Tuesday

Video: Total Dentistry Makeovers, Implants, Sedation in Michigan


Total Dentistry Makeovers, Implants, Sedation in Traverse City - The best home videos are here

Dr. Brian Klym of Traverse City, MI provides Painless, anxiety-free dentistry. Dental care provided any other way would almost for sure reduce the level of oral health his patients would accept.

The Northwood Dental team strives to overcome every obstacle that could discourage the building of positive dental care habits.

While dentists visits may be avoidable for a short time, a continued absence has disadvantages you probably understand all too well. End your dental care sabbatical!

Statistics show avoiding dental offices due to fear and worry dramatically impacts dental and overall health. Stop oral health decline.

Dr. Klym and our Northwood Dental team make dental visits a positive routine by working towards a total comfort setting for our patients.

Oral sedation is a vital element in creating this level of anxiety-free, comfort and making dental treatment painless.

View our video and visit www.NorthwoodDentalTC.com
  • Brian Klym, DDS
  • 10748 E. Traverse Highway
  • Traverse City, Michigan 49684
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Video Developed and Compiled by

Dick Chwalek

Monday

Consultants Attend Dental Meeting: St. Paul Minnesota

2011 MDA – Star of The North Meeting

NDA Members attending

  • and/or having a booth include:


  • Mike Haase, Aftco Transition Consultant

  • Renstrom Dental Studio, MN based Laboratory

  • Jennifer Maschke, US Bank, Business Banking Officer

  • Andy Christensen, President Heritage Construction Companies, Booth #412

  • Kim Smythe, Owner, Dental Staffing Services (Attending: Dental Assistant)
  • For more, Star of the North MN Dental Event.

    Star of the North 2011

    Information From Star of the North Website

    Make Connections. Gain Experience

    The Minnesota Dental Association’s Star of the North Meeting is the premier state dental meeting of the Upper Midwest. With 70 continuing education seminars and an exhibit floor featuring over 270 innovative companies, the Star of the North Meeting provides current clinical and practice management information to the dental community.

    • In 2011, seminars will be offered on Thursday, April 28 to Saturday, April 30.

    • The exhibit floor will be open to all attendees on Friday and Saturday, April 29-30.

    • A special invitation-only, Exhibit Hall Premiere Night will take place on Thursday, April 28 from 4:30 pm to 8:00 pm.

    About the Meeting

    • Dr. Paul F. Kirkegaard, Jr., 2011 Chair, Star of the North Meeting

    • Dr. Timothy J. Flor, President, Minnesota Dental Association

    Who

    The Star of the North Meeting is open to

    • Dentists

    • Dental residents

    • Dental students

    • Dental assistants

    • Dental hygienists

    • Dental office staff

    • Dental lab technicians

    • And guests of dentists.

    Dates

    • Thursday, April 28 – Saturday, April 30, 2011

    Location

    • Saint Paul RiverCentre

    • 175 West Kellogg Blvd

    • Saint Paul, MN 55102

    • (651) 265-4800
  • Thursday

    Availability of New Dental Patients Video: Part 1 of 2

    Connective Communication© involves combining the layers of marketing required to activate a vibrant new patient base and sustain a high level of available participants.
    "Availability" is generally constant yet can be increased when the right combination of activators is in place. Rather than throwing dental marketing 'stuff' at the wall - dentists develop a matrix that not only 'gathers' the current available group but 'creates' more new patients and improves the value of what they request/purchase.

    Video Presented by Dick Chwalek of Niche Dental, dentistry communication consultant and dentist marketing coach.

    For more information Contact Oli: click here or CALL 1-888-380-0020


    Trust In Dentistry-Dentists: How-Where Do You Base Yours?

