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  • 'Mountain Dew Mouth' a growing problem among area youth

    Dentistry News
    27 Jan 2012 | 6:04 pm
    Despite decades of fluoridation,65 percent of West Virginia's children ages three through seven suffer from tooth decay

  • Dream Patient of the Week

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    Eva Watson
    24 Jan 2012 | 7:45 pm
    Remember that oath we took at graduation? I remember that oath. I swore, along with my classmates, that I would carry out the very best dental care to any and all patients who sat in my operatory chair; regardless of gender, race, or socioeconomic status, I promised to give everyone the best treatment I could. I also remember wanting to hurl myself into the bathroom. The speech I had to give moments before gave me nervous diarrhea really bad. We have our clinical side. Then we have our human side. The clinical side is a given: do what we were trained to do. My human side? A bit more personal.

  • Top 5 Facts Your Patients Don’t Know About Energy Drinks

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    teresaduncan
    16 Jan 2012 | 5:57 am
    Today’s post is from guest blogger Robert Milton.  He blogs for Austin Dental Center, an Austin dentist, who specializes in mercury-free fillings and dental implants. I’m one of billions.  I enjoy my cup of coffee in the morning like the majority of the world.  Although I’ve learned through the years to limit myself to two cups (most days) and then move on to water.  With our overworked and under-rested modern society, many feel they need coffee just to get their brain going before they can even think about starting their day.  However, more people are reaching for energy…

  • New Stem Cell Technology Grows Implant Teeth, Right in Your Mouth - Will Dental Implants Bite the Dust

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    2 Jan 2012 | 6:00 pm
    For the first time scientists have regenerated a biological tooth within the oral cavity using stem cell development, suggesting a possible cheaper alternative to dentures or implants for adults who have lost some or all of their teeth.

  • Dental Did You Know: The Increasing Rate of Caries (Cavities) in Children

    The Tooth Booth Dental Blog
    24 Jan 2012 | 11:31 am
    The prevalence of dental decay in the United States (and presumably in Canada) in children aged 2-5 has increased 15.2% according to recent data from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Factors that influence this rate include:Active dental caries in the primary caregiverSocioeconomic status  Dental IQ  Medical history Dietary habitsSource: Cohn C, Why Does My Child Get So Many Cavities? What Can I Do About It?, Oral Health, January 2012, Vol 102, No 1, pg 46-53.Hans Skariah, B.Sc., DMDPromenade Court Dental Health Group in Mississauga2233 Hurontario St.,…
 
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  • Past ADA trustee Dr. Lloyd J. Phillips dies at 89

    17 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pm
    Indianapolis—Dr. Lloyd J. Phillips, a past ADA trustee who represented the 7th District from 1970 to 1976, died Jan. 15 here. He was 89.

  • Vital and Health Statistics

    17 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pm
    Hyattsville, Md. – Seven percent of American children aged 17 and younger had unmet dental need in 2010 because their families could not afford dental care, the National Center for Health Statistics said in an analysis of data collected by U.S. Census Bureau interviewers and reported in the Vital and Health Statistics series.

  • Ready for NCDHM?

    15 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pm
    February is National Children’s Dental Health Month and the ADA offers both free resources and products for purchase that encourage elementary and high school children to “Rock Your Smile.”

  • ADA creates new committee, process to maintain CDT Code

    15 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pm
    The ADA Council on Dental Benefit Programs is launching a new process to maintain the CDT Code.

  • Winners of 2011 office design competition named in Vegas

    15 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pm
    Las Vegas—Wells Fargo unveiled the winners of the 2011 Dental Office Design Competition Oct. 12 during the ADA Annual Session.
 
 
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  • Are the Yellow Pages Still a Viable Advertising Option?

    Jill Nesbitt
    15 Jan 2012 | 9:23 pm
    The following is a guest post by Jill Nesbitt of dentalpracticecoaching.com. If you are interested in guest posting for Dental Heroes, please sign up here. It’s that time of year – in the last 10 days I’ve received 2 different yellow pages directories found lying on my doorstep. Yellow pages advertising used to be the primary focus of my marketing budget. About 5 years ago, our practice ran a full page ad in at least 3 different books and a smaller size ad in 2 additional books. Oh, how times have changed! If you are trying to decide whether to keep or eliminate yellow pages from your…

  • Is the Mac Right For Your Practice?

    Tom Terronez
    11 Jan 2012 | 12:34 am
    The following is a guest post by Tom Terronez of Medix Dental. If you are interested in guest posting for Dental Heroes, please sign up here. With the mass success of the Apple iPhone and iPad, a lot of PC users have considered installing Apple Mac computers in their homes and offices. As with most technology, there is a compromise when considering a product that has a smaller user base. Detailed below are a few of the common questions and considerations to evaluate when looking at using the Apple Mac for your practice. What are some of the pros of the Apple Mac? The Mac’s sleek and…

  • How to Prepare Your Practice for 2012

    Debbie Seidel-Bittke
    8 Jan 2012 | 10:50 pm
    Making resolutions for the New Year is a common practice. So, why not do it for your business? Let’s begin with some positive mantras to set the stage and get some ideas generating. Repeat after me: “I will be better organized.” “I will figure out how to be more productive.” “I will get a handle on my debt.” “I will get the most from my technology. “I will get training for my team.” Any of these sound familiar? If they do, do you follow through with these resolutions? Many of you may say, “No,” and that is not uncommon. Know the…

  • 3 Traits Every Dentist Needs to Succeed

    Elliot Pearson
    29 Dec 2011 | 2:29 pm
    The following is a guest post by Elliot Pearson of Dentistidentity.com. If you are interested in guest posting for Dental Heroes, please sign up here. Almost all dentists go through a lot of training to be where they are now. But just how successful are they in their chosen career? Every dentist must possess some important quality traits to be TRULY successful. 3 Important Quality Traits Every Dentist Must Possess 1. Integrity Every good dentist should have a noble purpose and maintain integrity. This ‘two-rolled-into-one’ attribute is the most important character trait every good dentist…

  • Hot Tip: Include Referral Cards in Your Practice Newsletter

    Michael Logan
    27 Dec 2011 | 11:56 pm
    The following is a guest post by Michael Logan, on behalf of Patient News. If you are interested in guest posting for Dental Heroes, please sign up here. Referral cards sent with newsletters can be an effective way to get dental marketing tools into the homes of existing patients and motivate them to take action. Since most dentists depend heavily on referrals to grow their businesses, nothing is more important to a dental office than making it easy for satisfied customers to refer their friends and family. Up to 70% of Your Business is From Referrals As much as 70 percent of a dental…
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  • Lenora Colaruotolo, LMSW, Wins URMC Excellence Award

    karenblack33
    25 Jan 2012 | 9:39 am
    Lenora Colaruotolo’s title is Senior Social Worker, but she takes on many different jobs:  educator, pioneer, advocate, mentor, diplomat, and fundraiser. Anyone who knows her will say she’s easy to talk to and quickly earns your trust and confidence–and that … Continue reading →

  • Golisano Foundation and Eastman Institute Partner to Help People with Developmental Disabilities

    ekettell
    24 Jan 2012 | 8:36 am
    The B. Thomas Golisano Foundation and Eastman Institute for Oral Health at the University of Rochester Medical Center today announced a partnership to address the unmet oral health needs of people with developmental disabilities in the Rochester area. While it … Continue reading →

  • Dentistry Participates in Annual Safe Crib Distribution

    ekettell
    29 Dec 2011 | 10:16 am
    Even though cribs are a necessity for infants and toddlers, good, safe, affordable cribs can be very hard to come by for needy families. Eastman Institute for Oral Health social work, pediatric and general dentistry staff recently participated at a … Continue reading →

  • URMC’s Friends of Strong Award Funds to Department of Dentistry

    ekettell
    8 Dec 2011 | 11:31 am
    The University of Rochester Medical Center’s Friends of Strong Council has awarded $21,650 to the Department of Dentistry. The funds were used to purchase a Stryker surgical drill which is used to extract teeth. “We are delighted to accept this … Continue reading →

  • Gajendra Named Clinical Chief of Community Dentistry for Eastman Dental

    karenblack33
    1 Dec 2011 | 9:30 am
    Sangeeta Gajendra, D.D.S, M.P.H., of Penfield, has been named clinical chief of Community Dentistry for Eastman Dental, part of the Eastman Institute for Oral Health at the University of Rochester Medical Center. In this role, she has responsibility for all … Continue reading →
 
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  • Dream Patient of the Week

    Eva Watson
    24 Jan 2012 | 7:45 pm
    Remember that oath we took at graduation? I remember that oath. I swore, along with my classmates, that I would carry out the very best dental care to any and all patients who sat in my operatory chair; regardless of gender, race, or socioeconomic status, I promised to give everyone the best treatment I could. I also remember wanting to hurl myself into the bathroom. The speech I had to give moments before gave me nervous diarrhea really bad. We have our clinical side. Then we have our human side. The clinical side is a given: do what we were trained to do. My human side? A bit more personal.

