Technology Helps Periodontist Take Service to New Level
January 2nd 2017Daniel Kubikian, DMD, specializes in a procedure called Teeth-in-a-Day. He believes he is the only periodontist in his area to own and combine two unique, advanced technologies in order to ensure a more accurate diagnosis and treatment placement.
Emergency Department Visits for Dental Conditions Increase After Kentucky Medicaid Expansion
December 29th 2016In a new study published by Health Affairs, it was shown that many patients who enrolled in the Medicaid expansion program used local emergency departments for a variety of dental issues, many of which could have been prevented.
New Study Supports Expanded Scope of Practice for Dental Hygienists
December 27th 2016The study, which was published in the December edition of Health Affairs, produced results that support more autonomy for dental hygienists in terms of the care they can lawfully administer, particularly in parts of the US where access to oral health care is limited.
Study Links Dental Problems to Asthma Medications
December 27th 2016When the results were analyzed, it was found that asthmatic patients had a higher degree of dental erosion compared to non-asthmatic patients, but there was no significant relationship found between dental erosion and gender or the type of inhaler each patient used.
Why the Orbiter curing light shield is something to consider
December 27th 2016I’d love to introduce you to The Orbiter®! It is the first curing light eyeshield of its kind and stands apart from the rest for some amazing reasons! It rotates freely 360 degrees, which allows the clinician to adjust the filter into position "on the fly" while curing. It is also self-uprights, which brings the filter into your line of sight for most positions. These unique features make the curing process very efficient and saves time during the day.
Harness the Power of Social Media for Your Dental Practice
December 26th 2016Social media has replaced traditional newsletters and email newsletters because people carry Facebook in their pocket all day long and they use it 1.7 billion times every month, says Naren Arulrajah, president and CEO of Ekwa Marketing, a custom website design firm.