    22 Years of Trusted Smiles

    The trust patients place in Dr. Angela Ramirez is demonstrated in Brenda’s experience. Brenda, a model and comedian, had her first visit with Dr. Ramirez over 22 years ago for replacement of cosmetic bonding that failed to hide her tetracycline stained teeth. While Dr. Ramirez’s restorative efforts greatly improved Brenda’s smile in 1988, dentistry has advanced.


    “Her original smile makeover veneers and dental crowns were created to match her natural color - long before teeth whitening was popular,” Dr. Ramirez said. “So that meant a yellowed look, not as attractive as it was then.” Brenda said she loved her teeth for many years, but was noticing how other people’s teeth were getting whiter.

    Then about a year ago Brenda emailed Dr. Ramirez. Rather than encouraging her to come to Boca Raton, Dr. Ramirez offered to help her select a dentist near her home in Maine.
    “I didn’t hear from her again until this summer, when she decided to come to Florida for a ‘newer’ smile,” said Dr. Ramirez.
    Brenda, returned to Boca Raton from Maine. She had a consultation and two other visits with Dr. Ramirez to complete her dental treatment.

    Later, Brenda sent a praise filled email about how happy she was with her ‘new again’ smile...
    “Thanks for all your hard work and attention to detail. I received the photos, and just as in real life, my teeth are beautiful and natural-looking. I love to look in the mirror and smile.”

    Brenda, returned to Boca Raton from Maine. She had a consultation and two other visits with Dr. Ramirez to complete her treatment.

    Later, Brenda sent a praise filled email about how happy she was with her ‘new again’ smile...
    “Thanks for all your hard work and attention to detail. I received the photos, and just as in real life, my teeth are beautiful and natural-looking. I love to look in the mirror and smile.

    Optimally Informed • The Choice Is Yours.
    A decision is made to move ahead only when everything is understood. For Brenda, it meant renewing her smile.
    “I was able to see right away how I would treat her smile,” Dr. Ramirez said. “I knew I would be able to design a more natural and complementary smile for her.”
    Time For Healthier and Happier Smiles

    Putting off your new smile/dental care? Consider:
    “For over 25 years I’ve focused on optimal health while using the most advanced, and lifelike treatments.” Dr. Ramirez
    A patient of ours waited 10 years before they were ready.
    “She was afraid. But her treatment was done about the same time as Brenda’s, and she’s very happy with her healthier, new smile.” Dr. Ramirez.
    Dr. Angela Ramirez, Your Boca Raton Dentist Is Ready To Do Right By You.


    Angela M. Ramirez, DMD

    Offers The Following







    Schedule A Complimentary Consultation!

    561-948-4297

    1865 NW Boca Raton Blvd • Suite 101 • Boca Raton, FL 33432

    Friday

    White Smiles For Life: Nashville Dentist's Video Montage



    Dr. Kent E. White provides the care you deserve – bringing harmony to oral muscles, restoring health, achieving natural beauty and enriching lives.

    Because he believes so passionately in the value of this comprehensive treatment approach, Dr. White wants more people to understand the depth of its possibilities patients, consumers and other dentists.

    Dr. White has been a senior instructor at the Las Vegas Institute of Advanced Dental Studies. He has mentored many fellow dentists and their teams at LVI and in other locations.

    MORE than a cosmetic dentist...

    By combining the most advanced techniques in aesthetic/cosmetic, restorative, reconstructive and preventive dentistry with his knowledge and skills in Neuromuscular Dentistry diagnosis and treatment, Dr. White has been able to bring healing comfort to the lives as well as enhance smiles of people.... Just. Like. You.

    As Dr. Kent White explains, "Our educational pursuits and our treatment approach influence the solutions we develop for our clients/patients. Today, caring deeply requires an ever-increased need for the latest and most accurate information and ongoing skill development. In this environment that means if we stop learning, we stop caring. "

    Additionally, according to Dr. White, "To make this high level of care possible, I continually widen my dental perspective. I ask myself the same questions everyday, such as... 'What are my clients missing because of my current focus? Are yesterday’s results still good enough? Is the standard still the standard?'”

