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Brookside dental bellevue has new features

Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist Choosing the Best Dentistry — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 00:30:00 +0100

BELLEVUE DENTISTS HAVE NEW FEATURES AND EQUIPMENT Bellevue Dentists, Dr Brian Cave and Dr Cynthia Pauley, since being featured in Seattle Met Magazine, have been very busy doing many new things at Brookside Dental, Bellevue, WA. They have remodeled all of the eight dental operatories with new equipment, new fixtures and furniture. Additionally, they put in new modern stations for all of the new dental equipment. We will have some photos of all the new features to post shortly and most likely a video showing the new dentistry features. The patients have indicated how comfortable and modern the redone dentistry operatories are at our Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist facility. We will continue to add features that have a positive effect for our patients both in terms of their comfort and better tech...

Are Your Patients as Passionate as You Are?

Dental Heroes — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 04:30:56 +0100

The attitude and overall feeling of a client can be greatly influenced by the attitude and enthusiasm shown by a dentist or member of the dental team. These qualities are contagious and can lead to much more enjoyable dental experience. After all, there aren’t too many people who really look forward to or feel passionate about a visit to their dentist! Enthusiasm is Contagious However, if when they do visit they are met by an enthusiastic team, lead by a dentist who shows passion and pride in what they do, it is more than likely they will be swept along and adopt the very same levels of enthusiasm. In our practice we feel that the solution is to not bombard all of our clients by telling them constantly how passionate we are, but to demonstrate it each and every day so that it is obvious ...

Two Important Lessons from My Much Procrastinated Trip to the Dentist

World of Psychology — Mon, 02 May 2011 19:08:24 +0100

The other day, I finally went to the dentist. I was due for a check-up in July, and for the last eight months, I’ve been moving the reminder card around my office and coming up with new excuses about why I couldn’t make an appointment. I made the Thursday, went in, and the whole process took thirty-eight minutes from the time I picked up a magazine in the waiting room to the time I walked out the door holding my bag with freebie toothbrush and floss. I walked the twenty-five blocks to get there, too, on this beautiful spring afternoon, so even half of my travel time was well-spent. From this experience, I draw two lessons for myself — both of which were quite apparent to me, although I neglected to act on them… 1. Procrastination is itself draining. That reminder c...

Porcelain veneer interview with cynthia pauley dds

Brookside Dental's Blog — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 04:16:05 +0100

Bizymoms Interviews Bellevue Dentist About Porcelain Veneers Following in an interview with Dr Cynthia Pauley, a Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist, that was conducted by Bizymoms a website devoted to helped mothers with things including dentistry. The entire interview was reprinted on a website devoted to porcelain veneers. An Interview With Dr. Pauley, A Qualified Dentist In Bellevue Portrait of Dr Pauley's Patient After Porcelain Veneers The this patient has a porcelain veneers video testimonial which may be observed on You Tube as well as the before and after porcelain veneers photos of the beautiful work done at Brookside Dental, Bellevue, WA. Will porcelain veneers look like my natural teeth? When placed correctly they are extremely natural looking. Attention to detail is important. The co...

TOP DENTISTS 2011 Say No More Gummy Smiles

Brookside Dental's Blog — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 03:48:43 +0100

This article quoted Bellevue Cosmetic Dentists at Brookside Dental in Bellevue, WA, as the source of information for this interesting article. The article is shown here exactly as it appeared in Seattle Met Magazine. Now matter how straight, pearly white, and healthy your teeth are, your overexposed gums may prevent your smile from showing its fullest potential. That’s where the Odyssey soft-tissue laser comes in. Invented with the aim of improving a “gummy smile,” the laser reshapes gum lines with precision and with less bleeding and discomfort than other methods. Brookside Dental, a family-owned practice with a relaxed, spalike environment has used the laser for over five years. Dr. Pat Pauley, now retired, says, “It’s a great way to improve the shape of gums, and healing time...

Brookside Dental-Dentists Bellevue, WA

Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist Choosing the Best Dentistry — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 01:46:00 +0100

RECENT VIDEO BROOKSIDE DENTAL, BELLEVUE, WANew video discusses some of the various dentistry treatments that are available at Brookside Dental, Bellevue, WA. Both Dr Cynthia Pauley and Dr Brian Cave are excellent dentists that each have several years of restorative and cosmetic dentistry experience.For additional information about the dentists visit our newly completed website at http://www.brooksidedental.com (Source: Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist Choosing the Best Dentistry)

USA topDentists Selects Dr Cynthia Pauley

Brookside Dental's Blog — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 03:05:52 +0100

Dr Cynthia Pauley, a Bellevue WA family and cosmetic dentist has recently been listed as one of the Top Dentists for 2010-2011 by USAtopdentists website. Dr Cindy received a letter from USAtopDentists that stated, “We are pleased to inform you that you have been selected by a vote of your peers to be included in the 2011 list of topDentists. The listings from your area will appear online immediately [2010] at www.usatopdentists.com and will [also] appear on www.seattlemet.com during 2011.” Selection into USAtopDentists is based on an extensive peer-review process which includes a survey of hundreds of dentists and specialists throughout the Seattle Area. These dentists and specialists cast votes on the abilities of other dentists and specialists and these votes were tabulated t...

Dr Cynthia Pauley Selected to UsatopDentists

Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist Choosing the Best Dentistry — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 00:22:00 +0100

Dr Cynthia Pauley, a Bellevue WA family and cosmetic dentist has recently been listed as one of the Top Dentist for 2010-2011 by USAtopdentists website. In a letter received by topDentists to Dr Cindy, it was stated, "We are pleased to inform you that you have been selected by a vote of your peers to be included in the 2011 list of topDentists. The listings from your area will appear online immediately [2010] at www.usatopdentists.com and will [also] appear on www.seattlemet.com during 2011." This is the website for popular Seattle Met Magazine.In the letter to Dr Cindy it stated, "Because topDentists is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey in which hundreds of dentists and specialists throughout the Seattle area cast thousands of "votes" on the abilities of other dentists and special...

EMR Stimulus Q and A: EMR Stimulus Money and Dentists

EMR and HIPAA — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 20:38:27 +0100

I must admit that the following question is one that I don’t have a very good answer to. However, I’ll offer what I know and hopefully the readers of the site can also chime in with their thoughts in the comments of this post. This question was posted in the comments of my previous EMR Stimulus question and answer post. Can you help out another reader with a pressing question? Where can I find a good listing of EHRs for dentists? I’m looking specifically for ONC certified products that cater to dental practices and I’m coming up short so far. I know that DDS/DMDs can qualify for incentives under ARRA and they’ll be dinged on the Medicare side if they don’t use EHRs, but how are they supposed to comply if the software’s not out there for them? IR...

Dental Recovery

Recovery Is Sexy.com — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 16:51:02 +0100

This article may help but one may also consider seeing a dentist. With all the whitening and brightening products available for your teeth, it’s easy to forget that cosmetics aren’t enough to achieve a healthy mouth. There’s regular brushing and flossing, of course, but your teeth and gums need even more. Like the rest of your body, good health in your mouth starts with getting the right dietary nutrients. What you eat makes a difference in whether your gums, teeth and the bone they attach to are able to stand strong against plaque bacteria that can cause disease. Among the dental health nutritional standouts: Calcium: The more milk, cheese and yogurt you consume, the less likely you are to develop periodontal, or gum, disease, a chronic bacterial infection. Calcium is i...

The Weekly Scoop in Healthcare Social Media #42

Fox ePractice — Sat, 23 Oct 2010 00:40:01 +0100

This article discusses not only some of those providers and their efforts but also addresses some concerns that LTC providers have when it comes to social media. Read the report… // < ![CDATA[ // < ![CDATA[ // < ![CDATA[ // < ![CDATA[ // < ![CDATA[ new TWTR.Widget({ version: 2, type: 'profile', rpp: 2, interval: 6000, width: 250, height: 250, theme: { shell: { background: '#e4eff2', color: '#007e9a' }, tweets: { background: '#FBFBFB', color: '#595959', links: '#007e9a' } }, features: { scrollbar: false, loop: false, live: false, hashtags: true, timestamp: true, avatars: false, behavior: 'all' } }).render().setUser('longtermliving').start(); // ]]> This Week’s The Chair of Cheer “The Chair of Cheer” is our p...

Bellevue dentist single anterior tooth replacement

Brookside Dental's Blog — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 02:38:11 +0100

THE COSMETIC DENTISTRY CHALLENGE OF FIXING A SINGLE FRONT TOOTH Cosmetic Dentistry alteration of a single anterior tooth to give the result of a beautiful smile would appear to be a relatively easy process compared to restoring several anterior teeth to accomplish an amazing smile. One tooth should be much less challenging and time consuming than working with several front teeth. However, in fact the opposite may often be the case. Changing a single front tooth is a significant cosmetic dentistry challenge from the perspective of the cosmetic dentist. When dealing with a single anterior tooth that needs to be restored, either a porcelain veneer or a porcelain crown, the restored single tooth must match exactly or have a highly compatible relationship to the teeth surrounding teeth in all a...

The Weekly Scoop in Healthcare Social Media #39

Fox ePractice — Fri, 01 Oct 2010 20:21:25 +0100

At Fox ePractice we’re committed to providing you with everything you need to understand, position yourself, and to take advantage of the fundamental shift that is taking place in marketing a medical practice. To that end, each week this page will highlight some of the best content that we have come across on the web in order to further your knowledge of the opportunities before you. We will showcase both Healthcare Social Media experts who speak out on the subject, as well as those sites that demonstrate what we feel are healthy examples of how to put the concept of Web 2.0 to work for their healthcare businesses. So read on … and “get the scoop”: Top Five Reasons Dentists Will Not Use Social Media “Too Many Pieces” … Not “Not Enough Time” &...

Heart disease and stroke linked to gum disease

Brookside Dental's Blog — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 02:38:56 +0100

GUM DISEASE LINKED TO HEART DISEASE AND STROKE Periodontal Disease Relationship to Heart Disease and Stroke Brookside Dental Blog Bellevue Dentists at Brookside Dental in Bellevue, WA, have observed that periodontal disease, commonly called gum disease, can be a problem which can interfere with the creation of a beautiful smile. Cosmetic dentists in Bellevue, WA, have previously discussed that periodontal disease is a major smile enemy. People that have serious gum disease will need to have this problem corrected by their Bellevue Cosmetic Dentists before they can have any dentistry smile makeover work performed, such as that done with porcelain veneers. Once periodontal disease is corrected, your cosmetic dentist will be able to create a beautiful smile using porcelain veneers or other c...

Brookside dental patient review websites

Brookside Dental's Blog — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 00:12:13 +0100

BROOKSIDE DENTAL PATIENT REVIEWS Brookside Dental Home Page BROOKSIDE DENTAL in Bellevue, Washington, along with other dentistry websites is listed on dozens of web review sites. How valuable these various review listings are is very difficult to comprehend. It seems that each day new local search sites appear on the web. Sometimes I get emails that are requesting to have advertising of our cosmetic dentistry practice on a local or national website. Other times I just find sites that have our listing and I need to go in and claim it. The obvious places that one sees their site listed in is Google Local, Yahoo Local or Bing Local. These have been outlined very well in a book by my friends Richard Geasey and Shannon Evans that is titled, “GET FOUND NOW! LOCAL SEARCH SECRETS EXPOSED.” I...

The Weekly Scoop in Healthcare Social Media #36

Fox ePractice — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 18:40:19 +0100

This article addresses how much time users spend on Facebook, the effectiveness of Facebook ads and trends among online merchants. Read the report… // < ![CDATA[ new TWTR.Widget({ version: 2, type: 'profile', rpp: 2, interval: 6000, width: 250, height: 250, theme: { shell: { background: '#e4eff2', color: '#007e9a' }, tweets: { background: '#FBFBFB', color: '#595959', links: '#007e9a' } }, features: { scrollbar: false, loop: false, live: false, hashtags: true, timestamp: true, avatars: false, behavior: 'all' } }).render().setUser('amyporterfield').start(); // ]]> This Week’s The Chair of Cheer “The Chair of Cheer” is our pick of the week display of great social media execution in the healthcare industry. ...

