Dr. Will Kelly is an experienced leader and trusted provider in the field of Esthetic Restorative Dentistry and Dental Implants. He is passionate about great results and has pursued training and understanding the complexity of advanced, well-designed dentistry throughout his career. This willingness to operate a practice based on a high standard of care requires a dedication to practice dentistry differently, separating himself from the average and traditional dental model. Dr. Kelly has developed a practice philosophy that creates a unique experience for patients seeking ideal results.
Dr. Kelly is a creative individual with passion for art that transitioned childhood talent in drawing, painting, and sculpture into the art of dentistry. After attending the School of Design at North Carolina State University, he pursued the profession of his father seeing the possibility to apply his passion for creation, imagination, and critical thinking toward dentistry. Dr. Kelly is full of curiosity and views dental health care as an opportunity to improve the lives of others. He challenges himself to stay in front of this medical discipline which has endless possibilities to provide health and wellbeing. His dedication to being an innovator in an ever advancing body of knowledge and technology in modern dentistry is greatly appreciated by those he serves.
Splint Therapy: Time Is On Our Side
By: Will Kelly DMDArticle Originally Appeared on PankeyGram.org My experience with splint therapy was like most dentists…
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Treatment: Oral Appliances And CPAP
By: Todd Sander, DMDTopic Originally Appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Sander granted igniteDDS permission to share with our readers. Patients suffering from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) look for alternatives to continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) or an integrated approach that would improve the quality of their lives and is easier to adapt. Clinicians struggle because most…
Ghosted by Your Dentist: When Poor Communication Becomes Patient Abandonment
Understanding Patient Abandonment – Lessons from Dr. A.R. By: Candy Velez – CRDH, BSDH Imagine calling your dentist’s office to schedule an appointment, only to discover the office is permanently closed with no way to retrieve your records. Suddenly, you are left without a provider, without guidance, and without access to your dental history. This…
No More Drama: How Clear Agreements Create a Thriving, Accountable Dental Team
By: Dawn Patrick, Dental Practice Coach + Director of Operations IgniteDDS Managing a dental practice comes with its fair share of challenges—especially when it comes to holding your team accountable. Too often, practice owners and managers find themselves frustrated when tasks aren’t completed, patient care falls through the cracks, or team members don’t meet expectations….
Mastering Panadent Dento-Facial Analyzer Technique
By: Lee Ann Brady DMDTopic Originally Appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Brady granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Mounting the maxillary models in three reference planes to the hinge axis and acquiring the esthetic information of occlusal and incisal planes are important both diagnostically and when sending information to the lab. Achieving both…
The Most Powerful Shield in Dentistry—Is Yours Full of Holes?
Inadequate Record-Keeping – Lessons from Dr. A.R. By: Candy Velez – CRDH, BSDH In the last blog, we explored Dr. A.R.’s failure to conduct a comprehensive periodontal evaluation and how that oversight compromised patient care and legal protection. But charting alone is not enough—if documentation is incomplete, vague, or missing critical details, it fails to…
The Benefits of Accepting Dental Insurance at Your Dental Practice
By: Angela Holland In today’s competitive healthcare landscape, offering dental insurance as a payment option can be a game-changer for your practice. While it may require additional administrative work, the benefits far outweigh the challenges. Here’s why accepting dental insurance can be a win-win for both your practice and your patients. 1. Attract More Patients…
The Principles of “mise-en-place” for the Dental Office
By: Dr. Savanah Craig I have become inspired by the book “Work Clean” by Dan Charnas. The book takes a look at the idea of “mise-en-place” which is taught to cooks, culinary students, and chefs around the world. “Mise-en-place” essentially means everything in its place, but Dan Chanas’ book takes a deeper dive into how…
Feel the Difference of Innovation: OptraGate® 2 Brings Comfort and Efficiency to the Dental Practice
By: Ivoclar The Ivoclar Group, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of integrated solutions for high-quality dental applications with an extensive product and systems portfolio for dentists, dental technicians and dental hygienists, presents: OptraGate® 2: the enhanced version of their successful product, OptraGate®, which provides ample access to the treatment field and supports relative isolation…
Maximizing Insurance Reimbursement: The Power of Clinical Notes Over Narratives
By: Dawn Patrick, Dental Practice Coach + Director of Operations IgniteDDS Submitting dental insurance claims can be a time-consuming and frustrating process if not done correctly. Many practices struggle with claim rejections and delays due to missing documentation, incorrect coding, or vague narratives. These errors lead to longer wait times for payments, increased administrative work,…
Tooth Extractions: Simple vs. Surgical Procedures for Dental Students
By: Michael Eid Tooth extractions are typically a “last resort” option when there are no other better alternatives. However, you quickly realize that not all extractions are the same—understanding the distinctions between simple and surgical extractions is crucial. This article explains the indications, techniques, and importance of not only knowing how but WHEN to use…