Oral Health Group
JANUARY 10, 2022
We’ve all heard, “it takes money to make money.” That is true of any business, including a dental practice. While some practice owners would like to view marketing as an unnecessary expense, it is vital if you want to grow … The post Make the Most of Your Investment: 5 Budget-Friendly Marketing Tips for 2022 appeared first on Oral Health Group.
Dental News and Technology
JANUARY 14, 2022
J Contemp Dent Pract. 2021 Sep 1;22(9):1035 Abstract Aim: The aim of this study is to compare microleakage of cervical restorations using universal bonding and two-step self-etch adhesive with or without enamel etching through a dye penetration testing method. Materials and methods: In this in vitro experimental study, 70 maxillary premolar teeth with no anomaly or decay were randomly divided into five groups of 14.
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Dentistry Gone Digital
JANUARY 10, 2022
By: Natalie Kaweckyj, LDA, RF, CDA, CDPMA, COA, COMSA, CPFDA, CRFDA, MADAA, BA. One of the greatest challenges for current dental assistants is the portability of their profession across state lines. With over fifty designations of dental assistants nationwide, no two designations are alike, nor are the requirements for becoming a dental assistant. Allowable duties, education, and continuing education requirements as well as state specific credentials are all over the spectrum.
ASDA Blog
JANUARY 12, 2022
There is evidence that effective communication practices lead to higher quality patient outcomes, such as greater satisfaction, greater understanding and recall, lower costs of care, better compliance with prevention and treatment protocols, and even better treatment outcomes (1, 2, 3, 4). Communication is clearly important. But why does communication sometimes fail?
Planet DDS
JANUARY 10, 2022
Even as practices are starting to see patient volumes that are closer to pre-pandemic levels, things still seem unpredictable in the dental industry. Practices continue to grapple with uncertainties and long-term impacts of the pandemic that are beyond their control. To build a stronger more successful dental practice in 2022, practices can focus on several key areas that can be controlled. .
Dental News and Technology
JANUARY 13, 2022
Jeffrey B. Dalin, D.D.S. Jeffrey B. Dalin, D.D.S., of St. Louis will receive the ADA's 2022 Humanitarian Award for co-creating and guiding the Give Kids A Smile program since the ADA adopted the program 20 years ago, ADA News reported. "Creating beautiful smiles on my patients and creating beautiful smiles on Give Kids A Smile children are perfect ways to make me smile," Dr.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
JANUARY 14, 2022
The United States military is sending physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to New York, New Jersey, Ohio, Rhode Island, Michigan, and New Mexico to support those states’ hospital systems as they face surging numbers of COVID-19 patients due to the quick transmission of the Omicron variant. They will support emergency departments so hospitals can continue to provide medical services to those needing non-COVID-19-related care.
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YapiApp
JANUARY 13, 2022
Here Are Five Quick Tips Regarding Email Marketing for Dentists. Plus, get three free videos that you can share in any patient-facing email you send. Click on the button below to download now! Get Now! Dental email marketing is undoubtedly one of the most effective ways to communicate with your patients. As people continue to spend much of their time at home, more opportunities have surfaced to grab patients’ attention with fewer distractions.
Dental News and Technology
JANUARY 12, 2022
Company credits unique operating model as core to its success. IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pacific Dental Services ® (PDS), one of the nation's leading dental support organizations, today announced a key milestone in its growth journey. Cumulative revenues for calendar year 2021 exceeded $2 billion, marking yet another significant achievement in the privately held organization's 27-year history.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
JANUARY 12, 2022
A University of Chicago study, funded by the National Institutes of Health, suggests that an oral solution of cannabidiol (CBD)—derived from the cannabis plant—may be an effective antiviral agent with the potential to prevent SARS-CoV-2 infection. Researchers found that CBD hindered infection with the novel coronavirus, prohibiting replication of SARS-CoV-2 in the lungs.
The Social Care Elf
JANUARY 12, 2022
Xanthe Hunt and Jason Bantjes consider the perspectives of autistic young people affected by social exclusion, and present early findings from their new active ingredients review which looks at the role of social inclusion interventions in improving adolescent mental health. The post “It’s like putting a penguin on the floor”: what can the perspectives of youth with autism teach us about social inclusion?
Off the Cusp
JANUARY 12, 2022
Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Read Time: 1 Minute, 1 Second. A new survey from Verywell Health ranks Patterson Dental as the ‘ Best Overall Dental Supply Company ‘ of 2021. Citing our large selection of products and services, and our commitment to education and special financing, Verywell states that “you can find everything you need through Patterson Dental.