  • SOPA in your mouth

    Trish Walraven
    18 Jan 2012 | 1:20 pm
    I have a soft spot in my heart for funny Engrish. Except when the person writing it has a blatant disrespect for patents, trademarks, and such. Isolite Systems has a slam-dunk product that has been previously featured here on DentalBuzz, and yes, we’ve even suggested that a clever hack was available which still gives the Isolite company a repeat source of income. There’s hacking, and then there’s design forgery.   This introductory email should sufficiently scare you away from even thinking about going to the dark side: Dear Sir/Madam: Good day! I am very pleasure to…

  • Dental bloopers reel

    Trish Walraven
    13 Jan 2012 | 2:42 pm
    Sometimes the best marketing angle is happened upon by accident. Today I just fell in love with the women of this dental practice because they were brave enough to post this “outtakes” video on their practice website. See what I mean: Want an eye-opener for contrast? Go to the full website and browse through the “real” videos sprinkled along their page tops. I’m sorry, but they’re flat. Where did the real personalities go? Now they just look and sound like any other dental team that’s going all “flaming logo” with their online presence.

  • Stupid is as stupid does

    Eva Watson
    10 Jan 2012 | 6:02 pm
                                Some say evil requires intelligence. To carry out cunning and sociopathic deeds against others is the mark of a person with smarts- albeit a warped, misguided, and hurtful kind of smart- but a modicum of intelligence nonetheless. These individuals are everywhere: schools, hospitals. Even our government. (Oh, but it’s true.) However, evil is curiously absent in some dental practices: http://www.poz.com/articles/detroit_hiv_lysol_401_21587.shtml For the folks who followed around this poor guy…

  • Paper behaving badly

    Trish Walraven
    3 Jan 2012 | 5:36 pm
      I never trust faxes. Except for the occasional antiquated piece of paper that requires a signature that can be penned and sent right back, most of the spam that dribbles out of our office fax machine is a waste of a phone number. And sometimes we’ll even get a fax from someone who is apparently trying to steal our money. Like this one: Did you get this fax today, too? Seems like a lot of dentists throughout the country were targeted by some idiot that has never watched TV. Like, duh, don’t you know that there are all sorts of safeguards in this country against scam artists?
 
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  • Acute Fluoride Toxicity – Risk Doses, Symptoms, Management

    Dr. Chetan
    23 Jan 2012 | 2:42 am
    Fluorides are one of the most important components for the development of teeth and the hard tissues of the body. But the amount of Fluorides that has to be given to people, should be in a certain limit, crossing which could pose several problems and lead to toxicity. The fluoride toxicity is divided into acute and chronic toxicity, the acute toxicity being a severe and faster affecting one. Acute Fluoride Toxicity results from excessive ingestion of Fluoride at one time. The speed and the severity of the response are dependent on amount of Fluoride ingested and weight and age of the…

  • What are the advantages of the Free Dental Care services?

    Dr. Chetan
    8 Jan 2012 | 10:39 pm
    These days the prices of dental care and treatments are shooting the sky such that the costs can just not be afforded by a majority of the people. Simply putting is this way, for the everyday person dental care is too expensive. For the millions of Americans in specific, due to the depressed economy of today, the costs of dentistry are shooting the sky. Thus when it comes to find an affordable dental care solution there is not many places where these people might be able to turn to. Many of them in fact believe that there is no option left for them and their last resort is simply ignoring…

  • Muscles of Mastication – Origin, Insertion, Supply & Functions

    Dr. Chetan
    25 Dec 2011 | 9:07 pm
    The muscles of mastication are the muscles that are needed for mastication. Mainly it is in the movement of the mandible that the help of these muscles is required since it is the only movable bone in the skill. The Lateral Pterygoid, Masseter muscle, Medial Pterygoid and the Temporalis are the main muscles taking part in the process of mastication. Each of the muscles has its own function, and they are located at particular positions which would affect the movement of the jaws and in the end, the process of mastication. Here are the various muscles of mastication: Medial Pterygoid Muscle The…

  • Mouth Mirror (Dental Mirror) – Parts, Types and Functions

    Dr. Chetan
    29 Oct 2011 | 11:36 pm
    Mouth Mirror is one of the most common instruments used in the Dental clinics, a part of diagnostic instruments in Dentistry. The mouth mirror has multiple functions, and it is used during the various diagnostic and treatment procedures in the field of Dentistry. The head of the mouth mirror is usually round, with various sizes depending on the diameter of the mirror. The mouth mirror has 2 parts – Handle and Head. Handle is of a specific exact length with most of the manufacturers, and only the size of the head changes, depending on the requirement. Types of Mouth Mirrors: The mouth…

  • Dry Socket – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment & Pictures

    Dr. Chetan
    25 Oct 2011 | 12:37 am
    No one truly enjoys the experience of having a tooth pulled out. Feeling slight discomfort afterwards is also natural. The pain can be endured to a certain extent but when it gets intensely painful, refusing to go away even after several days, then people should definitely be concerned that it could be a symptom of a condition known as alveolar osteitis or dry socket. Dry socket after a tooth extraction is developed merely by a very small percentage of people, around 2% to 5% of them. Nonetheless, dry socket is a condition can cause a lot of discomfort to those who have it. Luckily, this…
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  • Value and Limitations of CBCT in Endodontics-Case Report

    19 Jan 2012 | 7:50 am
    For the longest time, I have been skeptical of the ability of the CBCT to detect vertical root fractures. Especially in previously treated teeth, where scatter radiation produces artifacts in the image. There has been research(mostly in vitro) supporting CBCT imaging for detecting fractures(Hassan 2009), and there is no doubt that the technology shows exciting promise for use in our field. This case demonstrates both the value and limitations of this exciting imaging system. The patient first presented six months ago with new crowns on teeth #30 and #31. His symptoms were described as a…

  • FAIR Health Consumer Cost Lookup

    6 Jan 2012 | 5:11 pm
    FAIR Health is an independent, not-for-profit organization that was established to maintain a database to help insurers and consumers determine reimbursement rates for out-of-network charges, and provide patients with a clear, unbiased explanation of the reimbursement process. This first-of-its-kind database will allow consumer to get cost estimates for medical and dental procedures in their geographic area. The database will also help consumer estimate how much their insurer will reimburse for procedures performed "out of network". This website should help patients to clear the cloak of…

  • This, Not That, Follow up

    21 Dec 2011 | 9:16 am
    I realize that my last post was a little short. It was meant for the reader to contrast two root canal treatments on maxillary second molars and draw conclusions about differences. The obvious, and most important difference, is the treatment of 4 canals in the first case.Here is the preoperative radiograph again:History: This patient has had symptoms on and off in the upper left for six years. She cannot chew comfortably on this side and feels a constant pressure in the area. She cannot walk up stairs without feeling dull pain in the area. The original treatment on #14 was performed in 2006…

  • Are Implants the Future of Dentistry or Just a Step Along the Way?

    8 Dec 2011 | 9:18 pm
    The real future in medicine and dentistry is in regenerative therapy. While restorative materials including cements, resins, rubbers, metals, titanium etc. are the best materials we currrently have to replace damaged, diseased or missing teeth, the big picture is to replace damaged tissue with regenerated tissues. The dental pulp stem cell has been identified as a source undifferentiated mesenchymal stem cells which may have ability to differentiated into cardio-myocytes, neurocytes, myocytes, osteocytes, chondrocytes and adipocytes. So while our current restorative materials/techniques are…

  • Who Cares About the Periodontal Ligament?

