MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'internet marketing'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:11:43 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4670227&cid=t_147782_123_f&fid=39036&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatricinc.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F04%2F02%2Fnew-pediatric-blog-so-we-can-be-heard%2F Here is an example of how a simple video (in this case an ad) can make a point about an issue in a pretty clever way using YouTube. What does this have to do with Pediatrics? Glad you asked. If we want to be heard, own our message, get the word out, we have to leverage social media. Why use social media? Because it has democratized media. 93 thousand hits rivals many small town publications (see the view counter on the vasectomy video. It has gone up since I wrote this post). Imagine if only 20 physicians (out of the 60,000 AAP members) decided to take matters into their owns and hands and started blogging, uploading videos and leveraging Facebook to discuss how insurance companies treat physicians, how the anti-vax crowd is jeopardizing children’s health or how pediatrics shoul... Pediatric Inc blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4670227 Sat, 02 Apr 2011 16:22:36 +0100 4670227 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4536202&cid=t_147782_123_f&fid=39036&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatricinc.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F03%2F02%2Fcan-costco-and-your-medical-practice-have-something-in-common%2F I always feel guilty when I’m at Costco and I sample a product without any intention of actually buying it. Like those delicious bite size quesadillas or that scrumptious guacamole dip.  More than buying it, I wish those sample size were bigger to tell you the truth. But that is why I have three kids… so each of them can get a bite for dad. I don’t think I should feel guilty though. Sampling product has been a common practice probably since “retail” was invented. And retailers still do it; so someone is buying the product. Right? We see sampling all over the place; not just at food retailers. For example, the company Evernote actually uses “sampling” as a business strategy. Evernote offers their product for free. The free version includes about 80% of the complete functional... Pediatric Inc blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4536202 Wed, 02 Mar 2011 11:00:03 +0100 4536202 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4074253&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator-2%2Ftnt-dental-congratulates-dr-jeff-dalin-on-article-in-dental-economics-magazine%2F TNT Dental offered a great big “Well done!” to Dr. Jeff Dalin this week, congratulating him on his recently published article “My Web site makeover”. The story appeared in the September 2010 issue of Dental Economics magazine and has the dental community buzzing. Over the years, Dr. Jeffrey Dalin has published many great articles in DE magazine, but this particular piece struck a collective chord among dentists. With much debate in dental circles on whether or not to Web 2.0, Dr. Dalin said in his article that he strongly believed in walking the walk, not just talking the talk. And so, using his own website as a case study, Dr. Dalin dove right into a re-skin of his old, stagnant website, hiring TNT Dental to lead the SEO charge. He also gave the go ahead to optimize his new site i... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4074253 Fri, 15 Oct 2010 14:16:16 +0100 4074253 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3794942&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator-2%2Ffree-google-tools-for-dentists%2F 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.... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3794942 Thu, 22 Jul 2010 13:55:43 +0100 3794942 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3794948&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator-2%2Fsocial-media-in-dentistry%2F 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... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3794948 Mon, 12 Jul 2010 13:42:14 +0100 3794948 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3794953&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator-2%2Ftnt-dental-offers-custom-patient-galleries%2F 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) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3794953 Tue, 29 Jun 2010 17:11:18 +0100 3794953 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3632423&cid=t_147782_147_f&fid=39202&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnicolaziady.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F06%2F04%2Fseo-resources%2F Biz Report ClickZ Internet Marketing Solutions Search Engine Guide Search Engine Marketing Professional Organization Search Engine Ratings Search Engine Resource Center Search Engine Robots Search Engine Showdown Search Engine Watch SiteProNews WebProNews (Source: Nicola Ziady) Nicola Ziady blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3632423 Sat, 05 Jun 2010 03:11:09 +0100 3632423 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3625668&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fmake-your-dental-website-mobile%2F 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 blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3625668 Thu, 03 Jun 2010 14:02:05 +0100 3625668 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3588835&cid=t_147782_86_f&fid=38272&url=http%3A%2F%2Flaikaspoetnik.