Dr Cynthia Pauley “Best of Everything” TOP Dentist for 2009

Brookside Dental's Blog — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 03:22:58 +0100

DR CYNTHIA PAULEY SEATTLE MAGAZINE “BEST OF EVERYTHING” DENTISTRY 2009 TOP DENTIST Dr Cindy Pauley Gets Seattle Magazine TOP Dentist Honor Each year Seattle Magazine has a reader survey where all types of professions, businesses, and services are voted on by the readers of the magazine. There are many major categories such as healthcare, beauty, restaurants and others. Under each of the major categories there are several subcategories. Under healthcare for example, there are subcategories of Cosmetic Dentist, Skin Care, Plastic Surgeon, and Hospital. The current “Best of Everything” for 2009 is posted at the Seattle Magazine website. Those receiving a required minimum number of reader votes are listed in the Seattle Magazine “Best of Everything”. Searching the Dentists categor...

Dentist Thomas Grams Confirmed Killed in Afgan Attack

Inside Surgery — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 02:33:21 +0100

Dentist Thomas Grams of Colorado has been confirmed killed in the Taliban attack on a medical aid team working in a remote province of Afghanistan. Grams left his practice in 2008 to work full time giving dental care to impoverished children in Afghanistan. (Source: Inside Surgery)

The Weekly Scoop in Healthcare Social Media #29

Fox ePractice — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 22:14:31 +0100

At Fox ePractice we’re committed to providing you with everything you need to understand, position yourself, and to take advantage of the fundamental shift that is taking place in marketing a medical practice. To that end, each week this page will highlight some of the best content that we have come across on the web in order to further your knowledge of the opportunities before you. We will showcase both Healthcare Social Media experts who speak out on the subject, as well as those sites that demonstrate what we feel are healthy examples of how to put the concept of Web 2.0 to work for their healthcare businesses. So read on … and “get the scoop”: yes How Does One Deal With Physician Rating Sites? We have great transparency in the world of Web 2.0. But negative comments on...

Free Google Tools for Dentists

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 13:55:43 +0100

Google offers some pretty cool FREE tools that you may want to get on board with, primarily Google Local and Google Alerts. Google Local (Google Maps or Google Places) This little tool will get your business on the map. The Google Map. If you don’t claim your listing, someone else may. And there’s nothing you can do about it! Google takes precautions to prevent this, but your best bet is to claim your listing now. It just takes a minute. Go to http://local.google.com. In the left sidebar, you’ll see a hyperlink that says “Put your business on Google Maps.” Click it! If you don’t have a Google account, go ahead and set one up. If you do have an account, simply choose Google Places from your main Google Accounts page. Then just follow the instructions to get your business listed....

Putting Your Money Where the Mouths Are

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 18:49:01 +0100

Transworld Systems White Paper Dental Visit www.web.transworldsystems.com/douggraham/ for more information. View more documents from Doug Graham. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry)

Best of Our Blogs: July 20, 2010

World of Psychology — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 13:08:19 +0100

Today, one door closed for me. Yet, last week another one flew wide open. Even with the happy news, this recent event could have put me on a one way street towards disappointment, pessimism and despair. And to be honest, it did for at least most of my morning. But something shifted in me. Maybe it’s all of the inspiring articles I get to read here. Like this week’s post on learning how to be mindful of all moments and accept them for what they are. Still, it was difficult at first. Kind of like going to the dentist or grieving over a lost friendship, my impulse was to distract and detach. But I pressed on. Like you, I’m learning as I go along. Specifically, that life’s not about rigidity and always getting what I want. And that this closed door could be a sign of so...

Social Media in Dentistry

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 13:42:14 +0100

We can talk about whether Facebook and Twitter are good for dental marketing all day long, and everyone has an opinion… “I believe social media is one of the most important marketing tools to emerge since the creation of the World Wide Web.” ~ Fred Joyal’s Blog “No online social networking personally or professionally anymore. Most of it is a waste of time. I’d rather spend the valuable time with my wife and kids who have also decided not to do any of the online social networking anymore.” ~ The Wealthy Dentist Blog Ohio Prosthodontist “With social media growing at an unprecedented rate and a large percentage of our patients participating on these popular channels daily, the decision to establish our own space on these social networks was easy. Now our prac...

TNT Dental offers Custom Patient Galleries

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 17:11:18 +0100

This week, the folks at TNT Dental shared some of their most fabuloso before-and-after galleries. Check it out at www.tips.TNTDental.com. TNT Dental is a custom website and hosting company that specializes in search engine optimization for dental practices. For nearly a decade, the expert graphic designers, web technicians, and dental copywriters at TNT have created some of the top dental websites in the United States and Canada. Always on top of technology, TNT recently premiered TNTmobile, a smart phone application for dentist websites. If your website needs a makeover, or if you’d like to launch your Internet marketing to amazing new heights, call TNT Dental today at 877-868-4932. They have a habit of making dentists smile. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry)

Bellevue dentist elected new president of seattle-king county dental society

Brookside Dental's Blog — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 01:51:26 +0100

NEW DENTAL SOCIETY PRESIDENT A BELLEVUE WASHINGTON DENTIST Dr Cynthia Pauley Elected New President of Seattle-King County Dental Society Dr Cynthia Pauley, Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist, recently was elected as the new President of the Seattle-King County Dental Society (SKCDS) in April 2010. She has served as Secretary of SKCDS and also as a member of the SKCDS Executive Council for 8 years, during which time she was a delegate to the Washington State Dental Association for two terms. During her time on the Executive Council, she been involved in several projects to help the under served citizens of King County, including working on the Smile Mobile which serves people in out lying areas. Currently, she is involved with projects that include “The Northwest Kidney Foundation” and SKCDS Den...

Bright Tomorrow: Sleep Medicine and Dentistry

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 20:11:21 +0100

Today we got a three-fer at MedicalNewsToday.com: Three articles on sleep disorders and how treatment relates to the dental field. Topics covered included dental students ill prepared to treat sleep apnea, sleep disorders hard to diagnose in kids, and nasendoscopy in predicting treatment results. More and more, we’re hearing about sleep disorder treatment by dentists – probably because an estimated 70 million Americans have a sleep disorder and about 20 million have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Many of these folks hate the CPAP. Today, dentists can offer a simple, non-invasive, comfortable alternative with OAT (oral appliance therapy). Just checkout this post excerpt from the Sleepnet.com message board: I have just been diagnosed with mild sleep apnea within the last month. I had two...

Laser Surgery and Crown Lengthening at Bellevue Dentist

Brookside Dental's Blog — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 23:54:08 +0100

BELLEVUE DENTISTS SOFT-TISSUE LASER CREATES NEW SMILES Three Beautiful Smiles at Brookside Dental Staff Gathering Bellevue Dentists at Brookside Dental are always striving to stay on the cutting edge of new technology in the field of Dentistry. Dental technology is constantly evolving and developing new methods, procedure and equipment to make visits to the dentist more rewarding and pleasant. Our newest patient-friendly acquisition at Brookside Dental has these Bellevue Cosmetic Dentists using the Odyssey soft-tissue laser to create beautiful new gum lines. The soft-tissue laser is used for sculpturing a new contour around the teeth resulting in a new more attractive gum line and overall smile. Whenever gum tissue does not have the correct contour for a beautifully aesthetic smile, the so...

Make Your Dental Website Mobile!

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 14:02:05 +0100

These days, access to information is everything. For dentists, practice marketing in the Internet age is evolving constantly and quickly. TNT Dental, the premier dental website and marketing company, has taken dental marketing to the next level with TNT.mobile. It’s all about the apps. Fact: In only nine months, iPod app downloads topped one billion. What is an app? App is short for application. A website app is a downloadable version of a website that’s completely user friendly on a cell phone that has Internet capability. Dr. Lance Timmerman of Seattle has a custom website with TNT Dental. The website features email contact forms, a blog by Dr. Timmerman, video introductions by the dentist, a before-and-after gallery, and many other cutting-edge features that promote conversion – t...

Dental Websites: Video Testimonials

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 19:15:58 +0100

On the Internet these days, videos are a hit. YouTube is the second largest search engine on the planet. If you’re not using video testimonials on your website, you’re missing out on potential customers. For years, marketers have known that the best advertising is word of mouth. Good patients usually refer other good patients. That in itself is reason enough to invest in some good video testimonial for your website. But wait, there’s more: Video testimonials seem real. In the post “Why Testimonials Do (and Don’t) Work,” Holly Buchanan of Future Now tells us that testimonials hurt your marketing strategy if people don’t think they’re real. How’s this for “real?” Dr. Harry Chambers of Oregon, a Gresham dentist, has a great example of video testimonials on his website by...

Bellevue dentist uses porcelain veneers to create a beautiful smile

Brookside Dental's Blog — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 02:50:55 +0100

BELLEVUE PORCELAIN VENEERS FOR A BEAUTIFUL NEW SMILE Kym portrait exhibits beautiful smile created with porcelain veneers Kym’s Testimonial Video on YOUTUBE discusses her Brookside Dental porcelain veneers which were used to create her new smile. With Bellevue Porcelain Veneers the shape, shade and whiteness that you want for your teeth can all be done by your Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist at Brookside Dental. We are able to serve our patients in a high quality manner because we have an on-site porcelain artist that will make a new smile just as you would imagine it by individually crafting your new porcelain veneers. PORCELAIN VENEER USES A Bellevue Porcelain Veneer can also be named a dental veneer, a porcelain veneer or a dental laminate. Porcelain veneers are a more recent and succes...

Brush Up On Heart Health

Better Health — Sun, 30 May 2010 16:00:00 +0100

The British Medical Journal reported on a study of toothbrushing and found that people with poor oral hygiene had an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and heart attack. We’ve known for the last two decades that inflammation plays an important role in atherosclerosis. Markers of low-grade inflammation like C-reactive protein are also shown to be higher in heart disease. The Scottish Health researchers looked at the general population and followed a large subset with questions about their oral health. They asked about frequency of dentist visits, toothbrushing, and controlled for many co-variables such as general activity, hypertension, smoking, height and weight. They also collected blood for studies of C-reactive protein as a marker of inflammation. They removed from the...

Can Brushing Your Teeth Prevent Heart Disease?

Healthbolt — Fri, 28 May 2010 17:58:56 +0100

photo: Thinkstock We used to think of brushing our teeth just as a matter of hygiene, but now it’s proved to be a serious health issue. Most of us brush our teeth every morning, evening, and maybe during the day if we eat something garlicky for lunch. But those who skip one of their daily teeth cleaning sessions may be putting themselves at a much greater risk for heart disease. Researchers in England studied data from more than 11,000 people who took part in a study called the Scottish Health Survey, which took data about lifestyle habits. Participants were asked how often they went to the dentist, and how often they brushed their teeth. The researchers adjusted the data for other cardiovascular risk factors like smoking, family history, obesity, and social class, and still found th...

Bellevue dentist discusses acid erosion in children

Brookside Dental's Blog — Thu, 27 May 2010 03:37:55 +0100

BELLEVUE DENTIST DISCUSSES ACID EROSION IN CHILDREN Children’s dietary habits can influence acid erosion, because young teeth have softer and thinner enamel than adult teeth. Studies have shown that many children have erosion of the dental enamel of at least one tooth. Orange juice although full of vitamins is a major culprit for young tooth erosion of the enamel. Parents can take some steps to cut down on dental enamel erosion in their children. These include: Limit the exposure of children to acid foods and drinks each day. Do not let children sip juice all through the day. Do not let children keep and swish acidic drinks around in their mouths. Have children rinse their mouths with water after eating foods or having acidic drinks. Children should brush their teeth regularly twice dail...