    29 Nov 2011 | 12:00 am
    Congratulations to the manufacturers and marketers of dental implants! We now have patients with perfectly good teeth considering removal and replacement with implants on their very own! We are actually seeing patients that are convinced that an implant is better than a natural tooth!I was once at a seminar where a specialist was discussing implants to a group of endodontists, when I asked a question regarding the periodontal ligament, the lecturer replied, "Who cares about the periodontal ligament?". Perhaps that is a good questions to ask? The periodontal ligament is the difference between…
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  • Being Thankful For What We Have A Dentist Perspective

    wisdom
    21 Jan 2012 | 3:01 pm
    An interesting article ran in the MyView Section of the American Dental Association titled “A time to be thankful for all that we have,” written by Richard A. Mufson, D.D.S., and published November 7, 2011. http://www.ada.org/6541.aspx In the article Dr. Mufson discusses how he will typically ask other dentists the standard question of “how are you?” This typically goes into discussions of the dental practice and whether or not financially the practice is doing well or not. Dr. Mufson then says he had no real desire to talk about the dental practice but about how the…

  • Headache and Pain Infographic: All About Headaches

    wisdom
    18 Jan 2012 | 12:53 pm
    Here is an interesting infographic on headaches from the Mount Sinai Medical Center. The infographic offers statistics on those who suffer from headaches and also offers some remedies to help cure your headache and ease the pain. Copyright © TeethRemoval.comHeadache and Pain Infographic: All About Headaches Related posts: Surgical Treatment of Migraine Headaches A study published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery... Headaches in Teens Tied to Obesity, Smoking, and Lack of Exercise These findings certainly come as no surprise. Teenagers... Behavioral Treatment for Migraine Headaches A…

  • Mark Zuckerberg’s Dad is a Dentist

    wisdom
    14 Jan 2012 | 5:18 pm
    I am surprised I had not heard of this before, but Mark Zuckerberg yes the guy who is a co-founder and runs Facebook and who has an estimated wealth of many billions, has a dad named Edward Zuckerberg who is a practicing dentist. The American Dental Association (ADA) recently discussed Edward Zuckerberg in their article Websites a “no-brainer’ for dental practices written by Kelly Soderlund appearing September 8, 2011, and located at http://www.ada.org/news/6200.aspx Yes Dr. Zuckerberg has his own dental practice in New York and his website is located at http://painlessdrz.com/…

  • Second Opinion Advertisements for Dentists

    wisdom
    7 Jan 2012 | 6:13 pm
    An article in The Journal of the American Dental Association titled “Are Advertisements That Offer ‘Free Second Opinions’ Ethical by Rod B. Wentworth (October 1, 2011, vol. 142, no. 10, pages 1199-1200) talks about the ethics involved with dentists advertising “free second opinions.” In the article it says “So simply offering free second opinions is not in and of itself unethical. It is perfectly acceptable for a patient to seek a second opinion. In fact, dentists should consider suggesting that their patients obtain second opinions, especially when they…

  • American Dental Association Toothflix Demo Series

    wisdom
    31 Dec 2011 | 9:39 pm
    Recently the American Dental Association (ADA)  has released a Patient Education DVD series called Toothflix. It contains 23 different video segments which explore different topics designed to educate patients on their oral health and prevention and treatment strategies. The complete series including all 23 segments currently is available for $699. Each segment is around 3 to 6 minutes long. It is intended to be played on a TV and DVD player in the reception or waiting area of a dental office. It could also be used in actual treatment rooms perhaps to help explain more clearly certain topics…
 
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  • Reduced Fee Dentistry at New Sarasota Dental School

    Dr. Russell
    10 Jan 2012 | 8:30 am
    There are two dental schools in Florida that have numerous dental clinics located throughout the state: Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine, Ft. Lauderdale University of Florida College of Dentistry, Gainesville And now a new dental school is to open in the Bradenton/Sarasota area.   Lake Erie College of Oral Medicine  (LECOM) recognizes that dentists have become integral team players in improving the health of their patients. The role they play in preventive medicine complements the osteopathic principals of total healthcare as taught by the College of…

  • Apple Smiles Snacks

    Dr. Russell
    7 Jan 2012 | 8:44 am
     Tiny Marshmallows between apple slices with a dash of peanut butter make amusing snacks for kids! This snack is easy to prepare and will certainly bring a smile to your child's face! Recipe Ingredients:  smooth peanut butter 1 red apple, cored and sliced into eighths  squeeze of lemon juice  miniature marshmallows  DirectionsSpread peanut butter on one side of each apple slice (squeeze a little lemon juice over the apple if not serving immediately). Place four miniature marshmallows on one apple slice and then lay another apple slice, peanut butter side down, on top.

  • Rampant Tuition Inflation

    Dr. Russell
    18 Dec 2011 | 8:50 am
    University tuitions have enjoyed unchecked inflation since the end of World War II.  Each year has been a tiny bite but over the long-term, it becomes clear that very few other sectors have had the  increase exhibited by Education. During the same time period, if elementary teacher salaries had inflated at the rate of university tuitions they would earn $200,000.00 a year! Easy tuition loans are probably the main cause.  And if new graduates cannot get jobs, repayment of education debt becomes not only onerous, but impossible. William R. Cast, MD, the current Chair of the…

  • Anne Therese Aesthetic Medicine

    Dr. Russell
    11 Dec 2011 | 7:00 pm
    We, in the United States, are blessed to have one of the most responsive healthcare systems in the World. However, to receive treatment that is optimally supportive a prospective patient  must find their Best Match in a Doctor. Trying to decide whom to ask for help without an informed referral is like putting on a blindfold. That’s why, at Yellow Springs Dental Care, we have always invested our attention when our dental patients request referral for specialty medical and dental care. The Face is more than just a frame for the beautiful smiles that Dr. Russell creates for our…

  • Medicaid Cuts Impact Immigrant Dental Care

    Dr. Russell
    22 Nov 2011 | 2:17 pm
    The State of California intends to impose a ten percent rate reduction to dental services and a vast array of medical services, including: adult physician services, adult clinic services, optometry services,  non-emergency medical transportation, emergency medical transportation, pharmacy services and drugs, the services provided by adult day health care centers and the services provided by intermediate care facilities.   But this will certainly adversely affect the emergency Medicaid dental care of illegal aliens.   Because immigrants are so often uninsured, out-of-pocket…
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  • 12 Jan 2012 | 5:48 am

    12 Jan 2012 | 5:48 am
    Maine is 80% fluoridated, yet "One out of five kids in Maine’s third-grade classrooms has untreated tooth decay"Lawmakers consider ways to improve access to dental care — Health & Fitness — Bangor Daily News:

  • 11 Jan 2012 | 7:47 am

    11 Jan 2012 | 7:47 am
    Despite being 72% fluoridated, in Nevada, the rate of tooth decay and oral disease is higher than the rest of the country as a whole.Good oral hygiene improves overall health | NevadaAppeal.com:

  • 6 Jan 2012 | 6:34 am

    6 Jan 2012 | 6:34 am
    Despite decades of water fluoridation, "in 2010, Americans spent an estimated $108 billion on dental services. Oral diseases, pain and infections account for 164 million lost work hours nationally and about 7.8 million lost school hours in Colorado", which is 75% fluoridated.Healthy mouth, economy linked | The Coloradoan | coloradoan.com:

  • 7 Dec 2011 | 4:11 am

    7 Dec 2011 | 4:11 am
    Despite widespread fluoridation, Australians are spending more than ever on dental care and 60% of six- to eight-year-olds have cavities.Half of young children have tooth decay

  • 6 Dec 2011 | 6:52 am

    6 Dec 2011 | 6:52 am
    Virginia is 95% fluoridated "a sad reality: Growing numbers of Virginians are forced to go without much-needed medical and dental care that many of us take for granted."Wood: Volunteer clinics help, but aren't the answer | Richmond Times-Dispatch:
 
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  • Dental Did You Know: The Increasing Rate of Caries (Cavities) in Children

    24 Jan 2012 | 11:31 am
    The prevalence of dental decay in the United States (and presumably in Canada) in children aged 2-5 has increased 15.2% according to recent data from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Factors that influence this rate include:Active dental caries in the primary caregiverSocioeconomic status  Dental IQ  Medical history Dietary habitsSource: Cohn C, Why Does My Child Get So Many Cavities? What Can I Do About It?, Oral Health, January 2012, Vol 102, No 1, pg 46-53.Hans Skariah, B.Sc., DMDPromenade Court Dental Health Group in Mississauga2233 Hurontario St.,…

  • Here we grow again: New Hygienist!

