By: Dr. Leonard A. Hess, DDSClinical Director, The Dawson AcademyThis article originally appeared on TheDawsonAcademy.com, Dr. Hess allowed igniteDDS to share with our readers. When we talk about utilizing bimanual manipulation as a way to get centric relation, one of the biggest misunderstandings we see is the tendency for dentists to think CR is achieved…

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22.08.2024

Embracing Change & Innovation in Dentistry (Dr. Naved Fatmi)

By embracing change, dental professionals can enhance their practices, better serve their patients, and find more satisfaction.

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20.08.2024

Real Dentist Experience Using Vivadent Aerosol Reduction Gel

Vivadent Aerosol Reduction Gel gets added to our water and transforms the massive aerosol into a minor dribble.

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17.08.2024

Prioritizing Value for Ideal Shade Matching with Composites

Shade matching is one of the biggest challenges for dentists when it comes to composite restoration. Here are some tips.

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14.08.2024

Leading with Empathy & Setting Standards (Irene Iancu RRDH)

Leading by practicing mindful communication, establishing firm yet respectful boundaries, and embodying the values we aspire of our team.

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13.08.2024

New Dentists: Strategies for Preventing Burnout in Dentistry

As a new dentist, to avoid burnout, maintaining a balance between professional ambitions and personal well-being is non-negotiable.

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09.08.2024

HPV and Oral Cancer: Early Detection and Prevention

Early detection and prevention are the areas where dentists can have the most significant impact for patients with HPV and oral cancer.

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07.08.2024

The Role of Psychology in Financial Planning (Todd Doobrow, CFP)

While financial planning involves complex calculations and strategic decisions, it is fundamentally shaped by psychological factors.

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06.08.2024

Lessons I Learned in My First Year of Dentistry: Dr. Craig

I have grown, learned, and changed from who I was a year ago, that is all I can hope for or expect of myself in my first year of dentistry.

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02.08.2024

Tongue Ties, Restricted Fascia, and Mouth Breathing (Dr. Zaghi)

By: Dr. Soroush Zaghi, MDThis topic originally appeared on TheDawsonAcademy.com. Dr. Zaghi granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. The consequences of tongue ties, restricted fascia, and mouth breathing, are explained by a leading expert, physician, and researcher in nasal obstruction, snoring, and sleep-disordered breathing. Conversation with Dr. Zaghi on Tongue Ties, Restricted…

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01.08.2024

How to Know When It’s Time to Buy a Dental Practice: Dr. Crowell

Knowing if you're ready to buy a dental practice is an assessment of your finances, skills, market conditions, goals, and legal considerations.

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30.07.2024

Help...My Dental Assistant Won't Restock the Treatment Rooms

Here are 7 ways to enhance the efficiency and improve patient care and satisfaction at your dental practice.

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27.07.2024

Maximizing Team Member Engagement with Dr. Kleive, DDS

Let's discuss what causes disengagement and how you can avoid the downfalls of a disgruntled team in your practice.

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25.07.2024

Cultivating Team Synergy in Dental Practice Management

Team synergy among your dental practice is a meticulous dance between leading and partnering with one’s team.

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23.07.2024

Elevating Common Dental Procedures with the Solea

The Solea laser elevates many common dental procedures in both hard- and soft tissue, serving as a tool that amplifies practice capabilities.

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20.07.2024

Know Your Patients: One of the Keys to Successful Treatment

Get to know your patients and you can gently steer them toward optimal oral health and informed treatment choices.

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18.07.2024

Redefining Success: Dental Professionals on Career Fulfillment

Success is not just about achieving predetermined goals but about finding satisfaction and meaning in one's efforts.

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16.07.2024

Innovative Dental Technology Increases Efficiency & Production

Dr. Kelly is passionate about innovation in dental technology. He is currently an instructor with Aesthetic Vision Seminars.

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13.07.2024

TMJ 101: The Best TMD Treatment Options For Dentists

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, commonly referred to as TMD, are a set of conditions affecting the jaw joint and surrounding muscles.

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11.07.2024

Navigating Patient Expectations: Insights for Early-Career Dentists

Early-career dentists can find solace and support in the truths shared by these two professionals on patient expectations.

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09.07.2024

Breaking Barriers to Care: Innovation in Special Needs Dentistry

While special needs dentistry can be intimidating, the right preparation, attitude, and technology can open the door to business growth.

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06.07.2024

Interdental Papilla: Esthetic Considerations

Interdental papilla has a functional and esthetic importance, it protects the periodontium during eating

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04.07.2024

DMG DentaMile Desk MC System

Jump into digital dentistry effortlessly with our complete and validated 3D printing system, the DentaMile Desk MC.

