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Entries from May 2009

Got Arthritis? Call Your Dentist!

May 29th, 2009 · 2 Comments

The list of health problems associated with gum disease/periodontitis goes on and on, and it’s only getting longer. Most recently, scientists have added rheumatoid arthritis to the list. They found that that patients with rheumatoid arthritis and gum disease who undergo periodontal therapy experience less arthritis pain, fewer swollen joints, and reduced morning stiffness. The […]

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Tags: Clinical

Dental Periodontitis and Heart Disease Share Gene

May 27th, 2009 · No Comments

We’ve known about the links between gum disease and heart disease for some time now. People with gum disease have increased risk for heart problems. People who smoke, diabetics, and obese persons are at increased risk for both conditions. Heart disease is the number-one cause of death across the globe; gum disease is the number-one […]

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Tags: Clinical

Newsletter or Blog? The Tech-Savvy Dentist’s Dilemma

May 26th, 2009 · 2 Comments

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 […]

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Tags: Tips from TNT: Dental Websites & Internet Marketing

Dental Office Design Competition 2008 – Matsco

May 22nd, 2009 · 2 Comments

Are you considering designing or redesigning your detnal office? Be sure to look at the three practices that won Dental Office Design Competition 2008 by Matsco. This month’s Dental Economics features an article, with great photos, by Dr. Terrance Swonke of Swonke Family Denitstry, owner of the practice that won the competition.

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Tags: Administrative · Office Design

Dentistry News: Sleep Apnea Often Undiagnosed in Type 2 Diabetes Patients

May 21st, 2009 · No Comments

Diabetes is the seventh greatest cause of death in the United States. Over half of obese/overweight Americans have diabetes. In a recent study called Sleep AHEAD, 87% of obese patients with type 2 diabetes showed symptoms of sleep apnea, but they were not diagnosed.  Without diagnosis and treatment, these patients face increased risk for heart disease, […]

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Tags: Clinical

Dental Case Acceptance: Getting to YES!

May 20th, 2009 · No Comments

DentalProductsReport.com featured a Web Exclusive yesterday entitled “Sorry doc, I can’t pay.” In the article, Senior Editor Renee Knight reviews many of the points that Dr. John Cranham, Dr. Paul Homoly, Dr. Rhonda Savage, and Linda Miles have shown us right here on DentalBlogs. Positive attitudes and a dedication to building on proven systems will […]

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Tags: Administrative

Dentistry in History

May 19th, 2009 · 1 Comment

These days, tattoos and piercings are all the rage for young people. It seems faddish and immature to some, but ours isn’t the first culture to do silly things to alter our image. Hundreds -even a thousand years ago, people altered their bodies in the name of faddish beauty – and I use that term lightly. This is […]

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Tags: Just for Fun

Dental Websites: Copywriting

May 18th, 2009 · No Comments

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 […]

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Tags: Dental Websites · Tips from TNT: Dental Websites & Internet Marketing · Websites & Internet

Using the Internet for Dental Patient Education

May 15th, 2009 · No Comments

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; […]

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Tags: Tips from TNT: Dental Websites & Internet Marketing

More Dental News at DentalBlogs on Facebook

May 15th, 2009 · No Comments

If you want more than a blog a day from DentalBlogs, join us on Facebook! We’ll keep you up to date with the latest dental industry news. Check it out HERE, and become a DentalBlogs Facebook friend today. We’re also on Twitter!

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Tags: Administrative