Banta Consulting Group Purchases Speaking Consulting Network (SCN)

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Tue, 25 May 2010 13:56:24 +0100

NEWS! One of Linda Miles’ most successful ventures, Speaking Consulting Network, was created in 1996 to bring together the wisdom and knowledge of mentors in the speaking and consulting field once a year. Corporate sponsors, editors, and meeting planners gather with dental consultants and writers for an annual cruise. Networking at the seminar leads to excellent opportunities throughout the year. Members stay in touch with one another, mentor newcomers, and receive leads from their involvement with SCN. Linda Miles, a renowned dental consultant, retired from Linda L. Miles & Associates last year after selling the business to Dr. Rhonda Savage. Mrs. Miles held on to SCN a little longer, but recently Lois Banta of Banta Consulting Group purchased SCN. Banta Consulting offers top-of-the...

Bellevue dentist new sea-king dental president

Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist Choosing the Best Dentistry — Tue, 25 May 2010 00:25:00 +0100

DR. CYNTHIA PAULEY ELECTED PRESIDENT OF SEATTLE-KING COUNTY DENTAL SOCIETY Dr Cindy Pauley, Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist, was elected the new President of the Seattle-King County Dental Society (SKCDS) (http://skcds.org/) in April 2010. She served as Secretary of SKCDS for 1 year and then as a member of the SKCDS Executive Council for 8 years, during which time she was a delegate to the Washington State Dental Association for two terms. During her time on the Executive Council, she is most proud of her involvement on projects to help the underserved citizens of King County. Currently, she is involved with projects that include “The Northwest Kidney Foundation” and SKCDS Dentists working together to take care of the dentistry needs of kidney transplant candidates to assist them to...

LVI Partners with Cadent for iTero Digital Impression Training

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Mon, 24 May 2010 18:17:23 +0100

The Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies has announced that Cadent’s iTero will be the exclusive digital impression technology for the Core II and Core III programs. Other programs, Core V and Core VII, will use iTero for restorative applications. LVI students will work on live cases with the iTero trainers and LVI instructors. Read the press release here: http://www.cadentinc.com/company/pressroom.html. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry)

Never Miss an Opportunity

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Fri, 21 May 2010 14:23:37 +0100

If your practice is not doubling every ten years, you may have missed opportunities along the way. How much have missed opportunities cost you? Where would your practice be today if you had seized a few more opportunities over the last few years? Ken Runkle has uncovered 5 Rules related to the high cost of missed opportunities. Learn them now and empower your practice to take advantage of opportunities for substantial growth today. Download the pdf here: MissedOpportunities Visit the Paragon Blog! (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry)

Cosmetic dentistry works for men

Brookside Dental's Blog — Thu, 13 May 2010 22:42:33 +0100

This article discusses how a Cosmetic Dentist can be used to improve and create new their smiles for men. Andy After Cosmetic Dentistry Cosmetic work performed: Upper arch central Porcelain Crowns, general Tooth Whitening, and lower arch Cosmetic Tooth Movement for midline alignment Patient of Dr Pauley, Brookside Dental, Bellevue, WA Most articles about Cosmetic Dentistry show photos of beautiful women. However, this article is different because it does not show any photographs of beautiful women only handsome men of various ages that have new smiles. Cosmetic surgery photos, beauty ads, and nutritional advertisements are generally aimed at women. Therefore it is understandable that Cosmetic Dentists resort to the same thing in their advertising and on their websites where they show and d...

Smile Reminder at AACD

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Thu, 06 May 2010 13:41:34 +0100

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The Secret of Successful Dental Teamwork

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Wed, 05 May 2010 14:34:38 +0100

Emphasizing the Strengths; the Secret of Successful Dental Teamwork “Every team works best when the members of the team have clearly defined and understood roles. Some do one thing, others do another. One isn’t better or more important than the other, just different. When teams operate out of their strengths and in their roles, they win”. These are the words of famous American motivational coach, Chris Widener. And they are never truer than in the business of dentistry. We are all very aware of the economic downturn we are facing today and likely feeling the effect in our own businesses. Many practices are reporting a higher than usual cancellation rate and a plummeting case acceptance rate. What can we do to combat this trend? Do we lower our fees? Do we cut back on ou...

Bellevue porcelain veneers change smile

Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist Choosing the Best Dentistry — Tue, 04 May 2010 22:09:00 +0100

BELLEVUE PORCELAIN VENEERS CREATE BEAUTIFUL SMILE Brookside Dental Patient Before Porcelain Veneers Brookside Dental Patient After Porcelain Veneers Bellevue Porcelain Veneers are also called dental veneers, porcelain veneers or dental porcelain laminates. They are one of cosmetic dentistry's more recent and successful developments, which are wafer-thin shells of porcelain that are bonded onto the front side of teeth and that also cover the biting edge of the teeth. They can be an excellent cosmetic dental solution for a variety of problems including teeth that are stained, chipped, or slightly misaligned. Porcelain Veneers are used for beautiful smile makeovers by Bellevue Cosmetic Dentists every day. Their uses include closing gaps between teeth, fixing chipped teeth, improving ...

Bellevue dentist patient testimonial

Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist Choosing the Best Dentistry — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 02:19:00 +0100

BELLEVUE COSMETIC DENTIST PATIENT TESTIMONIAL LIMITED TOOTH MOVEMENT Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist Patient Testimonial regarding short-term orthodontics or limited tooth movement. This dentistry procedure was done to straighten and align her teeth and improve her smile. Meredith discusses how she has had her smile transformed by Cosmetic Dentist Dr Pauley at Brookside Dental in Bellevue, WA. Meredith talks about the effects of straightening her lower teeth with a Hawley Appliance and subsequently using a night guard to keep the teeth in place and looking beautiful. Meredith's Testimonial Video may be viewed on YOUTUBE at the following URL: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RD5V3w-tpmE Meredith Testimonial Video (Source: Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist Choosing the Best Dentistry)

Cosmetic tooth movement used by bellevue cosmetic dentist

Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist Choosing the Best Dentistry — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 01:35:00 +0100

Cosmetic Tooth Movement Gives Beautiful Smiles The Cosmetic Dentists at Brookside Dental, Bellevue, WA, use removable orthodontic appliances, called Hawley Applicances, to move a limited number of teeth prior to doing veneers and crowns on anterior teeth. This limited tooth movement method is used to preserve the integrity and strength of the individual teeth by aligning the teeth, so that much less tooth structural material needs to be removed if crowns or porcelain veneers are used for a smile makeover. The limited use of removable orthodontic appliances is usually a more conservative option to veneers and crowns that are done without any orthodontic treatments. In many cases the limited movement of the teeth will be such that no tooth structure will need to be removed and therefore not ...

Testimonials on Your Website?

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 13:55:08 +0100

This week, TNT Dental’s Tips Blog brings us great information about website testimonials. Did you know that 70% of people trust the personal opinions they read online? Or that the Texas Dental Association’s marketing guidelines prohibit testimonials in dentists’ advertising? The article also features a downloadable pdf of a testimonial questionnaire for your patients – free! Don’t miss out on this valuable information – it’s a quick read you can’t afford to miss. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry)

No tax on cosmetic dentistry procedures

Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist Choosing the Best Dentistry — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 23:11:00 +0100

Beautiful Cosmetic Dentistry.Cosmetic Dentistry Tax Did Not Pass In Washington StateWashington State recently proposed a sales tax on all cosmetic procedures. While this proposed tax would have mainly impacted medical doctors, it had serious implications for all family dentists in Washington State. The implementation of a retail sales tax on "cosmetic dentistry" procedures would have had terribly bad effects for patients. It would have put general Bellevue Dentists in the position of being tax experts by having to determine what would be taxable "cosmetic dental" procedures and what would not be a taxable "general dentistry" procedure. This would have been a nice cash cow the state legislators, but would have made nightmare situation for the average dentist to make such a determination. In...

"I Love Your Smile" – Or, Discrimination In the Workplace

Genetics and Health — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 18:00:17 +0100

My teeth aren’t perfect. I drink coffee, I prefer stain-inducing red wine to white, and I didn’t wear my retainers as a teenager. But thanks to a mother obsessed with keeping me pearly and cavity-free, I got braces to reel back my buck teeth, received bi-annual fluoride treatments to keep fillings at bay, and endured pricey whiteners to abate a Diet Coke-tinted grin. For that, I’m eternally grateful. After all, who doesn’t enjoy hearing “I really like your smile” on a first date, or getting compliments over the din of the dental hygienist’s plaque grinder? Nobody ever told me that I landed a job thanks to my awesome incisors, but according to researchers at Columbia University, my teeth may be adding to my paycheck. In a study published by the Nati...

Dentists Who Go Green Grow Green for Earth Day 2010

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 20:45:42 +0100

On April 22, that’s just a few days away, tree huggers and vegans will celebrate the 40th annual Earth Day. Even dentists have hopped on the clean green machine. From the Emerald Coast to Greenland, your colleagues are practicing eco-friendly dentistry. Some have designed office interiors with air filtration systems, natural lighting, bamboo flooring, and latex-free paint. Extreme green dentists hire architects to design offices that minimize electricity usage and recycle rainwater for landscape irrigation. Don’t be envious or jaded, just get on board. For the average Dr. Joe, going green doesn’t have to involve redecorating or rebuilding. And contrary to a popular frog’s beliefs, it IS easy being green. Here are just a few ways to celebrate Earth Day this year: Your Front Office ...

Simplicity System Offers Innovative Way to Maximize Orthodontics in Your General Dentistry Practice

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 14:03:15 +0100

(March 29, 2010) Vista, CA – Beginning in 2009, Lancer Orthodontics has teamed with former IAO President, Dr. Thomas Hughes D.D.S., to form a new approach to orthodontics called The Simplicity System. This new strategy is geared to help those doctors who already have some experience in orthodontics but have been unable to make this area of their practice efficient, effective, and profitable. The Simplicity System focuses on teaching practitioners how to incorporate orthodontics into their practice in order to both increase patients and revenue. Eliminating on-shelf inventory, The Simplicity System consists of merely two wires for the entire treatment, a fixed lingual arch and indirect bonding trays. This kit allows doctors to treat approximately 90% of all orthodontic cases including cro...

Cosmetic Dentistry: Making Stars Shine a Little Brighter

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 19:24:03 +0100

According to Inside Edition, Tom Cruise underwent Invisalign to straighten up his midline. Apparently, he went to his child’s orthodontist and was told that HE needed braces. Well Tom, like any successful businessman, just couldn’t sacrifice his image. After all, his stunning smile got him pretty far in life. Invisalign tickled his fancy, though, and he was sold. Cher, Diana Ross, and the late Michael Jackson also underwent orthodontic therapy, says the Inside Edition anchor. Other stars who’ve undergone noticeable cosmetic dentistry include Hilary Duff, who got whiter and bigger; George Clooney, who got whiter with a more uniform edge; Zac Efron and Nicolas Cage, who had big diastemas that are no longer in existence; and Miley Cyrus who had work done, but could use some more. Simon ...

Gary Radz – Continued Positivity at Dental Meetings

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 19:32:28 +0100

Last time I addressed DentalBlog readers, I was fresh off the January dental meeting in Colorado. That meeting was great. Very positive. Since then, I’ve attended a the Chicago Midwinter Conference and the ACE Meeting in Tampa. I’ve seen a cross section of the US and have a perspective of national dentistry attitude. Things are looking up! The Chicago Midwinter is huge, whereas ACE attracts about 100 dentists. At both meetings, my initial impression from January held true. The dentists in Chicago were buying and looking, and it seemed that everyone had a positive outlook. Unlike a few years ago, dental meetings in 2010 are not full of complaining dentists, but dentists who are gearing up and setting great expectations going forward. There’s not a lot of truly new technology, but peop...

Dentist Marketing: Federal Trade Commission Rules for Testimonials

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 13:59:21 +0100

If your dental website, blog, print, radio, or other advertising features testimonials, be aware of the FTC guidelines that went into effect late last year. Not knowing the rules won’t save you from a potential $16K daily fine that could be imposed for every infraction. That packs a punch! For dentists, the first point of reference in advertising guidelines should always be the state board’s regulations. The Texas Dental Association, for instance, does not allow dentists to use testimonials in advertising. Other state dental boards regulate issues like statements of superiority, promising predictable results, and use of misleading statements. Once your advertisement or website passes through the state board’s filter of regulations, consult the FTC guidelines. New policies prohibit pr...

