Dentistry Today

JUNE 7, 2024

Aseptico Inc. introduced a new model of its GO Ultra Portable Dental System, the AEU-350S, which features a fully integrated piezoelectric ultrasonic scaler, making the system even more capable of dental hygiene procedures. NEW: GO Ultra Portable Dental System with built-in Ultrasonic Scaler Aseptico designed the GO Ultra Portable Dental System to help dental professionals provide restorative dentistry and dental hygiene in non-traditional settings such as in-home care, institutional settings, o

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Dentistry Gone Digital

JUNE 3, 2024

By: Dr. Savanah Craig The language we choose to use is incredibly important. Unfortunately, if your dental school was anything like mine, you spend years learning all the technical parts of treatment planning and diagnosis but were never taught how to properly share that information with your patients. Unless we are fortunate enough to have a mentor or a coach who can help us learn to communicate with patients, we never know that some of the common words and phrases we are telling our patients a

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Dental News and Technology

JUNE 7, 2024

Journal of Endodontics Published: May 29, 2024 DOI: [link] Abstract Introduction Automated segmentation of three-dimensional pulp space on cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) images presents a significant opportunity for enhancing diagnosis, treatment planning, and clinical education in endodontics. The aim of this systematic review was to investigate the performance of AI-driven automated pulp space segmentation on CBCT images.

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Dental Peers

JUNE 5, 2024

Really getting the business side of your practice operating effectively does take time. You need time to plan, strategize, and execute the decisions that will drive your business forward. Unfortunately, most dentists I speak with constantly tell me time is the one commodity they never can find enough of. I get that! As a practice owner, it is not easy to balance your time as the primary revenue producer and the forward-thinking CEO.

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Dentistry Today

JUNE 5, 2024

Maeva Dental Advisors is pleased to announce the launch of Pronto! Dentistry’s Practice Performance System, which evaluates hundreds of clinical, financial, operational, and cultural metrics across numerous time frames and compares them to industry benchmarks and individual practice goals, surfacing the top 10-20 opportunities for multisite dental practices and dental services organizations (DSOs) with one simple click.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

JUNE 5, 2024

By: Todd Doobrow, CFP “Why does my accountant tell me in March what I should have done last November?!?” It is a common complaint we hear from dentists when it comes to their tax planning, and it needs to change now. Tax planning is a critical aspect of financial management for dentists. As the year moves to the midpoint, it becomes imperative for dental professionals to assess their financial situation and take proactive steps to minimize tax liabilities while maximizing savings and investments

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Dental News and Technology

JUNE 5, 2024

Citation Zerman N, Zangani A, Maffeis C, Pietrobelli A, Piacentini G, Zotti F, De Manzoni R, Silva R, Cordiano A, Spinas E, Nocini PF. Eur. J. Paediatr. Dent. 2024; 25: e1. Copyright (Copyright © 2024, Ariesdue) DOI 10.23804/ejpd.2024.2141 PMID 38778771 Abstract Orofacial trauma (OFT) occurs frequently in children and requires thorough evaluation not only by paediatric dentists but also by all specialists involved in emergency services, particularly in cases involving children under 3 years of a

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Dentistry Today

JUNE 7, 2024

Founded by a trio of seasoned entrepreneurs and tech visionaries—Farid Fadaie, CEO, former CEO of 2Dental; Avi Saranga, CTO, former CTO of 2Dental; and Elaheh Ahmadi, CPO, co-founder and former CEO of Themis AI—Viva AI is at the forefront of integrating AI technology into everyday dental office management. The investment from this industry leader further validates Viva AI’s vision and commitment to transforming dental practice management through technology.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

JUNE 7, 2024

By: Steve Carstensen DDS Topic originally appeared on Pankey.org: Dr. Carstensen allowed permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder in which breathing stops and restarts many times while sleeping. This will result in not enough oxygen taken by the body, so these patients sleep with their mouths open and have snoring problems.

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Dental News and Technology

JUNE 4, 2024

Published: May 20, 2024 DOI: [link] ABSTRACT Background The popularity of clear aligner treatment (CAT) has been on the rise. Improving treatment satisfaction with CAT requires an in-depth understanding of the patient's perspectives. Nowadays, patients use social media to share authentic treatment experiences. This study aimed to explore the content of CAT-related Instagram posts before, during, and after CAT.

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Coaches Corner

JUNE 1, 2024

It seems like there are thousands of people in dentistry who call themselves practice experts. Should you believe everything you hear from them? Are they even ethical? That’s what we discuss in today’s episode of The Dental Practice Fixers podcast for dentists featuring mystery shopper calls. Dentists and team members should not miss it!!

