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The Oravital® System is completely safe, easy, non-invasive, and highly effective in the treatment of periodontal disease and bad breath. Here's how it works.   When you visit an Oravital® Certified clinic, the dentist or dental hygienist will examine your mouth for any visible dental problems. He or she will also ask about your medical history to determine if you have any conditions or risk factors that could contribute to gum disease and/or breath odor. Next, your dental professional will follow the Oravital® System's five steps.   1. Screening Using a swab, the dental professional will take samples of bacteria from your tongue, throat and teeth. These are sent to a laboratory, which conducts a microbial analysis to identify any harmful bacteria that are causing gum disease and breath odor.   2. Treatment If the report indicates there are harmful microorganisms in your mouth that are causing gum and/or breath problems, the dentist/hygienist will recommend an Oravital® antiseptic or antibiotic rinse that is

Our powerful call tracking software will work for any business. Our unique abilities are to sync calls with existing customer data, and to provide more actionable, detailed data. Before you even pick up the phone, you will already know if the caller is a potential new prospect, which marketing source they came from, and what the caller is likely looking for.   When it comes to reviewing the calls, your existing customers are automatically filtered out, so we only listen to the calls that matter to marketing efforts: new customers and new leads. Tracking your calls enables you to go back and reference them whenever you'd like. Now you can find out why that big spending customer decided not to buy with you!   With our unique ability to sync your calls with patient management software, like Dentrix and Eaglesoft, we can show you more detailed data, even before you pick up the phone! Before the phone even rings, our caller ID will give you a detailed look of each caller. For existing patients you will be able to

Dino's Story: In 2006, as an award winning business mentor, Dino's life was changed with one simple question asked by a client couple. This couple was feeling the stress of their business in their marriage. After Dino had helped them create specific systems that helped them work better in their business, the clients asked if Dino had a program that would help them in their marriage, the same way it helped in their business. That was the beginning of The Business of Marriage.   Five years later, in a true full circle moment, a different client, a dentist and marriage men-tee, asked Dino if he had any systems that would help with the relationships in his office as well as the systems he had taught for their marriage.   The result was The CORE. Based upon the same skill set, systems and tools for successful marriages, Dino and his team create systems for success in the office. It is the only system in the world that focuses on helping all of the relationships in your life run at their ultimate performance.   www

As a dentist who practices within the largest lab in the US, Dr. DiTolla has access to tens of thousands of doctor's preps and impressions on a monthly basis. As a result, he has an intimate knowledge of the common habits of the dentists getting the best restorative results. As a self-proclaimed "average dentist", he has developed techniques that provide exceptional restorative results with a very average set of hands. His mission is to share these techniques with dentists to help them improve their preps, impressions, and restorations. When dentists perform better restorative dentistry they are happier, more profitable, and most importantly, the patient receives excellent restorative dentistry.   Dr. DiTolla graduated from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in 1988. He was awarded his Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry in 1995.  He is a graduate of the Las Vegas Institute of Cosmetic Dentistry, and is also a clinical evaluator for CRA. From 2001 – 2006, he was an Instructor for PAC

About Dr. Tuan Pham:   I'm Dr. Tuan Pham and although I look like I've just graduated from dental school, I have 10 years of real life dental practice experience under my belt in saturated suburban Austin, TX. I love my job. I mean it. The nerdy part of myself loves the technicality and challenge of dentistry while the rest loves the results from success in skillful communication, staff management, and leadership.   What I love most about dentistry (besides providing myself with a great income and ample time for enjoying life) is simply chatting with patients. I know some of you might not like it, but trust me you should! Like any skill, it can be learned quite easily step-by-step. By learning and enjoying to chat, I create the relationship which allows me to easily build value and trust which translates to high treatment plan acceptances and ultimately the nerdy part of myself nerding out and doing dentistry the way I want! It's a positive feed cycle.   Believe it or not, but I did not always feel this way n

