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Four Local SEO Tips Your Dental Practice Needs to Implement Now

Oral Health Group

Interested in contributing to Oral Health Group’s blog? Email marley@newcom.ca for more information! The post Four Local SEO Tips Your Dental Practice Needs to Implement Now appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Pediatric Dentistry Start-Up | Cuivre Creek

Dentistry Gone Digital

I knew for years that my ultimate professional goal was to start my own pediatric dental office. I wanted to have that autonomy and be in control of my career so that I could deliver my dentistry in the way that I thought was superior. I briefly associated for another office for eight months after residency, and then COVID hit and I was laid off. The pandemic ended up being a blessing in disguise, for I suddenly had countless hours isolated at home where I could begin working on my dream practic

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New Logo for The EMpower Group

Clicc Media

A Small Fish in a Huge Pond, Looking to Empower Founder of The EMPower Group, Eileen Matos, was referred to our team by a previous client, Ginky Torres, whom we created a law firm logo for a few years back! She came with us with a vision for her new real estate business. She is […]. The post New Logo for The EMpower Group appeared first on Clicc Media Inc.

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Efficacy of adding dexmedetomidine to lidocaine to enhance inferior alveolar nerve block in patients with asymptomatic irreversible pulpitis: double-blind randomized clinical trial

Dental News and Technology

Vahedi, Z., Moshari, A. & Moshari, M. Efficacy of adding dexmedetomidine to lidocaine to enhance inferior alveolar nerve block in patients with asymptomatic irreversible pulpitis: double-blind randomized clinical trial. Clin Oral Invest (2022). [link] Abstract Objectives This randomized, double-blind study was to determine whether dexmedetomidine (DEX) helped to improve the inferior alveolar nerve block’s (IANB) success in patients with asymptomatic irreversible pulpitis (AIP).

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8 Qualities of the Great Dental Websites

Oral Health Group

A website reflects the level of service that a business can provide to its clients. A website serves as a business card, a shop, and the credentials for a firm reputation. A great dentist website covers a wide range of … The post 8 Qualities of the Great Dental Websites appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Decrease in Tuberculosis Is Silver Lining of Global Pandemic

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

On March 24—World Tuberculosis (TB) Day—the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released new data on the status of TB across the world. And the news is good. While the global pandemic wreaked havoc in even the most remote of places, it did bring a significant reduction in TB rates. Each year, the number of TB cases decreases between 1% and 2%; however, in 2020, new diagnoses of TB fell 20%.

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Indian Dentist in Melbourne Winner of 32nd Annual Ethnic Business Awards

Healthy Smiles

A failed career in India failed to stop Dr. Ved Berani from achieving his dreams. This is because all he dreamt of was to reach the greatest height of success in life. Dr. Ved Berani- is a leading name in the Dentistry industry of Melbourne-Australia, specialising in Sleep dentistry and Sedation Dentistry. Together with his wife, Mrs. Priyanka Sethi Berani, Dr.

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How Modern Technology Has Changed Your Dentist Office

Oral Health Group

Times have changed and dental clinics have too. Long gone are the days when a dental office was equipped with giant needles, foot-powered dental drills and disappointing results with increased pain and discomfort for patients. Now modern technology has changed … The post How Modern Technology Has Changed Your Dentist Office appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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The three levels of preventive dental care

Off the Cusp

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Read Time: 4 Minute, 9 Second. All healthcare, including dental care, requires individualized prevention and treatment strategies. A one-size-fits-all approach won’t address the unique health condition each patient presents with when they walk into your practice. Instead, careful risk assessment can help you and your team design a specific plan of care ideal for individual patients.

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Same Day Crowns with CEREC

Gilreath Dental

Considered a breakthrough innovation in dentistry, CEREC technology allows dentists to build a custom-fit crown in ONE single visit. Gone are the days of wearing uncomfortable temporary crowns or making multiple trips to your dentist to restore a damaged tooth. After one appointment, you can leave the office with a beautiful, top-quality restoration that considers… The post Same Day Crowns with CEREC appeared first on Gilreath Family Dentistry.

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Does the use of preheated restorative resin composite as a luting agent influence the adaptation of fixed dental prostheses? A systematic review

Dental News and Technology

Published: March 14, 2022 DOI: [link] Abstract Statement of problem Although studies have explored the physical and mechanical properties of different composite resins with the preheating technique, evidence that the use of preheated restorative composite resin as a luting agent influences the adaptation of fixed dental prostheses is lacking. Purpose The purpose of this systematic review was to answer the question: Does the use of preheated restorative composite resin as a luting agent influence

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Happy World Oral Health Day!

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Each year on March 20, the FDI World Health Federation advocates for better oral health for all people around the globe with World Oral Health Day. The 3-year theme—launched in 2021—is “Be Proud of Your Mouth.” Its focus is to encourage people to take care of their oral health as part of maintaining personal happiness and well-being. FDI hopes to encourage individuals to make oral health a priority, motivate schools and youth groups to deliver learning activities about oral health, support oral

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How Can My Vacaville Dentist Help with My Bad Breath?

