Journal of the American Dental Association

Charleston's Peninsula Cosmetic & Family Dentistry is Featured as a 2023 Top Patient Rated Dentist by Find Local Doctors

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

CHARLESTON, S.C., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- When patients want to achieve the best smile, they choose the best dentist in Charleston. Peninsula Cosmetic & Family Dentistry delivers superior dental care for patients at their state-of-the-art clinic, offering a comfortable, relaxing environment. Find Local Doctors has recently recognized Peninsula Cosmetic & Family Dentistry due to the five-star ratings and reviews this clinic has earned from satisfied patients. Find Local Doctors is a trusted online directory that recognizes physicians and dentists who have earned exceptional feedback. Convenience and comfort are vital parts of what makes this comprehensive dentistry practice unique. The Peninsula Cosmetic & Family Dentistry team prides itself on providing the most modern, caring and comfortable dental care available. Their services are designed for long-term health and happiness, including cosmetic dentistry for a beautiful smile, preventative care for healthy teeth and gums, and restorative treatments to preserve or repair damaged teeth. From preventative cleanings and Invisalign® clear aligners to periodontal therapy and full mouth restorations, their professional team offers a wide range of dental services. Better yet, they offer sedation dentistry for those looking to receive extra support during their visit. Peninsula Cosmetic & Family Dentistry firmly believes that dentistry should be affordable, in addition to convenient, and are pleased to offer an in-house savings plan and flexible scheduling options.

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  • Peninsula Cosmetic & Family Dentistry delivers superior dental care for patients at their state-of-the-art clinic, offering a comfortable, relaxing environment.
  • Find Local Doctors has recently recognized Peninsula Cosmetic & Family Dentistry due to the five-star ratings and reviews this clinic has earned from satisfied patients.
  • The Peninsula Cosmetic & Family Dentistry team prides itself on providing the most modern, caring and comfortable dental care available.
  • Jenni Bollmann, Peninsula Cosmetic & Family Dentistry, (843) 507-5481, [email protected] , www.peninsuladentistry.net
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Fluent™ Data Used by the School of Dentistry at Indiana University in Pediatric Dentistry Trends in the Use of Amalgam and Resin Composite Study

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

HAMILTON, N.J., Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fluent, the premier dental insights company delivering customized, actionable business intelligence to support a variety of dental stakeholder objectives, announced that its research partnership with the School of Dentistry at Indiana University has produced another article selected for peer-reviewed publication and was co-authored by Fluent's Chief Analytics Officer, Tim Downey.

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  • The study, published in the August 2023 Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA), is titled "Amalgam or composite in pediatric dentistry: Analysis of private insurance claims data."
  • This article is the 13th published study using Fluent data and the 12th in collaboration with Indiana University.
  • The study examined the trends in the use of amalgam and resin composite in the United States using data gleaned from insurance claims submitted from January 2010 through March 2020.
  • The study revealed that girls were less likely to receive amalgam than boys and that the use of amalgam is trending down, with the sharpest decline noted in 2014.

P&R Dental Strategies' Data Used by the School of Dentistry at Indiana University in Pediatric Pulpal Therapy Treatment Usage Trends Study

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022

HAMILTON, N.J., Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- P&R Dental Strategies, LLC (P&R), the premier dental insights company delivering customized, actionable business intelligence to support a variety of dental stakeholder objectives, announced today that its research partnership with the School of Dentistry at Indiana University has produced another study selected for peer-reviewed publication and co-authored by P&R's Chief Analytics Officer, Tim Downey.

Key Points: 
  • The study, which was published in the October 27, 2022 online issue of The Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA), is titled "Insurance Claim Data Trends in Pulpal Therapy for Pediatric Patients."
  • JADA is the nation's premier dental journal and has previously featured two other IU/P&R collaborative articles.
  • The study identifies differences in usage trends for two specific pulpal therapy treatments in pediatric patients during an 11-year period from January 1, 2010 through December 31, 2020.
  • P&R Dental Strategies customers can depend on the support of an industry-leading team of dentists, consultants and statisticians to focus on their unique challenges.

DGAP-News: Is Growing Awareness Of Good Oral Hygiene Driving Growth Of Electric Toothbrush Market?

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Thursday, September 1, 2022

Is Growing Awareness Of Good Oral Hygiene Driving Growth Of Electric Toothbrush Market?

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  • Is Growing Awareness Of Good Oral Hygiene Driving Growth Of Electric Toothbrush Market?
  • Still, only 36% of adults say they use an electric toothbrush, according to a report by consumer marketing analysis firm Mintel.
  • Whether you choose an electric toothbrush or a manual toothbrush, remember that whats most important is daily brushing and flossing.
  • Brushs electric toothbrush kit sells for $79 and includes the electric toothbrush, three brush heads, and a USB power adapter and charger.

Dentists and Dental Hygienists on Early Front Lines of COVID-19 Report Symptoms of Anxiety, Depression

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Monday, July 25, 2022

According to the findings, between June 2020 and June 2021, dental hygienists reported higher rates of depression symptoms than dentists at each surveyed time point, with depression symptom rates peaking in December 2020.

