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Revolutionizing External Referral Management

Planet DDS

Following the successful launch of the Internal Referral Management System in Denticon in April, we are excited to now announce the launch of the External Referral Management System for our Denticon clients. Again, this robust referral management system is the first of its kind in dental practice management solutions. With the External Referral System, practices will now be able to refer and communicate with external providers securely and efficiently.

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Why is Good Ventilation So Important for Dental Practices?

The Big Brush

There are a number of important aspects of a dental practice, and good ventilation is one of them. That might not be at the top of your mind when building a dental practice, but it's a big part of what's needed. Dental Practice Business Tips

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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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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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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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Comparison of cephalometric measurements between conventional and automatic cephalometric analysis using convolutional neural network

Dental News and Technology

Published: 31 May 2021 Progress in Orthodontics volume 22 , Article number: 14 ( 2021 ) Abstract Objective The rapid development of artificial intelligence technologies for medical imaging has recently enabled automatic identification of anatomical landmarks on radiographs. The purpose of this study was to compare the results of an automatic cephalometric analysis using convolutional neural network with those obtained by a conventional cephalometric approach.

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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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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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Younger adults are taking medications that could affect long term oral health

Dental News and Technology

Study shows dentists need to be aware of medication history even in younger patients REGENSTRIEF INSTITUTE Research News SHARE PRINT E-MAIL IMAGE: MEDICATIONS CAN PLAY A SIGNIFICANT ROLE IN ORAL HEALTH. A NEW STUDY FROM THE REGENSTRIEF INSTITUTE AND INDIANA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY DEMONSTRATES THAT MANY YOUNGER ADULT DENTAL PATIENTS ARE. view more CREDIT: REGENSTRIEF INSTITUTE INDIANAPOLIS -- A new study demonstrates that many younger adult dental patients are taking medications and highl

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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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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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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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Regenerative medicine: characterization of human bone matrix gelatin (BMG) and folded platelet-rich fibrin (F-PRF) membranes alone and in combination (sticky bone)

Dental News and Technology

Published: 01 June 2021 Cell and Tissue Banking ( 2021 ) Cite this article Abstract During the last two decades autologous platelet and leukocyte rich products (PRP; PRF), opened new perspectives in regenerative medicine. In particular regenerative dentistry played a pioneer role in the application of these products in bone regenerative cases. Many aspects of cytokines, such as, growth factor release, blood cell content and its characterization were reported, but some practical questions are sti

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Study Reveals COVID-19 Pathway From the Oral Cavity to Lungs

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Periodontal disease and poor oral hygiene may be a more accurate predictor for COVID-19 severity than other risk factors, a study has found. This research suggests mouthrinse use and simple oral hygiene practices can reduce the risk of transmission from the patient’s oral cavity to the lungs. . Led by an international team of researchers from the United States, United Kingdom, and South Africa, the study indicates the mouth and nose are central entry points for the virus.

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Ten Things A Dentist Should Never Say!

Coaches Corner

Ten Things A Dentist Should Never Say! Dr. Rich has visited hundreds if not thousands of dental practices, and in this episode he shares ten things he has actually heard many dentists say – that should NEVER be said! Then we go to the secret shopper calls with a simple question – “Do you take Delta Dental?” (All of the offices did….) This should be an easy one, but you won’t believe what happened!

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Keys to Effective Social Media for Dentists: Local Business Contests, Influencers, & Fundraisers

Best Online Marketing Companies for Dentists

In the last couple of articles in our “ Keys to Effective Social Media for Dentists ,” series, we’ve looked at the fundamentals of successful social media tips and the types of tasks you need to do on a regular basis. Now it’s time to look at the other keys to success – tasks tied to special events or particular projects. Infusing your social media marketing strategy with these tactics will help your social media presence shine, leading to what you’re really looking for – more new patients comin

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Periodontal therapy on the oral health-related quality of life of obese and non-obese individuals

Dental News and Technology

Published: 23 May 2021 Odontology ( 2021 ) Cite this article Abstract Oral diseases such as periodontitis can have a more negative influence on the quality of life of obese than in normal-weight patients. The objective of the present study was to assess the impact of one-stage full-mouth disinfection (OSFMD) therapy on the oral health-related quality of life (OHRQL) of obese and non-obese individuals with periodontitis.