Vacaville Dental Professionals

Are you looking for a Vacaville dentist that can help with your halitosis (bad breath)? Having bad breath can be humiliating. Everyone gets bad breath from time to time, but chronic halitosis can affect everything from your private life to your professional one. For those struggling with halitosis in Vacaville, reach out to our dental team. What Causes Bad Breath?

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Transform Your Practice With Dental Payment Requests By Text

YapiApp

Here are three solid ideas to make your billing more efficient in your practice with dental payment requests via text. This article was authored by Dr. Gina Dorfman, a practicing dentist and the Co-founder and CEO of YAPI Inc. Every dentist’s career has been upended—for better or worse—by the pandemic. What was once a relatively predictable dental practice workflow has become a race to transform our daily operations.

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Artificial intelligence models for diagnosing gingivitis and periodontal disease: A systematic review

Dental News and Technology

Published: March 14, 2022 DOI: [link] Abstract Statement of problem Artificial intelligence (AI) models have been developed for periodontal applications, including diagnosing gingivitis and periodontal disease, but their accuracy and maturity of the technology remain unclear. Purpose The purpose of this systematic review was to evaluate the performance of the AI models for detecting dental plaque and diagnosing gingivitis and periodontal disease.

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Research Shows Value of Oral Health Professionals in HPV Education

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Research presented at the American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research Meeting and Exhibit on March 24 demonstrates that parents (60%) support the role of oral health professionals in educating them about the human papillomavirus (HPV) and the vaccine used to prevent infection. The study includes 300 parents residing in rural Virginia.

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Implant-supported overdentures and fixed prostheses in edentulous mandibles

The Dental Elf

This review comparing patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) and clinical outcomes associated with implant-supported overdentures and fixed prostheses in edentulous mandibles included 10 small studies. While the findings suggest better PROMS with fixed prosthesis the available evidence is limited in quality and quantity. The post Implant-supported overdentures and fixed prostheses in edentulous mandibles appeared first on National Elf Service.

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When Is the Best Time to Send Email Blasts?

Rosemont Review

Many of us are bombarded by numerous emails every day, and the fuller our inbox gets, the less likely we are to read messages in their entirety — let alone open certain emails at all. This is why when it comes to planning your own email marketing campaigns, timing is one of the most important elements to consider. You can put the greatest minds and resources into creating email blasts, but without the right timing, your message may not reach people at all.

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Tricalcium silicate cement sealers: Do the potential benefits of bioactivity justify the drawbacks?

Dental News and Technology

J Am Dent Assoc. 2022 Mar 5;S0002-8177(22)00026-5. doi: 10.1016/j.adaj.2022.01.004. Online ahead of print. Abstract Background: Grossman described the ideal properties of root canal sealers. The International Organization for Standardization and American National Standards Institute and American Dental Association have codified some of his requirements in ISO 6876 and ANSI/ADA 57, respectively.

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Data on Patient Use of Restorative Therapy Are Released

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

The American Dental Association Health Policy Institute (ADA HPI) recently published a data brief on trends in restorative care. The article, “Demand for Restorative Dental Care Varies by Patient Age,” investigates when restorative therapy is most utilized throughout a patient’s lifespan. Culled from patient records spanning from 2005 to 2017, authors found that restorative care is most frequently indicated among those ages 11 to 12 and 50 to 52.

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Cyanoacrylate tissue adhesive in postoperative palatal pain management

The Dental Elf

This review assessing the effect of cyanoacrylate tissue adhesive (CTA) in the management of palatal wound healing and post-operative pain after epithelialised gingival graft harvesting included just 4 small RCTs. While the findings suggest a potential benefit with CTA both the quantity and quality of the available evidence is very limited. The post Cyanoacrylate tissue adhesive in postoperative palatal pain management appeared first on National Elf Service.

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Tooth Sensitivity Treatments in Blackburn

Healthy Smiles

Do you have to stay away from your favourite cup of hot coffee or ice cream due to sensitivity? Is it a painful experience trying to have them? Does it make you feel awkward in front of your friends and family? Did you answer YES? Then you must have tooth sensitivity. Dental or tooth hypersensitivity is known as a condition where you experience sharp shooting pain in your tooth if you attempt to drink or eat anything cold or hot, sour or sweet.

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5 Tips To Avoid A Root Canal

Phoenix Endodontist

Although advancements in technology and microsurgical techniques have made root canals more comfortable and less stressful, the procedure still requires significant investment of time, money, and care. Root canals aren’t inevitable, though – you can reduce your risk of needing one with targeted, proactive self-care. The tips below can help you prevent a root canal.