Dr. John Schwartz, CEO of Centric Notes: Out of 120,000 dentists in the United States, Dr. John Schwartz is one of only four dentists that have also earned the title of Master Ceramist. A master ceramist is one who can construct the highest quality dental restorations. A master ceramist is a very skilled artisan that has many years of training in the art and science of cosmetic dentistry, including ceramic and dental porcelain sculpting and construction of restorations. Extensive training and study are only part of the chemistry that makes one a master ceramist. Not every ceramist possesses  the skill set and talent to become a Master.  A master ceramist possesses the ability to create restorations that are indistinguishable from nature.   C Notes is an iPad application that is used for medical note generation. It creates a narrative note that doesn't sacrifice clarity for convenience or speed.  C Notes (short for Centric Notes) can be used during a procedure by either the dentist or the assistant to get the

HJT is your number one choice in dental design consultants. By combining numerous professionals from different walks of life, HJT ensures a well-rounded experience that you're sure to love and enjoy. Years of working in their own professions, along within the HJT community, has allowed the HJT team to complete hundreds of finished products. Our expertise will easily translate into the time and money you save by choosing HJT.   Whether you're just getting started, or perhaps renovating an existing business, HJT has the knowledge, experience, tools, and technology to meet your needs. You're guaranteed a custom experience when working with HJT, and a personalized design that fulfills all of your hopes and aspirations. Collaboration is key, as we'd like to say at HJT, so sitting down, getting to know you, and understanding your ideas is all part of the process. We design with your ideas in mind, and won't stop until the job is done right. HJT is more than just a design consultant, we're a friend. Let us – a denti

Dr. Tuttle's unique background enables her to provide exceptional care for all her patients, she graduated from UCLA in 2009 with the prestigious Dean's leadership award and Dr. Tuttle also graduated from Medical School in Romania in 2000 where she practiced as a physician before she became a dentist. This experience in the medical field helps compromised patients to receive the best dental care.   Since then Dr. Tuttle has enjoyed practicing all aspects of general dentistry including but not limited to wisdom teeth extractions, bone grafting, implants, gum surgery, root canals, dentures, partials, and cosmetic dentistry. When she is not creating beautiful smiles, she spends time with her husband CJ and her son Alexander. Dr. Tuttle believes that Zumba exercise is the best stress reliever after a full day of work. She would like to be on Dancing with the stars but she is not that famous, yet…   Dr. Tuttle is professional, ethical, gentle, and a good listener. She has the capability of easing patient's anxiety

Dr. Allen Honigman, originally from Ottawa, Ontario in Canada, received his B.Sc in Biochemistry from the University of Ottawa. He then pursued an honors degree in Genetics at the University of Western Ontario. He then attended Idaho State University, and received his Masters degree in Microbiology and Immunology. After working towards a Ph.D. in Microbiology at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, he decided on a dental career and went on to complete his Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 1991 at the University. From there, he went directly to UCLA, where he finished his periodontic specialty training residency in 1993. Dr. Honigman practiced in Southern California until he moved to Guam, in 1995, to accept a position as a periodontist and dental director for Pacificare. While there, he had the opportunity to lecture at local dental society meetings. In 1999 Dr. Honigman was offered a faculty position as the Director for Undergraduate Periodontic Clinical Education at Case Western Reserv

Andrew Johnston, RDH: I am a Registered Dental Hygiene graduate from the Yakima Valley Community College Dental Hygiene Program in 2009. I hold three degrees including a Bachelors Degree in Business Management and currently working towards my MBA. First and foremost, I am a husband and a father to my wife and three children. When I have time to get away, I regularly lecturer at dental hygiene programs throughout the USA. I also speak at dental hygiene societies and associations. In 2013, I was asked to be a faculty member for DDS - Dental Development Seminars. My role includes mentoring and instructing dental professionals in technique driven delivery of local anesthetic. As the only hygienist on the faculty, I focus on being a liason between the dentists and hygienists to build trust and understanding between the two groups by helping ensure competency, accuracy, and confidence in the hygienist attendees.   I also write, blog, and am a regular contributor on Hygienetown.com. I write articles for a number of

