A Look At The Latest Trends In Dental Technology

Advancements in dental technology have led to modern solutions to traditional dental problems while ensuring the best, most effective, and most comfortable treatments. Let’s look at some trends either becoming more commonly used today or nearing industry-wide implementation.

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First is the bigger role of 3D printers in the industry. Major manufacturers currently apply the technology to producing orthodontic appliances, fabricating models, and guiding surgery. Pretty soon the benefits of 3D printing in the industry will lead to everyday, widespread use. 

Another trend is the rise of digital X-rays. These allow for a comprehensive 3D image of the overall composition of our teeth and mouth, aiding dentists in locating potential dental problems and going toward recommending changes in dental habits as preventive measures. 

We are also seeing bigger roles for dental assistants in clinics. The pressure of delivering more efficient service is pushing dentists to hire more assistants. This ensures fluid operational flow by delegating work without sacrificing quality of service. Certified assistants can, for example, oversee provisional fabrication or making digital impressions. 

Lastly, there’s the advent of laser dentistry, now becoming increasingly popular for being generally painless. This is done by using a small, precise laser that can fit between the tooth and gum, a minimally invasive procedure for treating gum disease or simply removing excess plaque.

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Dr. Kami Hoss is a sought-after author, consultant, inventor, and speaker in the fields of dentistry and business. He has written articles published in numerous professional and community journals and publications. Visit this webpage for more dental industry news.

Why Financial Literacy Is Important

Financial literacy in its simplest form is the knowledge of money matters. A financially literate person would know how a checking account works, how a credit card figures into one’s budget, and how to avoid being in debt, among others. The main goal of financial literacy is to educate people so they can make decisions on finances that are both responsible and sound.

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The impact of financial literacy can be felt most at home. It affects a household’s issues regarding funds. Budgeting daily, weekly, and monthly expenses, buying a house or a car, going on a vacation, saving for a child’s schooling as well as one’s own retirement, all involve financial literacy. 

Over the years, financial literacy has gotten more significant. Take for instance retirement planning, which is an indicator of consumers beginning to shoulder more financial burdens. Without financial literacy, retirement would be a perilous journey, especially for those who no longer have income. Financial literacy enables one to understand things such as nest eggs and pension plans, and actively participate in the planning of their own funds. 

Financial literacy is also invaluable when a person is about to invest in something big, like a house or a car or insurance, especially if he is planning to take out a loan for it. The processes to take out the loan and invest are all very technical. And financial literacy is the compass that guides a person through it. 

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Kami Hoss, MS, DDS, is the CEO of The Super Dentists, the largest pediatric dentistry and orthodontic practice in San Diego. He is also a philanthropist and is part of Junior Achievement of San Diego Country, whose programs such as the JA BizTown teach elementary school students about financial literacy. For more articles like this, visit this blog.