    Kent. E. White, DDS
    Center For Advanced Dentistry
    Advanced Dentistry
    2300 21st Avenue South
    Suite 103
    Nashville, TN 37212

    -- Recently Dr. White formerly with Embassy Dental in Nashville.

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    Your Dental Care Missing Something?

    > Could It Be Exactly what YOU Deserve!


    Sincerely,
    Dick Chwalek

    > Communication Consultant & Marketing Strategist for Dentists
    www.NicheDental.com


    Boca Raton Dentist: Be Optimally Informed, Then Decide.

    At Your Boca Dentist, decisions are made to move ahead only when the patient understands the plan and knows what the goal is. For their patient Brenda, it meant renewing her smile for a second time - first in 1988 and then last year.

    “I was able to see right away how I would treat her smile,” Dr. Angela Ramirez said. “I knew I would be able to design a more natural and complementary smile for her.”

    Link Here To...

    Time For Healthier and Happier Smiles

    Putting off your dental care? Consider:

    - At Your Boca Dentist complimentary consultations, the focus is on you...

    “A new patient of ours recently walked out of another office because no one there really listened” said Dr. Ramirez. “They ‘pushed’ implants, which the patient didn’t want. When inquiring about our services, we’ll work on the best solution for you.”

    '“For over 25 years I’ve focused on optimal health while using the most advanced, lifelike treatments.”

    A patient of Dr. Ramirez waited 10 years before they went ahead with care. According to Dr. Ramirez, “She was afraid. But her treatment was done about the same time as Brenda’s, and she’s very happy with her healthier, new smile.”


    Your Boca Dentist
    1865 NW Boca Raton Blvd., Suite 101
    Boca Raton, Florida 33432

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    Something missing from your dentistry?

    Maybe It's the Dental Care YOU Deserve!

    Sincerely,
    Dick Chwalek

    > Communication Consultant and Marketing Strategist for Dentists

    Philadelphia Area Dentist Presents Patient Smile Makeover


    How West Chester PA dentist,
    Dr. Ron Briglia and his team
    Achieved Their Patient's Goals.

    "Liz wanted to improve her smile for years. To achieve her goals within her budget, we started with her upper four front teeth. In near the future, Liz would like to complete her smile makeover..."

    Read More @ Total Confidence Dentistry.

    In Liz’s Words:
    “To say that Dr. Briglia and his team perform nothing less than magic is an understatement. It has been a long journey for me since Dr. Briglia first evaluated the condition of my teeth and gums. Over the ensuing three years, much reparative work was required before any thought could be given to cosmetic improvements.

    Once gum health was restored, Dr. Briglia and his technician, Kathy, launched their campaign to improve the look and feel of my teeth and smile.

    The end result has truly been..."

    Review Other Smile Views, Read Her Entire Testimonial
    Ron Briglia, DMD
    The Chester County Medical Center
    600 East Marshall Street
    Suite 201
    West Chester, PA 19380

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    What Is Missing From Your Dental Care?

    > What if it is exactly what YOU Deserve!


    Sincerely,
    Dick Chwalek

    Communication Consultant • Marketing Strategist for Dentists

    Northwest Michigan: K9000 3D-Dental Scan Technology

    The Northwood Dental team of Traverse City is again improving their treatment capabilities, by investing the new three-dimensional K9000 imaging system. With the Kodak technology, local dentist Dr. Brian Klym can now determine a dental diagnosis more accurately and efficiently, minimizing repeat visits, saving patients time and money.

    Advanced Diagnosis • Enhanced Convenience & Comfort


    According to Dr. Klym, “Before I even start, I can see the entire 3D anatomy of the root canal where before I couldn’t.”

    “You stand up in a very open room, no confined feeling or sense of claustrophobia. The average scan is only 24 seconds,” Dr. Klym explained and added, “During the diagnostic procedure patients can also look out a window; nature enhancing the calming effect.” The result is total comfort and peace of mind.

