Dental News and Technology

JUNE 11, 2025

Enhances Patient Communication s and Improves Clinical Outcomes Garden City , NY – June 11 , 202 5 – Owandy Radiology Inc., a global leader in the manufacture of dental radiology hardware and imaging software, recently introduced its new Oral Health Report application, a cutting-edge addition to its IOS software suite. The new app leverages artificial intelligence to deliver comprehensive digital impressions and detailed oral health assessments, thus raising the bar for modern dental care.

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Dentistry Today

JUNE 9, 2025

Declining attendance, rising costs force the association to make difficult decision to end SmileCon after October event in Washington, DC. By Stan Goff, Senior Managing Editor When the American Dental Association (ADA) hosts its annual SmileCon meeting in October, it will be for the final time, as attendance declines in recent years is bringing the longtime trade show to an end.

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Identity Dental

JUNE 11, 2025

Organizing a free dentistry day event can significantly enhance a dental practice’s visibility while fostering goodwill in the community. To achieve success, it requires a blend of strategic planning, promotional outreach, and engagement with potential attendees. Here are effective marketing strategies to maximize the impact of this valuable event. **1.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

JUNE 2, 2025

By: Dawn Patrick , Dental Practice Coach + Director of Operations IgniteDDS In a busy dental practice, its easy to assume a new hire will figure things out after a few shadowing shifts. But thats a fast track to burnoutfor the new team member and for the team trying to train them on the fly. Onboarding Systems for New Hires That Set Clear Expectations A well-structured onboarding system helps your practice avoid costly turnover, build team confidence, and ensure every patient experience stays co

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Ask The Dentist

JUNE 2, 2025

A parent wrote me last week: We brush. We floss. Weve switched toothpaste. But my kid still keeps getting cavities. What are we missing? Ive heard that question hundreds of times. Its always asked with the same mix of desperation and guilt. And it always leads to the same truth: Cavities dont just come from poor brushing. They come from daily habits that feel harmless.

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Oral Health Group

JUNE 2, 2025

Are you moving into the world of AI in your practice? AI has become that pervasive topic that everyone talks about, but lets face itif The post Where is the AI future of dentistry? appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Dental News and Technology

JUNE 10, 2025

Dental professionals across the country are invited to participate in the 2025 Share Your Smile campaign, a national initiative from America’s ToothFairy to raise awareness about the importance of oral health and the barriers that prevent millions from receiving the dental care they need. Share Your Smile coincides with Oral Health Month and provides free educational materials and advocacy tools for providers, teachers, and community organizations.

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Identity Dental

JUNE 12, 2025

The landscape of dental marketing is tightly intertwined with the ever-evolving realm of search engine optimization (SEO). Google’s algorithm updates, which occur annually, play a crucial role in determining how dental practices are discovered online. With the right strategies in place, dental websites can not only survive these updates but thrive, resulting in increased visibility […] The post Understanding the Impact of Google’s Algorithm Updates on Dental Marketing appeared first on Ide

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Dentistry Gone Digital

JUNE 9, 2025

By: Michael Eid Class II preparation and restoration are where things get real. You’re now dealing with proximal surfaces, tight contacts, and matrix systems. This guide simplifies it all for you. What Is a Class II Cavity? Location: Proximal surfaces (mesial/distal) of posterior teeth Class II Preparation Steps Occlusal Portion Same as Class I: Follow grooves and include dovetails if needed Proximal Box Break contact: ~0.5 mm buccolingually, you need both gingival and proximal clearance t

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Dental Peers

JUNE 4, 2025

Are you moving into the world of AI in your practice? AI has become that pervasive topic that everyone talks about, but lets face itif we dont work in it, we really struggle to understand just what it can do. And we also have a hard time keeping up with how much it has advanced. I know I have a lot to learn about its potential. And I have embarked on a journey to learn what is out there and what impact it can have on dentistry.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

JUNE 2, 2025

As I write this, the decision in Nevada has not yet been made regarding the outrageous proposal to train dental hygienists on the job. In case you arent aware, the Nevada Dental Association and the American Dental Association are proposing this as a solution to the lack of dental hygiene workforce in the state. This is a bad idea for so many reasons, most important it jeopardizes the safety of the patients we are bound to treat.

