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July 2009 Blog Posts (7)

Defining The Dental Hygienist

I recently came across this old, but really interesting and still quite relevant, article on the role of dental hygienists in the industry.

Not only does the author raise questions about the lasting power of the profession, but describes it as the "maternal force" in dentistry and admits the he himself has difficulty describing the… Continue

Added by Jamie Bull on July 31, 2009 at 9:30am — No Comments

Experiencing Cutbacks at the best time......

Today I ended my week with a very grueling few days! I have now decided to cutback to two days a week at my dental job. I have been there ten years so it was a hard, emotional decision, indeed. But transitioning to a business that me and my husband are proud of! Still being able to work with Dentists, Physicians etc in the health care field. I always want to be a part of that aspect. But now most of my week will be with those professional people that make my life brighter and full of potential.… Continue

Added by cherie tschudi on July 24, 2009 at 10:58pm — 4 Comments

The Role of Dentistry in Healthcare Reform

Recently there has been no lack of public attention to President Obama's push for significant healthcare reform by the end of 2009. The one thing that is significantly lacking is any direct attention of the need for the role of dental insurance in building a more efficient and less expensive healthcare system.

We all know the facts about how oral health is tied to overall health, but does the added benefit of including dental coverage in healthcare reform justify the added… Continue

Added by Jamie Bull on July 24, 2009 at 9:00am — No Comments

Aloe Vera Good For Teeth and Gums?

The aloe vera plant has a long history of healing power. Its ability to heal burns and cuts and soothe pain has been documented as far back as the 10th century.

A recent study has shown that aloe vera tooth gel is considered (by some) to be a replacement for toothpaste because it is as effective at cleaning the teeth and gums as well as fighting cavities. Aloe vera is also a great substitute for patients with sensitive teeth and gums.… Continue

Added by Divij Bhatia on July 20, 2009 at 9:30am — No Comments

Tooth Taxi Brings Dental Help To Kids In Need

Talk about brushing your teeth on the go! The tooth taxi has landed in Dallas, TX and is helping local elementary school kids with educating them about proper hygiene as well as taking care of any of their dental needs. The tooth taxi program also spent over a year in Oregon, one of the nation’s highest populations with tooth decay.

What about in your community? Do you think having a traveling tooth taxi would be a great way to have… Continue

Added by Divij Bhatia on July 15, 2009 at 4:40pm — No Comments

A Third of Sheffield Does Not See Dentist

A Third of Sheffield Does Not See Dentist

The UK Star recently reported that one third of the population of Sheffield, England does not go to a NHS dentist.

These numbers are centered on the fact that more and more people have been going to hospitals for emergency dental surgery. According to Dr. Spencer Pitfield he states, “It's an alarming number of people. These figures underline once again the Labour Government's appalling failure on NHS dentistry”

Do you… Continue

Added by Divij Bhatia on July 13, 2009 at 9:00am — No Comments

World dental congress Singapore 2009

FDI World Dental Congress Singapore 2009

Kaiser Dental Laboratories welcome dentists from all over the world in Singapore. They are invited to visit the laboratoy during the congress

Since 1987 the laboratory has been working under the German management in order to produce high standard dentistry at competetive prices for dentists all over the world.

(newsmax.de) More than 20 years the KaiserDental Lab. has been in operation under the leadership of German Master Dental Technician… Continue

Added by Matthias Kaiser on July 2, 2009 at 9:59am — No Comments