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02.07.2024

Referrals: What Dentists Wish Patient’s Knew with Dr. Craig

Trust your gut. Trust the training you have had and do what is best for you and your patient if you need to send referrals.

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29.06.2024

Handling Patient’s Denials in Your Practice with Mary Osborne RDH

Resolving denials within a dental practice requires a balance of empathy, patience, and communication between the clinician and the patient.

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26.06.2024

Variolink Esthetic System Review: Full Case Study & Outcome

Utilizing the Variolink Esthetic system has proven transformative in my practice, especially evident in the complex worn dentition case.

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25.06.2024

Overlapping of Dental X-Rays & How to Avoid It

Overlapping of dental X-rays, particularly in the interproximal areas, occurs when the X-ray beam isn't perpendicular to the tooth surfaces & the image receptor.

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22.06.2024

What is Fremitus & Why Should You Check For It? (Dr. Hess, DDS)

Fremitus is the vibration or movement of a tooth when teeth come into contact together.

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20.06.2024

Team Building in Dental Practice Management (Irene Iancu RRDH)

By embracing diversity in our team building composition, we can unlock new levels of creativity and problem-solving.

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18.06.2024

Three-Dimensional Printing in Combined Orthodontic & Restorative Treatment

By: Dr. Julia Latham, DDSThis article originally appeared on DentistyToday.com. Dr. Latham gave igniteDDS permission to share with our readers. The past 3 years of experience in our practice have made it clear that 3D printing provides numerous benefits for patients and practices alike. The digital impression-taking process is far more comfortable for the patient…

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15.06.2024

Increase Case Acceptance by Listening More to Your Patients

Despite having clinical skills, a key factor to success in case acceptance is communication with patients to understand what they want.

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13.06.2024

Dental Practice Ownership Insights from Irene Iancu RRDH

The insights gleaned from Irene Iancu's experiences serve as a call to action for current and aspiring dental practice owners.

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11.06.2024

3D-Printed Bleaching Trays and Micro-Invasive Solutions

The incorporation of the DMG bleaching trays workflow further reinforces the effectiveness of the treatment.

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08.06.2024

Improving the Quality of Life for Patients with Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea results in patients getting poor sleep, and having dry mouth which results in increasing risk for cavities.

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The Race to the Finish Line with Ecosite Elements: Dr. Muntean

Transitioning from Dental School to Clinical Practice with Dr. Craig

Occlusal Examination: Why and How

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Dental Assistants Who Cross-Contaminates in a Dental Office: Tips

How Do You Know If You Achieved Centric Relation? - igniteDDS

Embracing Change & Innovation in Dentistry (Dr. Naved Fatmi)

Real Dentist Experience Using Vivadent Aerosol Reduction Gel

Prioritizing Value for Ideal Shade Matching with Composites

Leading with Empathy & Setting Standards (Irene Iancu RRDH)

New Dentists: Strategies for Preventing Burnout in Dentistry

HPV and Oral Cancer: Early Detection and Prevention

The Role of Psychology in Financial Planning (Todd Doobrow, CFP)

Lessons I Learned in My First Year of Dentistry: Dr. Craig

Tongue Ties, Restricted Fascia, and Mouth Breathing (Dr. Zaghi)

How to Know When It’s Time to Buy a Dental Practice: Dr. Crowell

Help...My Dental Assistant Won't Restock the Treatment Rooms

Maximizing Team Member Engagement with Dr. Kleive, DDS

Cultivating Team Synergy in Dental Practice Management

Elevating Common Dental Procedures with the Solea

Know Your Patients: One of the Keys to Successful Treatment

Redefining Success: Dental Professionals on Career Fulfillment

Innovative Dental Technology Increases Efficiency & Production

TMJ 101: The Best TMD Treatment Options For Dentists

Navigating Patient Expectations: Insights for Early-Career Dentists

Breaking Barriers to Care: Innovation in Special Needs Dentistry

Interdental Papilla: Esthetic Considerations

DMG DentaMile Desk MC System

Referrals: What Dentists Wish Patient’s Knew with Dr. Craig

Handling Patient’s Denials in Your Practice with Mary Osborne RDH

Variolink Esthetic System Review: Full Case Study & Outcome

Overlapping of Dental X-Rays & How to Avoid It

What is Fremitus & Why Should You Check For It? (Dr. Hess, DDS)

Team Building in Dental Practice Management (Irene Iancu RRDH)

Three-Dimensional Printing in Combined Orthodontic & Restorative Treatment

Increase Case Acceptance by Listening More to Your Patients

Dental Practice Ownership Insights from Irene Iancu RRDH

3D-Printed Bleaching Trays and Micro-Invasive Solutions

Improving the Quality of Life for Patients with Sleep Apnea

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