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Safe and Effective Dental Care for Patients With Fragile X Syndrome

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

0%. Linked to the X chromosome, fragile X syndrome (FXS) is inherited by males who carry the premutation allele. libre de droit / iStock / Getty Images Plus. True. False. Correct! Wrong! Continue >> FXS occurs most commonly in females. bb-doll / iStock / Getty Images Plus. True. False. Correct! Wrong! Continue >> Symptoms of FXS are similar to autism spectrum disorder: hyperactivity, developmental delays, difficulty communicating, unique physical behaviors (eg, hand flapping), be

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MergingTechnology with a Personal Touch Builds Trust

Go Ask Fred

Fred interviews Dr. Amanda Canto, who has a highly successful cosmetic practice in Houston, Texas. Hear how she is a master of high-tech, high-touch dentistry, and some of the twists and turns she faced on her path to success You … Continue reading → The post MergingTechnology with a Personal Touch Builds Trust appeared first on Go Ask Fred: The Blog of Fred Joyal.

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How to Comfort Teething Babies

Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire

The teething stage is inevitable and can be a hard phase for parents to navigate. If you have a teething baby, our team at Mountain Aire Dentistry is here to give you advice on what you can do to ease the pain of your teething babies and make them more comfortable during the process. . Teething Babies . All babies are different, and that’s no different when it comes to how they begin teething.

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exocad Launches The "Creator Center" With 35 Live Webinars, Exploring DentalCAD 3.0 Galway And Its Productivity- Boosting Features

Dental News and Technology

Educational online series to inspire lab technicians and dentists DARMSTADT, Germany, June 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- exocad GmbH (exocad), an Align Technology, Inc. company and one of the leading dental CAD/CAM software manufacturers, announced the release of more than 35 educational webinars to showcase highlights and demonstrate new features of exocad's DentalCAD 3.0 Galway and other products under the new educational umbrella Creator Center. exocad's own experts will offer tips on how to get th

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COVID-19 Not Transmissible Via the Blood Supply

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

A National Institutes of Health study of blood samples from more than 250,000 donors found that very few included genetic material from the novel coronavirus, and that those materials that were discovered contained low viral levels. Published in Transfusion , the study also demonstrated that the genetic material did not posses the ability to infect recipients with SARS-CoV-2.

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Working as a hygienist or therapist

Reena Wadia

Dentistry Coronavirus global pandemic. Article in BDJ Team: COVID-19. The Coronavirus global pandemic has posed significant challenges for all members of the dental team. So, Dental hygienists and therapists are integral members of the dental team. Whilst we are uncertain on how the pandemic will affect the future of dentistry because we need to ensure that hygienists and therapists are kept at the forefront.

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Your New Porcelain Veneers Can Last and Look Great a Long Time

Coshocton Dental

Dental veneers are a popular way to improve teeth with chips, stains, gaps or other defects. They're typically made of dental porcelain, ceramic-like materials prized for their ability to mimic the texture, color and translucency of natural teeth. But dental porcelain doesn't come in one form—a dentist can utilize variations of it to better match a patient's need.

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Do You Take Your Own Advice?

Patient News

Time for your 6-month check-up? We’re halfway through the year, so it’s time for a 6-month check-up on practice performance. Is everything healthy and thriving? What’s under the tongue or along the gumline? Any spots or weaknesses? Just like a 6-month dental check-up, your business should have a good examination. It’s so easy to get into the weeds of the.

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North Carolina Oral Health Improvement Plan Announced

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has launched the North Carolina Oral Health Improvement Plan to remove barriers to care for its residents. “We all want North Carolinians to have the opportunity for oral health. That means addressing upstream drivers of health, and ensuring access to quality and affordable preventive services,” says Mark Benton, assistant secretary for Public Health in a prepared statement.

