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I’ve Received an SEO Audit. Now What?

Identity Dental

Many desperate salespeople like to offer “free” audits to their prospective clients. It’s a way for them to establish themselves as an authority without having to look at the actual rankings and performance of a campaign. Why is this “free” audit problematic? 1. Its motive is to create fear/doubt in your current strategy so that […].

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The Link Between Periodontal Disease and Heart Failure

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Tom Viola, RPh. A new study has given dental professionals yet another reason to talk to their patients about the importance of maintaining their oral health in order to maintain and even improve their overall health. This study was released at the start of July in one of the Journals of the American College of Cardiology and discusses the impact of periodontal disease, commonly known as gum disease, on heart failure.

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SmartMouth Introduces Activated Mouthwash Formulated for Kids

Dental News and Technology

SmartMouth Kids eliminates and prevents bad breath for 24 hours with just two rinses a day and features a kid-friendly grape flavor to encourage good hygiene and promote oral health among children ST. LOUIS , Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SmartMouth – a leading provider of innovative oral-care products – continues to expand its product line with the introduction of SmartMouth Kids – the only kids' mouthwash scientifically proven to eliminate and prevent bad breath for 24 hours with just two rinse

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Is Your Dental Content Marketing Failing? This Could be the Reason

Oral Health Group

One of the first things that a content marketer will want to know is your target audience. If your answer is “everyone,” you will likely have a problem. Why marketing to everyone means marketing to no one Amazon did not … The post Is Your Dental Content Marketing Failing? This Could be the Reason appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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CDC Eliminates the Quarantine-at-Home Guideline for Those Exposed to COVID-19

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

On August 11, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that it no longer recommends individuals quarantine at home following exposure to the novel coronavirus, regardless of vaccination status. As COVID-19 has become ubiquitous across the US, stringent guidelines implemented to stop its spread—such as social distancing and mask wearing—are being eased.

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Scalloped Tongue, What Does it Mean?

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Jeffrey W. Horowitz, DMD, FAGD, D-ABDSM, D-ASBA. A scalloped tongue is characterized by wavy or rippled edges along its sides. Scalloped tongues are usually not a cause of concern, but if left untreated, they can cause additional complications and symptoms that can harm your dental health. Identifying bad oral habits and diagnosing certain medical conditions may also be made easier by a scalloped tongue.

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uAssist™ aligner planning assistance service available for orthodontists

Dental News and Technology

MEMPHIS, Tenn. , Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- uLab Systems™ , the creator of the uSmile ™ clear aligner system and the uDesign ® treatment planning software, announces the availability of the uAssist™ concierge treatment planning assistance service 1 for orthodontists. Licensed orthodontists and dentists assist with aligner case treatment plans, in less than 3-business days. uLab developed the uAssist treatment plan assistance service because each orthodontist has their own unique workflow and u

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Fluoride Remains Key Component of Oral Hygiene Regimens

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

While fluoride has taken a hit over the past several years, particularly among individuals desiring a more holistic approach to medical and dental care, it still remains widely used in daily oral health regimens. The recently released 2022 State of America’s Oral Health and Wellness Report, a poll of more than 2,000 Americans conducted by Delta Dental, found that one out of two respondents use fluoride products, and 79% of the parents polled noted fluoride as very important to maintaining

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The Link Between Periodontal Disease and Heart Failure

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Tom Viola, RPh. A new study has given dental professionals yet another reason to talk to their patients about the importance of maintaining their oral health in order to maintain and even improve their overall health. This study was released at the start of July in one of the Journals of the American College of Cardiology and discusses the impact of periodontal disease, commonly known as gum disease, on heart failure.

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AI Upgrades to Owandy’s QuickVision 3D Software Now Guide The Placement of More Than 100 Dental Implant Brands

Dental News and Technology

Roslyn, NY – August 9 , 20 2 2 – Owandy Radiology Inc., a global leader in the manufacture of dental radiology hardware and imaging software , recently upgraded the capabilities of its comprehensive QuickVision 3D I mplant P lanning Software to include sophisticated A rtificial I ntelligence (AI) functions and the expansion of its substantial dental implant library.

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Are These Five Numbers Making Dentists Nervous?

Coaches Corner

According to industry publication “Becker’s Dental Review,” these five numbers are making dentists nervous. My comments are in blue. 1. Eleven. 11 percent of dentists plan to retire in the next two years. If you’re in the eleven percent, NOW is the time to get your practice in order and show some growth. If you don’t, you’ll be screwed when it’s time to sell.

