We Speak Dental

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Dental and Medical SEO Best Practices 2021. If your website is not ranking on page one of Google, the truth is no one is seeing it. It takes a strong search engine optimization (SEO) strategy to ensure your practice website shows up at the top of Google, ahead of your competition. So, as we move into 2021 and you seek to improve your SEO performance, consider the following best practices to maximize website visibility, acquire new patients, and grow your practice.

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Oral Health Group

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

An important consideration during the sale of a practice is the amount of taxes arising from realizing a capital gain – the underlying asset primarily being the patient list, i.e., goodwill. While the seller can avail of the lifetime capital … The post Tax Deferral Options on Sale of a Practice appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Yes, conflict can happen in the dental practice. Yes, tough talks often need to happen. But having them is usually one of the hardest parts of the day. How can these conversations happen? It starts with having the courage to begin them, says dental author, consultant, coach, and speaker Katherine Eitel-Belt. She joined IgniteDA co-founder Kevin Henry for the most recent edition of the Dental Assistant Nation podcast to share her tips and advice on having “courageous conversations” th

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Dental News and Technology

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Dr. Paul Feuerstein will succeed Dr. Damon Adams, who is retiring at the end of December. FAIRFIELD, NJ — Dentistry Today , the nation’s leading clinical news magazine for dentists, proudly announces the appointment of Paul Feuerstein, DMD, as Editor-in-Chief. He will succeed Damon Adams, DDS, who is retiring December 31. “It has been an honor and privilege to serve as the Editor-in-Chief of Dentistry Today since 2008.

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Delivering Wow

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

If you’re searching for a dental marketing plan that works, you came to the right place. Dental marketing has come a long way since the days when phone book ads were the way to go. Today, a good dental marketing plan includes both offline and online marketing strategies. But many dental practices struggle to choose dental marketing plans that work with so many options.

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Oral Health Group

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Interested in contributing to Oral Health Group’s blog? Email marley@newcom.ca for more information! The post Choose to be Different and Innovative in Your Dental Content Marketing appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

It’s a problem facing so many dental practices right now. Not only are you working to keep your practices open and thriving and your patients safe, but you are also doing everything you can to keep your team members free of the COVID-19 virus as well. Unfortunately, the same protections you take in your practice aren’t the same ones that all humans take, which means that your team members (and you) could be at risk for exposure … and bringing it back to the practice.

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Gilreath Dental

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

In the past, a dentist could only detect a cavity through x-rays or by probing and catching a sticky pit in the reachable grooves of your teeth. While this is certainly effective, it typically means that the area of decay has already damaged notable tooth structure and is already large enough to require a filling… The post How Laser Cavity Detection Benefits You appeared first on Gilreath Family Dentistry.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has created a new web page to provide extensive information on face masks. The new page provides the following: The basics on face masks, surgical masks, and respirators. How to use face masks, surgical masks, and respirators. Information on shortages of face masks, surgical masks, and respirators during COVID-19.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Can we be honest about honesty for just a minute? Being truthful isn’t always the easiest path. Sometimes it’s much less painful to just hide something that could hurt someone else or a business. However, the easy path isn’t always the correct path … especially when we’re talking about COVID-19. So far this year, we have seen dental practices impacted by team members who are exposed to COVID-19 outside of the practice and then don’t tell people in the practice

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Batchelor-Dentistry

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Maybe you’ve never liked going to the dentist and have used the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic as a reason to avoid it. Or perhaps you would normally go to the dentist, but are concerned that doing so would put you at increased risk of catching or spreading COVID-19. Even as dentist’s offices have reopened across the country, you might still be wondering if going to the dentist right now really is safe.

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ASDA Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

With Advocacy Month coming to an end and advocacy engagement high, it is important to recognize how we can continue this momentum to create change year-round. When dental students across the nation work together to advocate for key issues, their united voice makes a difference. This collective action is crucial to protecting our profession. The theme of Advocacy Month this year is “Hindsight is 2020: Act now to change the future.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

The American Dental Association (ADA) is urging the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to include oral health professionals in the first phase of COVID-19 vaccine distribution along with other healthcare providers. At this point, oral health professionals are not part of the groups designated to receive COVID-19 vaccines—which initially will be in short supply—first.