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Dentistry Today

JUNE 7, 2024

Intiveo, patient engagement software designed to empower dental practices to enhance the patient experience, announced a new authorized integration with Dentrix Ascend, Henry Schein One’s cloud-based practice management system (PMS). This integration is part of Intiveo’s ongoing commitment to expanding and assisting dental practices in elevating the patient experience and overall satisfaction.

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Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire

JUNE 7, 2024

Oral health isn’t just about a bright, white smile. Your gums and teeth can tell you a lot about your overall health. In this post, we’ll explore what different signs in your mouth can reveal about your dental health and how to address them. Whether you’re noticing unusual changes or just want to maintain a healthy smile, you’re in the right place.

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Dental News and Technology

JUNE 3, 2024

Society of American Indian Dentists Dental Admission Test Prep Program Link View Program Website Sponsors DentaQuest, Society of American Indian Dentists (SAID) Deadlines Applications accepted on an ongoing basis Contact Dr. Frances Kim frkim.said@gmail.com Purpose The Society of American Indian Dentists (SAID) offers scholarships for American Indian/Alaska native (AI/AN) undergraduate students to attend a prep program of choice to help with studying for the Dental Admission Test (DAT).

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The Social Care Elf

JUNE 5, 2024

Forensic social work is not recognised as a separate discipline from generic social work education offered at the BA or MA level in universities worldwide (Wormer, 2008; Lattes and Davis,2023). The pedagogy and practice of forensic social work vary significantly depending on jurisdiction. Its focus is on supporting individuals involved in the criminal and legal [read the full story.

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Dentistry Today

JUNE 7, 2024

U.S. Oral Surgery Management (USOSM) continues its growth momentum, adding three new partner practices to its network of premier oral and maxillofacial surgeons. Collectively, they include four doctors and four locations across three states: Colorado, Kansas and California. The new partners are Wheat Ridge Oral Surgery, Southwind Oral & Facial Surgery & Implant Center, and Rocklin Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Center.

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The Super Dentists

JUNE 6, 2024

So, you’re thinking of getting braces. Or maybe it’s your kid who needs them. Either way, what exactly should you expect? If you don’t have any experience with the wide. Read More The post How are Braces Put On? Step-by-Step Process of What to Expec. appeared first on The Super Dentists.

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Healthy Smiles

JUNE 6, 2024

Have you ever been charmed by a celebrity’s brilliant smile as they’re strutting the red carpet? Their flawless, straight, and shining teeth have come to represent success and beauty. Due to this growing attraction, many people look for ways to alter their smiles. Dental veneers are one common technique. Dental veneers are thin, precisely crafted shells intended to cover the front surface of teeth.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

JUNE 7, 2024

YOU COULD BE OUR NEXT AWARD WINNER! The Shils Fund welcomes dental entrepreneurs, students, and practitioners nationwide to submit a 3-5 minute video proposal showcasing innovative oral healthcare ideas or solutions that advance oral health. Up to four winners will receive a $5,000 award and mentorship from a sought-after healthcare industry leader to support project research and development!

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Dentistry Today

JUNE 7, 2024

3Shape recently announced the launch of three exciting solutions at its 3Shape Discover digital dentistry event. 3Shape introduced the TRIOS Core intraoral scanner, a brand-new scanner system that delivers 3Shape’s renowned accuracy at a price of $12,400. 3Shape also showed off a refreshed version of its award-winning TRIOS 3 intraoral scanner, as well as a single-use TRIOS Ready Tip for TRIOS 5 scanners. “Professionals seeking a lower-priced scanner should never compromise on essentials l

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The Super Dentists

JUNE 3, 2024

No pain, no gain. Surely, you’ve heard that phrase before. It implies that without a degree of pain (or maybe more accurately, discomfort) you won’t achieve worthwhile goals. It certainly. Read More The post Wax for Braces: What It Is & How to Use It appeared first on The Super Dentists.

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Perio Perio

JUNE 6, 2024

Starting with a basic concept, let’s define what a dentist’s denture implants are and how they work. Denture implants, also known as implant supported dentures in Sterling, VA, are over-denture types that get some support from implants. They utilize one or more implants placed in the jawbone, upon which the dentures can securely fasten. This advanced dental technology boosts the stability and permanence of dentures, ensuring they won’t accidentally slip out while speaking or ea

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

JUNE 7, 2024

A total of 45 dental professionals were awarded the ADS-DANB-DALE Foundation Andrew Whitehead Education and Certification Scholarship. The scholarship provides infection prevention and control education and certification to individuals working in dentistry and removes financial barriers to help dental professionals access these important resources and credentials.

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Dentistry Today

JUNE 6, 2024

Monroe Capital LLC (“Monroe”) announced it acted as joint lead arranger on the funding of a senior credit facility to support the continued growth of The Smilist Management (“The Smilist”), an existing portfolio company of Zenyth Partners. Founded in 2014 and based in Great Neck, NY, The Smilist is a leading Northeast-focused dental support organization.

