Dentistry Today

DECEMBER 12, 2023

In prehistoric times, it was about motivation and self-progress, observing and learning from others’ practices. ’ It has transformed into an inescapable trap, exacerbated by the pervasive influence of social media. In reality, life is not always positive; it isn’t a constant stream of rainbows and butterflies.

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Queen of Dental Hygiene

JUNE 14, 2023

We have talked about the importance of nasal breathing, nasal health, mouth breathing, and then all things oral that are important for brain health. Oral health and wellness starts with the things we put in our mouths: food, water, breathing and of course oral tools. I can only say: “It depends.” No scrubbing. #2.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

OCTOBER 3, 2021

In dental school, we are taught the technical skills that are required to be a dentist, but some of the most important skills to being the best dentist aren’t things you learn in a classroom. It is a rarity when things in dentistry go according to plan. It is true! Communication and interpersonal skills. Adaptability.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

AUGUST 2, 2021

Teams are being stretched thin because of openings within the staff directory, and it’s putting pressure on everyone in the practice. But what if you could solve a problem before it ever happened? You might be surprised what a little encouragement and insight can do for a relationship. Well, let us help you with that.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

DECEMBER 12, 2022

As the old saying goes “we can’t live with it, and we can’t live without it”, technology has changed the way teams interact with patients. Understanding it and the “why” behind it will provide the answer. . Understanding it and the “why” behind it will provide the answer. .

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Queen of Dental Hygiene

OCTOBER 10, 2020

Little did I know the fates had other ideas. Then went to sunny Florida to do my student teaching where I failed miserably- I knew little to nothing about being a dental hygienist so could not teach anything about dental hygiene. It was, in fact the worst year of my young life. but they always showed…). I was lucky.

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Dentistry Today

APRIL 17, 2023

But no matter how much shiny, state-of-the-art technology is available, if dentists believe that a tooth can’t be saved, it automatically becomes impossible to save it. Take a moment, step back, and think about it. I view our teeth as tiny little temples within our mouths—the gateway to our bodies. COMMON BELIEF NO.

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Dental Peers

APRIL 5, 2021

It was right around this time in 2018, I presented before a group of dentists and office managers in Ottawa. Why wouldn’t it become more popular as time passed? Since that presentation, the little matter of the pandemic has certainly changed everything. Most of them were 45 years of age and older. What was their reaction?

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ASDA Blog

MAY 26, 2021

That even the smallest and most mundane things are exciting and new. Throughout my time in dental school, I have found this to be more and more accurate, and have truly seen the importance of making the most of every little thing every day. You have to because that’s when you start living.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

It is time to expand the practice with the hiring of dental associates , expanding the patient base by opening another office, or with the possibility of having another dentist and his or her practice join in with the existing practice. Of course, there are always surprises when a new practice is beginning.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

APRIL 12, 2021

Beginning with the end in mind has always been a treatment planning win. It’s not that a snap-on smile is a bad thing. What are the top two things you believe most of your patents are concerned about? It also does it real-time. Option two, you and your patient want it all. What could you? CLICK HERE.

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Queen of Dental Hygiene

MARCH 3, 2023

Let’s start with some basics and keep it simple. Know it takes a lot longer to get all the plaque off than if you use an electric toothbrush. Know it takes a lot longer to get all the plaque off than if you use an electric toothbrush. (I It generally took them 10 to 15 minutes of brushing before they got it all off.

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Carestack

DECEMBER 30, 2020

It is not always an interesting experience to introduce a change in your organization. As exciting as it may sound, those who have tried this might have often left disheartened and frustrated while trying to cope up with the attitudes of various people. Making your team embrace change in dental practice can always be achieved.

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Queen of Dental Hygiene

JUNE 19, 2023

It lubricates the teeth, gums, and food. Buffers the acids from the things we put in our mouth. All that from a little spit. Assess the Flow pH testing One of the first things I do with a new patient is test the pH of their mouth before we do anything else. As I tell my patients, saliva is liquid gold. Keeps teeth clean.

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Dental Peers

MARCH 4, 2019

We know we need it. We know we would be better off if we achieved it. Rather, it is a series of small adjustments that, properly executed, can add up to huge success! Rather, it is to focus on how changing little things can be done with minimum inconvenience but noticeable results. And it is so easy to do.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

DECEMBER 27, 2022

During school, students can easily fall into a mindset of forgetting about the loans and focusing on other things. The problem with that is when the time comes to start making payments, it can be overwhelming for young dentists in the workforce if they are not prepared and aware of the options on repayment and refinancing.

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Off the Cusp

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Whenever I had a little time on the weekend or Friday afternoon, I was doing research and building ideas,” he says. I am very futuristic, and in our work, I always think, how can we make things better? They discussed “things that were missing and new things we wanted to implement,” he says.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

JUNE 13, 2021

There are things that we all learn in school, and then there are things you learn only after you enter the real world of the profession that comes with experience. There are things that we all learn in school, and then there are things you learn only after you enter the real world of the profession that comes with experience.

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Dental News and Technology

JUNE 4, 2021

I was introduced to Dental Economics as a dental student and I’ve always valued the magazine throughout my career. It is an honor to carry the legacy of Drs. In a little over a year, Dr. Pam has guided both these properties with unique content and grown their readership. Congratulations to my friend Pam !

