The field of dentistry is constantly evolving, and there are always new and innovative technologies and techniques being developed. Here are some of the next big things in dental implant and cosmetic dentistry: 3D printing: 3D printing is already being used in dentistry to create custom dental implants, crowns, and bridges. In the future, 3D […]
Dental anxiety may be the butt of jokes and the punchline in comedy classics like “Little Shop of Horrors” and “The Carol Burnett Show,” but for tens of millions of Americans, the fear of the dentist is all too real. In the past, traditional workarounds like drugs and less traditional techniques like meditation, acupuncture, and even […]
Brushing our teeth is an incredibly important part of everyone’s healthcare and hygiene routine. Traditional toothpaste tubes, however, are bulky and often messy. Over time, all the excessive packaging can also wreak havoc on the environment. Toothpaste in pill form is a great alternative to traditional toothpaste. The following are four benefits of having toothpaste […]
Dental practice management software has made it significantly easier for dentists and their employees to manage patient files, appointments, payments and insurance information. Recent market predictions show that dental practice management software will become even more important in upcoming years. According to the latest projections, the industry value for dental practice management software will reach […]
When today’s patients need dentures, dentists give them personalized medical devices that fit their mouths perfectly. Dentistry, however, hasn’t always had access to useful materials like porcelain and resins. In fact, dentures have a ghastly origin that involves taking teeth from bodies of dead people. Waterloo Teeth Made Dentures Possible for the Rich […]
Water flossing devices like Waterpiks have been around since the 1960s. Some people prefer using the devices instead of traditional dental floss. On the other hand, a lot of people concerned about maintaining excellent oral hygiene worry that water flossing devices don’t work as well as regular dental floss. Before you spend money on […]
The digital world is revolutionizing healthcare, and one area in particular is app development. For orthodontists and dentists who are looking for free educational resources for patients or are interested in ways of helping them do their job more effectively, some of these apps suited to the world of dentistry and orthodontics are worth a […]
Veneers are thin, custom-made shells that are designed to cover the outer area of the teeth. Many people have gotten veneers to improve their smile and overall appearance. While dental veneers have been around for several years, new technologies have improved the look and feel of veneers. Why Use Veneers? Veneers can […]
Do you protect your practice from the threat of cybercrime, or do you operate in blissful ignorance that it could never happen to a small dental office like you? According to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, small and medium-sized businesses are not merely targets of cybercrime; they are its favorite target. Three out […]
The dental technology world comes out with many devices and processes that focus on giving dentists a way to help patients more effectively. By rolling out these new technologies in the office, dentists can improve everything from patient outcomes to imaging safety. Here are five of the latest exciting innovations. SmartCap It took […]