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Trouble thinking? Better see the dentist Reuters Share     Good oral care such as regular brushing, flossing and trips to the dentist, may help aging adults keep their thinking skills intact, according to a U.S. study. Research has already established an association between poor oral health and heart disease, stroke and diabetes, as well as Alzheimer's disease. More
From dental crowns to implants The New York Times Share
In an overwhelming majority of cases, implants to replace lost teeth are by far the best long-term solution for maintaining a healthy mouth. Also, because they rarely need to be replaced, in the long run they are more economical than bridges. More The technical and anatomical aspects of the world's first near-total human face and maxilla transplant Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery Share
The Cleveland Clinic reported the world's first successful combined face and maxilla transplant in December 2008. Unlike the three prior face transplants, this surgical procedure was done as a salvage operation in a patient who had undergone 23 major reconstructive procedures. The additional complexity due to significant postoperative scarring and recipient vessel depletion presented a unique challenge in this case. The extensive 3-dimensional losses of facial structures in multiple tissue planes required a Le Fort III osteomyocutaneous allotransplant incorporating the donor maxilla. More
Study: Dentists can predict heart disease, before it happens! Medical News Today Share
In a remarkable study in Sweden, dentists have led the way in a study designed to spot the early-warning signs of cardiovascular disease - which can lead to heart attacks. The study published in this month's Journal of the American Dental Association enrolled 200 patients who were selected to make sure that the results were truly independent and reliable; patients had to be forty five years or older with no previous record of taking medication for hypertension and no visits to a health care professional during the preceding 12 months during which glucose levels, total cholesterol levels or blood pressure had been assessed. More Three common words and phrases to avoid during patient interaction Dentistry IQ Share
Positive communication is key in almost every patient interaction. Say the wrong thing to patients, and you may not see them in your practice again. To provide their patients with the best customer service possible, Levin Group clients use PowerScripting to enhance the team’s verbal skills. PowerScripting focuses on using positive messages to motivate patients and improve overall practice efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, negative language sometimes creeps into use and can damage patient loyalty to the practice. More
Little benefit seen, so far, in electronic patient records The New York Times Share
The nation is set to begin an ambitious program, backed by $19 billion in government incentives, to accelerate the adoption of computerized patient records in doctors' offices and hospitals, replacing ink and paper. There is wide agreement that the conversion will bring better care and lower costs, saving the American health care system up to $100 billion a year by some estimates. More Dentistry, a high-tech version North Jersey Media Group Share
Robots may practice dentistry one day, but there will always be humans telling you to open wide, said a teacher on the cutting edge of tooth care. Dr. Nicolas Elian, an oral surgeon, said that while robots might even perform his specialty, dental implants, they won't be able to replace a dentist's years of education and hands-on experience. More
Dental tourism now covered by U.S. dental insurance plans! The Wealthy Dentist Share
Dental tourism has become increasingly popular lately, especially with consumers feeling the pinch of the recession. Mexican clinics target U.S. patients. Eastern European practices treat British nationals. It's big business these days, with Latin America, Eastern Europe and Asia offering low-cost dental care to international patients. We talked recently about how a British company is offering limited dental vacation insurance to protect patients from medical mishaps while they're out of the country. An American insurance company has now upped the ante. More
Zimmer Sinus Lift Balloon joins Regenerative family Inside Dentistry Share
Zimmer Dental Inc. announced the availability of the Zimmer Sinus Lift Balloon — the first in a series of "sinus lift solution" products stemming from an exclusive distribution agreement with Osseous Technologies of America. Created to simplify the delicate sinus lift procedure, the balloon offers a convenient option for clinicians and aids in creating a more positive patient experience. More
Dentists cut expenses, delay plans, purchases American Dental Association Share
As the country's financial and business sectors focus on getting growth back on track, so do U.S. dentists. That news was revealed in third quarter survey results from the ADA's Quarterly Survey of Economic Confidence. From Oct. 12-21, the ADA Health Policy Resources Center surveyed a nationally representative sample of 1,552 dentists to compare the performance of key dental practice metrics during the third quarter to those of the second quarter. More |
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