    22 Jan 2012 | 2:37 pm
    We welcome Joni Nauss to our family practice. Joni has an easy going personality and has a style quite similar to our other hygienists. She will mostly work on Thursdays and Saturdays for us.Hans Skariah, B.Sc., DMDPromenade Court Dental Health Group in Mississauga2233 Hurontario St., Mississauga, ON, Canada(1/2 km north of the QEW in the Dome Building)(905) 273-7100

  • Dental Did You Know: Warfarin

    12 Jan 2012 | 8:14 am
    Warfarin, a vitamin K antagonist has been an effective oral anti-coagulant for over 50 years. It was discovered in 1945 as a result of research at the University of Wisconsin looking into a pesticide for mice and rats. (Patients may need additional management involving certain dental procedures such as extractions)Source: Feferman I, Healthline: End of an Era (Warfarin), Ontario Dentist, Dec 2011, Vol 88, No 10, pg 16-17.Hans Skariah, B.Sc., DMDPromenade Court Dental Health Group in Mississauga2233 Hurontario St., Mississauga, ON, Canada(1/2 km north of the QEW in the Dome Building)(905)…

  • 5 Jan 2012 | 4:02 pm

    5 Jan 2012 | 4:02 pm
    Saw this infographic from Carrington College's Dental Assisting Program in California. I'm not sure I agree with the personality aspects of this graphic, but it's interesting to note what is out there in terms of information.Source: http://carrington.edu/cccblog/programs/dental-assisting/teeth-and-your-personality/Hans Skariah, B.Sc., DMDPromenade Court Dental Health Group in Mississauga2233 Hurontario St., Mississauga, ON, Canada(1/2 km north of the QEW in the Dome Building)(905) 273-7100

  • Happy New Year! Some Dental Resolutions for the New Year!

    1 Jan 2012 | 9:15 am
    Happy New Year to everyone! May it be happy, healthy and prosperous!Just wanted to give some dental resolutions that could be implemented with a little effort to ensure a great smile for the New Year:Brush 2 minutes twice a day...yes, I said 2 minutes (not 1 minute or 30 seconds or once a day). It really does take that long to clean the majority of surfaces your mouth decently.Floss...yes, I know you tend to do it before dental appointments. However, 40% of your teeth are not being cleaned if you don't do it and a substantial percentage of cavities start in those areasClean your tongue. I…
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  • Are SEO shortcuts Really the Way to Go for your Dental Website?

    Elliot Pearson
    17 Jan 2012 | 11:55 pm
    We live in a very hectic world where every second counts. In fact, even the time that a webpage loads is significant for us. Every time you make a search via Google, the search engine giant will tell you that it only took 0.25 seconds for them to compile more than 50,000,000 results which match your query. And although that seems like a very small amount of time, some people believe that Google can do an even better job and pull results faster. Efficiency is something which everyone is in a lookout for. Why work harder when you can work smarter?But is it advisable for you to take shortcuts…

  • Dried Licorice Root Fights Tooth Decay and Gum Disease

    Cary Feuerman, DMD
    14 Jan 2012 | 7:30 am
    Scientists are reporting identification of two substances in licorice -- used extensively in Chinese traditional medicine -- that kill the major bacteria responsible for tooth decay and gum disease, the leading causes of tooth loss in children and adults. In a study in ACS' Journal of Natural Products, they say that these substances could have a role in treating and preventing tooth decay and gum disease.  Stefan Gafner and colleagues explain that the dried root of the licorice plant is a common treatment in Chinese traditional medicine, especially as a way to enhance the activity of other…

  • Keynote Speaker Dr. Andreas Kurbad - ESTHETIC EGINEERING

    Dr. Dobrina Mollova
    12 Jan 2012 | 8:50 am
    Dr. Andreas Kurbad, Germany Keynote Speaker  An extensive treatment planning is the key for success in esthetic reconstructions. The planning should start with diagnostics. An evaluation of the esthetics is necessary. It can be based on the direct investigation of the patient, but more important is the work with photos and in the last time also videos are used. A lot of analysis can be done with simple methods, for instance using common PC programs like PowerPoint. An excellent design and, in the second place, the predictability of results are very important when restoring teeth in the…

  • 2nd Iraqi Dental Reunion IDA Annual Conference 2012

    Dr. Dobrina Mollova
    12 Jan 2012 | 8:44 am
    Dear Colleagues, It is with great honor and pleasure we welcome you to the 2nd Iraqi Dental Reunion/IDA Annual Conference March 30th – 31st, 2012 Saad Palace, Erbil Iraq. The 1st Iraqi Dental Reunion 2011 was a great success, achieving record attendance and further establishing a reputation as the dental industry's leading regional event. The event welcomed more than 1200 and 400 visitors including dentists and dental technicians from the government and private sector and students coming from all provinces of Iraq. Participants accumulate the latest opinions, trends and insights from…

  • Patient Loyalty in Four Simple Steps

    Elliot Pearson
    5 Jan 2012 | 9:07 am
    Part of ensuring that your dental practice thrives is making sure that you have a steady stream of paying patients. This can come in the form of getting new patients. The process of luring in new patients is known as the “show biz” side of direct marketing. This is because you need to increase your marketing budget, employ creative tactics, and make use of media. But the problem is this – it is expensive to find new customers as compared to keeping existing ones. This is why the smartest way to guarantee your practice’s success is to keep patients loyal. Here are ways to do just that:…
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  • Digital and Social Media for Dentists

    admin
    27 Jan 2012 | 1:54 pm
    Vocus, a “cloud-based marketing and PR software” company, published a report called “State of the Media Report 2012: Evolving and Merging.” In it, we’re told that while pictures and video are becoming increasingly more important in PR, content that’s clear, concise, and compelling is still very important. And, furthermore, “Now, more than ever, we are seeing a crossover between mediums [digital and social media].” What does this mean to you, a dentist? Content is king. In this order, you need a website, Facebook page, blog, microsites, other social media, articles with…

  • 10 Steps to Create a Dentist’s Newsletter

    admin
    26 Jan 2012 | 8:38 am
    This post is part two of “Is Your Dental Office Ready for a Patient Newsletter?” Whether you build your own dental practice newsletter, have your office manager tackle the task, or use a service, these are 10 primary elements you need to consider. Email list: You can’t send an e-newsletter campaign without email addresses! If you subscribe to Demandforce, Smile Reminder, or another patient communication tool, you probably have a list of patient email addresses. Dental offices without a patient email list should start asking for email addresses today. Some patients may not want…

  • Is Your Dental Office Ready for a Patient Newsletter?

    admin
    25 Jan 2012 | 1:35 pm
    Why have a newsletter? The last study I read showed that attracting one new dental patient costs an average of $200. Retaining patients costs much less. In addition to personal phone calls, recall reminders, excellent clinical care, and superior customer service, a patient newsletter may help you retain patients—and attract new patients. A newsletter provides a tangible marketing piece that 1) puts your brand in front of your patients; 2) can be passed on to your patients’ friends and associates; 3) gives you an opportunity to stay connected with patients between visits. Print or Email?
 