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Chain of Dental Clinics to Pay Patients $2 Million

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

ImmediaDent of Indiana, a group of dental clinics located throughout Indiana, will pay $2 million to patients who paid for services they never received in an agreement brokered by the state’s Attorney General Todd Rokita. The chain of clinics abruptly shut down in March 2020, leaving more than 22,000 patients who had already paid for future treatments out in the cold.

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What Is the 1-Star Review Scam?

Rosemont Review

It’s no secret that patient reviews can have a big impact on your practice’s success. Patients seeking the services you provide are likely to read through your reviews before deciding if they want to schedule an appointment — if you have an abundance of positive reviews, they may be more encouraged to contact your practice, but they could also be dissuaded by certain negative reviews.

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Evaluation of maxillary sinusitis from panoramic radiographs and cone-beam computed tomographic images using a convolutional neural network

Dental News and Technology

Imaging Sci Dent. 2022 Jun;52(2):187-195. doi: 10.5624/isd.20210263. Epub 2022 Mar 15. Abstract Purpose: This study developed a convolutional neural network (CNN) model to diagnose maxillary sinusitis on panoramic radiographs (PRs) and cone-beam computed tomographic (CBCT) images and evaluated its performance. Materials and methods: A CNN model, which is an artificial intelligence method, was utilized.

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FORBES: Dr. Kami Hoss: Gingivitis: Causes And Treatment in 2.

The Super Dentists

Gingivitis: Causes And Treatment READ ON FORBES: [link] Donna Christiano Campisano Plaque often leads to gingivitis, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine, especially where the gum and tooth meet. Your mouth. Read More. The post FORBES: Dr. Kami Hoss: Gingivitis: Causes And Treatment in 2. appeared first on The Super Dentists.

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Dental Students and Older Adults Connect in Innovative Program

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Through an innovative program at the University of Colorado (CU) Anschutz Medical Campus, students from the Schools of Dental Medicine, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nursing, and Medicine are paired with older adults in the community to combat the social isolation that has been prevalent during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Connecting Older Adults and Students Through Interprofessional Telecare (COAST-IT) program connects students with older adults—many with chronic health issues—for weekly

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FAQs About Seller’s Discretionary Earnings (SDE)

The Big Brush

As you begin preparing for your retirement from the dentistry , you have a lot to consider, including what to do with your practice.

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5 Reasons Your Teeth are Sensitive and What You Can Do About It

Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire

If you’ve ever experienced a sudden, sharp pain when you drink or eat something cold or hot, then you know what it feels like to have sensitive teeth. While sensitive teeth can be frustrating and embarrassing, there are things that you can do to help manage the pain. In this blog post, we will discuss five of the most common reasons why your teeth are sensitive – and how you can treat them!

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Adult dental anxiety – management strategies

The Dental Elf

This review of current management strategies for adult patients with dental anxiety in the dental clinic included 54 studies. Most of the psychotherapeutic behavioural strategies provided some benefits but there was limited supporting evidence for some approaches. Pharmocological approaches were not included. The post Adult dental anxiety – management strategies appeared first on National Elf Service.

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The Choco-Taco and Influencing Your Patients!

Coaches Corner

What do the Choco Taco and getting your patients to refer and schedule their treatment have to do with one another? Lots! In this episode of The Dental Practice Fixers dental podcast for dentists, we explore why Dr. Robert Cialdini’s “Principles of Influence” are so important in your practice. Then the mystery shopper calls take a weird turn as a dentist actually answers the phone!

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Massachusetts Medical School Launches 100 Million Mouths Campaign

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

The University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School in Worcester has initiated the 100 Million Mouths: Creating Primary Care Champions for Equitable Oral Health Campaign to further the integration of medicine and dentistry. The program will teach medical professionals about prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of oral diseases with the goal of merging oral health education into primary medical curricula.

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How Frequently Should I See A Dentist In Blackburn

Healthy Smiles

We are all aware of how crucial it is to visit the dentist in Blackburn. But how frequently should you actually go? Most people say you should see the dentist once every six months. According to studies, those who are in good health can visit the dentist once a year, while those who have dental problems should go every three to four months. Here are some recommendations to help you determine how frequently you should have your teeth examined.

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Deep caries management for immature permanent teeth

The Dental Elf

This review of techniques and materials used for the management of deep caries in immature permanent teeth included 12 RCT papers. The findings suggest high success rates for pulpotomy, but only a small number of papers were available for other techniques. The post Deep caries management for immature permanent teeth appeared first on National Elf Service.

