Dental News and Technology
JUNE 6, 2023
Balanced Pharma Expands Patent Portfolio, Fills Need for Less Painful, Fast-Acting, More Reliable Dental Injections CORNELIUS, N.C. , May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The United States Patent & Trademark Office has granted Balanced Pharma, Inc. (BPI) a second patent for its cartridge technology, which enables the long-sought ability to deliver acid-free local anesthetics in a standard dental cartridge.
Rosemont Review
JUNE 6, 2023
As a medical professional, you probably already know social media is a great way to get your name out there and connect with prospective patients. Even if you’re not interested in becoming an “influencer,” per say, using sites like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to post about your practice can go a long way in building trust. As you share content like before-and-after photos, patient testimonials, and educational posts, however, it’s vital that you remember one thing: respecting patient privac
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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
JUNE 3, 2023
The California Dental Association (CDA) is alerting its members that recording conversations between clinicians and patients in dental settings is fraught with risk. The CDA notes that such recordings may violate the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, result in the inability to control who conversations are shared with, and the development of legal problems regarding consent.
Dentistry Today
JUNE 6, 2023
Ultradent Products, Inc., a leading developer and manufacturer of high-tech dental materials, is introducing Jiffy Spin disks, the latest innovative product in its restorative dentistry line-up. This new shaping and finishing disk system offers dental professionals a rapid and efficient solution for high-quality restorations. Jiffy Spin disks feature precise, ultra-thin disks designed for interproximal finishing and shaping.
Queen of Dental Hygiene
JUNE 6, 2023
Belly Breathing is Proper Breathing Today’s post is an interactive one. Place one hand on your chest, and the other on your belly. Close your eyes and breathe. Which hand moves? The one on your chest or the one on your belly? Are your shoulders rising up as you breathe? Are you trying to hold in your gut? (And of course, you are using your nose ???
Dental News and Technology
JUNE 9, 2023
Int J Mol Med. 2023 Jul;52(1):60. doi: 10.3892/ijmm.2023.5263. Epub 2023 Jun 2. Abstract Apical periodontitis is an oral common inflammatory disease initiated by infection of pulp chamber and is characterized by destruction and resorption of the periapical bone. As a local infection, pathogens and their products in periapical tissues, as well as inflammatory cytokines produced in periapical lesions, enter the blood circulation, triggering systemic immune responses and leading to the pathogenesis
Dentistry Gone Digital
JUNE 6, 2023
By: Savannah Craig Dentistry is a great career because there are so many ways to practice. There are dentists who focus on esthetics, some who prefer surgery, and others who are successful by sticking to fillings and crowns. Some offices are open long hours and weekends, other dentists only work 2 days a week. The variety of practice models can feel overwhelming for dentists seeking associate positions , but it also means that there are multiple ways to be successful in this profession.
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Queen of Dental Hygiene
JUNE 9, 2023
We Can Defeat Dementia This month I challenged myself to write a short “pearl of dental wisdom” article every day. So far, I have been posting about the airway, proper breathing, and myofunctional disorders. Today’s (not-so-short post) “nugget of news you can use” is about the connection between airway issues, brain health, and its link to the oral cavity (I.E. your mouth).
Dental News and Technology
JUNE 8, 2023
(Charlotte, NC, June 8, 2023) – When kids have healthy smiles, they have a better chance of reaching their potential. Unfortunately, millions of kids across the United States lack access to a dental care provider, resulting in higher rates of untreated tooth decay and risk of dangerous infections. America’s ToothFairy improves the lives of these children by providing essential resources that help nonprofit dental organizations serve more kids each year.
Dentistry Gone Digital
JUNE 6, 2023
By: Dr. Bri Torgerson Last month, I introduced my untraditional path into Dentistry with you and this month I want to chat about prepping for dental school as far as: What major should you have? What extracurricular activities should you include in your application? When should you apply? When should you take the DAT (Dental Admission Test)? I remember being so confused.
Dentistry Today
JUNE 7, 2023
Babylon Dental Care is happy to welcome Dr. Azin Tarifard to the practice as their new pediatric dentist. Dr. Azin, as she’s affectionately known to her patients, is certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and has over a decade of experience treating children, including those who are neurodivergent or have disabilities. Dr. Azin Tarifard and her husband “We’re so excited to welcome Dr.