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Queen of Dental Hygiene

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022

It’s time to get to know what is really going on in your mouth and mind your microbes. In my deep dive to become healthier and take better care of myself, I found even more evidence that oral health, or rather the lack of it plays a huge role in not only the mouth but (no surprise) our entire body. Chronic Disease.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

It could be an opportunity to learn something new or refresh on things you might have forgotten or become just a bit complacent on. Maybe it’s a chance to catch up on that all-important networking. There’s little doubt that Covid-19 has forever changed the way we all access and engage with continuing professional development.

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Kakar Dental Group

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

If you have, it’s likely because your child asked you that question, and you’re at a loss for words regarding what answer to give. One thing the tooth fairy’s name suggests is that they collect teeth. One thing the tooth fairy’s name suggests is that they collect teeth. But what does the tooth fairy do with all the teeth?

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Dental Peers

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Let’s face it, as much as we cannot wait to see the end of 2020, the ease with which we enjoyed outdoor time during the summer was also a tremendous source of comfort. However, we will also be concerned about the potential impact it could have on our practices. It will come or it will not come no matter how much we worry about it.

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Bookkeeping For Dentists

MAY 20, 2021

This round of new features is going to be a slow process, so while the engineers are making it come to life, I am going to give you a little preview of what they are currently working on. New Snapshot Page (coming soon): You'll notice I moved some things over from the Dashboard (now 'Trends' page), onto the Snapshot page.

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Bookkeeping For Dentists

MAY 20, 2021

This round of new features is going to be a slow process, so while the engineers are making it come to life, I am going to give you a little preview of what they are currently working on. New Snapshot Page (coming soon): You'll notice I moved some things over from the Dashboard (now 'Trends' page), onto the Snapshot page.

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Delivering Wow

OCTOBER 26, 2020

But I know just how important it is to get out there and share my message, my training, my experience with dentists like you, so I do it. Here’s why it matters so much to step out just a little bit and how you can still build and grow your practice even if you’re an introvert. You have a gift. You are an amazing dentist.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

OCTOBER 23, 2023

I’m not sure why I thought I had it all figured out but before graduation, a friend of mine who was going to dental school asked me what I had gotten on my DAT and the expression on my face must’ve matched the pure confusion I felt in that moment. Just a little fun fact for you. What is the DAT?

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Queen of Dental Hygiene

JUNE 11, 2023

Have they “always bled” when you had a dental cleaning? Do your gums bleed? What would you do if I told you that gum disease increases your risk for dementia? And IF they have been infected for over 10 years your chance of having Alzheimer’s dementia increases by 70%. but that’s for another time).

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Med Rank Interactive

AUGUST 6, 2020

I’m just going to open it up and let you introduce yourself and what you do here in Charlotte. I’m not necessarily in a hospital setting; it’s a 100% outpatient setting. So for us, it’s a different take on this whole pandemic and what we can do. Dr. Ahmad: It’s really multifactorial.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

APRIL 9, 2021

A career in dentistry can certainly offer up its share of challenges. Some may feel like little bumps in the road, some like speedbumps, and some, hopefully very few, will feel like the road has disappeared. In times of urgency, it is pedal to the metal, from the time you wake up until you go to sleep. Some, however, were new.

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ASDA Blog

OCTOBER 19, 2020

They are excited and curious, always ready to take on a challenge. But with guidance and support, things can feel a little easier. It was when I held my instrument for the first time and couldn’t get wax on it. I felt it after drilling my first pitiful prep, then looking over at my classmate’s pristine one.

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Coaches Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Here’s a little “Say this, not that” to help wake you up! It’s really no big deal”. SAY THIS INSTEAD: “It’s totally normal to be a little nervous about this procedure. SAY THIS INSTEAD: “I know what the problem is, and this is how we can fix it.”. DON’T SAY: “We’ve always done it this way.”.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

APRIL 2, 2021

It got me thinking about the concept of innovation and how unapproachable it felt, at times, as a dental practice owner. But no matter how overwhelming it felt, I also never lost sight of its importance and what it meant to leadership. . I will bet that it was not easy nor very smooth. Rinse and repeat.

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Coaches Corner

MAY 16, 2023

A Huge Lesson For Your Dental Practice… (It’s a simple technique and it works!) You will immediately learn some things to take back to your dental practice! While that may be true, it’s not very helpful. And worse, it throws the question back to you. or “What do YOU recommend?” Boom – SOLD!

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Coaches Corner

MAY 11, 2022

And getting to know them as a real person and not just a set of teeth goes a long way towards all of the things we want – treatment plan acceptance, sending referrals, etc… Maybe even more importantly – getting to know our patients is FUN! I constantly did this in my practice and learned some really cool things about my patients.

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Rosemont Review

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

To celebrate this holiday of gratitude, our team is sharing some of the many things we’re thankful for in 2023. I am looking forward to celebrating all the good things in life on Turkey Day! . :)” Kristin: “I’m so thankful for so many things this year! Karishma: “ There is so much to be thankful for this year!

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Coaches Corner

JUNE 6, 2023

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. It measures how tightly your gums are attached to your teeth.” ” BOOM!

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