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is the toughest to kick forever. I'm still addicted to it, but I don't smoke. I do wear out my teeth on the gum. My thoughts and prayers go out to your assistant. Wishing her a full and speedy recovery. That's tough. How was it found? Sadly it was found by her physician after she brought it up. I hope
March 28, 2026
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not clean the gum effectively. This is widely believed but it is wrong none the less.Facts vs beliefs. Use stimudents for larger spaces. Firm pressure is needed. Look at the slides attached. Notice NO bleeding when flossed or probed but severe bleeding even in two healthy looking mouths with a softpic
May 24, 2016
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of Periodontology found that extended wear of tongue jewelry (barbell-type) could increase your chance of gum recession and tooth chipping. Researchers from Loma Linda University School of Dentistry and Ohio State University College of Dentistry examined and surveyed 52 young adults with pierced
August 23, 2015
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Does anyone have a great way to clean the serrated tips of fine tip cotton pliers? They seem to get gummed up easily and than don't grip as tight as you need them to when removing a matrix. My staff has tried several things but we haven't found the perfect solution yet? What are they getting
July 31, 2022
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take down the poster and replace it. The tattoos, not so true.. For a whiter smile have you ever considered tattooing your gums black? I have a half sleeve on my left arm. Starts at the top of my shoulder and goes down to my elbow. You can see the bottom of it when I have my scrubs on. Mine
June 17, 2025
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to me +1The first xray looks like a fairly good sized decay +++2 update: Mega fail. I did not find any carie. how is it possible? I was very embarassed in front of my dental assistant. Maybe you need to go more gingival? Could be below the gums when looking at that first xray.
May 11, 2020
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not only removes visible dirt and stains but also eliminates hidden contaminants lurking within the fibers. This deep cleaning process reduces the risk of mold growth and improves indoor air quality, promoting a healthier living environment for you and your family. 3. Detection of Hidden
April 17, 2024
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two dental instructors if you say so.PLEASE TELL YOUR STUDENTS NOT TO CHEW GUM DURING AN INTERVIEW!!!! I have interviewed at least 3 women who chewed gum during an interview! It is not ok...I dont want to see green gum in your mouth when you are trying to talk! Not attractive. Already DONE! One
November 06, 2014
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dental restorations that you may need to have a healthy and beautiful smile. Ronda is known for her sense of humor and bed side manner that is sure to make every patient feel comfortable and relaxed. Ronda came to the Flathead Valley moving here from Goldsboro NC in 2014. She and her husband BJ
April 15, 2020
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tissue has to be healthy before PVC prep. Red and inflamed soft tissue will recede when it becomes heather which in turn will reveal margin d). PVC prep for anterior: Step 1: incisal reduction: use 331 at right angle to facial surface Step 2: Use christmas diamond parallel with long axis of teeth
December 04, 2023
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of dentures in the mouth all the time for our case presentations. They wanted to see the relationship of the borders to the vestibule. None of the patients ever questioned why. That's a funny story though!- Assistant demonstrates how to open wide. And when she does, her chewing gum jumps right out
January 30, 2010
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I not only am an assistant, but I also take care of the books in my office. My employer and I were talking about collections and he brought up a very interesting question. What is a healthy amount for same day payments? Any thoughts? Like any other business - 100%.MikeYou're going to see various
October 12, 2016
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working at the dollar store for $5:15 an hour. 23 years later she is at $17 an hour. No benefits. I do give her a Christmas bonus of 40 hours pay and sometimes a Turkey or ham if I buy one for myself. We split the stuff patients bring unless it is vegetables as I dont eat healthy food.My last two
September 02, 2021
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will prefer to hire those who have some sort of formal training via a community college or the U.S. Armed Forces. Technicians will generally earn around $34,820 per year. Dentist. As a dentist, you will diagnose patients and treat their oral health issues involving the teeth and gums. Unlike the previous
March 23, 2017
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I have a start up that's pretty busy. One assistant/hygiene/fd. About four months old. Ive already fired a hygienist who was rough, drunk and beat up people's gums while talking politics to them---and I have high end clients. My assistant---I've tried to train her to do what I want but she's
October 17, 2014
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it beneficial to have unpaid time off. We offer a healthy PTO program and we also offer work when the rare time the office is totally closed... I have lists and lists of projects that need to be done. The caveat being that they must be accomplished in the same manner that the dentistry gets done
October 30, 2016
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and cleaning if its a prophy. I realize that it is a lot more efficient. No need to have patients come back, have a RHD shoot the shit and clean relatively healthy mouth for another 40-60 minutes. I can clean and double check all the pockets for 15-20 min after the exam. Assistants polish and floss
February 08, 2024
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closer or the educator as to why my perspective differs and the treatment I recommend going forward. . It is understood that no pushback is acceptable in front of a patient. However, I encourage a healthy treatment related conversation at any time, as a solo guy on an island of 17 female support team
April 13, 2024
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staff damaged their teeth. At the heart of the case is the use of staffers who aren't allowed to do dental work involving cutting of tissue. Dental assistants typically help dentists by passing instruments, retracting gum tissue or suctioning the mouth. They can sometimes take X-rays or impressions
March 28, 2005
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. wow, crazy. If you're near retiring, maybe it's worth keeping her. If you're producing and collecting a healthy amount, it might not affect your bottom line much. The other thing is find a newbie and train, this takes time and effort. 1. The economies of scale are greater. The margins wont
September 20, 2022
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of healthy communication, and strong leadership will not only encourage your assistant but may create a less stressful and happy outlook for you and your practice as well! Best Wishes, Burgie Kowalski DentalFulcrum.com DentalFulcrum@gmail.com One of the better first posts ever on Dentaltown
January 13, 2022
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that youre a woman isnt going to make it possible for you to get pregnant without a uterus. Most would consider someone who wants to remove their perfectly healthy, functioning arm because they dont feel it should be there to have some mental issue or disconnect. Why is it any different when it comes
March 19, 2023
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to survive. We have a home therapy kit/ protocol for the regular healthier hygiene patients that are not getting appointed. The dental assistant position is becoming impossible to staff. Fees will need to go up a fair amount to pay these staff or its no bueno lol so little can say so much With the cost
November 29, 2022
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-time assistant was a bit pushy. I remember doing an ext on a guy with terrible perio, on aspirin. She complained that there was too much blood, as if it was my fault. I mean, he had boggy gums and was on daily aspirin. Of course he was going to bleed, no matter how easily the tooth came out
December 21, 2021
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be better at it then others, but we all know that in truth, it is only because the specialty is starting to feel the squeeze as less and less GPs refer enough. GPs, like myslef, are doing implants, sinus lifts, block grafting, apicos, gum grafts, taught to us by specialists who are sabotaging theire own
April 01, 2013
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happened, it means it's been dealt with and is finished and can't be brought into evidence again. It works well. We have a big difference in personality and style but we enjoy each other 90% of of the time so we agree to try to deal with the other 10%. We haven't always done that in a healthy
March 21, 2007
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. Remember Docere--from which doctor orginates--means teacher. You have to be the teacher. Think about the best instructors you've had in your life--the best at showing you, teaching you, mentoring you on new or difficult subjects.Chew some gum under your mask. Take your frustration out on some Trident
February 18, 2013
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