Queen of Dental Hygiene
JUNE 8, 2023
instock – 1 The theme so far has been nasal airway and better breathing. Now we dive deeper into noisy breathing – the dreaded snore. We all laugh when we hear someone snoring and rattling the shuttlers. We think it’s cute when baby snores a little. They call it a flutter. What if I told you they were actually choking from the inside?
Dental News and Technology
JUNE 8, 2023
Announcing New Fall 2023 Continuing Education Lecture s and Hands-on Workshop s Cosmedent’s Center for Esthetic Excellence, (CEE) has scheduled a lecture and hands-on workshop, entitled, “ Composite Bonding for Smile Makeovers : Designed for Accreditation Case Type 5 , ” presented by Dr. Corky Willhite, on October 5 - 7 , 2023 , Thursday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., and Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 3 :00 p.m.
Oral Health Group
JUNE 5, 2023
Congratulations! You have stepped into the world of the great CEOs and committed to delegating some tasks to your manager (see last months blog)! Now. more The post Creating YOUR Delegation System appeared first on Oral Health Group.
Dentistry Today
JUNE 6, 2023
America’s ToothFairy, a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing access to oral health care for children in underserved communities, is pleased to announce the addition of Cherie Le Penske to their esteemed board of directors. Le Penske is the founder and CEO of Armor Dental, a dental manufacturer of a proprietary line of soft retraction and non-reflective instruments for dental and medical procedures.
Queen of Dental Hygiene
JUNE 5, 2023
Healthy Breathing is Nasal Breathing So much nasal breathing information! Even I learn as I put together these articles for you. Breathing properly is nasal breathing and the best-kept secret, unfortunately. But if you have been following my posts lately you now understand the critical importance of using your nose. (Your mouth is your emergency breathing hatch in case your nose gets smashed.
Dental News and Technology
JUNE 8, 2023
Published: 03 June 2023 Clinical Oral Investigations ( 2023 ) Cite this article Abstract Objectives To examine factors influencing the primary stability of dental implants when stabilized in over-sized osteotomies using a calcium phosphate-based adhesive cement was the objective. Methods Using implant removal torque measurements as a surrogate for primary stability, we examined the influence of implant design features (diameter, surface area, and thread design), along with cement gap size and cu
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
JUNE 9, 2023
The bacterial species Streptococcus mutans has long been identified as the main culprit in the development of dental caries. However, researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and the Adams School of Dentistry and Gillings School of Global Public Health at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have discovered that Selenomonas sputigena also significantly increases the risk of tooth decay.
Dentistry Today
JUNE 8, 2023
DDS Marketing , a cutting-edge dental marketing company founded by Amir Moghaddam and Ardi Safi, has made headlines for their innovative use of AI technology in optimizing dental marketing campaigns. By utilizing AI-powered algorithms, the company has revolutionized the way dental practices advertise on platforms such as Google Ads and Facebook Ads.
Queen of Dental Hygiene
JUNE 4, 2023
The Nose In first grade my teacher would put poems on the black board and we always had to copy them down. The one I remember to this day: My Nose It doesn’t breathe. It doesn’t smell. It doesn’t feel so very well. I am disgusted with my nose, the only thing it does is blows. If only I knew then what I know now ! Nasal hygiene may be more important than oral hygiene!
Dental News and Technology
JUNE 6, 2023
Dental Industry Leader and Advocate for Individuals With IDD, Cherie Le Penske Joins the Esteemed Board of Directors of America’s ToothFairy (Charlotte, NC, June 6, 2023) – America’s ToothFairy, a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing access to oral health care for children in underserved communities, is pleased to announce the addition of Cherie Le Penske to their esteemed Board of Directors.
YapiApp
JUNE 8, 2023
Dental practices must comply with specific regulations regarding their operations, handling of patient records, and maintaining sensitive data. When transitioning to a paperless dental office, you must comply with all applicable data privacy laws. In addition, you must look at laws like Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) , employment laws, and other international privacy laws like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Dentistry Today
JUNE 7, 2023
Data from Fluent was utilized in a new report from the American Dental Association’s Health Policy Institute (HPI), “The Evolving Dental Practice Model.” The report, released by HPI’s chief economist, Marko Vujicic , is a comprehensive look at practice modalities and how they have changed, as well as insights into dentist/DSO affiliation.
Queen of Dental Hygiene
JUNE 7, 2023
I just want to close those sweet little lips. Baby brains grow at one percent a day for the first three month s of life. Their brains NEED uninterrupted periods of oxygen-rich sleep to rest and regenerate. Sleep breathing disorders in infants/children increase their risks of hyperactivity, ADHD, tiredness, poor concentration, and brain cell death … Even stopping breathing once an hour can cause brain cell death.