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  • According to the findings, between June 2020 and June 2021, dental hygienists reported higher rates of depression symptoms than dentists at each surveyed time point, with depression symptom rates peaking in December 2020.
  • Dental hygienists depression rates declined in 2021 as dentists rates of depression symptoms remained steady.
  • At the end of the study period, both groups had relatively similar rates 11.8% for dentists and 12.4% for hygienists.
  • The American Dental Hygienists Association (ADHA) is the largest national organization representing the professional interests of the countrys more than 226,000 dental hygienists.

Patricia Moezinia, DDS, is being recognized by Continental Who's

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Tuesday, July 5, 2022

A top-ranked Cosmetic Dentist with over 35 years of dental experience, Dr. Patricia Moezinia knows that a healthy, beautiful smile is a confidence booster for her patients and vital to overall good health.

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  • A top-ranked Cosmetic Dentist with over 35 years of dental experience, Dr. Patricia Moezinia knows that a healthy, beautiful smile is a confidence booster for her patients and vital to overall good health.
  • At her practice, Empower Your Smile, she offers a wide range of services from general dentistry to periodontics and dental implants and Invisalign treatments.
  • She realizes that dental care can be intimidating to some patients, and she works hard to put them at ease.
  • On a personal note, Dr. Moezinia holds dual citizenship in France and the United States.

Jeffery C. Platt, DDS, is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Thursday, May 26, 2022

Dr. Platt founded Lasting Impressions Dental Care over 30 years ago and has helped countless patients restore their oral health.

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  • Dr. Platt founded Lasting Impressions Dental Care over 30 years ago and has helped countless patients restore their oral health.
  • Located at 2465 Research Pkwy Ste 100 in Colorado Springs, CO, the office is open Monday through Thursday.
  • The office is certified by the American Dental Association and the Colorado Dental Association.
  • He lectures with the Hiossen Dental Implant company, teaching proper implant usage and how to perform surgical and restorative implant dentistry.

JDE Joins Other Dental Journals in Coordinated Focus on Oral Health in America

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Wednesday, May 25, 2022

In the JDE review article Oral health in America 2021: Making a case for curricular change, the authors call on dental schools to provide research training opportunities and recruit students who are interested in research.

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  • In the JDE review article Oral health in America 2021: Making a case for curricular change, the authors call on dental schools to provide research training opportunities and recruit students who are interested in research.
  • ADEA President and CEO Karen P. West, D.M.D., M.P.H., stressed the fundamental role of dental education in improving oral health.
  • The other journals publishing perspective papers and editorials about the oral health report are Journal of Dental Research, Journal of Public Health Dentistry and Journal of the American Dental Association.
  • The Oral Health in America report showed that although some measures of oral health have improved over the last 20 years, there is still much work to be done, said Dr. DSouza.

Rivers + Tanner Family Dentistry Welcomes Dr. Kate West to the Practice

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Friday, April 29, 2022

MT. PLEASANT, S.C., April 29, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Rivers + Tanner Family Dentistry provides superior and compassionate dental care for smiles of all ages. This thriving practice, located at 1065 Johnnie Dodds Blvd, Suite A in Mount Pleasant, SC, offers a full array of services, ranging from dental examinations and cleanings to full mouth reconstruction. This premier dental clinic, led by Dr. Chris Rivers and Dr. Dale Tanner, is thrilled to announce that Dr. Kate West has joined the team of dental professionals.

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  • PLEASANT, S.C., April 29, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Rivers + Tanner Family Dentistry provides superior and compassionate dental care for smiles of all ages.
  • More About Rivers + Tanner Family Dentistry:
    Rivers + Tanner Family Dentistry provides honest dentistry in a family-friendly environment.
  • Rivers + Tanner Family Dentistry provides a full range of general dentistry services, cosmetic options and restorative dentistry.
  • Dr. Chris Rivers, Rivers + Tanner Family Dentistry, (843) 884-5166, [email protected]

Georgia Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Names 2022 President

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Wednesday, April 6, 2022

ALPHARETTA, Ga., April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Georgia Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry elected Darrell J. Morton, DMD, MBA, FAGD as president for the 2022 calendar year. In addition to his business leadership experience, Dr. Morton brings decades of clinical experience, practice ownership, and patient relations expertise to the GACD Board of Directors.

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  • ALPHARETTA, Ga., April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Georgia Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry elected Darrell J. Morton, DMD, MBA, FAGD as president for the 2022 calendar year.
  • Dr. Morton is a partner at Advanced Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Alpharetta.
  • Dr. Morton's other notable memberships include: Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Academy of Facial Esthetics, Academy of Implant Dentistry, International Congress of Oral Implantology, American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, and the American Academy of Oral Systemic Health.
  • Cosmetic dentistry is not an official specialty recognized by the American Dental Association, so there are no state or national regulations for practicing cosmetic dentistry.