Bonnie Pugh: Bonnie, founding partner at Practice Dynamics, blends her love for the dental industry and business to help dental teams across the country reach new heights in their success. She specializes in coaching teams to goal by blending their unique philosophy with proven systems and business practices.   Bonnie has a long record of success in the business of dentistry. Prior to founding Practice Dynamics she was the Product Line Manager for the Dental Division of Carestream Dental. In this role she was responsible for the strategic planning of the dental practice management line of products. This experience gives her a unique understanding of the blend of the business of dentistry, the technology that supports it and the teams that make it happen.   A professed lifetime learner and educator Bonnie recently took on the role of Executive Director of the Academy of Dental Management Consultants. In this role she guides an organization that serves to help dental management consultants throughout the countr

Karen Siebert: Karen Siebert, BSDH, MA, is a part-time clinical instructor and adjunct faculty, teaching courses in oral pathology and the dental hygiene process of care for patients presenting with medical concerns/special needs. She is a graduate of the University of Iowa, BSDH, and the University of Illinois Springfield with a MA in Educational Leadership. Prior to finding her passion in dental hygiene education, Karen practiced clinically, implementing non-surgical periodontal programs and managing dental hygiene departments in two practices.   Karen's career endeavors have expanded to include writing/presenting curriculum for continuing education presentations and webinars, as well as articles focusing on both clinical applications and current technology that help us serve patients with the highest quality of care and achieve career longevity for ourselves. She is a member of Careerfusion, ADHA, and ADEA, and OSAP. Volunteer positions include state membership chair for IDHA and screening co-chair for the

Dr. Kinnar Shah is based in Sydney and his passion and expertise as a dentist is in Cosmetic, Laser, and Implant dentistry. A transformational and a motivational speaker and principal director of SmileConcepts, Personal Growth Events, Instaclicks, and Premium Ceramics. He is obsessed in teaching leadership, business, sales, and communication skills to health professionals.   He is walking the talk as an example in this field. Practicing 2½ days per week has allowed him to work "on" and grow his practice seven fold over the last 3 years. His marketing strategies allowed one of his practices -SmileConcepts - to drive 140 New Clients a month. SmileConcepts is positioned to be the leading practice in Sydney and is the highest customer reviewed practice in Australia. The strategies for such growth and presence are what Kinnar loves to teach with a passion. He believes every professional has the potential to do so and loves adding value for your Growth. He starts by exploring the correct mindset, belief and attitud

Dr. Edward Feinberg is a graduate of Tufts University and has practiced Dentistry in Scarsdale, New York for more than 35 years. He is the successor to a unique tradition of restorative dentistry and was trained by a master and pioneer in full coverage restorative dentistry, Dr. Elliot Feinberg.  The techniques used by Dr. Feinberg have documented clinical evidence in a library of 100,000 pictures taken during the past 66 years. Dr. Feinberg is a nationally recognized lecturer and a noted author of scientific and educational articles for dental publications and a textbook, "The Double-Tilt Precision Attachment Case for Natural Teeth and Implants" (The book is available at www.edwardfeinbergdmd.com). He is also a reviewer for the Journal of Oral Implantology.  In addition to educational activities, Dr. Feinberg has also served on 4 Councils of the American Dental Association and is a past president of the Ninth District Dental Association, a component of the New York State Dental Association with 1600 members.