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F05%2F21%2Ffriday-foolery-24-social-media-revolution-2-right-here-right-now%2F People who still think Social media is a fad, should watch this video….. Social Media Revolution 2 is an update of the original video with compelling social media statistics. Social Media Revolution was created by the author Erik Qualman to promote his book Socialnomics: How Social Media has changed the way we live and do [...] (Source: Laika's MedLibLog) Laika's MedLibLog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3588835 Fri, 21 May 2010 16:54:21 +0100 3588835 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3511646&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Ftestimonials-on-your-website%2F 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) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3511646 Wed, 28 Apr 2010 13:55:08 +0100 3511646 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3687391&cid=t_147782_180_f&fid=38608&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FLifeDev%2F%7E3%2FbORQ_RZ7Lhg%2F Question: What’s better than hyping your own product? Answer: Having a satisfied customer do it for you. Give your customers a reason to evangelize your prouducts. My friend Heather was previously using an real estate agent that was a tad on the pushy side. The agent did all those things that really cheese potential home buyers off, like suggesting homes way out of Heather’s budget. The agent basically tried to force Heather into buying a home out of her price range so that she could receive a higher commission. (She even suggested Heather borrow money from her parents to do it!) Instead of helping Heather, the agent was most interested in helping herself. So, I sent Heather over to my buddy Travis who is also a real estate agent. I’ve known Travis for a while, and he&#8... LifeDev blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3687391 Tue, 20 Apr 2010 23:42:36 +0100 3687391 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3322631&cid=t_147782_150_f&fid=35777&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPharmalot%2F%7E3%2Fgk0Ehz8014k%2F Good morning, everyone. Nice to see you again. We are hustling about this morning, attempting to hustle short people off to the schoolhouse. A worthy, if challenging, endeavor. Wish us luck. Meanwhile, another day beckons and so we present you the usual menu of interesting items to help you along. We hope your own day goes well. So dig in and persevere… A Flood Of False-Mark Patent Lawsuits (Chicago Tribune) Pfizer Layoffs May Yield A Tax Bill (St. Louis Post-Dispatch) UCB Sees A Weaker 2010 (Reuters) AstraZeneca Issues Online Communications Guidelines (press release) Intercell Forecasts A Loss For The Year (Bloomberg) FDA Panel Backs Bristol Transplant Drug (Reuters) Philippines To Cut Prices On Nearly 100 Meds (PharmaTimes) More Pfizer Layoffs In Upstate NY (WPTZ) (Source: Pharmalo... Pharmalot blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3322631 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 11:56:46 +0100 3322631 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3189280&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fmaximize-your-dental-practice-marketing%2F 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) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3189280 Wed, 20 Jan 2010 15:29:12 +0100 3189280 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3146104&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Ffacebook-dentalblogs-you%2F 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) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3146104 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:41:08 +0100 3146104 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3139151&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fyour-dental-website-new-year-new-opportunities%2F 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) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3139151 Mon, 04 Jan 2010 15:06:35 +0100 3139151 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3075657&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Ftnt-tips-for-the-online-dentist%2F This is from our friends and web gurus at TNT Dental… Dentists, Use Your Words! You don’t say much. If that’s the case, you’re missing out. Search engine spiders feed on words. In fact, if you write – not necessarily well, but just coherently – your words could significantly boost your online popularity. There are three main ways to post written content online for search engine boosting purposes…but first, the basics. Basic No. 1 Get a website. If you don’t have a website, your online efforts have no nucleus. Basic No. 2 Link to your website. Always, always, always link back to your website. And as for those three primary ways to post… Blog posts Get a blog. Write on it every week, at least. Link back to your website’s pages. Don’t know what to write about? Read t... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3075657 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 17:00:11 +0100 3075657 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2992852&cid=t_147782_150_f&fid=38374&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FePharmaSummit%2F%7E3%2Fv-0SWJUeKoQ%2Ffda-hearings-underway-in-dc.html (Source: ePharma Summit) ePharma Summit blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2992852 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:59:00 +0100 2992852 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2974099&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Ftnt-offers-dentists-tips-on-copyright-and-seo-marketing%2F 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) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2974099 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:41:02 +0100 2974099 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2927460&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Ftnt-tips-faqs-on-facebook-social-networking-your-dental-website%2F 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) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2927460 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:08:09 +0100 2927460 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2908762&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Ftnt-tips-web-2-0-transition-for-dentists%2F 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... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2908762 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:12:19 +0100 2908762 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2886584&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Ftnt-tips-what-not-to-do-on-your-dental-website%2F 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) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2886584 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:02:02 +0100 2886584 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2839073&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Ftnt-explains-how-dentists-websites-rank-well-on-google%2F 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) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2839073 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 15:29:02 +0100 2839073 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2814567&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Ftnt-tips-dentists-want-to-know-whats-web-2-0%2F 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: ... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2814567 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 14:26:10 +0100 2814567 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2752044&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fwhy-blogs-work-for-busy-dentists%2F 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 blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2752044 Tue, 01 Sep 2009 14:02:44 +0100 2752044 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2725096&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Ftnt-dental-make-your-website-a-workhorse%2F 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) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2725096 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 19:38:41 +0100 2725096 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2702404&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Ffree-dentist-website-analysis-is-your-site-user-friendly%2F 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 blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2702404 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 16:58:53 +0100 2702404 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2691628&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Ffluoridated-water-under-serious-scrutiny%2F You walk into a health food store and find a flyer that warns of the hazards fluoridated water. What’s this all about? Fluoride is in half of the public water in the US. It is accepted by some, including the government, that fluoride deters tooth decay, thus it is good for public health. However, a study published in 2006 in the Journal of Evidence Based Dental Practice provided these facts: Fluoride does not have to be delivered in the water supply Fluoride does not have to be ingested to protect teeth Caries has declined at the same rate in countries with/without fluoridated water The public receives fluoride from sources other than public water supply Studies show that fluoride can cause a list of adverse side effects What You Should Know Fluorine, the ionic form of fluoride, is use... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2691628 Tue, 11 Aug 2009 13:39:13 +0100 2691628 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2667562&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Feverything-a-dentist-should-know-about-blogging%2F 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) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2667562 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 14:48:29 +0100 2667562 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2657771&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fa-golden-opportunity-for-dentists-more-than-two-thirds-of-internet-users-search-for-medical-info-online%2F 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... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2657771 Thu, 30 Jul 2009 14:32:36 +0100 2657771 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2588484&cid=t_147782_180_f&fid=38608&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FLifeDev%2F%7E3%2FF2V0R9f0PL4%2F Today is an exciting day. We’re officially re-launching a pre-sale on the Making Web Video That Sells toolkit. Confused? Yeah, me too. So, in one of my major bonehead, palm-to-forehead moves, I tweeted about the fact that Making Web Video That Sells toolkit was live for pre-launch. Then I heard crickets. Why? Because I tweeted it in the afternoon of July 2, when many people had the next day off (or called in “sick”) for 4th of July festivities. So, we’re re-launching our pre-launch for the toolkit, and I’ve got a nifty video to show what exactly this toolkit is and does. Like the video says, it’s a total resource. It’s not a static document; it’s an ever-changing resource. We’ll be continually adding to it, as technology changes over t... LifeDev blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2588484 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 13:31:38 +0100 2588484 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2576726&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fhow-dentists-can-get-more-website-traffic%2F TNT Dental shares insights on how to improve traffic to your dental practice website in the TNT Tips Blog. Learn more about PowerPages, GhostPosts, Deep Search, and other tools and ideas that will bring potential patients to your website. Information on search engine statistic reports and how to promote your website outside of the Internet are also included. Check it out here: www.TNTtips.com. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2576726 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 12:36:07 +0100 2576726 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2512144&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Ffrom-tnt-dental-websites-development-production%2F Have you ever wondered how long it takes to build a website? Heard words like “support,” “hosting,” and “SEO,” and wondered if you need all that stuff? Do you have a website that’s old and, maybe, an embarrassing representation of your modern dental practice? Where do you go from here? This week, the TNT Dental Tips blog answers these questions. In the second part of a three-part series on custom dental websites, “Dental Websites: Development & Production” is a Q&A that will get you in the know about building a site. Visit TNT Dental Tips blog. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2512144 Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:04:18 +0100 2512144 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2473726&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fdental-website-faqs%2F If you’re clueless about where to start on a dental website for your practice, check out this week’s TNT Tips blog. The post, “Dental Websites: Domains & Emails” is the first in a series of weekly posts that will review the basics about getting started on a website. The easy-to-understand presentation is perfect for the dentist who has little or no knowledge about websites, emails, domain names, and search marketing. • Not sure you need a website? Check out this DentalBlogs post… • Want to know more about search engines and getting found on Google? Check out this DentalBlogs post… • Want tips on making your dental website great? Check out this DentalBlogs post… (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2473726 Fri, 12 Jun 2009 14:20:50 +0100 2473726 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2458300&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fis-a-dental-website-a-good-investment%2F Have you ever wondered if a website would be a good investment for your dental practice? Do you know how many people use the Internet? Furthermore, are those people who use the Internet the “kind of patient” you want for your practice? Today, the TNT Tips Blog gives you the facts about web users, so you can understand why websites work. Check it out here: http://tips.tntdental.com. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2458300 Fri, 05 Jun 2009 18:39:53 +0100 2458300 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2442170&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fnewsletter-or-blog-the-tech-savvy-dentists-dilemma%2F What’s it going to be, Doc, a newsletter or a blog? Even if you know NOTHING about blogging, you can learn. It’s not rocket science. Besides, you’ll save money, look like you have your technological act together, and reap a search engine benefit if you choose a blog. Our friends at TNT Dental share the pros and con (yes, one con) of dental website blogs in this week’s TNT Tip. If you’re considering a blog, call TNT at 877-868-4932. They can set you up, train you, and they also offer to blog for you. For busy dentists, Ghost Posts are simple.  Nothing could be easier. Check out today’s dentist blog tip here. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2442170 Tue, 26 May 2009 20:27:12 +0100 2442170 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2415575&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fdental-websites-copywriting%2F You went to college for 6 or 8 years, and in that time, how many papers did you write? A ton. So you know how to communicate with the written word. The thing is, there are many different types of writing. The style you use to communicate with dentists on a professional level is different from the style you use in writing an email to your mother. Likewise, online communication requires a certain style. It should appeal to (1) patients, (2) potential patients, (3) search engines, and (4) referring dentists, if applicable. This is true of a website, blog, newsletter, or article. In addition to the style issue, choosing the point of view to can be daunting. Read on for some points you need to think about when composing (or approving) copy for your website. Writing for Internet Readers For pat... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2415575 Mon, 18 May 2009 18:12:39 +0100 2415575 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2415576&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fusing-the-internet-for-dental-patient-education%2F When it comes to patient education, there are quite a few online, subscription-based resources that can synch with your website. If you aren’t familiar with ConsultPro Weblink or ImplantVision, check them out. But there are a ton of free resources out there, too. It’s illegal to swipe online content and post it on your website; whether video or text, taking content and using it on your website is copyright infringement. However, your website can link to dental education articles and videos on the Internet. TNT Dental, the leading dental website design and hosting company, recommends leveraging patient education videos and articles to your advantage online. Here are a few ways you can incorporate educational content: By Category • On your dentures page, say, “New denture wearers wil... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2415576 Fri, 15 May 2009 14:13:51 +0100 2415576 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2390122&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Ftracking-dental-website-conversion-turning-visitors-into-patients%2F You’ve invested in a custom website that makes your dental practice look sensational online. That’s great. But how can you know that the site is actually bringing in new business? If you have a solid SEO strategy, your site should rank well organically (in the search engine results pages or SRPs). You can also supplement with pay-per-click advertising from Google Adwords. Adding a blog is always a great idea for SEO. Be sure to include your website address on marketing materials, such as business cards, appointment cards, invoices, mailers, and advertisements. If you’re doing these things, you’re certainly doing your part on the front end. So how can you know if you’re getting good ROI with your website? Tracking Website Traffic Tracking the traffic on your site is pretty easy.... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2390122 Wed, 06 May 2009 14:15:39 +0100 2390122 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2382649&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fdental-websites-search-engine-spiders-feed-on-words%2F What makes you like a website? The colors, photos, look and feel of the site? The motion, the videos, or a fancy opening page? The things that appeal to humans do not appeal to search engine spiders. SEO spiders refers to the technology behind indexing websites. If the spiders like your site, it will rank well in Google, Yahoo, and other search engines. If the spiders don’t like your site, in competitive markets, it will get buried. To spiders, words are like big, fat flies. SEO spiders’ mouths water at the thought of a website with a ton of content on it. But you like the visual elements. That’s okay. You don’t have to give up the visual elements of your website in order to please the spiders – but you may have to compromise. TNT Dental has been creating custom websites for den... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2382649 Fri, 01 May 2009 13:47:21 +0100 2382649 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2274010&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fdentists-use-google-maps-for-free-advertising%2F You may think that “free advertising” is a scam or an oxymoron. You’d never find truly free advertising in this day and age! Everyone’s out to make a buck (even you)… Never say never. Google Maps, formerly Google Local, is free to you, but it also lines Google’s pockets, so it’s a win-win. What is Google Maps? First, visit http://maps.google.com if you are unfamiliar with Google Maps. This tool helps consumers find businesses anywhere on the globe. For instance, you could type in “Plano dentist” in the Google or Google Maps search bar, and the top 10 listings appear. You may click “next” to see more. Each location is marked on the map with a red pin. Believe it or not, these listings are free! How can I take advantage of free a... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2274010 Tue, 17 Mar 2009 14:57:27 +0100 2274010 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2249334&cid=t_147782_93_f&fid=36200&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.jammedph.com%2Fcommonly-used-internet-marketing-tools%2F There are several inexpensive but cost effective internet marketing tools available at the disposal of any up and coming e-preneur. Everybody wants to use inexpensive internet marketing tools because it is an absolute necessity and not everybody has deep pockets like big corporations. The availability of inexpensive and commonly used internet marketing tools is a boon for the prospective e-preneur since it levels the playing field and allows them to compete against big corporations. Here’s how to avail of these online advertising tools, how to use them and make the most out of them to benefit your e-business venture. 1. Software You can browse the web for software that are specifically geared to internet marketing activities like tracking visitors and creating links to other sites automa... Jammed: Full into Capacity blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2249334 Sun, 08 Mar 2009 13:01:50 +0100 2249334 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2227124&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Ftips-from-tnt-dental-dental-websites-internet-marketing%2F Do you ever wonder if the time and money you pour into dental marketing is really a good investment? On this week’s TNT Tips blog, you’ll find a checklist to help you gather the necessary data to assess ROI on your dental website. The simple steps involve tracking emails and phone calls, as well as training your staff to ask the right questions when new patients call your office. Check it out here.   (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2227124 Mon, 02 Mar 2009 16:58:57 +0100 2227124 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2200406&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fdo-dentists-need-to-blog%2F If you have a practice website, you might consider adding a blog. Dr. Larry Emmott and Dr. Lorne Levine are techie dentists with popular blogs. But many dentists who are educators, authors, specialists, and even those who have advanced training in areas like implants and cosmetics have blogs. Even dental assistants and hygienists blog! What is a blog? Does the general dentist need one? What’s the benefit? What’s the investment? What is a blog? Blog is short for two words crammed together, maybe for the sake of saving time, but more likely because it makes for a fun word. Blog stands for web log. Basically, a blog is like an online journal. You can post entries as often as you like. Blogs are often used by businesses to share information, much like a newsletter. Posts can include link... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2200406 Thu, 19 Feb 2009 17:23:49 +0100 2200406 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2190482&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fknow-what-youre-getting-into%2F Twitter, Facebook, YouTube. Social networking online is a big hit. Like many small businesses, you may use social networking forums for marketing and promotions. Keep in mind, the Internet is a relatively new innovation. Laws are still being created to govern just about everything that happens online. Be sure that you know what you’re getting into before you post! Just yesterday, TheConsumerist.com warned that Facebook’s terms of service have changed. Now, even if you cancel your Facebook account, any content you posted there is free game for Facebook to use whenever and wherever they deem fit. See the article here. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2190482 Mon, 16 Feb 2009 14:21:58 +0100 2190482 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2172810&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Ftips-from-tnt-dental-marketing-and-seo%2F Ever wonder how to claim a stake on the Internet? Websites, blogs, search engine optimization, call tracking, conversion… there’s a lot to know! The Great Minds at TNTDental have launched an awesome website to keep YOU informed. Now, in easy-to-understand articles, you can get all the scoop you need to make informed decisions about your website and Internet marketing. Check it out here… http://tips.tntdental.com. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2172810 Mon, 09 Feb 2009 16:10:10 +0100 2172810 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2128822&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fdental-hygienists-can-expand-role-in-the-practice%2F An article published at www.hygienist.com, the online version of Modern Hygienist magazine, reviews how hygienists can play a valuable role in dental practice marketing. Our own Linda Miles is quoted in the article as stating, “The hygiene department is the foundation of every general practice and should be one-third of the practice’s gross annual production, excluding the doctor’s exam fee.” As the leader at the helm of your practice, you may not have considered how your hygienist(s) could benefit your online marketing efforts. These three tips will enhance your dental website AND make your life a little easier. 1) Ask your hygienist to form and be chairperson for a marketing committee that includes three other members of your staff. The team can evaluate current marketin... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2128822 Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:18:41 +0100 2128822 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2033006&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fthree-secrets-to-a-great-dental-website%2F Web markeitng is here to stay, so if you’re going to put up a good game, you need a sensational website. Dr. Larry Emmott, DentalBogs contributor, Dental Products Report columnist, and techincal guru said in his recent DPR column, “I can’t say an office Web page is essential, but it is highly desirable. After all, people really don’t need teeth, but compared with the alternative they are highly desirable.” So, while a website isn’t as important as, say, your dental license, can be the backbone of a successful modern marketing campaign. If you’re like most dentists, you may not know where to start when it comes to web design. Here’s the fomlula in three simple secrets: 1.      Custom Design and Content - Don’t settle for cookie-... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2033006 Fri, 12 Dec 2008 14:39:20 +0100 2033006 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2026835&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fvsling-by-smile-reminder-a-new-twist-on-marketing-for-dentists%2F This week, SmileReminder, the popular service that alerts patients via email, phone, or text message of an upcoming medical appointment (and so much more), introduced an innovative service to post patients’ video testimonials on YouTube and other leading media websites. When a potential patient searches for a dentist online, search engine results can now include video clips of actual patients testifying about their experience in a dentist’s office. vSling captures and distributes video testimonials and is easy to use, according to the PRWEB press release. Patients  simply sit in front of a computer webcam and give their testimonial before leaving a dentist’s or doctor’s office. As an alternative, a patient with a webcam at home can record a testimonial at his/h... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2026835 Tue, 09 Dec 2008 15:46:39 +0100 2026835 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1951777&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fdentists-website-on-page-one%25e2%2580%25a6-but-thats-not-the-whole-story%2F You may think it sounds pretty impressive to hear that a website is on “page one.” Granted, being on page one (or even better, at the top of page one) is a great goal if the term your site is found for is a good one. Here’s what I mean - When someone is looking for a dentist online, he or she will usually Google* the word “dentist” and a nearby city. This would mean that a Katy, Tx resident may type in “Katy dentist” or “Houston dentist.” Beyond that, the searcher may look for a more specific topic like “cosmetic dentistry,” “gum disease,” “crowns in an hour,” or “clear braces.” To be found on page one for these relevant terms is terrific. To be found on page one, even in the number-one sp... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1951777 Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:32:05 +0100 1951777 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1868500&cid=t_147782_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fpatient-focused-dental-blogs-for-news-information-and-search-engine-optimization%2F What’s up with a blog? Sounds kind of silly, but oddly technical, doesn’t it? “Blog” is short for “web log,” which, in essence, is an online journal. Since you’re already at DentalBlogs.com, you probably have a pretty good idea about what a blog is. Individuals post personal information, photos, and updates about their lives on blogs. However, in business, the blog has another purpose. Business blogs can become an online newsletter and an effective marketing tool. This blog, for instance, is directed at dental professionals. It’s a news and information blog. Any dentist can create his or her own blog to get information into patients’ hands. You don’t even need a website. The best use of a blog for marketing a dental practice is i... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1868500 Fri, 10 Oct 2008 14:43:01 +0100 1868500 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1338206&cid=t_147782_150_f&fid=35777&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FPharmalot%2F%7E3%2F261380831%2F A survey of approximately 1,000 physicians found that Merck was mentioned as a top company by 361 of the respondents, outpacing the 219 mentions given Glaxo, according to Verispan, the market research firm. Merck performed particularly well among primary care physicians and pediatricians, with 48 percent of primary care docs and 52 percent of pediatricians ranking it among the three drugmakers with the best ePromotion programs. Merck’s spending on ePromotion activities has more than quadrupled over the last 3 years, reaching almost $83 million in 2007, according to Verispan’s ePromotion Audit, which monitors and tracks online pharma promotion to physicians. Merck currently leads the industry in ePromotion investment, accounting for more than 20 percent industry spending for this promo... Pharmalot blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1338206 Mon, 31 Mar 2008 16:40:20 +0100 1338206 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=888613&cid=t_147782_97_f&fid=35050&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FPharmaGazette%2F%7E3%2F159205579%2Fonline_pharma_marketing.html I ran across this great marketing site that was discussing the problems that pharmaceutical companies seem to be encountering when advertising on the web. Seems that an estimated $2.2 billion USD will be spent on online advertising by the pharma and health care industries by 2011 however, a market research report last week that what these industries are doing now is not working."Some of the trouble is self-induced, and some is caused by market and regulatory forces, a change in congressional leadership and just plain bad luck" states the report form eMarketer.The report offers a host of suggestions and underlines that the biggest weakness the pharma companies have is their previous focus being on "selling" the doctors to prescribe their medications. It is suggested... PharmaGazette blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=888613 Thu, 20 Sep 2007 22:02:51 +0100 888613 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=880355&cid=t_147782_150_f&fid=35777&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FPharmalot%2F%7E3%2F158109597%2F Drug marketers are missing out on the Internet, claims eMarketer, an Internet market research firm. In fact, the firm goes so far as to say the marketing departments “have a rigid view of the Internet” as a means of delivering info, even as consumers use the Internet to interact with one another and learn about brands. Why should marketers care? A consumer’s “online experience helps to build or break trust in brands and companies,” warns eMarketer. In any event, some folks seem to get it. Online advertising spending by drugmakers and the healthcare industry will hit $975 million this year, a 19 percent increase over last year. By 2011, the pharmaceutical category will account for 5 percent of US online ad spending, or $2.2 billion, eMarketer predicts. (If you... Pharmalot blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=880355 Tue, 18 Sep 2007 15:32:03 +0100 880355