Ignite DDS
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Ignite DDS exists to educate, encourage, and empower both dental students and practicing dentists. We have created a platform where dentists, at any stage in their profession, can come to fuel their dental career through our online academy, continuing education courses, study club, Fast-Trak, and mentorships. Our extensive network of resources makes us the one-stop-shop for all your dental..
Ignite DDS
2d ago
By: Ronda Holman
Hi dear reader, my name is Ronda Holman and I have been sitting across from a dentist for a living for the last 25 years.
I thought it might be time to make some written confessions as to what I have been guilty of over the years and how my dentist was able to effectively mold me into their dream dental assistant.
Being “On Time” as Dental Assistants
Once upon a time, I thought on time was arriving on time, but in dentistry, as you know on time is actually late! That’s right, if your patient is at 9 o’clock and you get there at 9 o’clock you, my friend, are late.
T ..read more
Ignite DDS
2d ago
Host: Dr. Tanya Sue MaestasGuest: Dr. Jennifer BellEdited By: Candy Velez CRDH
We had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Jennifer Bell, a full-time practicing dentist based in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Dr. Bell is known for her involvement in organized dentistry and as a co-host on the podcast “Dentists IN the Know.“
We discuss her experiences in the dental field and a clinical mistake that she made early in her career. Let’s dive into the conversation.
The Comprehensive Care Approach
Dr. Bell practices in Raleigh, North Carolina, and offers comprehensive dental care, catering to patients of all ..read more
Ignite DDS
1w ago
Host: Dr. Tanya Sue Maestas
Guest: Dr. Jennifer Bell
Edited By: Candy Velez CRDH
Today, we speak with Dr. Jennifer Bell, who candidly discusses a financial mistake she made in her career and how it relates to taxes.
Join us as we explore the often-overlooked aspects of dental finances and their implications on a dentist’s practice and personal life.
The Pressure of Depreciating Assets
Dr. Bell begins by highlighting the pressures dentists face to acquire depreciating assets for their practices. She refers to this as “chasing the unicorn,” the belief that acquiring more assets will help reduce ..read more
Ignite DDS
1w ago
By: Dr. Leonard A. Hess, DDSClinical Director, The Dawson Academy
The Article Originally Appeared on TheDawsonAcademy.com
Learn about Occlusion at TheDawsonAcademy.com
When we have patients with an existing maxillary denture who want to transition to some type of implant prosthesis, there are many things to consider when we are treatment planning these types of cases.
The number of implants, A/P spread, and vertical space are a few important clinical decisions that must be made.
The decision to do a fixed or removable prosthesis, however, can be patient driven, meaning, most patients will ..read more
Ignite DDS
2w ago
By: Dr. Hannah Crowell
Are you a dental professional considering taking the leap into practice ownership?
One of the critical decisions you’ll face is choosing between a rural or urban area for your practice location. Each option comes with its own set of advantages and challenges.
Exploring the pros and cons of buying a dental practice in both rural and metropolitan areas will help you make an informed decision that is best for you.
Dental Practice Ownership in Rural Locations Pros
Lower Competition: Rural areas typically have fewer dentists per capita compared to metropolitan ar ..read more
Ignite DDS
2w ago
By: Dr. James Wanamaker
I have been a fan of Ivoclar products since I was a student at the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine.
I vividly remember touring their American headquarters in Amherst, NY as a third year and how impressed I was with their testing facility. Fast forward almost ten years later, as an owner of a restorative-based private practice, I look for products with a proven track record that are simple to use.
The Dental World of Technology is Evolving
The dental world is becoming increasingly complex as technology and materials evolve. It is even more challengi ..read more
Ignite DDS
2w ago
By: Dr. Leonard A. Hess, DDSClinical Director, The Dawson Academy
The Article Originally Appeared on TheDawsonAcademy.comLearn about Occlusion at TheDawsonAcademy.com
If we have a symptomatic TMD patient and are trying to figure out, can we make this patient better or comfortable? How can we stabilize the joints?
Go Back to the Complete Examination
What does the examination tell you and what do we think is going on? Ask yourself:
What is the joint diagnosis?
Do we have healthy joints and it is a muscle issue thing?
Do we have intracapsular problems whether it is a lateral pull or a media ..read more
Ignite DDS
3w ago
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP
When patients come to your office, they know who they think you are. They assume you not only have an undergrad degree but continued your education for another four years and graduated from an accredited dental school.
You might have even continued further to a GPR or residency program. You have a thorough understanding of oral health and all the factors that impact it.
You know how to diagnose, treat, and when needed, refer out any cases that may be beyond your scope of practice or comfort.
Their smile is important and they trust you, Dr. Dentist, to fix it!
But be ..read more
Ignite DDS
3w ago
By: Dr. Savannah Craig
In today’s fast-paced society, everyone is looking for one-stop shopping and dental patients are no exception.
One of the reasons I chose to pursue a residency program after dental school, was to have a wider breadth of treatments that I felt comfortable offering my patients. Patients like being able to receive as much treatment as possible in the same office and I am proud to be able to offer a lot of treatment to my patients.
However, specialists exist for a reason and have several years more training in their chosen area of dentistry and it is important to know when a ..read more
Ignite DDS
3w ago
By: Dr. Leonard A. Hess, DDSClinical Director, The Dawson Academy
The Article Originally Appeared on TheDawsonAcademy.com
Learn about Occlusion at TheDawsonAcademy.com
When we talk about utilizing bimanual manipulation as a way to get centric relation, one of the biggest misunderstandings we see is the tendency for dentists to think CR is achieved by forcing the jaw back to seat the condyles.
When we are in a situation where we have a tight patient, or patients that are resisting, the worst thing we can do is force it.
Bimanual Manipulation Provides Verification of:
The correctness of the phy ..read more