Near and Far Horizons: The High-Tech Present and Future of Dental Care

As with virtually all fields of medicine, technology in dentistry has advanced in quantum leaps over the last 10 years—from CT scan advancements to lasers, DIAGNOdent™ to CEREC® computer-assisted restoration procedures—and is poised to take similarly stunning strides in the third decade of the 21st century. SMART TOOTHBRUSHES: It was inevitable that our now-14-year-old app-based […]

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A Sunny Future for Dental Hygiene Careers

It might not be breaking news to this blog’s readers, but healthcare jobs have a bright horizon as far as future prospects are concerned. Among earners of all wages, three of the fifteen fastest-growing job sectors in the country, according to LinkedIn, are within the health realm. What might be surprising, however, is how much […]

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On Guard Against Stress and Teeth Grinding

Even as Covid-19 vaccines are arriving and we look forward to a time when the virus fades into manageability, it’s vital to be mindful not just of its immediate health effects, but enduring corollary ones surrounding stress—in the wake of one of the most psychologically challenging years in American history. Along with clenching of the […]

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New Dimensions: How CT Scans Revolutionize Implant Procedures

Computerized axial tomography scans (aka CAT or CT scans) were pioneered in the early 1970s by British engineer and EMI Laboratories employee, Godfrey Hounsfield, with additional contributions made by physicist Allan Cormack of Tufts University (both received Nobel Prizes for their efforts). Essentially, CT scans are multiple-beam X-rays transformed into much-greater-detailed and three-dimensional images capable […]

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Fotona Lasers: “The Rise of LightWalker”!

Fotona, founded in 1964 (just four years after Theodore Maiman built the first laser at the Hughes Research Laboratories in Malibu), has pioneered laser technology in a variety of applications, both industrial and medical. Its LightWalker® system was a paradigm changer in dentistry when it debuted in the 21st century, and “we at 20/20dentistry are […]

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COVID ERA DENTAL CARE

Faced with the challenge of maintaining our professional standards in an age of Covid-19, 20/20dentistry has adapted waiting and treatment room environments, as well as its procedures and treatments. An upgraded HEPA air filter has been installed that services the entire office—a technology recognized by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the World […]

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5 Signs You Need to Change Your Toothbrush

You should replace your toothbrush every six months. With normal brushing, that is about the amount of time it takes for your toothbrush to lose most of its ability to properly clean your teeth. The information below will help you determine if you’re ready for a new toothbrush. Here are five signs you need a […]

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What Is Gingivitis?

Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gums and the initial stage of gum disease which makes it the easiest to treat. The direct cause of gingivitis is plaque. Plaque is difficult to remove if it builds up. This can be prevented by daily brushing and flossing. During this beginning stage of gum disease, the damage […]

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All About iTero

The iTero Element scanner is designed to put the latest technology at your dentist’s fingertips and make intraoral scanning fun for everyone. The advanced technology and design of the new iTero Element scanner transforms in-office visits. Dental offices gain scheduling flexibility, real-time imaging, and ongoing training support to maximize the benefits of iTero scanning for the […]

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