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Healthy Smiles

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

To maintain proper dental health during the holidays is a very difficult task. The season is often spent partying, vacationing, gatherings, etc. So it can be difficult to maintain healthy eating habits as well. While the holiday season is a lot of fun, lots of sweets can be harmful to your oral health. Thus, here are 12 tips to make your holiday season healthy and happy for your loved ones and together you can make this year’s holiday, a time full of fun and health.

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Logic Tech Corp

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

The Toronto and Peel region have been moved back to COVID-19 lockdown , and it won’t be surprising if other regions follow suit soon. Fortunately, dentists can remain open this time around. While dental practices are still allowed to open, the RCDSO has urged that dentists practicing in Ontario must adhere to the guidance in the College’s COVID-19: Managing Infection Risks During In-Person Dental Care document.

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3M

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

The post Missed our Experts Arena product unveiling presentations? appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

A ccess to oral healthcare remains a significant problem in the United States. 1 One solution that has gained momentum over the past decade is the expansion of the oral health workforce through the addition of a new member: the dental therapist (DT). Globally, more than 50 countries feature a member of the oral health team that reflects the model developed in New Zealand in 1921. 2 The first three cohorts of DTs to practice in the US completed training in New Zealand.

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Planet DDS

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Not to “ wish-life-away,” but if there was ever a year we wanted to wrap up quickly, it ’ s 2020. Challenging only begins to describe it. Yet, in spite of it all, innovation remains strong, especially as we anticipate trends in dentistry for 2021 (and beyond). Many 2020 predictions held and gained momentum. The impact of COVID-19 caused the industry to step back and reevaluate protocols as well.

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North Suburban Endodontics

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Undergoing dental work is for the most part a pain-free affair. But once you're home and the anesthetic begins to wear off, you may have some discomfort. Fortunately, most post-procedure pain can be managed with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or NSAIDs. And while stronger versions of these pain relievers can be prescribed, you may only need one sold over-the-counter.

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3M

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

The post The do’s and don’ts of post & core procedures appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

W hat can primary oral healthcare providers do to keep their communities healthy during a global pandemic? Dental therapists in Washington State tribal clinics are using several effective strategies and proving to be essential caregivers. While the effects of COVID-19 will be severe and long-lasting, the work of these dental therapists will help to mitigate the oral health consequences in their communities.

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Patient News

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

How the combination can help your organization grow At the recent Dental Entrepreneur Organization, DEO Virtual Summit, many speakers addressed how important it is to have a clearly defined mission statement and corporate culture before scaling your group dental business. When designed correctly, your mission statement will provide the foundation for future growth, guide decision-making, and provide purpose to remind, The post Culture & Unique Value Proposition for DSOs appeared first on Pa

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Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

It’s the time of year to be thankful for all the good in our lives and celebrate with all of our traditional favorite Thanksgiving foods. Did you know that a lot of the dishes you prepare could have benefits for your dental health, too? That’s just another thing to be thankful for. Here are how all of your favorite Thanksgiving dinner foods rank in regards to your dental health. .

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Best Dentist in Houston

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

No one looks forward to having their wisdom teeth removed. Most patients actually cringe at the idea of having the procedure performed. And with good cause; third molar removal is considered a surgery, and just like any other surgery there will need to be a recovery time and restrictions after the treatment is completed. But what if your wisdom teeth are not bothering you.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

T he Minnesota legislature authorized dental therapists in 2009. Today, there are 113 licensed dental therapists practicing in Minnesota, many of whom are dually licensed as dental hygienists. Two dental therapy education programs are educating future dental therapists in Minnesota, and there is speculation that another program may be started, as well.

