Hygiene

Articles

The CAO Group has filed a patent infringement complaint against Proctor & Gamble for white strip teeth whitening technology. 

The CAO Group Files Patent Infringement Complaint Against P&G for Crest Whitestrips

Pacific Dental Services will partner with Commonwealth Primary Care ACO to cross the gap between medical and dental to provide the best care possible for their patients. 

Pacific Dental Services Partners with Commonwealth Primary Care ACO to Integrate Medical and Dental Care

This portable Triton Traveler dental system from ASI is able to deliver full dental procedures in a single, durable platform. 

ASI Dental Announces New Triton Traveler System for Mobile Dentistry

Lisa Newburger, a master's level social worker supervisor, helps audiences find humor in talking about tough topics. Her "in-your-face" style of presentations and writing will make you smile or just shock you into taking some action. Either way, she is very effective at empowering others to reach their goals and feel better about themselves. Her entertaining workshops are available for national and international audiences. Writing for the dental industry since 2010, she uses an alterego (Diana Directive) to illustrate her points in a sarcastic but effective way. Presentations can be scheduled by contacting Lisa at www.discussdirectives.com/dental.html.

Be aware of others’ fears and concerns. If you are not able to be empathetic to your patients, then maybe you are in the wrong profession.

Understanding Fear in a Dental Practice

Stan Goff is the Managing Editor of Dental Products Report, Dental Lab Products and Modern Hygienist. He has covered the dental industry since 1999 and can be reached at sgoff@mjhlifesciences.com.  

Here are 5 areas where dental professionals can make a positive impact on the wellness and quality of life for both patients and dental healthcare providers in 2022.

5 New Year’s Resolutions to Help Patients and the Dental Team

This new program from Valleywise Health hospital will focus on advanced education in general dentistry to offer oral health care to a diverse, underserved patient base. 

Valleywise Health Announces Advanced Education in General Dentistry Program

Videos

Chief clinical editor and technology editor John Flucke, DDS, explains how his practice employs digital impressions to achieve clinical efficiencies and enhanced patient care while impressing and educating patients. [3 Minutes]

Tips From the Technology Evangelist: How Patients & Practices Benefit From Digital Impressions

This new line of power toothbrushes from Curaprox USA called the Hydrosonic Easy is said to be simple and effective with innovative features to improve oral health. 

Curaprox USA Introduces New Hydrosonic Easy Power Toothbrush

Editorial Director Noah Levine shares the over-the-count brands voted as the most recommended by dental professionals for 2022. Check out this video to see which products your colleagues recommend the most. [8 Minutes]

2022 Most Recommended OTC Products Guide

Grin will combine its digital teledentistry platform with Oral-B’s line of oral care products to improve patient monitoring with customized home care recommendations. 

Patient Care