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  • Dental Insurance Explanation Brochure for Patients

    Dr. Edward Logan
    12 Jan 2012 | 11:26 am
    As I have stated previously, it is imperative to strive for the collection of accurate co-payments on the date of service.  Many dental offices choose to bill after receiving insurance payment.  Some make an attempt at co-pay collection simply by calculating a percentage of the total fee assessed.  Most patients believe that the estimate they have been given and the co-pay they initially submitted reflect the actual balance that they will owe.  I know how I feel when the auto mechanic provides me an estimate prior to dismantling my vehicle and then surprises me with a much larger bill…

  • How Often Should You Raise Your Fees?

    Dr. Edward Logan
    21 Dec 2011 | 7:58 am
    Over time, you may find that you need to modify your fees based upon patient feedback, equipment and supply prices or overhead costs. Routinely raising fees by 3-5% every 10 months has many advantages. When implementing this adjustment, raising every fee by the same percentage across the board is beneficial. I would suggest not wasting time and energy attempting to adjust each fee separately, perceiving possible negative reactions from patients and insurance companies. These perceptions are usually much worse than reality. The adjustments typically go unnoticed by patients, but serve to add…

  • Case Acceptance–Getting Your Treatment Plans Scheduled

    Dr. Edward Logan
    20 Dec 2011 | 10:15 am
    Treatment plan presentation will vary in methodology from clinician to clinician. Conversion success rates are not always consistent with the type of methodology implemented. One thing being clear, however, is that it is imperative that the clinician effectively communicates how having the outlined treatment completed will benefit the patient.   Experience has taught me that most new patients are skeptical that the dentist is there to take my money, and are leery of aggressive treatment planning on the first visit. I do not refrain from comprehensive treatment planning and I always make…

  • Asking New Patients for Credit Card Confirmation

    Dr. Edward Logan
    15 Dec 2011 | 2:07 pm
    Another seemingly controversial way our practice may stand out from others is that we require a credit card number on file in order for a new patient to book an initial appointment. This may seem to fly in the face of the traditional philosophy of treating the new patient like royalty in your practice, which I happen to agree with by the way. The problem comes when you leave yourself exposed to the whims of someone whom you have never met and with whom you have yet to establish a relationship of trust. Every provider has been burned by this individual far too many times. Even when good…

  • What’s Your Dental Office Collection Percentage?

    Dr. Edward Logan
    13 Dec 2011 | 9:56 am
    photo credit: thebarrowboy All dentists should be acutely aware of the collection percentage in their dental practice and review it on a monthly basis.  The collection percentage in my dental office in an average month will hover around 99%.  We very rarely send patients to collections because we work hard to calculate accurate co-pays and collect payments at the time of service.  I would estimate that less than .01% of my patients ultimately require collection proceedings.  This ratio stands in stark contrast to a practice in which I once associated.  In this practice, it seemed that…
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    News and Reflections for Dental Practice owners, Dental Practitioners, and Dental Students

  • Relocating for a Job?

    25 Jan 2012 | 10:54 am
    Supply and Demand The dental industry is as beholden to this premise as any other consumer service. As a recruiter, I see this in action as I counsel dentists considering their job options. Oftentimes, the supply of doctors in an area is too great and the best decision is to relocate to an area with more demand. For every underworked dentist in downtown Raleigh there is a haggard practice owner in Fayetteville, Greensboro or any other “boro” or “berg” that is 30+ miles away form a major city. For those considering relocating to take advantage of a better opportunity, there are many…

  • Economic Outlook is Modest, with a Chance for Surprise

    7 Jan 2012 | 7:00 am
    In the final moments of trading on the final trading day of the year, the S&P 500 dipped .04 points into the negative for the year, or -0.0032 percent. In many ways it seemed like a fitting conclusion. The questions and concerns that investors, consumers, employers and employees faced in the United States and abroad over the last year have been both foundational and astronomical in their scope, with many left unresolved.  In Europe, a growing chorus of critics has brought into question the future of the world’s largest currencies. In Asia, countries with a massive slice of the…

  • Hiring and Developing Talent in your Office

    28 Dec 2011 | 3:26 pm
    Are Top Performers Born…or Made? K. Anders Ericsson, a psychology professor at Florida State University, has spent years studying top performers from many different fields - science, mathematics, sports, the arts, business, etc. and has come to the conclusion that experts and high achievers are made far more often than born and the driver of their performance is deliberate practice. The researchers found that deliberate practice develops expertise when it incorporates specific goal setting, gives immediate feedback and focuses on technique equally with results. Deliberate practice drives…

  • From Dental CPAs: Dental Associate has Practice Purchase Questions

    15 Dec 2011 | 7:19 pm
    Thanks to our friends over at Dental CPAs we bring you this great thread from Dentaltown regarding Associate transitions. Check them out at www.dentalcpas.com and http://dentalcpas.blogspot.com I'm going to begin a 1-2 year associateship with the opportunity to buy 50% of the practice after that period.  I've hired a practice sales broker/CPA to provide me with a second opinion on the appraised value of the practice.   Jason Wood, Dental Attorney: Is he representing you as a CPA or as a broker?  There is a big difference in fees I…

  • Reaching Top Talent as a Path to Growth

    2 Dec 2011 | 11:00 am
    The recession and broader economic slowdown have given business leaders the cover they need to make sweeping changes to their business structures. For some, it has meant sending core processes overseas, for others, it has meant investing in technology that would automate tasks once carried out by humans. It’s why in the depths of the recession, economic output per hour worked actually skyrocketed, growing at over 5 percent for more than a year. After a decade of lightning-speed technological advancements, the recession was a well-placed opportunity for businesses in almost every sector to…
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  • Chrome Users: Try the WordPress.com Extension

    Christopher Finke
    27 Jan 2012 | 1:54 pm
    Want to receive WordPress.com notifications instantly, even when you’re not on WordPress.com? Add the new WordPress.com extension for Chrome and as soon as you get a new follower or a new like on one of your posts, a notification will appear in your browser: Simply click the icon to view your latest WordPress.com notifications: Start following new blogs without visiting WordPress.com The Chrome extension also makes it easy to follow sites from your WordPress.com account by displaying a Follow button whenever you’re browsing a site that has an RSS feed. Clicking the Follow button…

  • Your Stats Have a New Home

    Andy Skelton
    26 Jan 2012 | 10:46 am
    Are you addicted to checking your site stats? You are not alone. The stats dashboard has always been one of the most popular admin screens. It’s gratifying to know that people are visiting your place online. With the WordPress.com front page evolving into a one-stop shop for posting, exploring, following and reading blogs, it seemed natural to put your blog stats there, too.  Stats are becoming more and more about interacting with your readers and other bloggers. You’ll still see your summary stats and chart on your main dashboard, and the full stats page in your dashboard will…

  • Reblogging is Back!

    Erica Johnson
    22 Jan 2012 | 1:27 pm
    As we mentioned last week, you can like and reblog posts directly from your reader, which displays a stream of all the updates published on all the blogs you follow from your WordPress.com account. We’ve also brought the reblog button back to the toolbar that appears at the top of the screen when you’re logged into WordPress.com. Note that you’ll only see the like and reblog options while you’re looking at individual posts. For example, you’ll see this on the left side of your toolbar while viewing http://en.blog.wordpress.com/2012/01/20/read-blogs: And your…

  • New Theme: Newsy

    Philip Arthur Moore
    20 Jan 2012 | 12:18 pm
    It’s been an extra big week in the news ’round these parts, so much so that the launch announcement of our latest premium theme seems like an extra extra good way to headline our Friday. Newsy is a versatile business and news-friendly theme that offers up to ten different layouts, four footer columns, custom link and accent colors, and a custom site header. Brand and content-focused editorial teams will love publishing with this theme. Newsy: Home Page Designed by Themify, Newsy comes with an impressive set of Theme Options that afford you a great deal of flexibility with how you…

  • Read All Your Favorite Blogs in One Place

    Erica Johnson
    19 Jan 2012 | 6:04 pm
    If you feel like it’s a chore to keep up with all your favorite blogs, you can now read posts from all the blogs you follow (even the ones that aren’t on WordPress.com!) in one convenient place on the WordPress.com home page: Your reader displays all the posts across all the blogs you follow in the order they were published, with the most recent content appearing at the top. You’ll see an excerpt of the introduction to each post, the first image in the post, and thumbnails of any other images that the post contains. You can even like and reblog WordPress.com content directly…
 
