between a strictly academic approach to dentistry and a more functional and experienced approach.

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Finding the right specialist partners for your dental practice

Dentistry Gone Digital

By Dr. Bill Simon. With research, development, and expansion of technology comes a broader scope of services, a deeper understanding of how to provide those services and improved outcomes. The standard of care elevates and, more than ever, dentists are faced with decisions on where to draw the line on what treatment they are comfortable providing and what should be referred out to a specialist.

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Website Redesign for DanAnd RMI

Clicc Media

DanAnd RMI Location: Miami, FL Website: [link] The Changes Rosalba from DanAnd-RMI contacted me after her website went down and they tried to redesign it themselves with some encountered difficulty. I was excited to take this on, as I had redesigned their previous site a few years ago. Now we could give it a better […]. The post Website Redesign for DanAnd RMI appeared first on Clicc Media Inc.

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Heartland Dental Closes Strategic Transaction with American Dental Partners Incorporated

Dental News and Technology

The affiliation brings together two doctor-led dental service organizations, leveraging complementary strengths to enhance support of doctors as they provide high-quality oral healthcare EFFINGHAM, Ill., June 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Heartland Dental, the nation's leading dental support organization (DSO), today announced the closing of its previously announced agreement to enter into a strategic transaction with American Dental Partners Incorporated (ADPI).

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How to Build Social Media Demand Through Facebook Live

Identity Dental

Facebook Live is an effective tool to increase awareness of your dental practice. Going live regularly engages viewers with original content for much longer than a typical post. It presents a unique opportunity to educate patients, build brand awareness, and generate new patient leads. The Identity Dental Marketing team has helped thousands of dental clients […].

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What is Miswak?

Ask The Dentist

If you haven’t heard of miswak, you are not alone. Despite its prevalence in many Muslim and Arab countries, it is not widely known around the world. Miswak is a tooth-cleaning twig or chewing stick made from the roots of the Arak tree, Salvadora persica. In today’s episode, Dr. B sheds some light on this twig, how it works, and what studies have shown about people who use it rather than toothpaste.

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Lit leadership lessons: How dental professionals can honor boundaries

Dentistry Gone Digital

By Amisha Singh, DDS. A full day of dental patient care. Payroll waiting to be done. The local PTA meeting to which I probably should have said no. Dinner is not planned and the whole family is hungry. Sometimes in our lives, we feel as though we have no choice but to give, give, give. Everyone needs something, whether it be our team, our patients, our families, or our communities.

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How Dentistry Professionals Can Manage Their Mental Health

Oral Health Group

Most people don’t realize that the dental profession is one of the most at-risk for mental health disorders. These include depression, anxiety, and negative effects of stress. Mental health in dentistry can often be considered a taboo subject, but it … The post How Dentistry Professionals Can Manage Their Mental Health appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Website Redesign for Immigration Psychology

Clicc Media

Complete WordPress Makeover for Immigration Psychology Business Immigration Psychology Location: Miami, FL Website: [link] The Changes Jacqueline from Immigration Psychology found us from an old animated video we did for an attorney-client a few years ago, it was pretty surprising and amazing. It started with us assisting them with a business introductory animated video they […].

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Current natural bioactive materials in bone and tooth regeneration in dentistry: a comprehensive overview

Dental News and Technology

Journal of Materials Research and Technology Volume 13 , July–August 2021, Pages 2078-2114 Abstract Tissue regeneration is a vital phenomenon in the skeletal system of human beings during their life span. The structure of bony architecture and teeth are highly dependent to this ongoing procedure to maintain their functional form. Regarding the fundamental function of our skeletal system, all the involved components are at constant risk for injuries and deformations throughout the life.

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Turn Your Patients into Practice Ambassadors with At-Home Video Testimonials

Identity Dental

In just a few clicks, your satisfied patients can become practice ambassadors and help you grow. Collecting video testimonials is a fast, easy, and affordable way. Seeing real people extoll your skills makes a powerful impression on prospective patients. It builds a sense of trust and conveys emotion much more effectively than words alone; but […].

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Should My 14-Year-Old Use Sleep Tape?