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Ohio Addresses Access-to-Care Problems With Loan Repayment Program

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

The State of Ohio wants to improve access to professional oral healthcare for its most vulnerable citizens by offering a loan repayment program for dentists and dental hygienists. Open to practicing clinicians with student loan debt in addition to dental and dental hygiene students, participants must commit to working in dental settings that serve patients covered by Medicaid, provide dental care to patients regardless of their ability to pay, and are located in a dental health professional shor

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Social isolation and oral health

The Dental Elf

In this blog Carly Ross takes a look at a review assessing the association between social isolation and oral health in adults. The findings suggested not stron association however, only 4 studies were included and these were of limited quality. The post Social isolation and oral health appeared first on National Elf Service.

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Why Head and Neck Exams Are Important to Find Oral Cancer

Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire

When you go to the dentist, one of the most important things they will do is a head and neck exam. This is a vital part of your dental care as it checks for oral cancer. In this blog post, we will discuss what a head and neck exam at the dentist entails, and why it is so important! What is a Head and Neck Exam? During a head and neck exam, your dentist will look for any signs of oral cancer.

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Is Milk Important for Kids Teeth?

Polkadot Dental

Alright, so let’s talk a bit more about how your baby’s choice of foods and drinks affects their dental health. Remember, we just want to ensure your child has the best dental health possible and guide you through the hurdles of parenting, or at least everything that’s related to helping your kid to have the smiles they deserve. Everything we do here at Polkadot Pediatric Dentistry aims to help children maintain good oral health.

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Using AI in dental technology: WebCeph

ASDA Blog

The technology we use in the dental field is evolving and changing every day. One such technology is WebCeph, an online-based orthodontic diagnostic platform for dental clinicians. It was founded by Dr. Yehyun Kim in October 2019, after he started to think about the potential of digital and cloud technology and the use of artificial intelligence for an innovation in dentistry.

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Oral Health Improves in the US Over the Past 14 Years

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

After launching a targeted campaign to improve the oral health of all Americans 14 years ago in response to the death of a 12-year-old boy, Deamonte Driver, caused by an untreated tooth infection, Pew Charitable Trusts notes that significant gains have been made. The organization, in collaboration with a variety of public health and advocacy groups, suggests the following initiatives have expanded access to professional dental care for vulnerable populations—ultimately, improving the nation’s or

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Clinical Case: Upgrade! From a provisional to a permanent restoration.

3M

The post Clinical Case: Upgrade! From a provisional to a permanent restoration. appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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CDC DentalCheck Mobile APP

Denticle

This is interesting and I'm glad to see my tax dollars at work in this manner. The CDC has released an APP that "Dental health care personnel can use the mobile application, CDC DentalCheck, to periodically assess practices in their facility and ensure they are meeting the minimum expectations for safe care." The app is free to download for both Adroid via Google Play store and Apple via the App Store.

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Those With Sleep Bruxism at Greater Risk of TMJ Disorders

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

A study out of Vienna, Austria, has found that people with sleep bruxism and specific tooth anatomy are more likely to face temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. Published in the Journal of Advanced Research , results showed that the inclination and the location of wear facets, caused by bruxism, directly correlated to the intensity of the mechanical load on the TMJ.

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MicroCare to Present New ProEZ Gel™ at AORN Expo Booth #9017

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

MicroCare, LLC, following its recent acquisition of Certol International, a fast-growing and leading global manufacturer of instrument cleaning and infection prevention solutions, will present an expanded range of products at the AORN Global Surgical Conference & Expo 2022, New Orleans, Louisiana from March 19-23 2022. The MicroCare team of experts will be on hand to present its entire medical platform of products along with the new patent pending ProEZ Gel™.

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What is the name of the fluid in the dentinal tubules?

3M

The post What is the name of the fluid in the dentinal tubules? appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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The TeleDent™ Teledentistry Platform by MouthWatch Now Integrates with Henry Schein’s Dentrix G6 and G7 Practice Management Software

Denticle

The healthcare industry has been on a steady progression toward tele-health for a few years now. Covid-19 pushed it more to the forefront of discussions due to its lack of direct contact between provider and patient. Now as both patients and providers become more adjusted and accepting of the concept, the dental industry is seeing more and more companies supporting the idea.

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Possible Link Between COVID-19 Severity and Periodontal Health

Denticle

The mouth is connected to the rest of the body. While that probably seems a bit silly to read, sometimes people miss that fact. Dentistry, being a separate profession from medicine sometimes leads to confusion in that arena. However, things in the body can definitely affect the mouth while diseases of the mouth can most certainly cause problems in the rest of the body.

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Jarvis Analytics is Now Available for Private Practices & My Test Drive is Starting Soon

Denticle

Understanding the numbers of a practice is absolutely critical. People go into healthcare so that they can help their fellow human beings, not because they are fascinated by the math. However, the numbers are critical to running a successful business and if you are not turning profit, you don't stay in business very long. Dental practice management systems have greatly changed how a practice functions, unfortunately though those systems don't really have a heavy business focus.