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Dental News and Technology

JUNE 11, 2025

With a legacy of over 130 years and backed by more than 1,200 peer-reviewed publications about all endodontic solutions¹⁻³, Dentsply Sirona continues to set the benchmark in endodontic innovation, manufacturing over 140 million precision-engineered files yearly. From pioneering advancements like WaveOne® Gold—now celebrating its 10th anniversary—to cutting-edge technology and rigorous quality standards, the company empowers clinicians with solutions designed to support consistent shaping outcome

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Dentistry Today

JUNE 10, 2025

In today’s fast-paced dental industry , efficiency and aesthetics are no longer luxuries—they’re necessities. Laboratories and clinics are continually seeking ways to streamline workflows, reduce turnaround times, and produce restorations that meet both functional and aesthetic demands. Aidite understands this need, which is why it has developed a powerful pairing designed to optimize your lab’s performance: Biomic Stain & Glaze, now fully optimized for use with the CFP-200

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Identity Dental

JUNE 4, 2025

Online reviews have become a critical aspect of marketing strategies for dental practices. They not only help in building credibility but also enhance visibility in local searches, which can significantly impact patient acquisition. Here are several effective ways to encourage patients to leave more positive Google reviews for your dental office. 1.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

JUNE 2, 2025

By: Angela Holland Dental insurance third-party administrators (TPAs) play a significant role in managing insurance claims and processing reimbursements between dental practices and insurance companies. TPAs are third-party entities hired by insurance companies, employers, or health plans to manage dental insurance plans and the claims process. Their goal is to streamline the administrative side of dental insurance, ensuring smooth communication between insurers, providers, and patients.

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Ask The Dentist

JUNE 10, 2025

I’ve seen countless patients over the years who brushed and flossed religiously—twice a day, never missed a checkup—and still came in with new decay. That’s because brushing doesn’t fix dietary deficiencies, mouth breathing, a dry mouth, or disrupted oral flora. Cavities don’t just show up. They form slowly, as your oral environment shifts out of balance—often in mouths that look perfectly clean.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

JUNE 7, 2025

A recent study has uncovered compelling evidence that common dental procedures may expose patients and clinicians to harmful microplastics (MPs), raising urgent questions about infection control, environmental health, and patient safety in the operatory. The research offers a comprehensive look at how MPs are generated and distributed during everyday dental activities.

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Dental News and Technology

JUNE 10, 2025

Vancouver, British Columbia— The new VELscope Mantis is a state-of-the-art oral mucosal examination tool to assist dental professionals in performing comprehensive oral examinations. The VELscope Mantis—which will be available in August 2025—integrates both traditional white light visualization, polarized white light visualization and blue-light-induced fluorescence visualization into the same device.

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Dentistry Today

JUNE 10, 2025

VideaHealth, a leader in AI-powered dental solutions , announced that GPS Dental, a rapidly growing dental service organization (DSO) with more than 100 practices across 28 states, has expanded its deployment of VideaAI, bringing the dental AI solution to practices enterprise-wide. The rollout demonstrates the rapid and growing adoption of dental AI across DSOs, including within leading mid-market organizations.

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Identity Dental

JUNE 7, 2025

Brand consistency is vital in dental marketing, especially when navigating the complexities of a name change. With patients often developing relationships based on familiarity, altering a practice’s name can provoke uncertainty for both existing and potential clients. However, with careful planning and thoughtful execution, maintaining brand recognition and trust during this transition can be achieved. […] The post Maximizing Brand Consistency During Name Changes in Dental Practices

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Dentistry Gone Digital

JUNE 9, 2025

By: Steve Carstensen DDS This Topic Originally Appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Carstensen granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. I want to share a clear example of how bad sleep directly affects the anatomical structures dentists pay a lot of attention to—the mandibular condyles.  Sleep Disruption Disrupts Jaw Bone Regeneration We’ve all seen on X-rays condyles that do not look healthy.

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Rosemont Review

JUNE 3, 2025

Achieving a high-ranking position on Google Local listings relies not only on your practices Google reviews, but also on how your practices contact information is displayed on various third-party directory sites. These listings are often referred to as business citations or NAP (business name, address, phone number). With the number of directory websites available, controlling your business citations (and making sure they are accurate and consistent) can quickly and easily become an overwhelming

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

JUNE 4, 2025

A controversial directive from senior officials in the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is causing concern among medical professionals including dentists and dental hygienists who see the agency as a vital research hub for healthcare innovations. The new guidance requires VA clinicians and scientists to obtain clearance from political appointees before publishing in peer-reviewed journals or speaking publicly, sparking accusations of censorship and political interference in sc

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Dental News and Technology

JUNE 6, 2025

Dandy, the fully digital dental lab, today launched a new suite of real-time visual collaboration features for its pioneering Chairside and case management software for dental practices. Dentists and lab techs can now plan and review cases over interactive video calls, ensuring the highest level of accuracy in the fabrication of dental prosthetics. With conventional communication, important case details are often lost between the office and the lab in a flurry of disconnected emails, phone calls

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Dentistry Today

JUNE 10, 2025

Dental professionals across the country are invited to participate in the 2025 Share Your Smile campaign, a national initiative from America’s ToothFairy to raise awareness about the importance of oral health and the barriers that prevent millions from receiving the dental care they need. Share Your Smile coincides with Oral Health Month and provides free educational materials and advocacy tools for providers, teachers, and community organizations.