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Healthy Smiles

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

To maintain proper dental health during the holidays is a very difficult task. The season is often spent partying, vacationing, gatherings, etc. So it can be difficult to maintain healthy eating habits as well. While the holiday season is a lot of fun, lots of sweets can be harmful to your oral health. Thus, here are 12 tips to make your holiday season healthy and happy for your loved ones and together you can make this year’s holiday, a time full of fun and health.

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Patient News

NOVEMBER 26, 2020

Persuasion happens in the brain in seconds. At this speed, do patients know why your practice is different? A recent blog by speaker, author, and international consultant Jaynie Smith confirmed that, yes, every one of us will pay more for services, but only when the value of what we buy is defined at buying-decision time. Don’t believe patients will pay more?

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The Big Brush

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Although Merriam Webster defines “receptionist” as a greeter, a person who welcomes patients or guests into your office, the actual scope of the job is so much greater. In fact, your receptionist is most often a patient’s first point of contact and thus has influence on a patients’ opinion of your dental practice. Therefore, hiring a great receptionist for your dental practice is a task not to be taken lightly.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

A University of Oxford study of British healthcare workers found that re-infection with SARS-CoV-2 is unlikely for at least 6 months post-infection. Study authors suggest that most people who recover from COVID-19 will not be re-infected, at least not right away, which is good news for the more than 50 million people around the world who have contracted the virus.

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Creekview Dental

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Is it safe to go to the dentist during COVID-19 ? You may be wondering whether you should schedule a dental appointment during the pandemic. This is a normal question that many patients have had. . When the pandemic first began, many dental offices closed their doors entirely for a period of time. Some dental offices only treated emergent cases during the first few months of the pandemic.

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Best Dentist in Houston

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Whether an accident caused you to need to replace a missing tooth, or you are pursuing dental implants to replace multiple missing teeth, you are more than likely wondering what many have asked us before: Will Medicare pay for dental implants? As always, when a question seems to pop up at our Houston dental office time and time again, we take it to the internet to ensure the answer is easily found there in the future for the others whose curiosity might be getting the best of.

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Denticle

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Sometimes nice guys finish first. It is with a great deal of pride and emotion that I happily announce that my buddy Dr. Paul Feuerstein has been named Editor-in-Chief of Dentistry Today. I have known Paul more than half of my life and I can attest to the what a wonderful and deserving guy he is. Paul is truly one of dentistry's "good guys" and truly one of the nicest people I've ever known.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2020

While there is no cure for COVID-19, several treatments have become available to reduce morbidity and mortality among those who experience severe illness following infection with SARS-CoV-2. In the United States, the antiviral medication, remdesivir, is used to shorten the hospital stay of those with severe COVID-19. However, the World Health Organization has just come out against the use of remdesivir, citing a lack of evidence on efficacy and its high cost.

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Creekview Dental

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Is it safe to go to the dentist during COVID-19 ? You may be wondering whether you should schedule a dental appointment during the pandemic. This is a normal question that many patients have had. . When the pandemic first began, many dental offices closed their doors entirely for a period of time. Some dental offices only treated emergent cases during the first few months of the pandemic.

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Denton Dental Center

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

If you or one of your family members experienced a dental emergency today, would you have your local emergency dentist’s phone number on speed dial? Even though the plan is to protect your teeth in order to avoid unexpected accidents, it’s always best to be prepared for anything, and knowing who to call as soon as possible is key. Here is a list of important things to consider when choosing your emergency dentist in Denton for unexpected dental needs.

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Best Dentist in Houston

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

If you are suffering from a missing tooth, you are not alone. Nearly 200 million Americans are missing at least one tooth , and many of them are missing a front tooth which causes functional and cosmetic concerns. Tooth loss can cause many problems inside the mouth, which we will address in this article. A question that gets posed by many patients is if they can get a dental implant on one of their front teeth.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

F or many years, dental hygienists were limited to treating and maintaining periodontal conditions and providing patient education. Fortunately, the scope of practice for dental hygienists has been expanding in many areas of the United States. The US government system of classifying occupations—Standard Occupational Classification—recently revised the category of dental hygienist from “Health Technologists and Technicians” to “Healthcare Diagnosis or Treating Practitioners,” which should lead to

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