Ask The Dentist

If your child is having difficulty with anxiety or concentration it is a good idea to consider whether poor sleep is the culprit. Today on the show, Dr. B responds to a question from a listener in which she asks if it is a good idea to suggest mouth taping to her 14-year-old daughter. Dr. B recommends mouth taping for anybody over three years of age and he spends this episode talking about why.

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When experience and inexperience converge in the dental practice

Dentistry Gone Digital

By Natalie Kaweckyj, LDA, RF, CDA, CDPMA, COA, COMSA, CPFDA, CRFDA, MADAA, BA. ‘Tis the season for dental school graduations, from both baccalaureate and postgraduate programs. Many new dentists will be entering the workforce once their state regulating body grants their licensure in order to practice dentistry. There are things that we all learn in school, and then there are things you learn only after you enter the real world of the profession that comes with experience.

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Using Video to Put a Human Face on Your Digital Marketing

Oral Health Group

Interested in contributing to Oral Health Group’s blog? Email marley@newcom.ca for more information! The post Using Video to Put a Human Face on Your Digital Marketing appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Eliminating the “Can’t Beat’em, Better Join’em” Mindset!

Dental Peers

By now, everyone probably knows about the DentalCorp IPO. It is the first Canadian corporate dental group to go public since TriDont tried it, unsuccessfully, approximately 35 years ago. The response to this news on social media has been interesting to watch. Some dentists in private practice have responded with an “if you can’t beat’em, join’em” attitude, seemingly feeling this is a sign of the apocalypse for private practice.

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Orthosnap, Now Partnered with 1,000 Dental Providers, Welcomes Fred Joyal to Advisory Board

Dental News and Technology

Founder of 1-800-DENTIST Will Focus on Rapid Enrollment of Dentist Providers NEW YORK, June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Orthosnap , the provider of dental aligner systems that are doctor-guided and free of striations, announced today that Fred Joyal , co-founder of 1-800-DENTIST, has joined the company's Board of Advisors. The company also announced that it is now partnered with more than 1,000 dental practices across the United States.

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Video Ads Can Position You as an Expert

Identity Dental

Video has become the most popular form of social media advertising. It engages the emotions and builds trust far more effectively than two-dimensional ads. According to a recent biteable.com* survey, 74 percent of marketers say video has a better return on investment than flat ads. Creating video ads that are engaging and effective takes some […].

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Do You Need to Premedicate?

Ask The Dentist

An issue that causes a great deal of confusion is whether or not patients need to premedicate before a dental procedure. While your physician may recommend one thing, your dentist might say another, and as a patient, this can be stressful and anxiety-inducing. In today’s episode, Dr. B sheds light on this topic and talks about why you don’t need to premedicate if you have a prosthetic joint.

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Residents Talk Summer Fun Tips for Dental Students

ASDA Blog

As the weather starts to get warmer and spring rain is watering the earth, many dental students are looking forward to summer break. It is always a balance between relaxing and being productive during any break in dental school. To make summer planning easier, here, current residents offer some recommendations on how to make the most of the season, as well as discuss their favorite memories from vacations past.

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What Type of Content Should Your Dental Website Feature?

Oral Health Group

You’ve finally finished creating a website for your dental clinic. It looks clean, user-friendly and professional, but you’re left with one question: what should you post on it? Content provides useful resources for your patients and helps your website appear … The post What Type of Content Should Your Dental Website Feature? appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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7 New Google Statistics That Change Everything for Dental Marketing

Firegang

There have been several studies this year that unveiled shocking statistics about how people are searching with Google. But unless you’re a marketing expert, it can be hard to decipher how this information affects your practice, or what you can do in your dental marketing to take advantage of these new insights. We’ve rounded up the 7 most important Google statistics , and explain how they affect dental marketing and new patient attraction, so you can make the right decisions and start booking m

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Sunbit Launches First-Ever Buy Now, Pay Later Solution Made For The Dental Industry

Dental News and Technology

Sunbit Technology Unlocks 85% Approval Rates for Dental Offices and Dental Groups, with a Simple, 30-Second Application Process - Sunbit technology is bringing its popular buy now, pay later payment options to the dental market, with higher patient approval rates than traditional financing. - The application process using Sunbit technology takes 30-seconds with minimal data entry. - Well-qualified patients get access to 0% for 6 or 12 month payment plans. 18 and 24 month plans are also available

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Best Dental Website Designs: 7 Examples

My Social Practice

Now that everyone is sure to look you up online before making an appointment, you need a dental website that makes your practice stand out. Your website is often the first impression you make with new patients, and it has a major influence on their opinion of your practice. What do the best dental website designs have in common? Is your dental practice’s website customized with an easy-to-navigate, sleek design?

