When people think about going to the dentist, “fun” isn’t the word that typically comes to mind. Whether it’s fear from a past negative experience, anxiety about costs, or frustration with finding the right dentist to meet their needs, many Canadians neglect going to the dentist, leading to negative long-term health repercussions. But one Toronto … Read more
Technology has made its way to the healthcare industry, changing the way patient care is handled on a variety of levels. Telehealth and teledentistry are two prime examples. Though they were already on the rise, the COVID-19 pandemic created a boom in telehealth, with 46 percent of patients saying they use telehealth for some visits, … Read more
The GeriaDental App provides expert tips from dentists and hygienists to assist care givers when providing oral health care to older adults. The free app is a great tool for educating the professional/family care givers of your patients to ensure the best possible care is provided. Studies show that geriatric patients have less access to … Read more
The Kois Center (https://www.koiscenter.com/patient-education/healthymouth/) recently launched a new self-assessment, educational app specifically designed for patients called the Healthy Mouth. The app provides users with an immediate estimate of their oral health using an algorithm that analyzes user responses to oral health questions, before providing risk estimates in a variety of categories. Access to the Healthy … Read more
Your dental patients are on the go, and they take the internet with them. They are using mobile devices to view your website, check their schedules, and contact your office. Why not make it easy for them with your very own mobile app? WHY YOU NEED AN APP You are always looking for new ways … Read more