Dentists’ Tax Deduction up to $250K

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 13:42:38 +0100

As part of the Jobs Bill that President Obama signed TODAY, small businesses can NOW accelerate the depreciation on investments they make in equipment, by allowing them to write off purchases of up to $250,000 right away. Additional Information is at www.henryschein.com/hsfs. Section 179 is scheduled to go down to $25,000 in 2011. Keith D. Drayer Vice President 631-843-5625 keith.drayer@henryschein.com (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry)

Bellevue dentist has strong dental hygiene demand but notes drop by some dentists

Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist Choosing the Best Dentistry — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 03:16:00 +0100

SOME DENTISTS ARE REDUCING THE AMOUNT OF DENTAL HYGIENEBellevue Dentists at Brookside Dental, Bellevue, WA, still have a strong demand for dental hygiene in their cosmetic dental spa. However, Dental Practice Marketing and Management Blog had a post by Julie Frey, February 9th, 2010, that stated One family dentist in three has cut their the working hours for their dental hygienists, because the slow economy is leaving less demand for dental hygiene services. Another 11% have reduced the number of dental hygienists they employ, and 5% have cut compensation. How much hygienists are paid is an important decision for each dental office. "Upon doing a practice analysis, we found we overpaid our hygienist," said one dentist. "We paid out more in hourly wages plus benefits than we collected!"...

Bellevue cosmetic dentistry for men

Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist Choosing the Best Dentistry — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 03:11:00 +0100

This article shows several men and describes how their smiles were improved using Bellevue Cosmetic Dentistry. Cosmetic work performed: Upper arch multiple Porcelain Veneers and lower arch Tooth Whitening Patient of Dr Cynthia Pauley, Brookside Dental, Bellevue, WA This article departs from most articles with photos related to Cosmetic Dentistry, because it does not show any photographs of beautiful women. Cosmetic surgery, beauty, and nutrition advertisements are generally aimed at women. Thus Cosmetic Dentists resort to the same thing in their advertising and websites by displaying women with beautiful smiles. These stunning smiles are one of the first things seen by a person. Again, it is the beautiful and stunning smiles that are one of the initial attractions for men and one of the ma...

Chicago Midwinter Conference: E4D

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 14:16:03 +0100

E4D Flash Desktop Scanner E4D CAD/CAM Materials & eMax Visit E4D online here. Thanks to Dr. Tom Hedge for providing video coverage of select vendor booths at the Chicago Midwinter Dental Conference! (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry)

Bellevue dentist notes baby teeth yield stem cells

Brookside Dental's Blog — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:32:57 +0100

BABY TEETH AND STEM CELL PRODUCTION: HOW BABY TEETH CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE The following article is reproduced without any alterations from the Woman Dentist Journal 2009. The author of the original article is Joanne Oppenheim, DDS, a pediatric dentist in Illinois. As Bellevue Cosmetic Dentists we do not normally print other peoples’ articles, but this discussion of stem cells harvested from baby teeth is something of very high interest for later life health of an individual. Therefore, we felt we should publish it on our blog site in its original and unedited form. The only thing is that the tissue culture cell photos by Dr Mao are not reproduced here. However, the tissue photos may be seen in the original article or in the article that we posted on our other Cosmetic Bellevue Dentist ...

New Expanded Functions Dental Program In Washington State

Brookside Dental's Blog — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:28:48 +0100

BELLEVUE DENTIST SUMMARIZES THE EXPANDED FUNCTIONS DENTAL ASSISTANT (EFDA) PROGRAM IN WASHINGTON STATE Washington State in 2008 put into effect the expanded functions dental assistant (EFDA) program at three locations: Seattle Central Community College, South Puget Sound Community College, and Spokane Community College. The program is designed to give dental assistants expanded abilities in the restorative dentistry arena. The Washington State Dental Association (WSDA) was instrumental in moving the program through the state legislature by making sure the program was well understood by both dentists and legislators. Two classes of EFDAs have graduated from Seattle Central CC. The program is modeled after similar programs in the Indian Health Services, the US Army and the US Navy, which for...

Smile Radio Soothes the Savage Beast…and the Dental Patient!

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 14:36:49 +0100

MEDIA RELEASE February 17, 2010 New Digital Music Service Designed Just For Dental Practices Boulder, CO – Dental offices now have a better alternative for their in-office music. Custom Channels, a company that creates custom on-line and on-premise radio stations for nationally known brands, has launched Smile Radio – a music service specifically designed for dental practices. Smile Radio includes multiple channels of professionally programmed, continuously updated music handpicked to enhance the sound and atmosphere of dental offices. Smile Radio channels are broadcast directly to dental practices via the Internet and received on a specially designed streaming receiver. Custom Channels’ co-president Dave Rahn said, “A number of my dentist friends really had a hard time finding a ...

Genetics and Freaking Braces

Diabetes Daily — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 13:30:00 +0100

It's 11:14 pm on Wednesday, I am wide awake! what's wrong with this picture? I went to the dentist on Monday. I already knew I had issues with my teeth because of bone loss but I didn't know it was because of braces. I was never told I may experience bone loss when I had my braces put on. The dentist also said genetics plays a role. I started laughing. I was told I needed bone grafting and bridge. He said he could have it done by March 12. I was excited. I know excited to go to the dentist? weird, I know. I had my braces off for a while but I am never in one place long enough to receive the tender loving dental care I need; I'm not talking about routine stuff. The Doctor finished his exam. I went to the front desk to s...

145th Chigago Midwinter Meeting for Dental Professionals

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 14:47:18 +0100

Are you going? The 145th Chicago Midwinter Meeting is scheduled for February 25-27, 2010. Along with great courses and special events, 600 exhibitors will show off the latest and greatest products in dentistry today. Visit http://www.cds.org/mwm_2010/ for details! (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry)

Modern dentistry

beth's myeloma blog — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 19:09:49 +0100

I had an appointment with my dentist this morning and this is what greeted me outside the entrance. They must have had a difficult patient today. Possibly Related Posts: H1N1 flu that’s resistant to Tamiflu Three Harpsichords Pilot Mountain astronomy observation Saturday Night North Carolina spider identification Academic excellent! (Source: beth's myeloma blog)

Dentistry, cucumbers and oral health

Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist Choosing the Best Dentistry — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 03:30:00 +0100

COSMETIC DENTISTRY AND CUCUMBERS CAN THEY WORK TOGETHER FOR BETTER ORAL HEALTH AND A BETTER SMILECucumbers for a better smile! Really, you ask. Well why not! According to some information that I read recently in a news letter, the power of the cucumber as a beauty aid is well known. It has recently been elevated to the status of a super food. Cucumbers are loaded with vitamins and anti-oxidants and all of the good carbohydrates that a body needs. You are probably wondering if you have any of these beauty and tooth aides in your refrigerator at the present time. Before you say that they can't possibly good for my teeth, yet me tell you all the things and ways that they can be used.They originated in India and have been cultivated for thousands of years. People have used them in salads, eat...

Do You Care Too Much?

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 13:54:14 +0100

The objective is to find the sweet spot between the extremes. Of course, most dentists are unaware of those instances in which they cross the line by caring too much. However, if you’re trading patients with other dentists in your area, having the equivalent of a series of “one night stands,” you may be guilty of this all-too common trait among the most empathetic dentists. What Patients Hate More As a dentist, you probably haven’t seen it through this lens, but there’s something that patients find more distasteful than seeing a dentist. It’s seeing a new dentist. When patients contemplate changing dentists, they can’t help but think of the formidable paperwork, the new environment, new procedures, new personalities and not to mention the general hassle factor. Changing denti...

Maximize Your Dental Practice Marketing

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 15:29:12 +0100

This week, TNT Dental shares five more ideas for making the most of the marketing dollars you’ve already invested. It’s all about 2010 – that’s 20 minutes a day – ten different ways – to power up your promotions. Here are the secrets form our favorite web experts… Hopefully you’ve energized your website with the 5 tips we posted earlier. Now it’s time to continue that trend and make the most of your marketing dollars. These suggestions will boost traffic to your website – which will boost profits in your practice. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to give the experts at TNT Dental a call. Click here to read more http://tips.tntdental.com/. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry)

Pain and Humor: The Dark Side of Funny

World of Psychology — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 12:27:09 +0100

There’s one theme that keep recurring during each of my radio interviews for the book, Beyond Blue, and that is: humor. People are taken aback that I would write a book about depression and try to make it funny. Because funny and pain don’t go together, right? Wrong. Fellow blogger and comedian John McManamy interviewed me about this topic. It afforded me an opportunity to explore humor and think about why I use it so often. Click here to get to his original blog post. John: Listen, Therese. William Styron’s memoir of depression was bleak. Sylvia Plath’s “The Bell Jar” was heart-breaking. Yet, here you are, agony with a thousand punch lines. This has to be sacrilegious. Therese: Funny you should ask the question that way. Gus Lloyd, who has a radio show...

Bellevue dentist happy with about.com

Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist Choosing the Best Dentistry — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 02:02:00 +0100

BELLEVUE COSMETIC DENTIST HAS BLOG INFORMATION ON ABOUT.COM BRAGGING BOARDBellevue Cosmetic Dentists have been a big fan and follower of Susan Gunelius' Web blogs on About.com, so when she offered to let people post about their Blogger.com blogs on an About.com Blogger Design Bragging Board, we jumped at the opportunity. What a fantastic way to get exposure for our new Bellevue Cosmetic Dentistry Blog that we started this last year on such a high class blog. In our post at the About.com Bragging Board, we were able to discuss why we choose to construct our relatively new Cosmetic Dentistry Blog the way we had done it.ACTUAL PATIENT OF BELLEVUE COSMETIC DENTISTSOne of the major reasons that we, as Bellevue Cosmetic Dentists, choose the Blogger Design that we did was to be able to use a dar...

Safeguarding the health of dental professionals

Twelve Step Facilitation.com — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 10:01:56 +0100

A healthy dentist is one of the most important ingredients in a successful dental practice. An ingredient not to be taken for granted. Professionals, dentists included, can and do experience illnesses and problems that can disrupt or impair a practice. In addition to the vulnerabilities of the human condition–addictive disorders, psychiatric illnesses, infectious disease, family and relationship problems, or the many varieties of human misery–dentists have undergone a powerful process of socialization into their professional role that makes it difficult to seek help for themselves. Stigma about addictive and psychiatric illnesses continues to be a problem despite significant advances in scientific understanding of these disorders. Many people, especially those in positions of c...

Dentists: Do you care too much?

Dental Heroes — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 00:23:17 +0100

The following is a guest post by William D. Esteb. If you are interested in guest posting for Dental Heroes, please sign up here. Do you care too much? If you have a voracious appetite for new patients, you don’t enjoy the repeat visits, and patient referrals you think you deserve, it may be because you care too much. As a professional caregiver, being a dentist requires that you care—but not care too much. This often comes as a surprise by many in dentistry who boast about how much they care on their website and other marketing overtures. Turns out, few patients are specifically looking for a dentist who cares! They simply assume that dentists and doctors of all types, care. Find the “Sweet Spot” As a healing arts professional, setting appropriate boundaries around being ...

Bellevue dentist protects beautiful smiles with nightguards

Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist Choosing the Best Dentistry — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 01:48:00 +0100

BELLEVUE COSMETIC DENTIST PROMOTES SMILE PROTECTION WITH NIGHT GUARDSBellevue Cosmetic Dentists at Brookside Dental in Bellevue, WA, recommend the purchase and use of a night guard in some instances when we place new front porcelain veneers to protect them and preserve the new smile. What is the reason or reasons that a night guard should be used? The night guard, or bite guard, is a custom fit plastic shield that can protect your teeth in several ways.Generally, nightguards are recommended by by your Bellevue Dentist for a variety of dentistry problems. Bruxism, which can be grinding or clenching of the teeth, is a destructive habit that can cause damage either to the teeth, their supporting bone or the jaw joint. Bruxism can wear the teeth down, cause pain in the jaw joints or loosen the...