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Identity Dental

JUNE 13, 2025

Understanding how to effectively market a dental practice is essential for attracting and retaining patients. Identity Dental Marketing specializes in providing tailored strategies that respond to the unique challenges within the dental industry. Here are the top five ways to elevate a dental practice’s visibility and engagement. 1. Branding and Differentiation Establishing a strong brand […] The post Top 5 Strategies for Effective Marketing in Dental Practices appeared first on Iden

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Dentistry Gone Digital

JUNE 2, 2025

By: Michael Rogers, DDS This Topic Originally Appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Rogers granted ignitedds permission to share with our readers. Near my dental office, theres a small strip center that includes a realty group and a small church that creates a significant daily line of cars that go through a drive-through window. Cars line up waiting their turn, and the line is so long the cars snake through the parking lot, out into the street, with hazard lights flashing.

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Ask The Dentist

JUNE 3, 2025

At the very first well-baby visit, a divide begins. Medical over here. Dental over there. But the mouth isnt separate from the body. And that early separation is why so many kids fall through the cracks. Lets talk about four places this split is doing harm to childrenand what we can do instead. 1) Stop recommending gummy vitamins Most gummies contain up to 5 grams of added sugar.

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Oral Health Group

JUNE 9, 2025

Due to their effectiveness, promotions should ideally play an important role in your practice’s overall marketing strategy. And the most effective promotional programs should ideally The post Promotions: Thinking beyond money-saving discounts appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Dental News and Technology

JUNE 5, 2025

Journal of Dentistry Volume 157 , June 2025, 105715 Abstract Objectives This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the cariogenicity of aspartame and explored mechanisms of action. Data, sources, and study selection A literature search was conducted across PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, and CENTRAL on February 16th, 2024 (registered with PROSPERO CRD42024513463).

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Dentistry Today

JUNE 9, 2025

Dental Innovation Alliance VC Fund I, LP (DIA) , a venture capital fund at the forefront of investing in the $450B dental industry, announces a strategic investment in DentalBee. DentalBee is an innovative AI-powered documentation and analytics platform for dental practices. The investment expands DIA’s portfolio of workflow automation solutions, addressing the critical yet underserved area of clinical documentation that significantly impacts practice productivity and compliance.

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Identity Dental

JUNE 10, 2025

Engaging video content has become an invaluable tool for dental practices looking to stand out in a crowded market. Producing quality video content doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. With just a smartphone and some basic equipment, practices can create informative and engaging videos that resonate with existing and potential patients. This guide explores […] The post Creating Quality DIY Video Content for Your Dental Practice appeared first on Identity Dental Marketing Reviews.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

JUNE 9, 2025

By: A-dec Topic originally appeared on DentalProductShopper.com , they granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. A-dec program offers equipment savings, expert guidance, and complimentary services to ensure first-time practice owners get off to a smooth start Struggling with a lengthy wish list of equipment for your first practice?

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3M

JUNE 9, 2025

Using 3M™ Scotchbond™ Universal Plus Adhesive, 3M™ Filtek™ Supreme Flowable, 3M™ Filtek™ Supreme XTE, and 3M™ Sof-Lex™ coarse and medium.

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My Social Practice

JUNE 13, 2025

Dental SEO: Speak Your Patient’s Language, Show Up Where It Counts If you’re a dentist dipping your toes into the world of digital marketing, you’ve probably heard of dental SEO. But what does it actually mean, and why does it matter? At its core, dental SEO is about helping potential patients find your practice when they search online. But here’s the twist: you won’t have much success if your strategy involves throwing dental jargon onto your website and calling it a day

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Dental News and Technology

JUNE 9, 2025

Dental Innovation Alliance VC Fund I, LP (DIA) , a venture capital fund at the forefront of investing in the $450B dental industry, announces a strategic investment in DentalBee. DentalBee is an innovative AI-powered documentation and analytics platform for dental practices. The investment expands DIA's portfolio of workflow automation solutions, addressing the critical yet underserved area of clinical documentation that significantly impacts practice productivity and compliance.

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Dentistry Today

JUNE 10, 2025

Written by: Roger P. Levin, DDS I’m always amazed at the number of practices that do not have a morning meeting (sometimes referred to as the daily business meeting) or even a monthly staff meeting. I’m not sure if these practices feel that they are saving time and money or that meetings are unimportant. Whatever the reason for NOT having a meeting, in my opinion, it is short-sighted.

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