Dental News and Technology
JANUARY 11, 2022
Open Access Published: December 31, 2021 DOI: [link] Abstract Statement of problem High-level evidence concerning the restoration of endodontically treated posterior teeth by means of direct composite resin or indirect restorations is lacking. Purpose The purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to analyze the current literature on the direct and indirect restoration of endodontically treated posterior teeth.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
JANUARY 11, 2022
A new study published in the International Journal of Dental Hygiene found that age and income influence dental hygienists’ COVID-19 infection control protocols. The study of 500 practicing dental hygienists in South Korea discovered that clinicians younger than age 27 and those who made less than $2,000 per month were less likely to be up to date on infection control guidelines necessary to reduce the risk of SARS-CoV-2 transmission in the dental setting.
The Social Care Elf
JANUARY 11, 2022
Ian Hamilton summarises a recent study exploring whether psychotic-like experiences are related to the discontinuation of cannabis consumption in young adults. The post Young adults do not quit cannabis because of psychosis symptoms, according to new Europe-wide research appeared first on National Elf Service.
My Social Practice
JANUARY 10, 2022
Twelve years ago, when I first got into dental SEO marketing, I thought I understood everything. I knew that it stood for search engine optimization. I knew about link building and optimizing for Google maps, and I also knew that the goal was to rank higher in search engines. But come to find out, I really didn’t know much. I had lots of questions, questions that I thought were naive.
Dental News and Technology
JANUARY 10, 2022
International Journal of Implant Dentistry Published: 03 January International Journal of Implant Dentistry volume 8 , Article number: 1 ( 2022 ) details Abstract Purpose Dental implant surgery was developed to be the most suitable and comfortable instrument for dental and oral rehabilitation in the past decades, but with increasing numbers of inserted implants, complications are becoming more common.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
JANUARY 11, 2022
Amanda LaPean, RDH, BA. Amanda LaPean, RDH, BA, began her journey into the field of dental hygiene via the practice of massage therapy. Says LaPean, “ I really enjoyed this practice, but felt I could make more impact on patients’ lives being more specific and prevention related.”. After earning an associate’s degree in dental hygiene from Wisconsin’s Fox Valley Technical College, LaPean began working as a clinical dental hygienist.
The Social Care Elf
JANUARY 9, 2022
In her debut blog, Natalie Kashirsky explores a qualitative study finding valuable mechanisms of peer support in early intervention in psychosis services. The post Supporting the supporters: peer support in early intervention in psychosis appeared first on National Elf Service.
Rosemont Review
JANUARY 11, 2022
You’ve invested significant capital into digital marketing services and it seems to be paying off—that’s the eighth prospective patient to call and schedule a consultation this month. But how are these people finding you? Are your social media and Google Ads campaigns initiating contact or are organic search results driving all eventual phone calls?
My Social Practice
JANUARY 11, 2022
The Best Dental Websites of 2021! Ranked and Graded by the Dental Marketing Guru's at My Social Practice. With around 160,000 dentists in the United States finding the best dental websites is not an easy task. Our team of website designers, dental SEO experts, and social media consultants, have scoured the web looking for the best performing sites with high aesthetics and cost efficiencies.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
JANUARY 9, 2022
Rapid antigen tests conducted via nasal swab may not be effective at detecting COVID-19 caused by the Omicron variant within the first few days of infection. Swabbing the throat has been suggested as a more effective alternative as the throat is where the virus first invades, before moving up to the nasal cavity. The United States Food and Drug Administration, however, is worried about the safety of self-swabbing the throat.
The Social Care Elf
JANUARY 9, 2022
Mark Steven Howe takes a detailed look at this Bayesian network meta-analysis (NMA) assessing the relative performance of diffferent biomaterials used for maxillary sinus augmentation. 34 RCTs with 28 different treatment options providing a large number of potential pairwise comparisons although only a small number used direct data. The findings suggest little difference beween the various biomaterials but the available studies are small with only 5 being at low risk of bias.
Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire
JANUARY 13, 2022
If you’re a parent, baby teeth are something that you probably think about often. They come in all shapes and sizes and it’s important to know what normal baby teeth look like so you can tell if they need to be seen by the dentist. In this blog post, we will give 5 must-know facts about baby teeth for parents! 5 Things Every Parent Needs to Know About Baby Teeth.