Where Have All the Patients Gone?

Dental Heroes — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 19:21:49 +0100

The following is a guest post by Debbie Seidel-Bittke. If you are interested in guest posting for Dental Heroes, please sign up here. As a dental consultant/coach, I have the opportunity to talk with dental practice owners every day. I also review and analyze dental practices on a weekly basis using my extensive dental knowledge to educate practitioners on how they can improve their practice bottom line. What I hear consistently are dental practices which on average, see 30 new patients each month. Most dental practices have an average of 2,500 active patients. Most of our clients have been in practice for a minimum of 12 years and examine about 30 new patients every month. You may wonder why most of these practices have a mere active patient base of only 2,500 patients. If all of these p...

Will Wood be the Bone Grafting Material of the New Decade?

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 15:20:59 +0100

Oral surgeons, periodontists, and implant dentists will love this one… There’s a heard of sheep in Italy that have wooden bones…kind of. Italian scientists at the Istec Laboratory of Bioceramics in Faenza have developed a process of converting rattan (wood) into a material that appears to closely mimic natural bone tissue. Heat, carbon, and calcium, along with intense pressure and a phosphate solution, make the bone replacement material strong, yet porous enough for blood vessels and nerves to run through it. As with traditional bone grafts, the grafted material is accepted by natural bone tissue, and the two unite into a solid, continuous structure. Scientists believe that the new bone replacement material may be used in human studies in about five years. Source: http://news.bbc.co....

Facebook. DentalBlogs. You.

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:41:08 +0100

If you have not yet befriended DentalBlogs on Facebook, you’re missing out. In one stop, you could find out about the latest dental news. Today, for instance, we posted on: New Year’s Resolutions for Dentists Genetics of Cavity-Causing Bacteria Another Dentist Sues YELP.com Ape Molars Give Evolution Insight Staff Needed for Mobile Dental Unit You’ll probably find posts by some of your favorite trade journals and organizations, as well. Go to www.Facebook.com/dentalblogs to become a friend today. Facebook membership is FREE, and creating an account takes mere minutes. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry)

Your Dental Website: New Year, New Opportunities

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 15:06:35 +0100

TNT Dental shares tips for maximizing profit through online marketing in 2010… Making the most of what you’ve got could save you money. In light of the economy we’re starting with in 2010, prudence dictates that we evaluate spending, tighten our belts, and maximize potential in every area of business. If you’ve seen appointment numbers decline, you might have thought about cutting back on overhead by reducing your hours or employees. Before you pull out the sickle, I encourage you to take every opportunity to fill that appointment log. Read the full blog post here: www.tips.tntdental.com. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry)

AIDS Testing from the Dentist

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 18:54:05 +0100

Want to go above and beyond in the new year? You already screen for gum disease, oral cancer, and TMJ disorder. You might even discuss nutrition, smoking cessation, and sleep apnea with your patients. Now you can add AIDS testing to your comprehensive exam. For $15 per patient, OraQuick Advance kits show results in 20 minutes. Simply swab the upper and lower gums, and wait for results. OraQuick’s saliva test was approved in 2004, and in fact, DentalBlogs has posted about the system in the past. It seems there’s a recent reemergence of popularity, possibly because of all the news about dental health’s relation to overall health. Visit OraSure to learn about OraQuick here. Related Prevention Info… Dentists May Screen for HIV (1.4.08) Gum Disease Linked to AIDS for HIV-Positive Peopl...

Dentist News: Tax Related Numbers For 2010

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 13:54:06 +0100

Here are some numbers that tend to change every year or every few years. Most of these numbers will not change in 2010 because of the absence of inflation in the economy: In cooperation with Collier, Sarner & Associates, Inc. (www.csanews.com). This is not tax advice. Please consult your own advisors. 2010 2009 Annual Retirement Plan Participant Compensation Limit $245,000 $245,000 Annual Defined Contrib. Plan Participant Dollar Limit 49,000 49,000 Annual Defined Contrib. Plan %-Of-Individual Pay Limit 100% 100% Annual Prof. Sharing %-Of-Total-Participant-Pay Limit 25% 25% Annual Defined Benefit Pension Plan Benefit Limit 195,000 195,000 401(k) Employee Elective Deferral Limit 16,500 16,500 401(k) Catch-Up Contrib. For Those Age 50 & Over 5,500 5,500 SIMP...

Beautiful smiles and teeth are observed first

Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist Choosing the Best Dentistry — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 03:45:00 +0100

BELLEVUE DENTIST SAYS BEAUTIFUL SMILES ARE IMPORTANT A BEAUTIFUL SMILE AND YOUR TEETH ARE NOTICED IMMEDIATELY WHEN YOU MEET NEW PEOPLE! THIS BEAUTIFUL SMILE IS NOTICED IMMEDIATELY. This Patient of Dr Cindy Pauley has had an already attractive smile enhanced by cosmetic dentistry procedures. BEAUTIFUL SMILES NOTICED FIRST Beautiful Teeth and a Radiant Smile are usually among the first things noticed when you meet a new person. However, there is a difference between what men observed first and what women view initially about a person. Also, it depends on whether women or men are being observed and whether or not they are being observed by the same sex or the opposite sex. Men and women have different perceptions of the face, head, teeth, and smile along with the body and they perceive the ...

Lares Extends No Lube Option

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 13:54:12 +0100

Chico, CA: December 18, 2009— Lares Research has extended its no-lubrication ceramic bearing model option to its entire highspeed product line, including the non-swivel 4H and 5H FO backend configurations. The handpieces do not need lubrication, which saves time and money, and eliminates the risk of handpiece lubricants getting on the cavity prep and diminishing bond strength. Two head sizes are available in these new backend configurations: compact (Model 557) and full size (Model 757). The new Lares handpieces do not require user lubrication. They feature ceramic bearings, which significantly extend bearing life. The company’s proprietary Debris-Shield™ Bearing Shield System minimizes debris accumulation in the bearings. Lares highspeed handpieces feature higher cutting power, comp...

Dentists Prepare for 2010

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 14:08:35 +0100

One Simple Step to Success for 2010 Do you have a strategic plan for your dental business in 2010? Most businesses that don’t have a plan fail to become successful. Don’t enter into a new decade blindly…make sure you have a plan. Have you ever heard the saying “If you fail to plan, you plan to fail”? Well this holds true for your dental business as well. You can not start a business and proceed blindly and just expect that everything will work out and you will achieve great success. It rarely will happen that way. Each year, in the very beginning of each year you need to sit down outside the regular dental office atmosphere and make a plan. This plan needs to include the entire team. It starts your practice off on the “right tooth”. Well, it is one way to keep...

Dr. Gary Radz on 6 Month Smiles

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 14:24:06 +0100

We have started working with 6 Month Smiles’ short-term orthodontics. We have in the last two months started six cases, and we’re very excited about the results. Patients are excited, too. Even though the system uses conventional orthodontic wires and brackets, because they are tooth colored, adults patients accept it because they aren’t obvious and offer treatment time that’s less than a year. I took the 6 Month Smiles course by Dr. Ryan Swain from NY. The two-day course was perfect for my assistants and me, and it was right here in Denver. Between the flash drive information that I came home with and the course itself, I had everything necessary to get started. One thing that helped us get up and running fast is that we had Invisalign certification, so we were updated on recent o...

Periodontal and cardiovascular diseases relationships

Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist Choosing the Best Dentistry — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 01:11:00 +0100

Bellevue Dentist Discusses Periodontal Disease Correlation with Cardiovascular Disease Periodontal Disease (gum disease) has been demonstrated to have a strong relationship to cardiovascular disease with an increased prevalence of coronary artery disease in patients with serious gum disease. Several studies have indicated a very strong link between the presence of these two diseases in a patient. Atherosclerosis, exhibiting an increased thickness in the carotid artery wall, which can lead to cardiovascular disease also has often been reported in people with cardiovascular disease. In our Bellevue Dentist Office, we encourage patients with periodontal problems to actively keep up their treatments on a regular basis. According to American Dental Association guidelines, any patient with gum...

The 7 Kinds of Hope

World of Psychology — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 14:24:34 +0100

Awhile back Anthony Scioli, coauthor of “Hope in the Age of Anxiety” discussed nine forms of hopelessness and how you can overcome them. This week, I’ve invited Julie Neraas, author of “Apprenticed to Hope: A Sourcebook for Difficult Times,” to tell us about the different kinds of hope. Julie is an ordained minister, spiritual director and associate professor at Hamline University, and speaks regularly about hope, where it can guide you, how it can sustain you, and what meaning it can bring to your life. For more information visit www.julieneraas.com. Here’s Julie … Not all hopes are alike. There are many different kinds like daily hopes — that rain won’t spoil the picnic, that the dentist will not find cavities. Or still larger hopes,...

Dr. Gary Radz on Digital Impressions

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:06:05 +0100

First of all, there are three companies providing digital impressions – Cadent iTero, 3M, and Sirona. Anyone looking to invest in digital imaging should compare contrast the pluses and minuses of each brand. Two other companies are looking to get into the market with this technology, so keep that in mind, too. In a very short time, digital dental impressions have become the obvious future of what we’re going to be doing in the industry. Be sure to look for the technology at big exhibits and shows so that you can learn about its capabilities and limitations. We’ve had iTero in my downtown Denver dental office for over a year and a half, and we’ve had tremendous success with it. Consistently, patients are very impressed. There’s always a “wow” factor with new technology, which ...

Are You Creating a Culture of Raving Fans?

Dental Heroes — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:31:22 +0100

I’ll have what she’s having Imagine if you could create an experience that turns a patient into a raving fan, and the people she refers to the practice ask for the same experience. Now, you are creating a culture. The beauty of creating a culture of raving fans is that it is completely in your control, and for the most part – FREE! Earn the Referral I’ve always been kind of curious about the sign in dental offices that says something like, “We appreciate referrals.” I often wonder if a patient feels a disconnect between the sign and the experience. I’m usually asking myself, “What does this office do to earn the referral?” People typically are not out raving about their visit to the dentist over lunch with girlfriends, and if they are, ...

Study Shows Connection between Gum Disease and Memory Problems

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:21:32 +0100

We know that gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss for American adults. It also causes an increased risk for health problems, from heart attack and stroke to diabetes complications and low-weight births. But new evidence shows that periodotnal disease can impair mental function, outside of the established connection between gum disease and Alzheimer’s or dementia. The newfound link may stem from inflammation in the body that originates in the mouth. The study, led by Dr. James Noble, involved 2,350 subjects of various genders who were tested for periodontal disease, then underwent a series of mental skills assessments. Adults over 60 with a high level of Porphyromonas gingivalis, a pathogen that causes gum disease, were three times more likely to forget a three-word sequen...

Dentistry and Finances by Keith Drayer of Henry Schein Financial

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:12:43 +0100

Modernize Your Collection System for Maximum Profit In today’s economy, there are many dental professionals that are faced with the challenge to their accounts receivable. Uncollected receivables turn into pure losses. Yet embracing a systematic approach to collections can help practices collect more funds and on a more timely basis. One mistake providers make is not recognizing the signs of early default. When a patient doesn’t pay their bill within 60 days or haven’t set up or are following a payment plan, they are telling you that they are not going to pay! Should you use your staff’s time trying to collect these accounts? As a dental provider, you are implementing state-of-the-art methods to treat your patients’ dental needs. You also need to employ the most up-to-date method...

Dental Anxiety: A Cycle of Bad Teeth and Bad Feelings

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:17:10 +0100

Out of one thousand subjects, aged 15 to 32, who participated in a study with University of Otago in New Zealand, one quarter suffered from dental anxiety. For research purposes in this project, “dental anxiety” refers to people who completely avoid dental care out of fear. Head researcher, Prof. Murray Thompson, reports that anxious subjects became increasingly more anxious about dental care as time progressed, until dental work was unavoidable. The professor attributes this to the fact that postponing dental care will lead to more extensive dental problems, which require more significant procedures. In analyzing the patients, Prof. Thompson found that those with anxiety tended to have a more skeptical outlook on life and felt anxious in many situations outside of dental care. The stu...