Since 1974, John has founded six companies and served as a Vice President of a Fortune 500 company. His performance results demonstrate a clear understanding of how to build successful businesses. He is a 2005 graduate of Leadership Birmingham and was a 2007 finalist for Birmingham's Small Business Person of the Year Award. Graduated from High Point University, John is a native North Carolinian.   He is a frequent guest speaker for Associations, Study Clubs and Product providers, and is published in leading industry publications. He is author of How to Grow Your Dental Practice in the New Economy.   John and his wife reside in Birmingham and have three adult sons, one dog, and two cats.   You can contact John at john@whydtp.com.   www.WhyDTP.com

Kevin Mosher is an executive with more than 20 years experience in the dental and medical technology industries. Following a five-year stint as an officer in the US Navy, Kevin transitioned to a medical career in sales and marketing. He worked with companies such as: Baxter Healthcare, Johnson & Johnson, and Masimo Corporation — a startup medical device manufacturer. Following Masimo, he served as President of dental implant manufacturer Nobel Biocare's North American division. Prior to his current position at ClearChoice, Kevin served as President & CEO of medical device startup DFINE, Inc. — a company focused on the minimally invasive treatment of diseases of the spine. Kevin holds a B.S. in Applied Engineering Sciences from the U.S. Naval Academy.   www.ClearChoice.com

Dr. Shelburne graduated from the University of Virginia with a double major in Biology and Religious Studies in 1977. He went on to graduate with honors from Virginia Commonwealth University's Dental School and opened a private general practice in Pennington Gap, Virginia, in 1981. He and his family have served as short-term volunteer missionaries with the Baptist Medical Dental Missions International and on various Mission of Mercy projects in Virginia.  In March 2008, he surrendered his dental license after being convicted of healthcare fraud and spent 19 months in Federal Prison and 2 months in a halfway house.  Dr. Shelburne is a nationally known speaker/writer/and consultant who openly shares his mistakes, what he learned as a result, and how to avoid those career ending errors.  "It is a wise man who learns from his mistakes, but a wiser man still that learns from another's.   www.RoyShelburne.com

Dr. James Metz is a 1973 graduate of The Ohio State University College of Dentistry.  Dr. Metz maintains a general dental practice in Columbus, Ohio, with an emphasis on dental sleep medicine and restorative dentistry. He is the affiliate director of The Ohio State University Medical Center Sleep Medicine Fellowship Program.  He has previously served on the AADSM board of directors, course development committee, public relations committee, and was the Chair for the Introductory Course of Dental Sleep Medicine in addition to being the Co-Chair for the Annual meeting 2014.  He is the current Chair of the American Thoracic Society (ATS) Interest Group on Dental Sleep Medicine and a member of the Executive Committee the Sleep, Respiratory, and Neurobiology (SRN) Assembly of the ATS.   www.TheMetzCenter.com www.ColombusDentistry.com

Kim has 40 years experience in the dental trade, having started with a local dental supply company in Salt Lake City right after graduating college in 1976. During his 40 years in the industry, he has worked in sales, manufacturing, R&D, marketing, and product development. As the Endo Product Manager at Ultradent, he was tasked with the responsibility to manage the development and bring to market Endo Eze AET. Later, at SybronEndo, Kim managed the development and release of a number of Endo products, including TF Adaptiv, ApexID, K3XF, and System B Cordless. Currently, Kim has his own company, Lean Dental Solutions, Inc. and has developed and is selling the Grasshopper Mouse dental office inventory control system. Kim was married 40 years ago in June and he and his wife Laura have four children and 13 grandchildren. Kim & Laura live in Santa Ana, California.   www.GHMouse.com

Educated at the University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry, Dr. Hagi has a focus for minimally invasive aesthetic dentistry and metal-free oral implant rehabilitation. Dr. Hagi is a Fellow with the International Congress of Oral Implantology, Academy of General Dentistry, International Academy of Dentofacial Aesthetics and Associate Fellow of the  American Academy of Implant Dentistry. The Thornhill Smile Centre, Dr. Hagi's private practice, is located in Thornhill, ON and is a Leading Dental Centre of the World (LDCW).  Along with the Centre of Excellence in Implant Dentistry(CEIT), the education centre, Dr. Hagi brings excellence in dental care and dental continuing education. Dr. Hagi is an international lecturer, published author and consultant to several dental manufacturers.   www.thornhillsmilecentre.com