Mariam Olayode Dental anxiety can’t always be eased with “just relax.” Practical strategies such as asking about a patient’s fears, establishing a stop signal, and listening for signs of distress can help dental teams build trust and create a more supportive experience. Key Highlights Replace “just relax” with questions that uncover the specific concerns behind […]
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By: Bethany Montoya, MBA, RDH Pulling a dental mask under the chin or stashing it in a pocket may seem harmless, but these common habits can undermine infection control. Here’s why proper mask handling matters for dental professionals and patient safety. Key Highlights Used masks can become contaminated with bacteria, saliva, blood, spray, and debris […]
Ekta Pandya, BDS, DDS Two dentists can view the same radiographs and still arrive at different treatment plans due to clinical variability. AI offers a way to improve consistency, strengthen patient trust, and support better case acceptance in dentistry. Key Highlights Inconsistent treatment planning erodes trust: Variability between clinicians leads to patient confusion, lower case acceptance, […]
Jason H. Goodchild, DMD New research shows that buffered articaine can significantly reduce injection pain and speed the onset of anesthesia compared to nonbuffered formulations. See why buffered local anesthetics may improve patient comfort, clinical efficiency, and overall practice satisfaction. Key Highlights A randomized clinical trial found that buffered articaine produced significantly less injection pain, […]
Mark McKee CDT explores the science behind a shade match for Patient: Melanie (Mel) Burian Purpose The purpose of this blog is to discuss the findings of research conducted by McTech in response to a shade match. In the field of Dental technology, much of our education is self-guided. In nearly all states, there is […]
Sarah Butkovic, MA, BA AI is transforming health care, but incomplete dental data could leave clinicians making decisions without the full picture. Here’s why medical-dental integration is essential to ensuring dentistry isn’t left out of the future of whole-person care. AI is transforming healthcare, but if oral health remains disconnected from medical records and clinical […]
Periodontal disease and tooth decay are the two biggest threats to dental health across the world. With gum disease as the leading cause of tooth loss in adults, it is an undiscussed pandemic. However, it is largely preventable through daily oral health maintenance. Periodontal disease is an infection of the oral tissues that support the […]
Losing a tooth is more than cosmetic — it affects chewing, bone health, and confidence. While bridges and dentures have long been the standard, dental implants are redefining tooth replacement. This blog explains why implants are rapidly becoming the preferred solution for both patients and clinicians. What Is a Dental Implant? A dental implant is […]
By: General Dentist Paige Kitzing Electrolyte powders have become a go-to solution for hydration, whether you’re working out, recovering from illness, trying to stay energized throughout the day, or, let’s face it, after a night out with too many cocktails. But while they help replenish vital minerals, many people don’t realize they may also be […]
A well-executed All-on-X delivers a fixed, natural-looking smile with restored bite force and long-term stability. Full-arch implant restorations, commonly known as All-on-X, have transformed care for patients facing a future of removable dentures. A well-executed All-on-X delivers a fixed, natural-looking smile with restored bite force and long-term stability. But predictable outcomes don’t happen by accident. […]
