Dr. Roger P. Levin brings you the most thought-provoking topics from the Dental Business Study Clubs, an organization focused on the business of successful dentistry. Each month, Dr. Levin will explore an aspect of the business of dentistry in detail. Overhead is a necessary evil because the old saying that “you have to spend money to make money” is correct. However, when overhead becomes higher than acceptable, it becomes invasive and, eventually,
Many people seem to want to switch to healthy eating. While many ideas are out there, it is a fact that nutrient-dense, anti-inflammatory ways of eating have served societies the best throughout human evolution. These plant and animal sources were endemic to where these peoples thrived. Nutrient-dense means that there are many nutrients per calorie of food. Anti-inflammatory means that these foods do not cause inflammation in the gut and
People with psoriasis may also be at an increased risk for periodontal disease. The findings of a new study linked the itchy, red skin condition to the health of teeth and gums. Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune skin disease that presents as thick, red, and sometimes scaly patches on various parts of the body, such as the elbow and scalp. Researchers from Germany believe gene expressions attributed to inflammation and
As adolescents transition to greater independence and adulthood, what determines whether they adhere to recommended dental treatments? Do socioeconomic factors have an effect? Might adopting certain habits or associating with certain people interfere with following suggested care? Researchers conducted a study to find out. They followed up with Brazilian teenagers 18 months after they sought dental care. The adolescents completed questionnaires about socioeconomic factors and alcohol and drug use, and
Dental implant companies Keystone Dental and Paltop Advanced Dental Solutions plan to merge. Paltop is based in Israel. The companies will combine operations via a stock exchange transaction. Other terms of the agreement were not disclosed.
Dear DrBicuspid Member, Mention the process of changing practice management software systems to dentists and you’re bound to see some exasperated looks. It’s not surprising, writes Dan Easty, a technology advisor for Patterson Dental. While there are many moving parts, he shares some ways to ease the transition for your practice and your patients. Patients spend billions each year on at-home whitening procedures. But are these products effective at changing the
Roland DGA has named Andrew Oranksy as its new CEO. Oranksy has been president of the company since 2016.
Patients spend billions each year on at-home whitening procedures. But are these products effective at changing the color of patients’ teeth, and do they have a positive effect on their quality of life? Researchers conducted a study with nearly 60 patients to test one brand’s effectiveness and impact. They reported that the treatment was effective in both changing the color of patients’ teeth and positively affecting patients’ quality of life.
For many children, seeing a long, silver needle headed for their mouth is one of the most fear-inducing parts of dentistry. But a bee-shaped distraction device may help ease this pain and anxiety, according to the findings of a new study. Buzzy has a vibrating base and cold wings. All images courtesy of PainCareLabs. Researchers found children experienced less injection pain when they used Buzzy (PainCareLabs), a device that includes
Do you have a gum disease like gingivitis or a periodontal disease like periodontitis? If yes, you might be in need of dental scaling. You know you have gum disease if when you brush your teeth, your gums bleed on the bristles. Actually, gingivitis is a reversible condition, so there are things you can do before resorting to scaling. To prevent gingivitis, you need to limit your sugar intake, avoid
Dentsply Sirona has agreed that software and hardware manufacturer SICAT will be taken over by SICAT’s current management. The agreement took effect on January 1, 2019. Dentsply Sirona will sell its shares of SICAT, and SICAT will be wholly owned by its management and employees. The companies will continue their strategic partnership without changes for their customers, according to Dentsply Sirona. The transaction price was not disclosed.
When starting searching for a good dental clinic, it’s very important to have the confidence that it’s a good one. This is especially difficult when dental work in your place of residence is very expensive. Nowadays, thousands of people visit Mexico every day looking for high-quality dental work at affordable prices. One of the main destinations to get dental treatments is Los Algodones, also known as Molar City. In this