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    Natural Gumption Blog

  • Cinnamon Bark – Tooth and Gums Tonic Ingredients

    Natural Gumption
    25 Jan 2012 | 9:52 am
    Cinnamon is a very interesting spice.  Many people eat cinnamon in their pastries, gums, drinks and host of sweets & treats but few realize that cinnamon comes from trees. This flavorful tree was one of the original spices traded, alongside frankincense and myrrh in ancient times. Cinnamon bark As early as 2000 BC, cinnamon was making waves in the cities of Egypt and beyond. It was considered a fine gift and was even a common edible used for offerings to the gods. Because of its value, cinnamon was a well-kept secret and it was not until the 1600’s that the monopoly on this valuable…

  • Echinacea Extract – Tooth and Gums Tonic Ingredients

    Natural Gumption
    23 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pm
    Echinacea A pretty purple daisy is what most people see when they look at Echinacea.  While Echinacea is part of the daisy family, it is also a widely used medicinal herb.  Studies may argue back and forth about the medicinal value of plants, their active ingredients and overall effectiveness but the historical use of Echinacea speaks for itself. Echinacea angustifolia was used for hundreds of years by Native American Indian tribes near and around the plains of the Midwest and other hospitable environments for this prairie-loving plant.  Highly prized for its medicinal qualities, Echinacea…

  • Home Remedy for Bad Breath

    Natural Gumption
    15 Jan 2012 | 2:37 am
    No one wants bad breath but to get rid of it for good you should understand what’s causing it in the first place.  If you already know that it is not smoking or food, like garlic, cheese or coffee that is causing the unpleasant odor, then it’s probably bacteria. Bacteria just love to grow in warm, damp environments like your mouth.  Saliva plays a very active role in your mouth’s fight against bacteria so you should keep it flowing.  Saliva naturally has antibacterial properties, so a dry mouth is very vulnerable to overgrowth of bacteria. By this logic, eating foods that have…

  • How To Stop Bleeding Gums In Their Tracks

    Natural Gumption
    13 Jan 2012 | 2:23 pm
    Bleeding gums are a symptom of disease and to get your gums back to healthy you will have to make a few decisions about your dental health in general.  You need to examine your dental routine and the tools or implements that you use.  An example would be to examine your mouthwash.  If it contains a high percentage of alcohol it could actually be masking some telltale symptoms of gum disease like bad breath. Bleeding gums happen because your gums are irritated, inflamed and infected with harmful bacteria.  What you need to know is how to control the growth of those bacteria and how to…

  • Dr. Joseph Long Discussing the Oral Health Benefits of Dental Herb Company Products

    Natural Gumption
    10 Jan 2012 | 1:10 pm
    Check out this video of Dr. Joseph Long discussing the oral health benefits of Dental Herb Company products. Look at the before and after bacterial slides! Untitled Document    
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  • Digital and Social Media for Dentists

    admin
    27 Jan 2012 | 1:54 pm
    Vocus, a “cloud-based marketing and PR software” company, published a report called “State of the Media Report 2012: Evolving and Merging.” In it, we’re told that while pictures and video are becoming increasingly more important in PR, content that’s clear, concise, and compelling is still very important. And, furthermore, “Now, more than ever, we are seeing a crossover between mediums [digital and social media].” What does this mean to you, a dentist? Content is king. In this order, you need a website, Facebook page, blog, microsites, other social media, articles with…

  • 10 Steps to Create a Dentist’s Newsletter

    admin
    26 Jan 2012 | 8:38 am
    This post is part two of “Is Your Dental Office Ready for a Patient Newsletter?” Whether you build your own dental practice newsletter, have your office manager tackle the task, or use a service, these are 10 primary elements you need to consider. Email list: You can’t send an e-newsletter campaign without email addresses! If you subscribe to Demandforce, Smile Reminder, or another patient communication tool, you probably have a list of patient email addresses. Dental offices without a patient email list should start asking for email addresses today. Some patients may not want…

  • Is Your Dental Office Ready for a Patient Newsletter?

    admin
    25 Jan 2012 | 1:35 pm
    Why have a newsletter? The last study I read showed that attracting one new dental patient costs an average of $200. Retaining patients costs much less. In addition to personal phone calls, recall reminders, excellent clinical care, and superior customer service, a patient newsletter may help you retain patients—and attract new patients. A newsletter provides a tangible marketing piece that 1) puts your brand in front of your patients; 2) can be passed on to your patients’ friends and associates; 3) gives you an opportunity to stay connected with patients between visits. Print or Email?
 
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    The Science of Dentistry

  • Top 10 Dental Tips For Children

    Dr. Todd Welch
    27 Jan 2012 | 9:30 pm
    There’s no need to wait until your baby actually has teeth to lay the foundations for good oral or general health. In fact, good nutrition and oral hygiene can start right away. It is up to you to develop the routines that will help protect your child from tooth decay and other oral health problems. So let’s get started! 1) Start Proper Oral Hygiene Habits ASAP Gently clean your infant’s gums and newly erupting first teeth after each feeding with a water-soaked gauze pad to clean around the teeth and gums. 2) Brush With Care When your baby’s teeth begin to erupt, brush…

  • Understanding Dental Credentialing

    Dr. Todd Welch
    26 Jan 2012 | 7:43 pm
    Dental Specialties Thanks to some creative marketing schemes and weekend education courses, consumers are often mislead about the credentials of some dental practitioners. The foundational dental credential is the DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) or the DMD (Doctor of Medical Dentistry). Those who have completed three or more years of additional training at an accredited institution become specialists in one or more of the 9 disciplines recognized by the American Dental Association (ADA): Dental Public Health Endodontics Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Oral and…

  • Space Age Technology At The Dentist

    Dr. Todd Welch
    25 Jan 2012 | 4:59 pm
    Cone Beam Technology Biomedical engineers used advanced cone beam imaging technology to take a series of three dimensional x-rays, which enabled them to create a detailed three dimensional picture of the patient’s mouth. Better images allow dentists to increase their understanding of the patient’s mouth and predict the outcome of procedures with improved accuracy. Space-age technology, biomedical engineering and computer science — they’re all coming soon to your dentist’s office near you. It’s revolutionary science that could help give you a healthier smile. In the…

  • Reverse Numbness After Dental Work With OraVerse

    Dr. Todd Welch
    24 Jan 2012 | 8:39 pm
    OraVerse A quick trip to the dentist with dental local anesthesia can turn into an afternoon of numb cheeks, slurred speech, a crooked smile and maybe even a little drool. But it doesn’t have to anymore. There’s a new solution for this problem called OraVerse. OraVerse is an anesthesia reversal agent that diminishes the numbing effects following a dental procedure.  This helps you get back to your normal routine much more quickly than the average recovery time. For those of you in the workforce, time is money, and not being able to take phone calls or attend meetings represents…

  • DrQuickLook™ Intraoral Dental Viewer

    Dr. Todd Welch
    23 Jan 2012 | 3:16 pm
    DrQuickLook DrQuickLook Intraoral Dental Viewer is portable, convenient and requires no training, no software, no external monitor, and no computer or USB cords. Users can learn how to use it in 1 minute; it’s that easy. DrQuickLook can freeze remarkably sharp crystal clear images one at a time, then zoom by 3X and has a live survey mode. It consists of a hand-held 1.3 megapixel camera viewer wand with 6 LED’s, the hand-held viewer wand is attached to a hand-held viewer with a large 3.5 in color LCD monitor that displays the image being captured inside of the patient’s mouth.
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    Rao Dentistry

  • 7 Tips for the Best Teeth Whitening Experience, Ever

    Rao Dentistry
    23 Jan 2012 | 8:51 pm
    You want a smile that dazzles. That entices. A smile that gleams, that lights up your face and the room. And you can get it. Teeth whitening may be the only thing standing between you and that bright, white smile you desire. Luckily, there are plenty of options available today. Your first stop may be partaking the offerings of the drug store i.e. whitening strips. If that gets you results, great. Mission accomplished. If that doesn’t quite do the trick, head over to your dentist’s office for the next level of whitening pizazz. From your dentist, the take-home kit is (in my opinion) THE…

  • Life Is Short. Smile More.