TNT Offers Dentists Tips on Copyright and SEO Marketing

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:41:02 +0100

Our friends at TNT offer a wealth of information for dentists who want to play it safe while becoming wildly popular online. Check out the last two blog posts at http://tips.tntdental.com/, and learn how to avoid big fines for copyright infringement. You’ll also find 5 great tips for boosting your dental website’s SEO strategy. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry)

10 Best Free Places to List Your Dental Practice Website Online

Dental Heroes — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:40:38 +0100

It’s no secret that the internet represents a great opportunity for dentists to capture new patients. As internet usage continues to increase, this opportunity will become even more lucrative. However, most dentists are unaware of how to properly position their website to capture these new patients. Don’t Employ the “Wait & See” Approach Most dentists take the “wait-and-see” approach. That is, they develop a website, publish it to the web, and wait…and wait…and wait for new patients to line up outside their doors. Sadly, new patients never come. Why? Because your website is nowhere to be found in the search engine results pages (SERPS). Thankfully, there are many techniques that you can employ to increase your position in the SERPS, and...

TNT Tips: FAQs on Facebook. Social Networking. Your Dental Website.

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:08:09 +0100

This week, the TNT Tips blog brings us 10 sensational tips that will help you know what to do with Facebook and social networking. From “what is Facebook” to “what do I post?” to “I don’t have time!” – all of your questions are addressed in this one simple article. Take a look for yourself, then tell us what you think! If you have a great FB page, link it in the comments section. We want to see it! http://tips.TNTDental.com (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry)

Cranham on Case Presentation & Patient Education

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:00:32 +0100

The primary patient education system that we have used and continue to utilize is GURU by Henry Schein. It’s interesting because it uses a combination of nice animations, with some video, but I like that it does not have a lot of audio. I retain the freedom to use the scrubber brush to go to certain parts of the animations and discuss it with the patient. With any patient education package, you have to retain the human touch. Not sure that the systems that you turn on and leave the patient to watch – I just don’t think they’re effective. I often use some photography in my discussion with a patient. At my office, we try to make the education unique to the patient. We also use Bite FX, which is oriented more to TMD issues. It’s not quite as well known, but it i...

TNT Tips: Web 2.0 Transition for Dentists

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:12:19 +0100

This week, TNT Dental gives us practical information on how to implement a Web 2.0 dental website into your practice. It’s a lot more than just a website makeover. Web 2.0 can be a significant tool for patient communication, and it also becomes the nucleus of a successful, contemporary dental marketing strategy. With blogs, email forms, social media feeds, surveys, and a host of interactive features, your Web 2.0 dental website will revolutionize how your office conducts business. You can expect streamlined workflow in the administration side of your office, as well as time savings and excellent, personalized patient communication. Read more here: http://tips.tntdental.com/. See the first post on this topic at: http://tips.tntdental.com/. (Source: dental blog for dentists about denti...

Dr. Rhonda Savage on Dentists’ Financial Policies

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 14:37:28 +0100

In this month’s dentaltown.com print edition, DentalBlogs contributor and “great mind” Dr. Rhonda Savage shares her insight into what makes dentists’ financial policies successful. Her practical advice and tips can help you develop a great financial policy that will “keep your patients coming back.” Dr. Savage recommends that the doctor get and stay involved in the accounting of his or her office. The dentist should manage the practice effectively and know which employee to speak with about any patient or issue. This management structure, according to Dr. Savage, will reduce stress and promote professionalism and accountability. Another important issue is your financial guidelines. Dr. Savage points out topics and ideas you may not have yet considered in...

TNT Tips: What not to do on your dental website!

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:02:02 +0100

Check out this week’s TNT Tips blog to learn how a few bad moves can negatively impact your website’s search engine rankings. Also, you can take advantage of a free website analysis, and the TNT experts will explain how they can improve your site’s visibility for increased profitability. Visit: http://tips.tntdental.com! (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry)

Press Release: PerioPal Periodontal Software Announces a One-Server, Unlimited Licensing Policy.

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 20:37:10 +0100

CHOICE IS GOOD. PerioPal now offers a one-time, unlimited licensing option to an unlimited number of computers. Beaumont, Texas, PerioPal LLC., a leading software solution for periodontal exams unveiled its new one server, unlimited licensing model. Now, a One-Time Unlimited Licensing option offers similar download and software features as the Pay-Per-Use policy to an unlimited number of workstations. Pay-Per-Use clients can convert to Unlimited Licensing at any time. “We believe choice is good. Although our Pay-Per-Use model has gained momentum over the last three years, a significant number of practice owners prefer a one time purchase,” says Kimberly Goodson, president of PerioPal. “In order to increase our market share and maintain our dedication to the needs of the practice own...

Social Networking for Dentists… Why?

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 13:39:11 +0100

If you’re still asking yourself questions like… What’s the big deal about Facebook? If Baby Boomers don’t Facebook much, and they’re my ideal clientele, what’s the point? Why would I waste time chatting online when I could be working? How am I supposed to make time to blog and network? I’m a doctor, for goodness’ sake! …watch this video. The facts presented here are staggering – and sobering. After the video, read the rest of this blog posted below, and you’ll find practical social networking tips for your dental practice. As Promised, Social Networking Tips for Your Dental Practice Get a website. If you don’t have a website, you’re way behind the times, and your practice will suffer. Part of running a successful business is keeping up...

Deter Risk for Periodontal Disease, Reduce Risk of Heart Attack, with Diet and Exercise

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:14:15 +0100

Gum disease is the leading cause of adult tooth loss in the US. However, the heart-health link to periodontal disease has become an even hotter topic , and rightfully so. We now know that gum disease can increase a person’s risk for a long list of overall health conditions, some of which are serious – heart attack, stroke, diabetes complications, low-weight birth, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, osteoporosis, and respiratory diseases. “The Gingivitis Diet,” at www.HealthyFellow.com reviews these interesting developments and research on this topic. One study showed that of 1200 older men, those who consumed increased caortenoids (a type of antioxidants found in bright fruits and veggies) had reduced proclivity for periodontitis. Journal of Clinical Periodontology Another stu...

Enter the 1-800-Dentist $30,000 Smile Makeover Contest

Dental Heroes — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 02:41:05 +0100

Do your teeth make you self-conscious? Do you avoid conversations with others because you’re embarrassed to smile? 1-800-Dentist wants to help. The popular dentist-matching service recently launched the My Smile Bites! $30,000 Smile Makeover Contest. One lucky winner will receive a winning smile that they can’t help but show off! Step 1: Submit Video To enter the “My Smile Bites!” contest, 1-800-Dentist asks that you submit a 2 minute video of yourself discussing what you like about your smile, and what you don’t like about our smile. Additionally, you should discuss how your smile affects your self-image and interaction with others. Oh yeah, and don’t forget to smile! Step 2: Promote Your Video Once you have received confirmation that your video has bee...

Mandatory Flu Shots for Medical & Dental Workers

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:01:07 +0100

There is a drive on for all healthcare workers to receive both seasonal influenza and H1N1 vaccinations. New York is the first state to require all healthcare workers, who have direct patient contact at hospitals, hospices, health centers or even home care, to get flu shots – both the seasonal flu and the H1N1 when it becomes available in October. The logic used here is based on the fact that traditionally only about 50 percent of all healthcare are vaccinated during a normal flu season, even though their patients, obviously have a tendency to be more susceptible to the complications of the flu. Additionally, the Hospital Corporation of America is requiring 120,000 employees to be vaccinated as well as MedStar with 25,000 employees. These required inoculations are being met with resistan...

PR: The Foundation for Dental Laboratory Technology Partners with The Pankey Institute

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 12:50:32 +0100

September 30, 2009 – Tallahassee, Florida: The Foundation for Dental Laboratory Technology has recently partnered with The Pankey Institute to create high quality online education courses for the entire dental team. These courses are patterned after some of The Pankey Institute’s postgraduate level presentations and will be available online at The Foundation’s website in early October. Each course is approved by AGD (Academy of General Dentistry), ADA (American Dental Association) and NBC (National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology) for continuing education credit. Both The Foundation and The Pankey Institute believe in the importance of dentists and dental technicians learning together and through these programs it is our goal to provide convenient, high qu...

Dental Blogs: The Week in Review (September 21-25, 2009)

Dental Heroes — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 04:37:38 +0100

If you missed last weeks review post, you can view it here: Dental Blogs: The Week in Review (September 14-18, 2009). Without further ado, here’s the weekly roundup of interesting blog posts from around the Dental Blog Community for the week of September 21-25, 2009. Top 5 Stories of the Week 1) Five Steps You Need to Follow To Protect Your Practice From a Network Disaster Technology fanatic, Lorne Lavine, DMD, discusses in this post three primary reasons dentists do not back up their data, and five simple steps for hopping aboard the backup train. 2) I dated a patient Renee Knight, Senior Editor of DentalProductsReport.com, explores in this steamy post the right way to date a patient. Yes, apparently there is a right way… 3) Linda Miles & Dr. Rhonda Savage on Dental Benef...

TNT Explains How Dentists’ Websites Rank Well on Google

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 15:29:02 +0100

The same experts that brought us the Web 2.0 info last week present SERPs, SEO, PPC, and organic listings in layman’s terms today. Everyone wants to do well on search engines, particularly the big dog – Google. Your patients don’t have to go to dental school to have a healthy mouth, and you don’t have to know everything about web design and optimization to have a “healthy” website. The few definitions and samples TNT provides in this week’s Tips blog are like patient education. After the read, you’ll know just enough to make informed decisions for the future of your website! Click here - http://tips.tntdental.com. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry)

Statistics on Dental Emergencies in the US

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:39:59 +0100

In a PR Newswire post regarding a Majestic Drug survey, we learn some interesting statistics that may not shock you, but will inform you. One in six Americans experienced a dental emergency in the past year. Seventy-two percent of Americans have fillings, caps, or crowns, and 23 percent of dental emergencies relate back to these restorations. In these situations, 67 percent of respondents went directly to a dentist, and 14 percent tried to find a temporary solution. Nineteen percent did nothing. The survey revealed that out of a thousand people, respondents with an annual income under $35K had a higher instance of dental emergency than those with an income exceeding $100K. How can you help your patients avoid a dental emergency? Inform them. Education, not fire-and-brimstone, but solid...

TNT Tips: Dentists Want to Know, What’s Web 2.0?

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 14:26:10 +0100

This week, the TNT Tips Blog shares insight on the hot topic, Web 2.0. What is it? How does it work? What does it have to do with dentistry? Check it out at http://tips.tntdental.com – and sign up for the RSS feed. TNT Dental will keep you plugged in with the latest Internet marketing strategies and resources. As a leader in dental website design, hosting, and search engine optimization, TNT Dental can lead your practice into the next generation of Internet marketing. Each week, the TNT Tips Blog shares IT info for dentists, so you can quickly and specifically learn about topics like website design and hosting, blogging and GhostPosts, traffic reporting, search engine optimization, and online forms tracking. Visit www.TNTDental.com or call 877-868-4932 for more information. (Source: ...

Improve DentalHeroes.com by Completing our Quick Website Survey

Dental Heroes — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 05:26:54 +0100

You may remember a poll we ran several weeks ago asking Dental Heroes readers if they like the current website redesign. Nearly 60% of you said that you indeed do like the current DentalHeroes.com Blog design. However, 31% of you say the design is just “OK,” and 11% simply don’t like it. What do these numbers mean? The numbers above mean that Dental Heroes is good, but not great. To make it great, I need your help. I developed a short survey to discover what you want to see in the next version of the Dental Heroes Blog. Your responses will play a big role in shaping Dental Heroes for the future – so don’t hold back. Thanks for taking the time out of your busy day to help out the Dental Heroes Community. Start the Survey Thanks so much for your help! (Source: ...