    The Kodak 9000 also shows high-resolution images, allowing Dr. Klym to perform more informed and precise treatments. In essence, it offers a better, closer look than other general dentist offices in the area can achieve.

    Brian Klym, DDS
    10748 E. Traverse Highway
    Traverse City, Michigan 49684
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    Does your dentist utilize a comprehensive approach?

    Rather than merely 'get by' -- get what YOU Deserve!

    Sincerely,
    Dick Chwalek
    > Communication Consultant and Marketing Strategist for Dentists

    Other Michigan Dentist Blog Posts..

    Thursday

    Dental Staffing Services Of MN: Expertise To Efficiently Assist Dentist Clients of NDA Members

    Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN-WI (1888PressRelease) December 02, 2010 - Kim Smythe, owner of Dental Staffing Services, has joined the Northern Dental Alliance (NDA). A Minnesota-based organization, NDA also advises dentists in the areas of office safety, construction, marketing, laboratory services, banking, practice transition, and personal financial strategies.

    The Northern Dental Alliance provides a comprehensive platform for dentists to structure highly successful and secure businesses, achieve superior oral health and smile enhancement restorations for their patients as well as protect and improve their financial future through proper investment and transition planning. Dental Staffing Services greatly increases the depth of knowledge and resources every NDA member can offer their dentist clients.

    Dental Staffing Services, established in 1998, places Dental Assistants, Dental Hygienists and Office Staff with various offices throughout Minnesota and Western Wisconsin. As a Registered Dental Assistant, owner Kim Smythe draws on dental experience and industry knowledge to recruit and place dynamic dental professionals on a temporary and permanent basis.

    As with all Northern Dental Alliance members, Dental Staffing Services is an independent firm. Dentists can select individual NDA consultant members and then 'build a team' if desired. Each member is an independent contractor and diligently works in the best interests of the client.

    Areas of expertise NDA members represent include business banking, equipment/facility financing, laboratory services, cosmetic/implant dentistry education, OSHA training, infection control, fee-only personal financial/tax planning, retirement strategies, new office building/remodeling, practice purchases/sales, dentist transitions, staff recruitment and placement, and marketing/advertising campaigns.

    The Northern Dental Alliance welcomes Kim Smythe as a member, and is excited to offer her expertise and knowledge to current and future dentist-clients. The professionals of Northern Dental Alliance work with dentists to improve their businesses, enhance their clinical techniques, maintain and improve team skills, protect their practice and personal investments, and increase their personal financial security.

    Kim believes having a niche focus on dental professionals allows her to develop a depth of experience, expertise and connections to solve staffing issues in a prompt, cost-effective manner. She also understands the importance of staffing talented, caring team members with integrity and dedication to serving patients and representing the dental practice. In order to maintain these standards, Dental Staffing Services requests feedback following every placement.

    Examples:

    "Always positive with a smile on her face. Hard to come by GOOD temps! She's great!"

    "Appeared like she's worked here forever. Really knew what she was doing."

    "Very cheery and friendly to the patients. Had a smile on her face at all times and was able to carry on a conversation with our patients. Would take her back anytime
    ."

    The business philosophy of Dental Staffing Services is based on building and maintaining close working relationships with clients. The success of this philosophy is proven by the satisfaction of their clients who continue to make Dental Staffing Services their first choice to fill their staffing needs.

    Having the right team is critical to success in the dental industry. Kim Smythe helps dentists search for-and find-the right person for the job, whether temporary or permanent.

    The addition of Kim Smythe and Dental Staffing Services is a sign of a growing industry need for groups like the Northern Dental Alliance. Growth that will soon include a member with expertise in Defined Benefit Plans for retirement.

    To learn more about the recruitment of dental professionals, visit NorthernDentalAlliance.com or DentalStaffingMN.com. Or talk with Kim Smythe by calling (865) 483-8100.