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4 Benefits of a Power Toothbrush

Modern Family Dental

A quick walk down a toothpaste aisle can reveal a plethora of electric toothbrush options. While electric toothbrushes may not be essential to brush your teeth, they can provide some important benefits that manual toothbrushes do not offer. Power Toothbrushes vs. Manual Brushing. Power toothbrushes, or electric toothbrushes, have been around for over 80 years.

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Simple and Creative Tips for Fixing Your Teeth on a Budget

Friendswood Dental Blog

It’s perfectly natural to desire to have a gorgeous and attractive smile , but if you’re more cost sensitive, it may seem like it’s beyond your grasp. It turns out that with a little creativity, there are ways to achieve a brand-new appearance. Continue reading to learn about the possibility of dental financing and other alternatives so that your dream smile can become a reality!

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Implementing guidelines to protect long-term care facilities

The Social Care Elf

COVID-19 has brought unprecedented challenges across all levels of society, but older people have undoubtedly been at the highest risk from this disease, particularly those living in long-term care facilities. As in many countries, the Chilean government has produced guidelines and regulations to encourage the prevention and control of COVID-19 outbreaks in residential and nursing [read the full story.].

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COVID-19 Deaths Plummet Except Among the Unvaccinated

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

While hundreds of Americans still die each day due to COVID-19, the overall death rate has dropped 90% since its height in January 2021. However, people who are unvaccinated remain the most vulnerable to severe morbidity and mortality due to novel coronavirus infection. Younger, unvaccinated individuals are more likely to be hospitalized due to COVID-19 compared to older adults, as more than 80% have now received at least one COVID-19 immunization.

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4 Benefits of a Power Toothbrush

Modern Family Dental

A quick walk down a toothpaste aisle can reveal a plethora of electric toothbrush options. While electric toothbrushes may not be essential to brush your teeth, they can provide some important benefits that manual toothbrushes do not offer. Power Toothbrushes vs. Manual Brushing Power toothbrushes, or electric toothbrushes, have been around for over 80 years.

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The 6 Best Dental Website Designs for Summer 2021

We Speak Dental

Summer 2021 – 6 Best Dental Website Designs. As the temperatures rise and we begin to gear up for summer, the PBHS team is ready to celebrate our client’s success! We’ve created a list that showcases the best of the best dental practice websites and highlights key features, including dynamic imaging, informative videography , and engaging content, that are sure to attract new patients.

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CDHA and Dental Industry Partner for Success

Denticle

As the focus shifts from oral health month (April) to a new membership year and a first-ever virtual conference, the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) continues to foster meaningful partnerships with dental industry. CDHA recognizes how important these partnerships are to the success of its mission: advancing the dental hygiene profession and promoting the importance of oral health to the public.

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American South May Be Poised for Steep Growth in COVID-19 Cases

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

While other regions in the United States—such as the Northeast—have reached the goal of vaccinating 70% of eligible adults with at least one dose, the American South is struggling with low COVID-19 vaccination rates. These low immunization percentages may result in a surge of COVID-19 cases just as the rest of the nation begins to take a collective sigh of relief after a year of lockdowns and quarantines.

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It’s not OK for your dental practice to use free cloud-based communication

Dental Buzz

Only paid versions of cloud-based communication software are HIPAA compliant, for one reason.

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Clinical Case: Self-adhesive Cementation of a 3-unit Zirconia Bridge

3M

The post Clinical Case: Self-adhesive Cementation of a 3-unit Zirconia Bridge appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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Henry Schein Invests in a Majority Interest in eAssist

Denticle

Recently eAssist announced they had created a buying group for client offices that was called eAssist Buying Power. The idea behind the formation of the group was to allow client doctors to pool their purchasing power together to receive reduced pricing. One of the advantages corporate dental practices have is their purchasing power. When you call a supplier and need something for 100 offices, the price will be different than if you want to order the same product for ONE office.

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