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The Set-Up “Tobacco use has been associated with a variety of diseases including periodontal diseases. In this article, Dr. Ryder addresses ways in which the dental team can play a significant role in improving the patient’s overall health,” Dr. Peter O. Cabrera, Team Lead

Every dentist wants to provide their patients with caring, quality service that can restore form, function and a natural looking, pleasing smile. When we take on the responsibility of providing patients with cosmetic dentistry we directly impact their self-image. Consequently, before providing that service, we need to know as much as possible to determine if we can fulfill their expectations. Fortunately, this is easy to do if you use the following simple techniques:

The dental hygiene component of a general practice can and should be a profit center for the practice. Yet in too many practices it is viewed as a break even, or even worse, a loss leader. The following miss-steps contribute to the perception that a hygiene department is unprofitable:

Change can be a good thing, especially when it involves the entire team. There are easy ways to transform your office into a welcoming environment that your staff and your patients enjoy.

Everybody loves a coupon. People like the thought of getting a deal, and may be more likely to go forward with treatment if you’re offering a discount. But if you send them an email about a limited time discount on treatment they’re already getting, they may feel like they’re spending too much.

This time-saving model technique is an example of the way profound results can be realized with seemingly simple products.

SANTA MARIA, CA - DenMat’s brand new website with e-commerce functionality is now live. Now dentists and staff will be able to log in to DenMat.com, learn about DenMat products, check out current online promotions, and make purchases in the elegantly designed e-store.

SciCan's Statim G4 line features internet connectivity that keeps dental staff updated throughout the instrument sterilization process.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Oct. 16, 2012 - October is National Dental Hygiene Month, and this year’s theme is “Keep them healthy.

Show, don’t just tell, them their dental benefits. Communicating with patients regarding their dental benefits can be frustrating and is always a touchy subject.

Rally behind a cause. As a dentist, you make a difference in your patients’ lives every day. So why not take that a step further and give back to your community by finding a cause to support?

Boost their confidence. It’s summer, and your patients have a lot going on from weddings, to family vacations to high school reunions.  Maybe they’re searching for that special someone or need to ace an interview to land that perfect job. Whatever the case may be, they want and need to look their best.

Don’t underestimate the power of the little things. Patients like to feel special. They want to know they’re taken care of and they want to be comfortable during their appointments.

Take advantage of special occasions. Like it or not, marketing is an important part of your practice. It’s a great way for you to reach out to your patients to let them know what your practice is all about, and can be an opportunity to do something fun in your practice.

Take video. As a team, you and your staff should always look for ways to increase case acceptance, and that includes improving your case presentation skills. One way to do that is to actually watch how you interact with your patients and how they react to you.

Take care of yourself. If you’re feeling sluggish or you're starting to experience the body aches and pains that are all too often part of a dentist’s day-to-day, then you probably aren’t providing the best care possible for your patients.

The Pride Institute "Best of Class" panel explains why they chose this year's winners. This month: Ultradent's VALO Cordless, DENTCA CAD/CAM Denture, KaVo's COMFORTdrive, and Schick Technologies' CDR Elite WiFi.  

The dental field is constantly changing. There are so many new products and technologies that hit the market every year that it can be difficult to keep up. It’s easy to become overwhelmed by it all and to just stick with what you know. But if you do that, you’re doing your practice and your patients a disservice.

The Pride Institute "Best of Class" panel explains why they chose this year's winners. This month features the only six products that have been recognized by the Pride Institute as "Best of Class" multiple years in a row.

Seeking fiber posts, perhaps? Maybe a new means to extrude impression material? A mobile dental system? Or simply some disinfectant wipes? If so, products to fill all these needs are part of the new dental products roundup for the week of October 8, 2012.

Durable, nonabrasive, low-alcohol CaviWipes1 surface disinfectant/cleaner wipes offer materials compatibility with a kill time of 1 minute for TB and all other labeled organisms.

This week's episode of DPR Friday takes a closer look at a leading dental technician's thoughts on CAD/CAM technology, and products to watch at the ADA Annual Session.

Ivoclar Vivadent recently opened the doors to its new Canadian headquarters on Dixie Road in Mississauga, ON, Canada, amidst a crowd of local civic dignitaries and esteemed dental professionals. The new location will house sales, marketing, customer service, and distribution departments for the company’s Canadian division.

Dr. Antonia Kolokythas strives to give her patients a sense of understanding and hope through her work as a maxillofacial surgeon. She works with patients who have been diagnosed with cancer, and it’s a job she finds very rewarding.

Jana Berghoff is a registered dental hygienist who has worked in both the practice management and clinical sides of dentistry. Currently she is working on the technological side as the Technology Marketing Manager for Patterson Dental, and she attributes her success to the tools she took advantage of during her education and the new learning opportunities she seeks out every day.

Pamela McClain believes people go into dentistry because they’ve had a good experience at their dentist in the past, and that good experience is what she works hard to give her patients. “You have to do what you’re happy doing,” she said. “I see too many people who are unhappy in whatever career path they’ve chosen, and I think it’s really sad.” But she didn’t grow up with dreams of dentistry, though it was strong in her blood.

Dr. Lee Ann Brady's take on using BISCO's TheraCal LC flowable composite.

Cosmedent Inc. introduces dentalcomposites.com, a new website completely dedicated to composite dentistry. Cosmedent developed this free resource to help dentists improve their skills with composite.

Said to be engineered with simplicity, the Model S-4350 Mobile System duo cart provides all the basic features in a smooth, esthetic design. The system features a removable starboard work surface, which can remain on the cart or be used in other locations in the operatory. A doctor’s only version also is available.

The duomix II dynamic mixing machine extrudes Aquasil Ultra Smart Wetting® Impression Materials at an average of 46mm per second. Offered in partnership with Renfert GmbH, the machine replaces the original duomix machine. It is said to provide superb consistency and is an easy and fast way to get the bulk benefits of Aquasil Ultra DECA™ 380ml hard cartridges.