http://www.dentalblogs.com dentalblogs.com - dental news for dentists from the greatest minds in dentistry today Thu, 03 Jul 2008 12:55:13 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en What better way to ring off the Fourth of July weekend than with news about some of the great volunteers and philanthropic efforts in the dental field over the past week? These are just a sampling of the many news stories that often get overlooked for more exciting events. Think ... http://www.dentalblogs.com/archives/administrator/spreading-goodwill-strong-smiles-across-america/ Now bruxers can go to the pharmacy and purchase a night guard that offers immediate gratification – no boil and bite instructions. Splintek created the SleepRight night guard, a flexible, comfortable appliance that automatically adjusts to fit. Splintek's website says that health professionals may be eligible for special pricing. Call ... http://www.dentalblogs.com/archives/administrator/otc-sleepright-night-guard-approved-by-fda/ Digital Radiography is one of the most exciting and fastest growing technologies in dentistry. It is also the area with the most misinformation. I constantly talk with dentists who either do buy digital for the wrong reasons or don’t buy for the wrong reasons. My comprehensive technology guide, “Digital Radiography” ... http://www.dentalblogs.com/archives/larry-emmott/emmott-on-technology/ When you refer a patient to a specialist, do you think he'll really go? According to Kelton Research, about half of the folks (age 18-49) you refer to a specialist will ignore the suggestion. Specialists are losing revenue, and your patients could lose a hold on their oral health. How ... http://www.dentalblogs.com/archives/administrator/patients-ignore-specialist-referrals/ Dentists in tune with dental marketing know that women tend to be the decision makers in a household. But did you know that men are less likely to visit the dentist? About 45% of the folks who took an AGD poll feel like men don't need to visit the ... http://www.dentalblogs.com/archives/administrator/men-put-dental-care-on-back-burner/ At TheWealthyDentist.com, a recent survey reveals what we already knew – dentists love to create beautiful smiles! Maybe it's the artistry that goes into reshaping, coloring, and building a new smile; maybe it's the life-changing results in a patient's life… The survey says that the favorites rank as follows, cosmetic ... http://www.dentalblogs.com/archives/administrator/dentist-love-cosmetics/ The American Dental Association recognizes nine specialties that require advanced education. These are dental public health, oral and maxillofacial surgery, oral and maxillofacial radiology, oral and maxillofacial pathology, endodontics, orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics, pediatric dentistry (pedodontics), periodontics, and prosthodontics. As you are well aware, cosmetic dentistry isn't on the list. ... http://www.dentalblogs.com/archives/administrator/should-the-ada-regulate-cosmetic-dentistry/ A study at Medical College of Georgia found that the blue light dentists use to harden composite resin in fillings has desirable side effects. The light causes oral cancer cells to stop growing or self-destruct. The study found a 10-percent increase in cell suicide (apoptosis) and an 80-percent reduction in ... http://www.dentalblogs.com/archives/administrator/dentists-curing-light-cures-cancer/ Continuing education, the Internet, and self-learning have combined to make postgraduate education easier than ever. For instance, The Dawson Center offers a great selection of videos and books, as well as other resources for your entire team, available for purchase online. Educational materials from Pankey and LVI are right at ... http://www.dentalblogs.com/archives/administrator/dental-educational-materials-ces-online/ You've invested in a fabulous website to promote your practice online. After all, it's the thing to do. Everyone's online these days – at least everyone who you want to attract to your practice. The problem is, no matter how sensational your website, it is potentially competing with every other ... http://www.dentalblogs.com/archives/administrator/dont-get-lost-seo-to-focus-your-dental-website-markeitng/ In Mobile, Alabama, a zoo owner called the dentist when his Siberian tiger, Ana, broke two teeth and needed a root canal. Dr. Greg Sand responded to his human patient's feline friend by performing the root canal – while Ana was under sedation, of course. See the video at ... http://www.dentalblogs.com/archives/administrator/siberian-tiger-at-the-dentist/ Check out YouTube's dental visit videos – including skits with Tim Conway, Mr. Bean, and Al Bundy, here. http://www.dentalblogs.com/archives/administrator/tvs-funniest-dental-visit-videos/ Nobel Biocare NobelActive™ Now Available This month, NobelActive became available for dental implant procedures following a pre-launch period and much scientific research. The new system offers high initial stability (even with compromised bone), bone condensing, redirecting capability, dual-function connection, and Platform Shifting™. See these resources at Nobel Biocare's website: Product ... http://www.dentalblogs.com/archives/administrator/nobel-boicare-nobelactivetm-now-available/ Kill salmonella and SARS with paper? This strange idea could become reality. Scientists will share their concept at a conference in Espoo, Finland from June 24-26, 2008. Bioactive paper researchers hope to develop paper that does many things – including finding contaminants in water. Read more at http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/images/top2.jpg. SOURCE: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/112161.php http://www.dentalblogs.com/archives/administrator/medical-science-bioactive-paper-to-find-and-destroy-pathogens/ Periodontist Tom Wilcko developed Wilckodontics, a method of orthodontics that repositions teeth more quickly than traditional methods. The Wilckodontics website claims that patients can be "in and out of braces in 3 to 8 months." The procedure, intended for adults with mature bone tissue, involves PAOO, Periodontally Accelerated Osteogenic Orthodontics. ... http://www.dentalblogs.com/archives/administrator/wilckodontics-with-human-bone-grafting-accelerates-ortho-for-dental-patients/ In the battle over amalgam usage for dental fillings, the FDA has set a deadline to reclassify dental amalgam. By July 2009, the FDA plans to have a final decision on new classification. This change of heart and mind was brought about when a lawsuit against the FDA by Moms ... http://www.dentalblogs.com/archives/administrator/fda-will-reclassify-amalgam-in-2009/ Have you ever been to a Website and felt like you're being pummeled with information? Where do you begin? What do you click first? Long paragraphs, longer pages… Do you really have time for this? Do your patients? When a guy sits down at a home computer to find a dentist, ... http://www.dentalblogs.com/archives/administrator/dental-websites-that-work/ What makes your practice different? What makes patients want to come back? It's a hot term in the industry, The Wow Effect or The Wow Factor. What is it? Dr. Joe Blaes, editor for Dental Economics and a renowned dental speaker and educator, wrote about Wow-ing patients in "Focus On: ... http://www.dentalblogs.com/archives/administrator/dentists-can-wow-within-reason/ Is it possible to absolutely prevent anyone from ever, ever hacking into your computer? The answer is no. Is it possible to prevent someone from ever, ever breaking into your home or office, stealing your car or for that matter robbing the bank where you have deposited your valuables? ... http://www.dentalblogs.com/archives/larry-emmott/emmott-on-computer-security/ The FDA came to a settlement with Moms Against Mercury in the lawsuit regarding dental amalgam fillings. The FDA's new view, posted on their website, now reads: " Dental amalgams contain mercury, which may have neurotoxic effects on the nervous systems of developing children and fetuses. When amalgam fillings are ... http://www.dentalblogs.com/archives/administrator/fda-settles-in-amalgam-case-ada-responds/