    Rao Dentistry
    16 Jan 2012 | 8:23 pm
    It’s an often-forgotten fact that the mouth is connected to the rest of the body. When this simple little truth is forgotten, it skips your attention that it’s part of the whole I-need-to-breathe airway system, this is where each and every bite of your food enters. You use it to smile, to laugh, to speak and communicate with someone else. It’s a place to put on your lipstick. To kiss your lover, or blow out the candles on your child’s birthday cake. If you have a serious health issue, your mouth knows it (even if you can’t see it). Your mouth (more accurately,…

  • SMILE! It’s Wacky Wednesday: The Time Is Now

    Rao Dentistry
    10 Jan 2012 | 11:48 pm
    Who wants this clock? Anyone? (214) 522-3110        www.raodentistry.com

  • When It Comes To Your Teeth . . . WTF?

    Rao Dentistry
    2 Jan 2012 | 10:30 pm
    When was the last time you took a shower? Today? Or maybe yesterday? Did you make sure you  . . . um . . . visited all your body parts, or did you skip a few? Maybe you thought, eh, I don’t need to wash my feet or under my arms today. Perhaps next week. Most likely, you didn’t. Why would anyone? There’s nothing like feeling clean from head to toe. Yet most people do skip getting totally clean when it comes to their mouth. So I have to ask. W.T.F.? Where’s The Floss? Millions of bacteria live in our mouth, and the whole purpose of keeping it clean is to keep their…

  • Easy Tips to Keep Your Smile Holiday Happy and Healthy

    Rao Dentistry
    19 Dec 2011 | 8:45 pm
    Temps in the 60s. A light sweater. Tamales. Pecan pie. In other words, Christmas! That’s how we do it in Texas. The anticipation builds for months, and for a few days we get together with family and friends to celebrate one of the (if not THE) happiest times of the year. With much food, drink and merry-ing, you’re bound to use your teeth at some point. Maybe to chew, to smile, perhaps even to open a beer bottle. Don’t smirk…it happens. Having a dental difficulty is hardly convenient in everyday life, let alone the holiday season. While it helps if you’ve been…
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    DentistIdentity.com

  • Be A Better Blogger This Year

    Bill
    24 Jan 2012 | 4:22 am
    Are you starting off the New Year with a new blog for your practice or dental website? Or probably you’re thinking about sprucing up your current website with arresting content? According to people whose occupations rely on reading large volumes of blogs, what does the trick is being unique and trying different things. There are two factors which determine the success of your blog posts – information and your audience. Here are some tips on how to blog better this year: Avoid Recycling Content For those who know the ins and outs of the World Wide Web and avid internet surfers, they can…

  • Why All Dental Websites Should Have A Blog

    Bill
    19 Jan 2012 | 9:02 am
    In this age of web-informed patients, blogs are golden opportunities for dentists. These blogs enhance dental practice and keep patients informed about services and features that your dental office has. Generally, a blog refers to a post or a personal journal published in the web. This may be created by a group or a single person. More and more dentists have seen the promise of dental blogs in increasing their clienteles over the years. This goes to show that there is a healthy relationship between blogs and dental sites. They can make a lot of difference on one’s website rank and remain…

  • Eight Tried and Tested Tips for Improving Dental Website SEO

    Bill
    18 Jan 2012 | 8:33 am
    Search engine optimization is a word which we have often heard being thrown around when the subject turns to gaining exposure for your website. It’s true that SEO is not something which you can embark on and gain overnight success with. On the other hand, SEO is a never ending process. Although it can be quite difficult to come up with effective ways to make your website search engine optimized, here are a few tried and tested tips. 1. When using Java script for drop down menus, image maps or image links, be particular about including text links anywhere on the page so that spiders still…

  • Riding the Trending Wave and Getting More Links

    Bill
    17 Jan 2012 | 10:50 am
    Linking is an integral part of getting more traffic to your dental website. One of the main advantages of using links to promote your website is that you need only use a relatively small amount of resources. In order to get more links, a lot of individuals have been taking advantage of trending topics. What’s great about promoting trending content is that you can get more links by riding this wave and making the masses do some of the work in your behalf. Doing Your Homework In order for this to work for you, you need to do your own research as well. You can follow the news and look for news…

  • Event Blogging for Effective Link Building

    Bill
    17 Jan 2012 | 10:45 am
    No matter which sector you represent, chances are that you’ll be attending a couple of conferences or local events. This is because people do not live in vacuum. In this age, you can blog about almost anything and reap the rewards of link. This article will cover the different ways of effectively blogging about events with SEO and link building as your goals. Before the Event Preparation starts even before the event. There are a number of questions which you should ask yourself when you’re preparing for an event. Who are writing online about the event? If the event is something to watch…
 
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    Rao Dentistry

  • 7 Tips for the Best Teeth Whitening Experience, Ever

    Rao Dentistry
    23 Jan 2012 | 8:51 pm
    You want a smile that dazzles. That entices. A smile that gleams, that lights up your face and the room. And you can get it. Teeth whitening may be the only thing standing between you and that bright, white smile you desire. Luckily, there are plenty of options available today. Your first stop may be partaking the offerings of the drug store i.e. whitening strips. If that gets you results, great. Mission accomplished. If that doesn’t quite do the trick, head over to your dentist’s office for the next level of whitening pizazz. From your dentist, the take-home kit is (in my opinion) THE…

  • Life Is Short. Smile More.

    Rao Dentistry
    16 Jan 2012 | 8:23 pm
    It’s an often-forgotten fact that the mouth is connected to the rest of the body. When this simple little truth is forgotten, it skips your attention that it’s part of the whole I-need-to-breathe airway system, this is where each and every bite of your food enters. You use it to smile, to laugh, to speak and communicate with someone else. It’s a place to put on your lipstick. To kiss your lover, or blow out the candles on your child’s birthday cake. If you have a serious health issue, your mouth knows it (even if you can’t see it). Your mouth (more accurately,…

  • SMILE! It’s Wacky Wednesday: The Time Is Now

    Rao Dentistry
    10 Jan 2012 | 11:48 pm
    Who wants this clock? Anyone? (214) 522-3110        www.raodentistry.com

  • When It Comes To Your Teeth . . . WTF?

    Rao Dentistry
    2 Jan 2012 | 10:30 pm
    When was the last time you took a shower? Today? Or maybe yesterday? Did you make sure you  . . . um . . . visited all your body parts, or did you skip a few? Maybe you thought, eh, I don’t need to wash my feet or under my arms today. Perhaps next week. Most likely, you didn’t. Why would anyone? There’s nothing like feeling clean from head to toe. Yet most people do skip getting totally clean when it comes to their mouth. So I have to ask. W.T.F.? Where’s The Floss? Millions of bacteria live in our mouth, and the whole purpose of keeping it clean is to keep their…

  • Easy Tips to Keep Your Smile Holiday Happy and Healthy

    Rao Dentistry
    19 Dec 2011 | 8:45 pm
    Temps in the 60s. A light sweater. Tamales. Pecan pie. In other words, Christmas! That’s how we do it in Texas. The anticipation builds for months, and for a few days we get together with family and friends to celebrate one of the (if not THE) happiest times of the year. With much food, drink and merry-ing, you’re bound to use your teeth at some point. Maybe to chew, to smile, perhaps even to open a beer bottle. Don’t smirk…it happens. Having a dental difficulty is hardly convenient in everyday life, let alone the holiday season. While it helps if you’ve been…
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    The Dental Implant Blog

  • Yankee Dental Congress 2012

    teresaduncan
    25 Jan 2012 | 8:26 pm
    This year the weather in Boston is chilly but not snowy and for that I’m thankful! If you are at the meeting stop in to one of the four classes I’m giving and say hi. My insurance course is Thursday morning and Friday afternoon. My accounts receivable and revenue class is Friday morning. Finally on Saturday morning I’ll speak on the Foundations of Dental Office Management. I’m honored to have been asked to speak again here and always look forward to a busy meeting here in Boston. Hope to see some of you soon!

