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Using CBD for Dental Care: Treat Anxiety & Pain
By: Anna Joubert CBD oil has infiltrated the health industry, becoming a key ingredient in manufacturing shampoos,…
Composite Warmers: Why and How to Effectively Use Them
By: Lee Ann BradyThis Topic Originally Appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Brady granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Many dentists warm composite by placing it on top of the operatory light, but I wonder what the patient is thinking when you reach for it on top of the light. Some dentists have water…
Do You Have the Right Retirement Plan for your Dental Practice?
By: Dr. James Pitts One of the best benefits that Dentists have are Qualified Retirement Plans. Qualified Retirement Plans are saving vehicles blessed by the IRS. They come in many varieties but are in two major categories. Individual Retirement Accounts The first category is Individual Plans. These include Individual Retirement accounts or IRAs. A Dentist…
Caries on #13D: Restored with Garrison Matrix System & Ecosite Elements
By: Dr. Mohammed Hammoud Today’s case: Caries on #13D, restored using two standout products: Here’s how they helped deliver an efficient, esthetic result! Procedure Breakdown: Isolation & Preparation: After isolating the area, caries removal was kept conservative to preserve as much enamel as possible. Matrix System: Used the Garrison Matrix System, which provided: Excellent tooth separation…
Boundaries with Heart: How Dental Teams Can Stay Compassionate Without Burning Out
By: Dawn Patrick, Dental Practice Coach + Director of Operations IgniteDDS In dentistry, we offer much more than clinical care—we offer emotional safety, comfort, and connection. But when patients are anxious, emotional, or even difficult, that emotional labor takes its toll on the team. You’re not just taking impressions and reviewing X-rays—you’re often absorbing fear, grief,…
Co-Discovering Oral Diseases Through Medical History
By: Mary Osborne, RDHThis topic originally appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Osborne granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Take Your Time For Detailed Medical History The earliest but yet the most powerful tool toward accurate diagnosis is detailed patient’s medical history. But to get the desired information that we need from patients for diagnosing…
Why Submitting Claims to Dental Insurance Under a Provider Not Rendering Treatment is Insurance Fraud
By: Angela Holland In the world of dental insurance, accuracy isn’t just important, it’s essential. When it comes to submitting dental claims, one of the most critical pieces of information is the rendering provider, the licensed dentist who actually performed the service. Whether you’re a single-practice office or part of a larger dental network, it…
Draw the Line: How to Hold Your Team Accountable Without the Drama
By: Dawn Patrick, Dental Practice Coach + Director of Operations IgniteDDS As a dental practice owner or manager, you work hard to create a positive, high-performing team culture. But what happens when a team member continuously falls short of expectations? Allowing poor performance to persist damages morale, impacts patient care, and affects profitability. That’s why…
The Importance of Making Time for Time Off from Work
By: Dr. Kaufman One of the most important lessons I can share with my colleagues is taking time off from the hustle and bustle of modern life. While this might seem like an indulgence it is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle. Rest serves as a catalyst for increased productivity. Dentistry is mentally and…
Class II Preparation and Restoration: High-Yield Guide for D1 Students
By: Michael Eid Class II preparation and restoration are where things get real. You’re now dealing with proximal surfaces, tight contacts, and matrix systems. This guide simplifies it all for you. What Is a Class II Cavity? Location: Proximal surfaces (mesial/distal) of posterior teeth Class II Preparation Steps Occlusal Portion Proximal Box Matrix & Wedge Tips …
Breathing and Airway Support in Pediatric Dentistry
By: Steve Carstensen DDSThis Topic Originally Appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Carstensen granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. I want to share a clear example of how bad sleep directly affects the anatomical structures dentists pay a lot of attention to—the mandibular condyles. Sleep Disruption Disrupts Jaw Bone Regeneration We’ve all seen on X-rays…