My Social Practice
JANUARY 14, 2022
2021 Local Dental SEO Annual Review. Includes SEO and review stats for more than 28,000 dental practices. At the end of 2021 our awesome team of dental marketing gurus reviewed over 28,000 Google My Business dental listings. These are the listings in the Google map. In our analysis we measured and tracked rankings and Google review stats. We included the top 100 largest cities of the USA according to this wiki article.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
JANUARY 10, 2022
As the United States continues to break records with skyrocketing COVID-19 case numbers, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) changed its recommendation for the Pfizer and Moderna booster shots. Individuals who have received two doses of either the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines should receive a booster shot 5 months after the second dose, not 6 months as was originally thought.
The Social Care Elf
JANUARY 10, 2022
In her debut blog, Jeanne Wolstencroft summarises a systematic review finding that parental involvement in therapy doesn't help treat children with anxiety. The post Why doesn’t parent involvement help treat children with anxiety? appeared first on National Elf Service.
Coaches Corner
JANUARY 13, 2022
Don’t Do THIS During Your Perio Exam! (It’s a huge mistake that most dentists and hygienists make). There is a huge mistake that most dentists and hygienists make during the perio exam, one that prevents patients from moving forward with treating their periodontal disease. Please put yourselves in the patient’s shoes (or mouth) for a minute.
Healthy Smiles
JANUARY 12, 2022
The burgeoning research in medical science has led to several finds that are both interesting and advantageous. One such research is the Platelet Rich Fibrin or PRF. Dr. Joseph Choukron, a French surgeon, is credited with the invention of the PRF techniques (L-PRF, A-PRF, and i-PRF). While performing facial surgeries, Dr. Choukron found that PRF accelerates the healing process.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
JANUARY 13, 2022
As hospitals across the United States struggle to handle an overwhelmingly high number of COVID-19 patients, the Virginia Dental Association (VDA) has made a public plea to keep patients with dental issues out of emergency departments. Virginia Governor Ralph S. Northam issued an emergency order on January 10 to expand the state’s hospital capacity after a record number of hospital admissions the week before.
Denton Dental Center
JANUARY 11, 2022
Most people want to avoid having a dental emergency in Denton, but what exactly are the steps you should take? Fortunately, your local dentist can help you understand the common reasons for dental emergencies and provide seven fundamental tips on how you can keep your teeth healthy and strong. What Are the Most Common Dental Emergencies? You might feel discomfort in your teeth, or maybe something came out and you’re not sure you should call or visit your dentist.
Coaches Corner
JANUARY 13, 2022
Some studies have shown that the cost of obtaining a new patient is TWELVE TIMES higher than reactivating ones who have already been into your office. You can spend a ton of money on marketing and hope for the best, or you can learn some easy ways to get your phone ringing with pre-qualified patients – those who have already been to your office.
3M
JANUARY 11, 2022
3M has been committed to continuously developing adhesives and cements that offer high bond strengths, robustness and clinical excellence. In a world of excellence, can we expect more from our adhesives and cements? Join us on this experiential two-part journey where world renowned speakers will share their experiences and insights, both clinical and academic, with novel adhesives and cements, that are leading us to a new level of dentistry.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
JANUARY 13, 2022
Vista Apex, a market leader in endodontic and restorative dental products, was honored with two International Stevie Awards at the 17th Annual International Business Awards show, held virtually in December 2021. RE-GEN Bioactive Dental Adhesive by Vista Apex won a Silver Stevie for “Achievement in Product Innovation,” and the Bronze Stevie in the “Health and Pharmaceuticals Product” category.
Denticle
JANUARY 11, 2022
Let's give some credit to where credit is due. Early in my "second career" of teaching, testing, writing, etc I met an incredibly nice guy from St. Louis named Jeff Dalin. A fellow dentist, I met Jeff at a meeting where someone introduced us thinking that two Midwestern guys would probably get along well. Back then, Dr. Dalin had recently launched an idea for helping children in need of dental care.
Healthy Smiles
JANUARY 10, 2022
Missing a tooth is unappealing from an aesthetic standpoint. A gap in your teeth can be both annoying and humiliating. Apart from being unattractive, missing a tooth can damage your dental health. Hence, replacing the tooth with a dental implant , a dental bridge , removable partial dentures, or other alternatives is important. Our dentists will discuss the options that best suit your needs.
3M
JANUARY 11, 2022
3M has been committed to continuously developing adhesives and cements that offer high bond strengths, robustness and clinical excellence. In a world of excellence, can we expect more from our adhesives and cements? Join us on this experiential two-part journey where world renowned speakers will share their experiences and insights, both clinical and academic, with novel adhesives and cements, that are leading us to a new level of dentistry.
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