Dental News and Technology
JUNE 5, 2023
International Dental Journal Available online 26 April 2023 Abstract Objectives Gingivitis is one of the most prevalent plaque-initiated dental diseases globally. It is challenging to maintain satisfactory plaque control without continuous professional advice. Artificial intelligence may be used to provide automated visual plaque control advice based on intraoral photographs.
Implantation Dental Center
JUNE 3, 2023
Dental implants are generally considered safe and have a high success rate. However, like any surgical procedure, there can be potential complications or side effects. While it is rare, dental implants can cause sinus problems or headaches in some cases, although the occurrences are typically minimal. Can dental implants cause sinus problems or headaches?
Dentistry Today
JUNE 6, 2023
The Ivoclar Group, headquartered in Liechtenstein, will extend its corporate management team by appointing Alexandra H. Machnik as chief digital officer. She will drive digital transformation at the family-rooted and internationally active company with her specialist knowledge and expertise in these times of change. Contributing her expertise, Alexandra H.
The Dental Elf
JUNE 4, 2023
This Cochrane review update evaluating different retention strategies used to stabilise tooth position after orthodontic braces included 47 RCTs. However, only 11 RCTs were at low risk of bias and the overall assessment of the certainty of the evidence is low to very low which means that firm recommendations on orthodontic retention strategies cannot be made.
3M
JUNE 4, 2023
The post Beware of Budget Lights! appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.
My Social Practice
JUNE 9, 2023
How Dental Office AI Art is Changing Office Decor Artificial intelligence capabilities are exploding and dental marketing companies with a pulse on what’s happening are adapting content creation strategies on the fly. We recently published an article about dental office designs inspired by famous artists. For that post we used a text to image software called Midjourney to come up with the designs.
Dentistry Today
JUNE 7, 2023
Torch Dental , a leading platform for dental supply procurement ordering and spend management, and the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM), the leading organization dedicated to advancing dental sleep medicine , are thrilled to announce that they are partnering to offer exclusive benefits to AADSM members. This represents a significant milestone as both organizations combine their expertise to drive innovation, education, and practice management solutions for dental practices.
The Dental Elf
JUNE 6, 2023
This review and network meta-analysis of seven treatments for white spot lesions (WSLs) included 36 clinical RCTs published since 2007. The findings suggest that self-assembling peptide P11-4 and resin infiltration had a positive effect on WSLs but the findings should be interpreted cautiously. The post White spot lesions – treatment options appeared first on National Elf Service.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
JUNE 8, 2023
Saveetha Dental College in Chennai, India, has a reputation for publishing large numbers of scientific papers. All dental students are required to write a 1,500-page treatise on research they have completed. Once the manuscripts have undergone a peer-review process at the college, they are submitted for publication. This has resulted in the publication of hundreds of scientific papers.
My Social Practice
JUNE 7, 2023
Meet The Best Pediatric Dentists on TikTok If you feel like your Instagram reach is steadily declining or you want to get your practice in front of new eyes, it’s time to head over to TikTok. TikTok is rapidly growing in popularity and more and more young people are using it as a way to search the internet, rather than using Google. TikTok marketing is a major opportunity for you and your team to reach teen patients in your area, and parents of younger patients.
Dentistry Today
JUNE 7, 2023
After an extensive search, North American Dental Group (NADG) has selected Overjet, the industry leader in dental artificial intelligence solutions, as its dental AI partner. The partnership brings Overjet’s FDA-cleared dental AI software to NADG’s network of supported dental practices. “We are constantly looking for ways to enable our clinicians to deliver enhanced value to their patients,” said Paul Reda, CEO of NADG. “We believe that Overjet will support our effo
Firegang
JUNE 8, 2023
How Dr. Ciano Hit Her Triple-Digit New Patient Goal in Just a Few Months with Firegang Dr. Ciano wanted to become the premier pediatric practice in her market, and that started with her goal of finally breaking the 100-mark of monthly new patients. After partnering with Firegang, Dr. Ciano’s new patient numbers have grown, hitting 123 in just the first few months!
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
JUNE 8, 2023
Ann Battrell, MSDH, CEO of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA), passed away on June 7 after a long illness. She was a tireless advocate for the profession of dental hygiene and her advocacy will have a long-lasting impact on dental hygienists. Battrell became the first dental hygienist and first former ADHA president to assume the position of CEO of the organization.
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