The integration of AI is revolutionizing the screening workflow in dentistry, transforming how dentists approach detection, documentation, claim processing, and patient communication.
A healthy 49-year-old female was referred to the Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology service for evaluation of intensely painful gingival lesions, which were associated with bleeding and difficulty brushing.
Letter to the editor I did enjoy reading Dr. Fritz and Ms. Rosenboom’s article titled: “Geographic tongue beyond the dorsum” published in the October edition. Thank you for the reminder that the geographic tongue can have multiple locations and presentations. It is indeed an interesting and unusual case. I could not but notice that the patient’s medical … Read more
Here is a round up of highlights from the Data Driven Dentistry stories that were released this year, including stats about AI, the CDCP, and more.
In our day-to-day clinical practice, we have a keystone—dental research, which helps us to ensure that our treatments are evidence-based and effective.
This article explores best practices for specialists to effectively network with general dentists and generate consistent referrals.
Politics and specifics aside, the general discourse and issues surrounding the CDCP present keen marketing and communications opportunities for savvy practice owners and administrators like yourself.
Let’s dig into how landlords can take advantage of dentists—and how you can stay flossed and fierce.
The name “Maya” Dental Clinic is inspired by the Maya bird of the Philippines, which symbolizes resilience, freedom, and community values that mirror their journey and philosophies of care.
People often ask what made me step away from day-to-day dentistry and into the world of AI and tech innovation. It wasn’t a single event but a series of experiences that pushed me to ask, “what if…” and think bigger.
Abstract Monitoring peri-implant soft tissue stability has long been hindered by the subjectivity and limitations of traditional methods such as probing, photography, and radiography. Layered intraoral scanning offers a reproducible digital method to detect subtle changes in soft-tissue morphology over time. By superimposing baseline and recall scans, clinicians can identify early shifts in papilla height, … Read more
When it comes to launching or expanding a dental office or hygiene clinic, one decision can define your future success more than most: location.
Have you ever wondered why some dental practices with fewer total reviews consistently outrank competitors who’ve been collecting testimonials for years? The answer lies in understanding Google’s preference for fresh patient feedback over aging testimonials.
Effective oral hygiene instruction and regular recall appointments provide significant benefits for pediatric patients and are an essential part of the overall treatment plan. But what happens when the child you first meet is non-compliant?
Your employees can be a gold mine for ideas that can bring your clinic to new heights of operational efficiency, productivity, and performance – including ideas on outreach to patients and on how to better market and communicate the merits of your practice to others in your community. And there may be no better time … Read more
As dental hygienists, we spend much of our time focusing on clinical care. Yet from your patient’s perspective, their experience extends far beyond the chair.
Luminita Dica, RDH, has been named a 2024 Sunstar RDH Award of Distinction winner. She operates Lumi’s Dental Hygiene Care, an independent dental hygiene clinic serving the Kitchener–Waterloo area. Dica graduated from a dental hygiene program in 2008 after returning to school from a previous career as a dental assistant. Since then, patients have come … Read more
before you invest in another scanner, marketing campaign, or consultant promising new patients, start with your front desk. Because if your phone calls fail, your marketing dollars and your new technology cannot save you.
To my students, past and present: your questions, challenges, and successes have shaped me as an educator and continue to remind me of the privilege of teaching in this profession. “Sweetie, make sure you choose a career that you love, because adults spend a lot of time at work.” – R. Pawelczyk, my dad This simple … Read more
When I first began practicing dental hygiene, I quickly realized that our profession had incredible potential—but there were also gaps. Voids that left me asking: why isn’t anyone doing something about this? That question became the spark that ignited my entrepreneurial journey. Spotting the voids My first realization was with instrumentation. Early in my career, … Read more