Read Top Medical > Dental Headlines and Articles from http://dentalprnews.com en-us http://dentalprnews.com/rss_feeds.htm http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/silkin-management-group-saves-dental-practices-while-many-fail-75580.htm Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Silkin Management Group (http://www.silkinmanagementgroup.com) saves dental practices in the toughest economic times since 1930 with advice failing practices ignore. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/minneapolis-orthodontics-practice-ships-halloween-candy-to-us-troops-75163.htm Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth's patients and other community members break the record for candy turned in during the practice's Halloween candy buy-back program. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/i-hate-cpap-comes-to-alabama-dr-william-adams-has-joined-the-national-i-hate-cpap-campaign-and-launched-huntsvilleihatecpapcom-to-introduce-oral-appliance-and-cpap-alternative-options-to-sleep-apnea-sufferers-who-cant-tolerate-cpap-or-have-stopped-using-it-do-you-hate-cpap-call-dr-adams-75216.htm Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Sleep apnea is a life threatening medical condition that is often treated with the CPAP machine. The problem is less than half the people prescribed CPAP use it regularly. Dr. Adams has launched www.Huntsville.IHateCPAP.com to introduce oral appliance and cpap alternative options in Alabama. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/do-you-need-bone-grafting-75282.htm Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Bone grafting is a common procedure done when there is insufficient bone volume to support a dental implant. All bone grafting does is supplement your bone with replacement bone. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/dental-implant-surgery-75004.htm Sun, 16 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Dental implant surgery is performed to replace missing teeth with artificial ones that will look and function just like your natural ones. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/dentists-denture-patients-expect-perfection-75006.htm Sun, 16 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Denture patient are often surprised by how difficult their dentures can be, finds a dental poll by The Wealthy Dentist. False teeth require dental care that's different natural teeth or dental implants. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/dallasfort-worth-sleep-apnea-information-and-the-availability-of-treatment-choices-for-the-treatment-of-obstructive-sleep-apnea-including-cpap-surgery-and-oral-appliances-is-available-at-wwwihatecpapcom-74645.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Dr Kent Smith provides patients diagnosed with sleep apnea an excellent resource that covers diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnea and other sleep disorders. CPAP is the gold standard treatment for sleep apnea but only small minority pf patients tolerate its use. www.Dallas.IHateCPAP.com/ http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/american-academy-of-dental-sleep-medicines-president-says-that-there-needs-to-be-greater-acknowledgement-by-them-academy-of-sleep-medicine-members-of-the-value-of-dental-sleep-medicine-and-oral-appliances-dr-jeffery-pancer-feels-it-is-important-to-increase-awareness-of-dental-sleep-medicine-74657.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Dr Jeffery Pancer, President of the AADSM Wants the Medical Community and the Public to be More Aware of Dental Sleep Medicine. Dr Ira L Shapira a Diplomate of the Academy Creates www.IHATECPAP to Spread the Word of Dental Sleep Medicine. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/temporomandibular-joint-disorder-tmd-74616.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT The most frequent symptom of TMD is headaches, and people often come to our office after having seen a series of doctors and taken a series of medications, to no effect. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/beverly-hills-orthodontist-appears-in-newsweek-magazine-74289.htm Thu, 13 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Beverly Hills Orthodontist Dr. Atoosa Nikaeen recently was quoted in an Oct. 25 Newsweek Magazine article about cosmetic braces for teenagers. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/facial-fitness-makes-tmj-pain-go-awaydentists-are-using-noninvasive-facial-fitness-to-treat-tmj-sufferers-74337.htm Thu, 13 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Facial Fitness is a new, non-invasive treatment being used to treat muscle pain related to jaw disorders in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). It helps eliminate muscle spasms, relieves pain points, revitalizes circulation, restores range of motion and prevents 'jaw lock'. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/ada-american-dental-association-threatened-by-dentists-with-union-74159.htm Wed, 12 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Disappointed by the American Dental Association, half of dentists say they are ready to unionize, finds a recent survey by The Wealthy Dentist. Of course, many support the ADA and think a dentists' union would be disastrous. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/atlanta-cosmetic-dentist-leads-antidecay-movement-in-honor-of-veterans-day-74169.htm Wed, 12 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Shai Hall of The Dental Spa leads "Operation Sugar Elimination" in honor of Veteran's Day http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/chicago-sleep-apnea-information-and-the-availability-of-treatment-choices-for-the-treatment-of-obstructive-sleep-apnea-including-cpap-surgery-and-oral-appliances-is-available-at-wwwihatecpapcom-73957.htm Tue, 11 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Dr Ira L Shapira has provided Chicago patients diagnosed with sleep apnea an excellent resource that covers diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnea and other sleep disorders. CPAP is the gold standard treatment for sleep apnea but only small minority pf patients tolerate its use. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/irving-texas-dentist-saves-lives-by-treating-sleep-apnea-with-custom-oral-appliances-through-i-hate-cpap-campaign-73837.htm Sun, 09 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Internationally recognized dental sleep medicine expert, Dr. Kent Smith of Irving, Texas, is improving and saving lives by treating sleep apnea with custom oral appliances. He recently joined the national I Hate CPAP campaign to help sleep apnea sufferers who can't tolerate CPAP treatment. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/best-dentist-dr-jason-fligor-celebrates-year-2-on-top-73783.htm Sun, 09 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Jason Fligor, DDS at new32 Aesthetic and Family Dentistry earned 2nd place "best dentist" honors in King 5's 2008 Evening Magazine's Best of Western Washington competition. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/mask-your-problem-teeth-with-beautiful-porcelain-veneers-73756.htm Sun, 09 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT People who have visible dental issues can lack self-confidence and become withdrawn. Large gaps or crowded teeth, as well as chipped, broken, misshaped, crooked and even discolored teeth can make a person want to avoid smiling in social situations. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/sharlette-n-tolliver-dmd-inducted-into-cambridge-whos-who-executive-professional-and-entrepreneurial-registry-73010.htm Wed, 05 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT She was honored by the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry with the 2007 Excellence Award in Restorative Dentistry. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/new-hope-for-children-with-bedwetting-problems-dr-alexander-golbin-has-created-a-remarkable-new-device-that-is-over-80-effective-without-noisy-alarms-this-is-a-major-new-step-for-sleep-expert-dr-golbin-best-known-for-his-books-on-childrens-sleep-and-sleep-psychiatry-72839.htm Tue, 04 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Dr Alexander Golbin Announces a Revolutionary Break-thru in Control of Bedwetting the Sleepdoc Device. Parents in the Chicago, Illinois Area Can Visit Dr Golbin With Their Children. Children From Across The Country Who Can Get Their Device Directly From the Manufacturer http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/irving-texas-dentist-saves-lives-and-improves-marriages-in-dallas-fort-worth-area-by-treating-sleep-apnea-and-snoring-without-cpap-even-mild-sleep-apnea-increases-cardiovascular-risk-snoring-alone-without-apnea-increases-risk-of-carotid-atherosclerosis-and-stroke-1000--72834.htm Tue, 04 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Dr Kent Smith a renowned sleep educator endorses WWW.IHATECPAP.COM as an educational tool about the dangers of sleep apnea and comfortable alternatives to CPAP. He warns about danger of utilizing heavily promoted PureSleep product without medical diagnosis and supervision. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/dr-michael-koczarski-voted-top-eastside-dentist-72685.htm Sun, 02 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Michael Koczarski has been voted "Best Eastside Dentist" and a top five placeholder in King 5's 2008 Evening Magazine's Best of Western Washington competition. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/what-problems-do-porcelain-veneers-correct-72672.htm Sun, 02 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Porcelain veneers are the most advanced and easiest method for cosmetic dentists to restore, improve and enhance the smiles of their patients. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/dentures-72683.htm Sun, 02 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Depending on the type of denture, these fixtures rest directly on your gums or have clasps that fit onto neighboring teeth. There are two types of dentures, complete and partial. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/benjamin-e-schwartz-dds-inducted-into-cambridge-whos-who-executive-professional-and-entrepreneurial-registry-72520.htm Sat, 01 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Honored with the Young Leadership Award by Bais Ephraim Corporation in 2007. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/11/alleviate-fear-of-the-dentists-chair-with-sedation-dentistry-72489.htm Sat, 01 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Regardless of how diligent that person is with daily brushing and flossing, evading the dentist's chair for long periods of time is certain to lead to serious dental problems in the long run. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/what-is-the-lvi-smile-72086.htm Thu, 30 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT All dentists are not created - or trained - equally. While it is true that dental schools give their graduates an excellent foundation to pursue highly satisfactory and rewarding dental careers, an increasing number of dentists are seeking continuing education training to fill out their practices. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/ads-running-throughout-the-city-are-alerting-new-yorkers-that-a-major-cancer-is-now-preventable-72083.htm Thu, 30 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT "So Disfiguring, So Preventable", the Message about Oral Cancer that is Dominating the City http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/dental-web-site-marketing-firm-gets-orthodontist-to-page-one-in-one-month-70625.htm Wed, 29 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT Sinai Marketing recently launched a search engine optimization campaign for Minneapolis Orthodontist Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth. Within one month, Sinai's SEO efforts had her site appearing on top of the first page of major search engines for many of their keywords. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/sleep-apnea-71916.htm Wed, 29 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT Many people suffering from sleep apnea do not realize they have this problem unless told by an observer. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/even-mild-sleep-apnea-increases-cardiovascular-risk-snoring-alone-without-apnea-increases-risk-of-carotid-atherosclerosis-and-stroke-1000-71702.htm Sun, 26 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT A study from the Oxford Centre for Respiratory Medicine showed that people with even minimally symptomatic obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) are at increased risk for cardiovascular disease because of impaired endothelial function and increased arterial stiffness. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/the-best-method-of-saving-stem-cells-is-not-yet-widely-available-currently-umbilical-cord-blood-and-saving-extracted-teeth-are-the-best-methods-minimally-invasive-early-wisdom-tooth-removal-meets-ideal-treatment-characteristics-71711.htm Sun, 26 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT StemSave is a new company recovering and saving stem cells from extracted teeth. Dr Ira L Shapira, a Gurnee dentist has developed and patented methods and devices for a better method of stem cell collection in a minimally invasive manner that decreases morbidity. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/denis-a-quagliariello-dmd-inducted-into-cambridge-whos-who-executive-professional-and-entrepreneurial-registry-71322.htm Fri, 24 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT Well-trained in all aspects of general dentistry and utilizing the latest materials and technologies, Dr. Quagliariello is committed to restoring form and function and delivering aesthetic excellence to patients of all ages. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/what-is-temporomandibular-joint-disorder-tmd-71288.htm Fri, 24 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT TMJ or TMD (temporomandibular joint disorder) is a painful neuromuscular disorder, involving a misaligned bite (malocclusion) that can have debilitating symptoms affecting your entire body. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/minneapolis-invisalign-specialist-and-orthodontist-sends-candy-to-us-troops-69721.htm Thu, 23 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT For the fourth straight year, Halloween candy donated by Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth's patients will be collected and shipped to U.S. soldiers serving in Iraq. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/dental-health-is-about-more-than-teeth-71085.htm Thu, 23 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT It might be easy to think of teeth as unrelated to the rest of our bodies. Likewise, some might believe that dental health is only about maintaining healthy teeth and gums. Dental health, however, is far more connected to overall health than many people realize. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/dental-website-marketing-firm-gets-client-on-page-one-in-one-month-69918.htm Tue, 21 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT Sinai Marketing recently launched a search engine optimization campaign for Sarasota Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Charles Crane and within one month got his site on the first page of all the major search engines. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/what-you-should-know-about-gum-disease-a-new-title-released-by-toothy-grins-publishing-70365.htm Sat, 18 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT A New Book on Fighting Gum Disease, Written By a Layman for the Layman and for Professionals! http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/san-diegobased-dental-technology-provider-responds-to-national-study-revealing-gaps-in-dental-specialistpatient-care-69184.htm Mon, 13 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT Accurate, Predictable and Effective Communication Among Dentists and Their Referral Partners Can Also Reduce the Risks of Legal Exposure, Compromised Referral Relationships and Patient Dissatisfaction. Web-based Referral and Laboratory Case Management Tool, ddsWebLink is the optimal Solution. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/sarasota-cosmetic-dentistry-practice-wins-big-at-facd-69162.htm Sun, 12 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT The Florida Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry awarded two gold medals in the Smile Gallery Competition to Sarasota cosmetic dentist Dr. Charles Crane. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/porcelain-veneers-69471.htm Sun, 12 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT One of the most versatile tools available for a cosmetic dentist to help brighten and renew smiles is the porcelain veneer. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/botox-or-bust-not-anymoredentists-banned-from-injectables-turn-to-noninvasive-facial-fitness-69514.htm Sun, 12 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT State dental boards strictly regulate dentists' use of injectables like BOTOX , Restylane and Juv derm. But now, with Facial Fitness, dentists are offering the same, results-driven dental spa treatments as injectables - only without violating dental practice or insurance statutes. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/dr-joe-a-provines-inducted-into-cambridge-whos-who-executive-professional-and-entrepreneurial-registry-69227.htm Sat, 11 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Provines specializes in dental implantology. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/stacey-l-walker-inducted-into-cambridge-whos-who-executive-professional-and-entrepreneurial-registry-69246.htm Sat, 11 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT She takes great pride in treating and educating children on dental care. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/dr-niloo-tavakol-dds-inducted-into-cambridge-whos-who-executive-professional-and-entrepreneurial-registry-68734.htm Thu, 09 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT With an impressive background that spans over 22 years, Dr. Tavakol specializes in cosmetic dentistry. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/brain-damage-from-sleep-apnea-in-young-and-old-causes-changes-in-brain-functioning-poor-sleep-and-short-sleep-the-majority-of-sleep-apnea-patients-do-not-use-their-cpap-i-hate-cpap-offers-help-at-wwwihatecpapcom-68378.htm Tue, 07 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT Multiple studies have shown changes in learning and cognitive function related to sleep apnea. Eighty percent of ADD and ADHD in children is linked to sleep apnea. Short term memory loss, cognitive dysfunction, dementia and altzheimers are all linked to untreated sleep apnea. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/neelu-p-parmar-dds-inducted-into-cambridge-whos-who-executive-professional-and-entrepreneurial-registry-68094.htm Sat, 04 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Parmar specializes in dental extractions and implants. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/benefits-of-home-bleaching-67817.htm Fri, 03 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT Home bleaching offers an affordable alternative to bleaching treatments in your dentist's office. Your dentist will tell you which teeth whitening methods are the best for your teeth. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/what-exactly-is-a-smile-makeover-67886.htm Fri, 03 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT A smile makeover is a combination of cosmetic dentistry procedures, carefully selected and customized to work together for your unique dental needs. The end result is a beautiful, flawless smile that is healthy, functional, and comfortable. http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/atlanta-cosmetic-dentist-joins-an-industry-evolution-offering-spa-amenities-relaxation-and-50-teeth-whitening-during-spa-week-67943.htm Fri, 03 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT Atlanta Cosmetic Dentist joins an Industry Evolution Offering Spa Amenities, Relaxation and $50 Teeth Whitening during Spa Week http://dentalprnews.com/medical_dental_articles/2008/10/porcelain-fillings-67639.htm Thu, 02 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT In this era of brighter, whiter smiles, metal fillings are becoming pass . The new standard for repairing tooth decay is the porcelain filling.