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Denticle

JUNE 6, 2024

One of the things I think the industry needs to focus on is care for those who are homebound or live in nursing facilities. Human beings are living longer than ever before, but our ability to provide them quality of life is being exceeded by this extended lifespan. There are lots of people who simply cannot come to a dental office. How do we care for these people?

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Perio Perio

JUNE 4, 2024

Understanding Full Mouth Dental Implants Full mouth dental implants are a comprehensive solution for individuals who have lost most or all of their teeth. These implants provide a stable, durable foundation for a full set of artificial teeth, restoring functionality and aesthetics. Full mouth dental implants involve placing multiple implants in the jawbone, supporting a full prosthetic teeth arch.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

JUNE 7, 2024

The dental industry is undergoing significant changes due to the increasing involvement of private equity (PE) firms. Attracted by the industry’s fragmentation, steady cash flow, and recession resilience, PE firms are investing heavily in dental practices. This trend presents both opportunities and challenges for dental practice owners, necessitating a deep understanding of this evolving landscape.

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Dentistry Today

JUNE 6, 2024

TUSK Practice Sales (“TUSK”), the premier healthcare-focused M&A advisor, advised Rockville Centre For Dentistry in its affiliation with MB2 Dental. The transaction was led by Yazen Abusad, Associate of Mergers & Acquisitions at TUSK Practice Sales. Alex Cherniavsky spearheaded the diligence and analytics efforts for TUSK. Under the leadership of Dr.

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90210 Dentist

JUNE 4, 2024

If you or a loved one desires a straighter smile, you may wonder if clear aligners, like Invisalign®, can do the job or if traditional braces are a better option. Invisalign® can straighten a surprisingly wide range of orthodontic issues while offering a discreet and convenient alternative to metal braces. However, they’re not for everyone. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explain key differences between Invisalign® ️and traditional braces to help you determine which option will m

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Denticle

JUNE 4, 2024

Some times great things happen for great people. Today's post is where I get to tell you about one of those people and one of those things. I am *thrilled* to announce that Ken Reed, DMD has agreed to serve as Director of Dental Anesthesiology at UNLV (University of Nevada - Las Vegas) school of dentistry. I've know Ken since the late 1990s where we met in the IDF (Internet Dental Forum) which was the first true online discussion group exclusively for dentists.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

JUNE 6, 2024

Edentulism remains a significant health marker among older adults, primarily caused by dental caries and periodontal diseases. While the national prevalence of edentulism in adults aged 65 and older decreased from 13.4% to 12.1% between 2020 and 2022, it is still nowhere near the Healthy People 2030 target of 5.4%. More than 6.9 million older adults in the United States were edentulous in 2022.

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Dentistry Today

JUNE 6, 2024

Straine Dental Management (SDM), a dentist-owned, dentist-led dental services organization (DSO), is excited to announce the appointment of Scott Jolly, DDS, as its new chief engagement officer. Straine Dental Management Appoints Scott Jolly, DDS, as Chief Engagement Officer Leveraging his extensive experience as a second-generation dentist providing comprehensive care for patients of all ages, Dr.

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Phoenix Endodontist

JUNE 3, 2024

Everyone’s teeth are unique, as is the story of what brings each patient into the endodontist’s office. Some patients have struggled with dental health their entire lives; others show up needing help to save a tooth when they never had a cavity. While the story of your teeth is personal, there are several common reasons you might need root canal therapy.

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Denticle

JUNE 3, 2024

I've been using the Kavo Diagnocam™ Full Vision HD for about a month now and I feel I have enough experience with it to now be able to tell you about the device and how well it has performed. In the years since the first intraoral cameras came to market, dentistry has done a tremendous job helping our patients to better understand their conditions be actually letting them see what we see.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

JUNE 5, 2024

Advances in dental implants have increased the selection of implant designs, as well as scientific understanding of which design is best suited for a specific clinical condition. Practitioners and patients have also benefited from increased longevity of implant-supported prostheses, better esthetics, and a more sophisticated understanding of the pathogenesis of peri-implant disease.

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Dentistry Today

JUNE 6, 2024

Zimbis, a trailblazer in smart inventory management solutions, together with Open Dental, a leader in open-source dental practice management software, are excited to announce the successful completion of their software integration. This milestone achievement marks a significant advancement in dental practice management by seamlessly combining inventory control with patient care operations.

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Gilreath Dental

JUNE 2, 2024

You are calling all heroes! Do you dream of a dazzling smile that shines brighter than any villain’s laser beam? Then it’s time to unlock your inner cavity-fighter and brush up your powers! Like any superhero needs a trusty sidekick, your smile needs the ultimate defense system. Here’s how to transform into a cavity-crushing champion:… The post Brush Up Your Powers!

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