    View Photo Gallery

    Monday

    TV Program Features Nashville Dentist's Advanced, Comprehensive Approach To Dental Care

    Nashville, TN (1888PressRelease) November 04, 2010

    Local Nashville dentist, Kent E. White, DDS, was recently featured on MDTV. The show gave him the ability to provide insight into the dilemmas with presenting dental treatment today, and how to prepare his own patients for treatment plan presentation.

    "When seen by dentists in the past, patients have been told that things were fine, because they based diagnosis on the presence or absence of pain," Dr. White said. "That troubles me, because usually that means the tooth is already in the process of 'dying' and it means we missed the opportunity to work on this tooth years ago."

    Dr. Kent White explains in the MDTV program that he prefers stopping tooth degeneration before it becomes painful, and before lasting harm can set in.

    "Catch things before they hurt; that's really the philosophy that we use here," said Dr. White.

    Trained in advanced preventive, restorative, and aesthetic dentistry, Dr. White's practice in Nashville offers a comprehensive array of services, from the purely cosmetic to the critically restorative. What interests Dr. White the most, perhaps, is the idea of giving his patients the best of both worlds-a healthy and beautiful smile that not only prevents pain and decay, but also gives his patients confidence in their smile.

    Nashville area dentist, Dr. Kent E. White and MDTV showcase the benefits of avoiding or stopping tooth failure before pain and lasting harm occurs. The TV show and online video give him the chance to clearly explain the value of advanced dentistry. Including how a comprehensive dental approach is most beneficial, especially for patients still searching for the right solution, dentist and office.

    "We're able to save most of our teeth with inlays or onlays," said Dr. White. "We basically restore the tooth back to its original health, strength, and beauty in the most conservative manner possible. That is the kind of dentistry that I think we should be moving forward with."

    Aside from many dentists basing diagnoses on the presence of pain, Dr. White sees a real challenge in teeth that continue to decay behind or under a metal filling.

    "There's not a day that goes by that we don't see a tooth that has a real large silver (mercury) filling that has split a tooth or has broken a part of a tooth," Dr. White said. "A big epidemic that we face is that we can't x-ray through them. These large metal fillings are outlasting our teeth."

    Further, Dr. White noted how training and continuing education can vary greatly from dentist to dentist. "Currently there are only 3-7% of dentists that go on to do clinical training or residency or a fellowship after dental school," is one example Dr. White cites.

    While Dr. White treats each patient's mouth for health first and beauty second, he knows that many of his happiest patients chose to take a comprehensive approach. And doing so takes less time than patients expect, leaving them pleasantly surprised for the long term.

    "Ideally we always want to treat the disease first and foremost, and most of the time when you're having comprehensive care done here, you're getting it all done at once."

    Dr. White's reason for appearing on the program, distilled to its essence, was to spread the word to patients: look for a dentist who doesn't wait until you experience pain to treat your teeth.

    "The primary purpose was to get the message out of alternative and contemporary methods to help alleviate periodontal disease and tooth deterioration. Make the public aware of just how catastrophic some of our issues are in dentistry right now. Give the public a view of what alternatives there are."

    For more information on Dr. White's appearance on MDTV, or general information regarding Dr. White's practice and offered services, visit www.whitesmiles4life.com.

    *See this Nashville dentistry video presentation online at www.Fox17.com/sections/community/features/mdtv.

    Nashville area dentist, Dr. Kent E. White and MDTV showcase the benefits of avoiding or stopping tooth failure before pain and lasting harm occurs. The TV show and online video give him the chance to clearly explain the value of advanced dentistry. Including how a comprehensive dental approach is most beneficial, especially for patients still searching for the right solution, dentist and office.

    Contact Information
    Center For Advanced Dentistry
    Kent E. White, DDS
    2300 21st Avenue South, Suite 103
    Nashville, TN 37212
    (615) 383-6787