Your patient is sitting in the chair and asks you about oil pulling. Huh? Yup, it's a "thing"...the latest wellness craze. It's an ancient Ayurvedic dental technique from India that claims to naturally whiten teeth, strengthen the gums and jaw, prevent gingivitis and cavities, rid the body of toxins, improve skin, clear sinuses, promote heart health and alleviate headaches and hangovers.
Living in the 21st century, we are witnessing substantial advancements and progress in every facet of our lives. With the quick pace at which technology is advancing, the 21st century is poised to surpass our wildest expectations. Profound technological enhancements will be seen across all health sectors including diagnosis, therapeutics, disease prevention and many others. Just as in many aspects of medical science, there has been, and will further be, a high convergence of scientific revolutions with clinical dentistry.
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Whether you are looking to track your fitness progress, check traffic on your way to work, or even monitor your blood pressure, it seems like there is a mobile app for nearly everything. And if you’re involved in the world of dentistry, you’ll be happy to know that the profession hasn’t been overlooked as far as these mobile apps go.
There are plenty of apps available for both dental professionals and students, each one ranging in functionality and price. The volume of apps is actually quite large and covers just about every dental-related issue you can think of, including surgical advice, drug references, diagnosis assistance and even tools for reading X-rays.
Topics: dental apps
Owning a dental practice has its rewards, but it also can be expensive. How can you keep the costs of running your business down without skimping on quality of care? Here are some tips to keep dental office costs down:
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The recession has hit most Americans in the purse. This is causing many to delay treatment for oral health issues due to financial concerns or a lack of access to care. As a result, preventable issues often become complicated ones before treatment takes place.
Back-to-school is a whirlwind for parents. They're shopping for new clothes, shoes, back packs, school supplies. They're taking their kids to the doctor for sports and wellness checkups. They probably think they've got it all covered.
Topics: dental care, back to school dental, dental check-up
Results from two of the largest international clinical studies performed to date with dental implants have just been published and demonstrate excellent clinical performance.
Topics: dental care, dental implants, dental implant service, dental plans
You know that during routine cleanings, you may discover your patients need deeper cleanings than anticipated. Typically it's because you found signs of gum disease, such as receding gums or severe tartar build-up.
Some patients may have questions about periodontal maintenance, what the procedures will entail...and what their benefits through Solstice will cover.
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