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AI Upgrades to Owandy’s QuickVision 3D Software Now Guide The Placement of More Than 100 Dental Implant Brands

Denticle

Owandy Radiology Inc., a global leader in the manufacture of dental radiology hardware and imaging software, recently upgraded the capabilities of its comprehensive QuickVision 3D Implant Planning Software to include sophisticated Artificial Intelligence (AI) functions and the expansion of its substantial dental implant library. QuickVision 3D: Now Powered by AI According Owandy company spokesperson, Boris Loyez, “We’ve implemented new features into QuickVision 3D software with the help of our i

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5 tips for applying to dental school as a foreign-trained dentist

ASDA Blog

“Congratulations on your acceptance to our dental program.”. No, I was not dreaming! In that one moment, all those tears and sleepless nights, hours of prepping plastic teeth, days of interview preparation and hundreds of dollars spent on applications and travel felt worth it. This is the one email every experienced dentist seeking to practice in the U.S. yearns to see in their inbox.

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New York Finds Polio Virus in its Wastewater

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

During the last week of July, the first case of polio in more than 9 years was diagnosed in Rockland County, New York. The individual was not vaccinated against the transmissible virus. Now, the New York Department of Health announced that the polio virus has been found in the wastewater of two separate counties—Rockland and Orange—signaling that possibly hundreds could be infected.

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Chronic ulcerative stomatitis: Clinical and immunological features

The Dental Elf

In this blog Iris Vaid looks at a review of chronic ulcerative stomatitis (CUS) a rare mucous membrane condition that presents clinically as non-specific ulcerated or erosive lesions. The review included 81 cases reported in 25 papers. The post Chronic ulcerative stomatitis: Clinical and immunological features appeared first on National Elf Service.

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5 Recruiting Tips for Your Dental Practice

The Big Brush

Actively recruiting for open positions at your dental practice is a great way to bring in qualified applicants who are also a good fit for your practice’s goals. To find those people, you need to recruit the right way, in the right places.

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DEXIS Imaging Launches DEXIS Days Month-Long Series of No-Cost Virtual Educational Events

Denticle

DEXIS Days are coming! I'm honored to be included as part of an All Star group of professionals that will be providing educational events throughout September. Here are all the details you need to be part of it! Leading innovator of dental imaging technologies, sensors, and Cone Beam CT systems, DEXIS Solutions announces the launch of DEXIS Days, slated for the month of September 2022.

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Mobile Dentistry Comes to the Workplace

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

A retrofitted van visiting schools and public health events in areas with limited access to professional dental care is what typically comes to mind when mobile dentistry is mentioned. However, Jet Dental is redefining what mobile dentistry can offer by bringing the dental office to the workplace. Designed to eliminate the time needed to drive to dental practices and wait for services, Jet Dental sets up pop-up dental clinics in unused conference rooms or empty offices to serve employees during

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Five Reasons Why You Should Warm Your Composite

3M

The post Five Reasons Why You Should Warm Your Composite appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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Denticle - Untitled Article

Denticle

For those of you who don't know, Dentsply Sirona has been under investigation for some shady accounting practices that were pulled off by executives that have since been terminated. Be that as it may, the company is having to dig out from under these dark business clouds. In the long run, the company is going to be fine, but this kind of news is not something you expect from the largest dental manufacturer in the world.

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LightForce Welcomes Roger George to Company Board

Denticle

Former Invisalign Exec Joins LightForce to Help Drive the Second-Wave of Orthodontic Digitization LightForce, makers of the world’s only fully customizable 3D printed braces system, announced today that industry veteran, Roger George, has been appointed to the company’s Board of Directors. Mr. George served as Senior Vice President of Global Legal and Regulatory Affairs at Align Technology, helping that company scale during a pivotal time in their growth.

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How long does your varnish application last?

3M

The post How long does your varnish application last? appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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What was the precursor of toothpaste?

3M

The post What was the precursor of toothpaste? appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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The Right Interval for the Reevaluation Appointment

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

SUBSCRIBE TO THE PERIO UPDATE NEWSLETTER HERE. As dental hygienists are well aware, successful treatment of periodontal diseases is influenced by many factors. Ensuring the appropriate recare interval is one of the keys to the long-term management of this group of oral diseases. And the evaluation appointment is critical. This Perio Update investigates the considerations for determining just the right timing for the all-important reevaluation appointment to support the best possible patient outc