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How to Treat a Topical Cavity

Ask The Dentist

There are many factors that can attribute to cavities, many of which, play an important role in the management of oral hygiene. In today’s episode, Dr. B goes dives into an explanation behind the factors that need to be addressed when taking oral care into consideration. He shares some key points regarding the dry mouth condition, how your diet factors in, oral hygiene including toothpaste recommendations, flossing, and biofilm management, and genetics.

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Reflecting on our history and profession on Juneteenth

ASDA Blog

June 19, 1865. This date commemorates General Gordon Granger arriving with Union soldiers in Galveston, Texas, revealing the end of the Civil War and declaring the emancipation of those who were still enslaved two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation. This day is now commonly known and celebrated as Juneteenth, Emancipation Day or Juneteenth Independence Day, and it serves as a time to not only celebrate African American freedom, but it provides an opportunity to learn and apprec

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Search Optimization For Your Dental Practice’s Facebook Page

Oral Health Group

As you probably know, SEO (search engine optimization) is an essential part of any good dental marketing plan. Over 90 percent of adults look for information on the internet. If you want people to find your dental practice, it needs … The post Search Optimization For Your Dental Practice’s Facebook Page appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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3 Things Hygienists Should Consider When Investing in Instruments and Equipment

Off the Cusp

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Share. Tweet. Share. Like a painter who prefers to use a certain brush, or even an IT professional who favors an ergonomic mouse and keyboard, dental hygienists also have a lot to say about the tools they use, which is why more practices are rethinking the way they equip staff. According to recent surveys, more dental hygienists are interested in being able to select and, in some cases, purchase their own equipment.

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Delta Dental companies invested $102.5 million in communities across the country in 2020, positively impacting the oral and overall health of 24.7 million Americans

Dental News and Technology

2020 Community Impact Report finds Delta Dental impacted more lives, supported more programs, and made greater philanthropic investments than any other year in its history WASHINGTON, June 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Delta Dental Institute released its 2020 Community Impact Report , highlighting the investments the Delta Dental companies and their foundations made in 2020 to advance oral health, respond to COVID-19, and address health inequities and disparities.

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Practice of Excellence: Dr. C Family Dentistry

Firegang

Congratulations to our Practice of Excellence! We’re proud to share with you the story of Dr. Josh Cochran and his multi-location family dental practice in Spokane Valley, and South Hill, WA. Dr. Josh Cochran, or Dr. C as his patients call him, came on board with Firegang in September 2020. . Within six months of launching Dr. C’s new marketing strategy, the Spokane Valley location grew from 128 new patients per month, to 228 new patients per month.

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Will Masks Be Back Due to Delta Variant?

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

The Delta variant of SARS-CoV-2 that originated in India has now spread across the entire 50 states. With its ease of transmission and its ability to cause more severe illness than other variants, will Americans don masks en masse once again? The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns that with half of the nation remaining unvaccinated and children returning to in-person school this fall, the likelihood of another COVID-19 surge is high.

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Practicing wellness through birdwatching and photography

ASDA Blog

I grew up in Heredia, Costa Rica, one of the richest coffee-producing cities in the country. Costa Rica has over 900 bird species, which account for 10% of the earth’s avian population diversity. Being surrounded by beautiful flora and fauna and being huge nature lovers, my dad and I would wake up early to go birdwatching. Later, in undergrad at the University of California – Irvine, I took bird biology and was able to learn and identify many bird species in California, which led me to con

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Why Complete a SWOT Analysis for My Dental Practice?

Oral Health Group

The market growth of dentist practices is expected to grow by 5.2% this year. Why should that matter to you? It’s one small indicator that the dental industry is seeing somewhat of a boom. On one hand, that’s a good … The post Why Complete a SWOT Analysis for My Dental Practice? appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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