Halloween Candy Buy Back Program for Dentists

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 15:04:01 +0100

If you haven’t checked into the Halloween Candy Buy Back Program, time is not on your side! The program’s Facebook page says that the HCBBP is: “A growing national movement of dentists who buy or collect Halloween candy from kids and then ship the treats to support our troops overseas.” Your dental office has a sensational opportunity to get involved with your local community, which is great for marketing, and it also shows your business’s desire to give back to the community and nation. Keep in mind, the popular marketing trend of Generation G focuses on generosity, giving, and gratitude. HCBBP fits that bill to a T. History of the program… Dr. Chris Kammer started the Halloween Candy Buy Back Program in 2006 when his PR company asked him about an innovative idea for an Octob...

To-The-Minute News Updates at DentalBlogs on Facebook

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 13:45:44 +0100

A few stories we shared at www.facebook.com/dentalblogs just today… Dentists Feel Bite of Recession Future of Healthcare, Autos Local Dentist Gripes to US Capitol Volunteer Dentists Needed in Valdosta iPod Touch and iPhone Dental Apps Available HemCon Signs Exclusive Agreement with Zimmer Survey of American Children’s Oral Health Released Toledo Dentists Launches New Pacifier Kansas Takes Steps to Offset Dentist Shortage UCLA School of Dentistry to Build New Cancer Research Facility If you aren’t a friend on DentalBlogs at Facebook, you’re missing out. Request friendship today by visiting www.facebook.com/dentalblogs. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry)

Top 10 FAQ’s about ACE 2009 Symposium on Periodontics & Systemic Health!

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 14:37:08 +0100

1. Why should I go to this meeting? a. The Academy of Comprehensive Esthetics® (ACE™) is a community of dedicated dental professionals who strive to provide excellent patient care and who, through education, camaraderie, sharing of information & mentoring both in person & online, help each other succeed in the business of dentistry and life. b. The ACE 2009 Symposium on Periodontics & Systemic Health being held November 12-14, 2009 at the Hyatt Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch promises to be our best event to date! 2. Who should attend? a. Ideally, everyone on your team should attend. b. If that’s not realistically possible, then you should consider taking your key team members; those who are early implementers and have the ability to grasp ideas &...

Dental Blogs: The Week in Review (September 7-11, 2009)

Dental Heroes — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 04:54:59 +0100

It’s time for the fifth installment of “Dental Blogs: The Week in Review.” If you missed last weeks post, you can view it here: Dental Blogs: The Week in Review (August 24-30, 2009). So, without further ado, here’s the weekly roundup of interesting blog posts from around the Dental Blog Community for the week of September 7-11, 2009. Top 5 Stories of the Week 1) Is the ADA more interested in Dental Specialists than General Dentists? The Wealthy Dentist Blog asked dentists this question in a recent survey. You may be surprised by the results… 2) Marketing your dental practice without taking a bite out of your budget Dr. Gary Solomon suggests ways to market your practice that require thought and creativity, not money. 3) The hole truth about tooth worms Richard ...

Dr. John Cranham on the Future of Dental Implants

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 12:59:55 +0100

I can’t imagine doing restorative dentistry without a good relationship with an oral surgeon or periodontist. Implants are an important part of comprehensive treatment planing. Research shows, a single-tooth implant fares better than a 3-part bridge. That’s why I encourage my patients to get implants rather than bridges. There’s a great number of patients who are edentulous or edentulous just in the lower arch and cannot wear a denture comfortably. Some patients need just two or three implants or the bar system for denture stability or full fixed dentures. I am seeing that through the tough economic times, cosmetic dentistry is down, but implants are still popular. There is no question that the statistics show implants and grafts are down – still, the number of people who want the ...

The N95 Respirator: Dental Mask of the Future?

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 14:17:48 +0100

On September 3, 2009, the Institute of Medicine issued recommendations that had been requested by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that the use loose paper masks are deemed inadequate because the H1N1 virus could pass through and put healthcare workers at risk. The recommendation for healthcare workers is to switch to the N95 respirator, which forms an airtight seal around the nose and mouth. The key issue with this switch will be the proper fitting and how the mask is worn. If properly used, the new mask filters out over 95% of the particulate matter (down to 0.3 micrometers – smaller than a virus). The Institute of Medicine provides independent, evidence-based advice to the healthcare industry, key leaders, health professionals, and the public. It remains to be seen wheth...

School tips, local conferences

Autism Vox — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 20:23:56 +0100

The online version of The Jerusalem Post has run a great essay on autism and special needs in the Jewish community. Essentially positive, the piece doesn’t gloss over the friction religious institutions seem to occasionally spark with special needs families (”One family told us about being asked by their rabbi not to return to the synagogue anymore … Their child liked to be too close to the Torah!”). Photo courtesy of zeevveez (flickr.com) * * * “I wonder if our pediatrician would give us a prescription for a mild sedative for Alex to go to the dentist?” Jill wonders. Good idea. Now we just need to find a dentist with our now-spotty dental insurance situation… * * * A Willmar, Minn., special education teacher has compil...

30 Great Dental Pros I Follow on Twitter (Part I)

Dental Heroes — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 19:27:26 +0100

More and more people (or Tweople, technically) are making the decision to engage in the Twitter conversation these days. Some people simply join to update friends regarding their daily activities, others use it as a social network, and another group utilizes Twitter for business purposes. Whatever the reason may be, Twitter’s reach is undeniable. Some companies have replaced their corporate website address with their Twitter address on advertising materials. Major news networks are engaging with viewers via Twitter live on the air. I’ve even had a number of people provide their Twitter username in their e-mail signatures. I could go on and on. If you have not yet taken the leap to join Twitter, I would caution you to evaluate whether doing so will be beneficial for you. Many p...

30 Great Dental Pros I Follow on Twitter

Dental Heroes — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 19:27:26 +0100

Cranham on Important Planning for New and Seasoned Dentists

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 13:41:24 +0100

The most important thing young dentists can think about, beyond gaining clinical expertise and good business practices, is a long term financial plan. I use Cain Watters & Associates, which helped my wife and me establish goals for retirement, as well as life insurance and disability insurance. Security for your family must be worked into your budget, as should disability planning. Having a fixed point in time when you can retire or only work because you want to, not because you have to, gives great peace of mind. These things are possible for dentists, and the earlier you start, the better. I began at 34 and just turned 48, and despite highs and lows, I’m still on course to retire or choose at 55. But I can’t imagine quitting at 55! When a seasoned dentist like myself looks toward...

Why Blogs Work for Busy Dentists

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 14:02:44 +0100

This topic has two distinct areas of interest. One, why is subscribing to a dental blog, like www.dentalblogs.com, and keeping up with dental news on Facebook a good idea? And two, why should a busy dentist write a blog? Because you are busy, we’ll make this brief. 5 Reasons to Subscribe to Online Dental News Media It’s easy. You don’t have to search for news, it comes to you from across the globe, each morning, in one location. It’s really easy. You don’t have to subscribe to or haul around magazines any longer. All the industry news you need is online. It’s fast. Internet news is generated at amazing speed, so you get the latest information by the time you wake up in the morning. With print publications, you must wait until the articles are printed and mailed. By the time...

Dental Blogs: The Week in Review (August 24-30, 2009)

Dental Heroes — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 02:36:39 +0100

It’s time for the third installment of “Dental Blogs: The Week in Review.” If you missed last weeks post, you can view it here: Dental Blogs: The Week in Review (August 16-23, 2009). So, without further ado, here’s the weekly roundup of interesting blog posts from around the Dental Blog Community for the week of August 24-28, 2009. The List 1) Sonicare To Launch Flexcare+ @ ADA Meeting In Hawaii – Teresa Duncan, of The Dental Implant Blog, announced the launch of Philips Sonicare FlexCare Plus electric toothbrush at this year’s annual session of the American Dental Association in Hawaii. Clinical studies have shown some promising results… 2) ADA Membership? Not for One in Four Dentists Jim Du Molin and Julie Frey, of TheWealthyDentist.com recently ...

Dentists Should Know About New HIPAA Rules

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 13:54:49 +0100

In February, the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH) was passed as under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA). The purpose of the act was to create a nationwide information technology infrastructure that would allow controlled electronic dissemination of health information (EMR). HITECH rules, which are currently being promulgated by HHS, will place more responsibilities on covered business entities and their business associates. On August 18, a new regulation will go into effect which requires covered entities and their business associates to provide notice of breaches or unauthorized disclosures of protected health information (PHI) within 60 days. Covered entities would be required to provide notification to the breached indiv...

Bellevue dentists featured in doctor of dentistry magazine

Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist Choosing the Best Dentistry — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 20:25:00 +0100

DOCTOR OF DENTISTRY FEATURES BELLEVUE DENTISTSBellevue Cosmetic Dentists, Dr Cynthia Pauley and Dr Patricia Pauley, were featured recently on the cover photo and in a six-page article in the national magazine "DOCTOR OF DENTISTRY'. Following is a summary of that article which appeared in Seattle/Western Washington Edition of the magazine.The Bellevue Dentist team at Brookside Dental is a rare family-run practice dedicated to general and cosmetic dentistry and to meeting the needs of every patient with genuine care and excellence. Dr Patricia Pauley and her daughter, Dr Cynthia Pauley, are the only mother-and-daughter dentist team in the Pacific Northwest. These ladies offer more than excellent dentistry, because they provide a level of service and genuineness that makes patients want to vi...

Dental Practice Transition Planning

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 13:37:38 +0100

This informative article about planning for a giant career move, practice transition, was submitted to DentalBlogs by our friends at Henry Schein. Your principal asset For most dentists, ownership of their dental practice is the major focus of their energy expenditures, financial situation, and professional lives. Years of blood, sweat, and tears, coupled with the relationships formed with both staff and patients, have caused dentists to form a deep-seated emotional attachment with their practice. For many, the dollar value of that practice represents a significant portion of their financial assets. For the new dentist, there is a definite value in acquiring the patient base which has taken the transitioning dentist years to develop and will provide an immediate and substantial cash flow. ...

Smart Dentists Overcome the Recession

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 15:04:40 +0100

In “Dentists work on reducing costs” by Arlene Furlong, an article posted on the American Dental Association’s website, we’re told that dentists are making these changes to weather the economic storm: Adding or Adjusting Hours of Operation Adding Services Hiring Associates (for extended hours & services) Do More General Dentistry Cut Overhead Cut Staff Hours Fully Use Assistants & Hygienists Tips from the experts include… Change your hours to three full days rather than four short days. Open the office early – those appointment times always book up! People work 9-5 and don’t want to dip into paid time off (or unpaid) to go to the dentist, so make sure your hours accommodate the working class – the people who have money to spend at your office. Book up empty sched...

TNT Dental: Make Your Website a Workhorse

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 19:38:41 +0100

This week, TNT Dental’s Tips blog shares 5 secrets to using your website to promote new services, technology, or products. The tips are great, so if you have a website, be sure to check it out. If you don’t have a website…get in the game! http://tips.tntdental.com (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry)

5 Free Dental Care Podcasts for Improving Your Practice

Dental Heroes — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 19:09:46 +0100

If you enjoy podcasts(or you’re obsessed like me), then you’re sure to love these great free dental care podcasts I recently downloaded to my trusty iPod Nano. For those of you who aren’t sure what a podcast is, have a look at Wikipedia’s definition to get up to speed. Note: The easiest way to download the following podcasts is to subscribe to them on itunes. If you don’t have iTunes installed, you can download it for free on the Apple Website. If you’re not sure how to proceed after downloading iTunes, check out this Youtube Video illustrating the process. 1. The Wealthy Dentist Podcast Jim Du Molin, of The Wealthy Dentist, is known for his powerful, yet pragmatic methods of increasing dentists’ profitability. Jim has tapped into the power of pod...

Extreme Makeover Smiles with Bellevue Dentist

Brookside Dental's Blog — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 03:41:02 +0100

I just posted an article on Bellevue Dentist extreme makeover smiles on my other blog. (Source: Brookside Dental's Blog)

Teeth Grinding/Bruxism: Statistics, Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment Options

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 15:18:32 +0100

The etymology of “bruxism” stems from the Greek work brychein, which literally means gnashing of teeth. As the most comprehensive online resource available, Dr. Moti Nissani’s research and findings tell us that about 5-20% of Americans suffer with teeth grinding, yet only 80% are aware of the condition. Many people grind their teeth while sleeping, though this is not always the case. According to MayoClinic.com, the two primary causes of bruxism are stress and age. Regarding stress, high stress, anger, and frustration can cause teeth clenching or grinding. As far as age, young children often brux, but they tend to grow out of it. Neuromuscular dentists would place TMJ disorder as a primary cause, as well, in that misaligned jaw joints cause stress on muscles and nerves, which resul...

