Your teeth are one of the first things people notice about you, so taking care of them is important. However, many people are unaware of the habits that ruin their teeth. Several habits can harm oral health, from not brushing properly to not flossing regularly. This article will look at some of the…
By Tony Prestipino, CDT Do denture wearers still need to see their dentist twice a year for hygiene? The quick answer is yes, and here’s why. We all know when we go to the dentist for our bi-annual teeth cleaning that it is for our oral health. Oral health is much more, however, than just…
By: Bennett Napier, CAE For most people, at some point in our lives we will use the services of a licensed dentist. This blog is intended to help you determine the right dentist for your needs. It’s important for patients to know the alphabet soup of designations and specialties within dentistry. The DDS (Doctor of…
Patients – How to do you find the right Dentist? By: Bennett Napier, CAE In most of our lifetimes, we will all need the services of a dentist. This blog is intended to help you determine the right dentist for your needs. First, a basic overview on dental degrees. The DDS (Doctor…
Materials Accountability Standards Matter By: Eric Thorn, Esq. Many clearly recognize the importance of requiring dental laboratories to disclose to the dentist the point-of-origin and the material content of materials used in dental restorations as the accuracy of this information is essential to protect the patient safety. What many don’t recognize is that most states…
Dental implant procedures are on the rise due to their aesthetic appeal and high success rate. The dental implant and prosthetic market in the U.S. is projected to reach $6.4 billion in 2018, according the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID). More than 30 million Americans are missing all their teeth in one or both…