Dentaltown Magazine - October 2009

Articles
Anthony "Rick" Cardoza, DDS
Since 9/11, a great amount of time and resources have been devoted to achieving an adequate state of preparedness for dealing with a possible future terrorist event redefining the role that dentistry can play.
Marie Leland, Assistant Editor, Dentaltown Magazine
This month, we spent some time at Roca Dental in Arlington, Virginia to get to know Dr. Adam Roca.
Douglas Carlsen, DDS
Dr. Douglas Carlsen pulls together a set of materials that any dentist can use to increase financial awareness, and lists materials that are easy and quick to read or listen to.
Rhonda R. Savage, DDS, CEO, Linda Miles and Associates
For a financial policy to be effective, it must be well understood by staff and backed up by the doctor.
Timothy Kosinski, DDS, & Raymond Skowronski, DDS
CT scanning software is becoming a viable tool in the diagnosing of dental implant position and placement.
John A. Handy, DDS; Gregory T. Miller, PhD; Diedre Krupp, Dept. of Chemistry & Physical Science,
This report introduces a radially firing ErCrYSGG laser tip as a new approach to the treatment of periodontal disease.
Richard E. Mounce, DDS
This article discusses the value of bonded obturation methods with RealSeal technology.
Hygiene & Prevention
Trisha E. O’Hehir, RDH, BS, Editorial Director, Hygienetown
A Healthy Smile Lasts a Lifetime
Laser treats hypersensitivity
BOP linked to subgingival deposits
Diagnosis and treatment of ankyloglossia
Effect of SRP on type 2 diabetics
FMD with ultrasonics and antibiotics
Emdogain results in bone fill and pocket reduction
Trisha E. O’Hehir, RDH, BS, Editorial Director, Hygienetown
Lasers in Hygiene
Townie Cindy Kleiman, RDH, BS, who works with hospitalized patients shares insights and suggestions for helping stroke victims regain control of their oral hygiene.
How do you define a "prophy"? Is it just polishing or does it include intrumentation? The decision to include subgingival instrumentation may take it over the line to periodontal therapy.
In This Issue
Howard Farran, DDS MBA, MAGD Publisher, Dentaltown Magazine
Chairside Manner
Thomas Giacobbi, DDS, FAGD, Editorial Director, Dentaltown Magazine
Wow, That's Cool
Composite is an invaluable material for modern dentists while executing many dental procedures, such as mock ups and temporization; however the most crucial use is in conservative direct veneer cases that require little or no preparation of the natural dentition, which is especially important when treating the young patient.
Removable Prosthodontics
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