How Dentists Can Stay Fiscally Fit in 2009

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:33:33 +0100

Tax breaks and limited-time laws make 2009 the right time to invest in your practice… The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 was signed into law on February 17, 2009 with some of the best benefits having limited remaining time eligibility. Small-business owners have limited time in 2009 to benefit from the most lucrative tax incentives for acquiring technology and/or equipment. If your practice is ready to buy equipment or software, the tax incentives for doing so are better than ever. These benefits will expire (or be reduced) as of January 1, 2010. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act accompanied with lower interest rates make this a strategic time to invest in your practice to meet the demands of today’s healthcare industry. Because of these beneficial conditio...

Free Dentist Website Analysis: Is Your Site User Friendly?

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 16:58:53 +0100

The pros at TNT Dental tell us, “you can lead a patient to your website, but you can’t make ‘em stay.” That’s not to say your potential patients are horses, but there’s some truth in the statement. This week, in the TNT Tips Blog, you’ll find expert advice regarding no-nos! and yes-yesses! for building a user-friendly dental website. Design and copy elements are addressed in the informative article, which includes a checklist for you to assess your site’s usability. If you don’t want to assess your own site, TNT is offering a free website analysis. All you have to to is call 877-868-4932 and ask for your usability analysis. You may also want to request an SEO analysis a the same time. In this economy, TNT wants to help dentists make the...

Dental & Medical News: Stem Cells Grow Replacement Tooth in Mouse

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 14:27:19 +0100

This is a breakthrough that could lead to a major overhaul in dental prosthetics and, more importantly, organ regeneration. The Wall Street Journal covered a study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences in which Tokyo University of Science researches implanted a “tooth germ” into a mouse’s empty tooth socket. The “tooth germ” consisted of cells with a genetic map of how to build a tooth. Taken from Tokyo University of Science press release. After 11 weeks, the tooth had grown from bud to maturity. The durability, shape, and natural stress responses mimicked that of a natural tooth. It also functioned like nature intended for a healthy tooth. Human testing has not been announced. Read the full article here. Stem cell research is bounding forward. If you’re ...

Dental Blogs: The Week in Review (August 2-8, 2009)

Dental Heroes — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 02:53:45 +0100

If you’ve followed Dental Heroes over the past several weeks, you may have noticed my posts entitled “Ten Fantastic Dental Care Posts I Read This Week,” and “10 Great Posts I Read This Week.” These posts featured news headlines and blog posts from around the web that weren’t necessarily current, but new to me. While I received some positive feedback for those posts, I’ve decided to take a slightly different direction with them. From this point forward, I’ll be focusing a weekly post(such as this one) on recapping interesting posts from around the Dental Blog Community for that week. This is just another way that Dental Heroes is keeping you connected with the larger Dental Care Community. So, without further ado, here’s my weekly round...

Top Dentist Websites by TNT Dental

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 14:20:51 +0100

This week, at http://TIPS.TNTDental.com, dentists who want to boost their website traffic NOW can read practical tips on how to make it happen. TNT Dental suggests a professional website analysis, which they offer totally free. The TNT SEO experts will review your site with you and point out problems that affect your search engine optimization. Once that’s done, you can pursue ideas to supplement your website’s search engine strategy. Learn more about these topics in this week’s TNT TIPS blog… Having realistic traffic expectations Optimizing your dental blogs Pay-per-click advertising campaigns Leveraging your expertise Social networking Advertising your site in collateral Read “Boost Your Dental Website’s Traffic NOW!” and visit TNT Dental onlin...

Extreme Makeover Smiles with Bellevue Dentist

Brookside Dental's Blog — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 03:38:34 +0100

I just posted an article on Bellevue Dentist extreme makeover smiles on my other blog. (Source: Brookside Dental's Blog)

Bellevue dentist extreme makeover smiles

Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist Choosing the Best Dentistry — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 22:23:00 +0100

BELLEVUE COSMETIC DENTIST ACTUAL PATIENTBellevue Dentist Extreme Makeovers Bellevue Cosmetic Dentistry is an excellent way to create an Extreme Makeover Smile. Changing and improving your smile is one of the easiest methods to improve your overall appearance. A great smile not only looks great but also makes you feel more confident. Cosmetic Dentistry may be able to Help You at Work and in Your Personal Life. A recent study by the Baluke Dental Studios and published in Gallery Dental Smile Designs by Patient News Publishing 2009, indicates how a smile is perceived by people. The study states that Teeth and a Beautiful Smile are among the first things noticed by a stranger. However, it depends on whether women or men are being observed. Additionally, men and women perceive the face and hea...

Facebook, Twitter, DentalBlogs - Check it out!

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 20:16:05 +0100

If you aren’t a friend of DentalBlogs on Facebook, you’re missing out. While we post full, original dental news articles, press releases, and blogs from The Greatest Minds in Dentistry Today right here, we also post tons of links each and every weekday to Facebook and Twitter. In just one online location, www.facebook.com/dentalblogs, you’ll get the latest dentistry information from across the globe! Topics like: World, National, and Local News Dental Products & Services Dental Technology Dental Websites & Marketing Dental Journal Articles Dental & Medical Research & Discoveries Politics in Dentistry Finances & the Business of Dentistry Off-the-Wall Concepts and Innovations Dental Education Social Networking & Social Media Trends in Dentistry Dent...

Dentists Can Survive and Thrive in Economic Downturn

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 12:47:24 +0100

If you’re not sure what tomorrow holds for your business, or if you’ve begun to worry about financial stability and success in light of the economy, listen to the experts. Apply their advice. See what happens. Brandon Parkhurst, CPA, CFP, tells us in this month’s Dental Products Report that “What Goes Down, Must Come Up.” Based on a survey by DPR, half of general dentists will not make an investment in new products for the office this year as a direct result of the lagging economy. But should they? That’s just one piece of the puzzle, actually. Many factors contribute to a dental office’s success. Parkhurst and other experts recommend these tips: Manage costs - Parkhurst Don’t pay down debt too quickly. Keep your cash fluid for emergencies and the future. Consolidat...

Dr. Cranham on Amalgams

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 16:00:17 +0100

I have never believed that amalgam creates a major health issue, but that’s not to say some patients may be more sensitive than others, and for them, amalgam can be a problem. My practice has been amalgam free for 10 years because now we simply have better materials. There are benefits in terms of sealing and strenghtening the tooth with composite, as well as the estheitc issue. None of my patients want black or silver fillings, given the alternative. I will say, amalgam is the most forgiving material for fillings. If it’s impossible to isolate a tooth, amalgam is better than composite. In fact, a poor amalgam is better than a poor composite. When composite fillings fail, they fail big. Dentists have more room for error with silver filling materials. So there is still a time...

Everything a Dentist Should Know about Blogging

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 14:48:29 +0100

Have you thought about blogging? This week’s Tips post by TNT Dental tells you how and why to blog, as well as who should blog. TNT, a leader in dental website design, hosting, and search engine optimization, offers free one-on-one blog training over the phone for client dentists who want to improve their websites and marketing strategy with a dentist’s blog. Read the full article here: http://tips.tntdental.com. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry)

Redheads Have More Pain

A Hearty Life — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 22:21:40 +0100

New research has found that redheads may have a lesser tolerance to pain to non-redheads. This is especially true at the dentist, where some redheads have been found to need more anesthetics in order to feel numb. As a result, some redheads may not go to the dentist as often, because their experience is much worse than those without red hair. This new research first began in 2004, when research revealed that redheads needed up to “20 percent more general anesthesia than blonds and brunettes.” To find out why redheads had these types of difficulties, researchers looked at the melanocortin-1(MC1R)receptor gene, which produces melanin. Melanin gives skin, hair, and eyes their color. Redheads are actually a mutation of MC1R, and as a result receive fairer skin, reddish hair, and s...

Study: Redheads’ extra pain may cause fear of dentists

Dental Heroes — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 00:32:21 +0100

Study: Redheads’ extra pain may cause fear of dentistsSome redheads have more sensitivity to pain, may need more anesthetic… (Source: Dental Heroes)

A Golden Opportunity for Dentists: More Than Two-Thirds of Internet Users Search for Medical Info Online

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 14:32:36 +0100

Today, a Web Exclusive article, “When patients know more than you,” posted on www.DentalProductsReport.com. In it, Senior Editor Noah Levine tells us that a survey by Pew Internet Project reported 75-80% of Internet users look for medical information online. Question is, does the vast medical and dental information on the Internet educate and inform patients well? Does it make your job as a dentist easier or harder? That really depends on where patients are getting their information and whether it’s accurate and relevant. Wikipedia, for instance, is a great resource, but you don’t have to be an expert to post information. (Wiki means “what I know is.”) Blogs, too, give the average Joe access to opinions and not-necessarily-factual information. Levine’s article is a great star...

Dr. John Cranham’s New, State-of-the-Art Dental Office & Training Facility Opens in Virginia

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 14:02:10 +0100

Five weeks away from moving into our new office. The practice is building onto Bayview Dental Lab, where Mid-Atlantic Center for Advanced Dental Studies is located. Our new location will allow us to offer Dawson courses in Virginia, on site with our lab and my dental practice. We’ll have five operatories, and those will be used for the practice, as well as teaching hands-on Dawson courses. Course topics have a wide range, including dental records, treatment planing, restoration of anterior teeth, occlusal equilibration, and electives, like implants and advanced esthetics. Go towww.DawsonAcademy.com for full listing of courses and curriculum. You can see where the courses are going to be held and when. Dawson is also holding courses in the UK in England, in addition to Florida, and no...

DentalBlogs Named in Top 50 Medical Career Blogs

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 13:47:51 +0100

Dental Blogs was named to the top 50 medical career blog list at Medicine 3.0 . If you’re interested in pursuing a career in dentistry or medicine, check out the blog list at http://nursingassistantguides.com/2009/top-50-medical-career-blogs/. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry)

DentalBlogs Named in Top 50 Dental Career Blogs

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 13:47:51 +0100

Dental Blogs was named to the top 50 medical career blog list at Medicine 3.0 . If you’re interested in pursuing a career in dentistry or medicine, check out the blog list at http://nursingassistantgudes.com/2009/top-50-medical-career-blogs/. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry)

Why Dentists Should Hook Up with Social Media

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 14:58:08 +0100

Social networking may not be your thing, and that’s okay. It can be difficult to keep up with daily, or even weekly, blogs and posts on Twitter, Facebook, and the many other networking sites out there in cyberspace. Even if you aren’t the tech-savvy dentist who Twitters in real time about a root canal or oral surgery case, you can benefit from hooking up with your favorite dental news sources online. Look at it this way… Social Networking = Networking online, socially or professionally. Social Media = News sources online. Not a social networker? You can still take advantage of online news stories by hooking up with social media sources. In addition to DentalBlogs, Dental Products Report, Dental Lab Products, Dental Economics, DentalCompare, and many national and local denta...

Are You the Dentist They’ll Choose?

dental blog for dentists about dentistry — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 19:43:43 +0100

In Living Magazine this month (July 2009, p 36), an article ran entitled “Need a Dentist? Who You Gonna Call?” by Mimi Greenwood Knight. Now, you know that your target audience is women. They’re the ones who choose the family dentist. What is this women’s magazine saying to your target audience? The article is about choosing the right dentist to fit your family ’s needs. Readers are encouraged to self assess, then consider questions such as (paraphrased): Is the dentist an ADA member? How long has he practiced? Does he have digital X-ray? Does he offer emergency care, 24/7? Will you have to wait? Is the team friendly? Is the dentist conservative in his recommendations? Will you have to see a specialist, or can the dentist do all of your work? Will the office...