  • The DALE Foundation Launches Chairside Review Course and Infection Control Practice Test

    teresaduncan
    18 Jan 2012 | 5:14 am
    CHICAGO (Jan. 11, 2012) — The DALE Foundation has recently launched two new interactive e-learning products: the DANB GC Review Part I and the DANB ICE Practice Test. The DANB GC Review Part I is an online course that covers important topics and patient scenarios related to general chairside assisting — making it a great primer to begin preparing for the DANB General Chairside Assisting (GC) exam or as a way to earn 12 CDE credits. The GC exam is a component exam of DANB’s Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) exam. The other two components are the Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) and…

  • Beyond The Operatory Workshop March 9-10, 2012

    teresaduncan
    17 Jan 2012 | 7:23 am
    Dr. Tony Stefanou and I will offer a 2-day workshop focused on non-clinical opportunities within the dental field. Between the two of us we have run into many friends and colleagues that ask us how to transition out of the dental office and into speaking, sales and consulting. Our combined experience gives us some unique insight into navigating the world of sponsorship, securing a sales job and speaking/consulting as an expert. We’ll also share our resource list that we use on an almost daily basis for our businesses. Past attendees have remarked that they are blown away by how much…

  • Top 5 Facts Your Patients Don’t Know About Energy Drinks

    teresaduncan
    16 Jan 2012 | 5:57 am
    Today’s post is from guest blogger Robert Milton.  He blogs for Austin Dental Center, an Austin dentist, who specializes in mercury-free fillings and dental implants. I’m one of billions.  I enjoy my cup of coffee in the morning like the majority of the world.  Although I’ve learned through the years to limit myself to two cups (most days) and then move on to water.  With our overworked and under-rested modern society, many feel they need coffee just to get their brain going before they can even think about starting their day.  However, more people are reaching for energy…

  • Breathalyzers in the Dental Office?

    teresaduncan
    12 Jan 2012 | 3:19 am
    Sure! But not for why you think. Researchers have found a way to detect signs of cancer by analyzing your breath. It’s not a stretch to think that this would be a test offered by the dental office. Click here to read about it
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  • Half Price Special Offer For Under 16′s and Over 65′s

    sanjay
    22 Jan 2012 | 5:49 pm
    Make February The MonthFor Dental Fitness!   Are you the parent of an under sixteen year old? Perhaps you are over 65 or know someone who is over 65. If either are true then February could be an important month for oral and dental health. Your Teeth Are Wonderful - Whatever Age You Are!                     Throughout the month of February, Absolute Dental Care are offering dental treatment for only  HALF PRICE on Mondays for all existing and new patients who are either under 16 or over 65. Why?  It is unfortunately the case that both…

  • January 2012 Newsletter

    sanjay
    17 Jan 2012 | 6:34 pm
    DOWNLOAD QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER NOW!   Our quarterly newsletter (January 2012) is now available to download as a pdf from our blog page.  Just click on the link on the right side under the heading ‘Newsletters’. Our past newsletters are also available at the same place.   Latest newsletter now available

  • Crown Offer For One Lucky FB Fan!

    sanjay
    16 Jan 2012 | 4:20 am
    Half Price Crown Offer   Half Price Dental Crown Offer   Special Offer for FB fans only: Dental Crown BOGOHP – yes buy one get one half price! T’s & C’s 1st person to email info@absolutedental.ie before 5pm Wednesday 18th January gets this superb offer – please ensure you tell us your name, address and phone number. Consultation must be booked and taken by Wednesday 25th January and treatment undertaken within 2 weeks. Not valid with any other offers, discount, or club discount. Can be one person needing 2 crowns, or 2 people needing one crown. If 2…

  • What Were Your New Year’s Dental Resolutions?

    sanjay
    10 Jan 2012 | 5:40 pm
    Were your teeth on the resolution list? The year comes and goes very quickly and the one thing we notice in January of a New Year is how many of you regret not having your teeth in pristine condition. We are now into the second week on the new year and we have compiled a ‘top five’ New Years Resolutions to follow to be sure 2012 will be a wonderful year for healthy teeth. What Are Your New Year Dental Resolutions? Your Top 5 Dental Resolutions for the New Year ”I will visit the dentist twice a year for examinations and cleanings. I know that this will ensure any problems…

  • A Great Wedding Smile

    sanjay
    8 Jan 2012 | 7:28 am
    Are You Getting Married This Summer? So you’re getting married?  You’ve have booked the venue. Check. You’ve selected best man, maid of honour, brides maids. Check. Booked dress fittings. Check. You can be sure that whilst you will be fretting about all the multitude of details for the big day, there’s only one thing your wedding guests will be looking at all day – your smile. So you're planning for your wedding? When it come to one of the biggest days of your life – your wedding day – you need your smile to be just perfect. After all, it will be…
 
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  • Current economic trends impacting the dental industry - Feb 01,2012

    The Whole Tooth
    31 Jan 2012 | 7:00 pm
    We are excited to have Kevin Henry from Dental Economics on to us all about "Current Economic Trends Impacting the Dental Industry”. Like always, join your hosts Hogan Allen & Richard Train, along with occasional clinical guest hosts, for "The Whole Tooth". The show airs every Tuesday at 8 P.M. EST, with a weekly conversation with not only the "whos who" in dentistry, but many other experts who you ‘should’ get to know. "The Whole Tooth" is the premier internet radio show for dental practices which discusses how you can make more money, save more money and improve processes…

  • Using Bioactive Materials to Achieve Proactive Dental Care - Jan 25,2012

    The Whole Tooth
    24 Jan 2012 | 7:00 pm
    We are honored to have Dr. John Comisi on to educate us all about "Using Bioactive Materials to Achieve proactive Dental Care”. Like always, join your hosts Hogan Allen & Richard Train, along with occasional clinical guest hosts, for "The Whole Tooth". The show airs every Tuesday at 8 P.M. EST, with a weekly conversation with not only the "whos who" in dentistry, but many other experts who you ‘should’ get to know. "The Whole Tooth" is the premier internet radio show for dental practices which discusses how you can make more money, save more money and improve processes for…

  • What's new in High-tech Dentistry? with Dr. Marty Jablow - Jan 18,2012

    The Whole Tooth
    17 Jan 2012 | 7:00 pm
    We are honored to have Dr. Marty Jablow on to educate us all about "Whats new in High-Tech Dentistry”. Like always, join your hosts Hogan Allen & Richard Train, along with occasional clinical guest hosts, for "The Whole Tooth". The show airs every Tuesday at 8 P.M. EST, with a weekly conversation with not only the "whos who" in dentistry, but many other experts who you ‘should’ get to know. "The Whole Tooth" is the premier internet radio show for dental practices which discusses how you can make more money, save more money and improve processes for everyone in your dental…

  • Get Your Patients to Want even more Dentistry w/RT & Hogan - Jan 11,2012

    The Whole Tooth
    10 Jan 2012 | 7:00 pm
    We are back! As always, trying to continue to do our little part to bring awareness to different parts of Dentistry. This week, your hosts Richard Train and Hogan Allen are back to discuss how to “Get YOUR Dental Patients to want even more Dentistry”. Like always, join your hosts Hogan Allen and Richard Train for a FUN and FREE 45 minutes on The Whole Tooth. The show airs every Tuesday at 8 pm EST.The Whole Tooth is the premier talk radio show for dental practices includes topics like: clinical dentistry, what’s hot in hygiene, practice management, internet strategies,…

  • Kick Start Your Dental Practice in 2012 with Hollie Bryant - Jan 04,2012

    The Whole Tooth
    3 Jan 2012 | 7:00 pm
    We are so excited to start 2012 with our good friend Hollie Bryant. She will be helping everyone "Kick start your Dental Practice in 2012". Like always, join your hosts Hogan Allen & Richard Train, along with occasional clinical guest hosts, for "The Whole Tooth". The show airs every Tuesday at 8 P.M. EST, with a weekly conversation with not only the "whos who" in dentistry, but many other experts who you ‘should’ get to know. "The Whole Tooth" is the premier internet radio show for dental practices which discusses how you can make more money, save more money and improve processes…
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