April 30th 2024
We explore ways to avoid patient disappointment on the back end of teeth whitening treatments by managing unrealistic patient expectations on the front end.
Are you ready for the next wave in dentistry?
March 21st 2012The history of the public's perception of dentistry may be viewed as consisting of three waves. I like to describe the first wave with the term "Feel Well Dentistry." During this wave, dentists were perceived as first and foremost who to call to get you out of tooth pain.
The more you booze, the more you lose
March 21st 2012There are many serious consequences to imbibing to excess. Alcoholic beverages can affect the mouth and teeth in many different ways. In recent times, some of the healthful benefits of moderate alcohol consumption have been noted. Certainly, in excess, alcohol has been shown to be detrimental to health. The detrimental effects of alcohol on the mouth can range from gum disease to oral cancer. Drinking can lead to gum disease
Oral Health America announces Fall for Smiles Campaign
March 21st 2012June 17, 2010, Chicago, IL-Oral Health America (OHA) announces the launch of Fall for Smiles®, a public messaging campaign conducted in collaboration with Oral Healthcare Can’t Wait®, an initiative of the Dental Trade Alliance. The campaign begins in September to promote messages to consumers about the importance of self care, good nutrition, regular dental visits, and tobacco avoidance in maintaining oral health.
Don’t be afraid of your kids’ treats
March 21st 2012Children throughout the country have their sites set on showing off cool costumes this weekend and on bringing home bags stuffed with candy. Many children look forward to this day throughout the year, but taking in too many of these sugary snacks clearly isn’t good for their overall health or for their smiles.
Oral Health America Applauds Oral Health Provisions in Health Care Reform Bill
March 21st 2012CHICAGO, March 26 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The health care reform bill passed by Congress, and now signed into law by President Obama, includes many provisions that will improve the nation's oral health. Most significantly, the bill does guarantee oral health coverage for children and allows for resources to extend oral disease prevention measures in every state. Over time, the bill's provisions can help to increase access to care for all ages.
ADA 2011: How Health-Literate are your patients?
October 12th 2011Just 12% of people nationwide are health literate, according to Gary Podschun, the ADA’s manager of community outreach and cultural competence. He along with Todd Phillips, MS, deputy director of the Center for Social Marketing and Behavior Change at the Academy for Educational Development, health literacy strategies for dental practices during Wednesday morning CE classes at the ADA Annual Session in Las Vegas.