Dental Phobia & Anxiety: Helping Patients Overcome
By: Dr. Savanah Craig A phobia is defined as an intense, irrational, and persistent fear of a specific object, situation, or activity that poses little to no actual danger. Fear of the dentist or dental phobia is no different and, in my experience, most patients know that their fears are irrational. However, the intensity of…
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Meeting Patient Expectations in Dentistry
By: Kelley Brummett DMDThis topic originally appeared on Pankey.org. Dr. Brummett granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Meeting patients’ expectations requires excellent communication and understanding of their desires to look at what you can do to solve their problems. Once you understand their expectations, you will know which of the treatment plans…
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Patient-Friendly Language: Explaining Treatment Plans without Jargon
By: Dawn Patrick, Dental Coach and Director of Operations, IgniteDDS As dental professionals, one of the greatest challenges we face is explaining complex treatment plans to patients in a way that is clear and approachable. Often, our expertise can lead us to use industry-specific terminology that can confuse or even overwhelm patients. When patients don’t…
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Help…My Dental Assistant Breaks Stuff!
By: Ronda Holman As a dentist, you know how quickly the cost of running a dental office can add up. From high-tech dental equipment to everyday tools, every piece plays an essential role in delivering quality care. But what happens when you notice a pattern of things breaking—and it’s often the same person involved? Take…
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A Six-Unit Anterior Bridge: Provisionals and Placement
By: Lee Ann Brady DMDTopic originally appeared on Pankey.org: Dr. Brady allowed permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers My patient wasn’t satisfied with the aesthetics and feel of her previous restoration. Detailed planning enabled me to deliver a beautiful, functional result. Here is the conclusion of this case and the placement of the…
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Dental Assistant Requirements in Wyoming
By: Ronda Holman Are you looking to become a dental assistant or are moving as a current dental assistant? Make sure to check the dental assistant requirements in Wyoming to see if you are still qualified in the state to practice. Each state has different requirements for dental assistants, here are the levels, and functions permitted for dental…
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Dental Assistant Requirements in Pennsylvania
By: Ronda Holman Are you looking to become a dental assistant or are moving as a current dental assistant? Make sure to check the dental assistant requirements in Pennsylvania to see if you are still qualified in the state to practice. Each state has different requirements for dental assistants, here are the levels, and functions permitted for dental…
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Dental Assistant Requirements in Tennessee
By: Ronda Holman Are you looking to become a dental assistant or are moving as a current dental assistant? Make sure to check the dental assistant requirements in Tennessee to see if you are still qualified in the state to practice. Each state has different requirements for dental assistants, here are the levels, and functions permitted for dental…
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Dental Assistant Requirements in Texas
By: Ronda Holman Are you looking to become a dental assistant or are moving as a current dental assistant? Make sure to check the dental assistant requirements in Texas to see if you are still qualified in the state to practice. Each state has different requirements for dental assistants, here are the levels, and functions permitted for dental…
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Dental Assistant Requirements in Utah
By: Ronda Holman Are you looking to become a dental assistant or are moving as a current dental assistant? Make sure to check the dental assistant requirements in Utah to see if you are still qualified in the state to practice. Each state has different requirements for dental assistants, here are the levels, and functions permitted for dental…
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