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Three Surprising Reasons Why Adults Are Seeking Orthodontic Treatment Right Now

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According to a recent American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) study, adults now outweigh the previously adolescent-dominated orthodontics market. Well-rounded, optimized orthodontic treatment is a win-win for both doctors and adult patients. When you become an Orthosnap provider, you gain access to the most effective, discreet, and affordable aligner on the market. (As well as access …

How to Improve Patient Compliance

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Compliance is the cornerstone of successful orthodontic treatment, and Orthonsnap providers must encourage optimal levels of patient compliance. Nevertheless, we also understand that patient compliance can be tricky. Need support to tackle this hurdle? Continue reading. Begin with the End in Mind® In his New York Times Best Selling Book “The 7 Habits of Highly …

New Year, New Cases

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What better way to start the new year than with a resolution that can enhance both health and aesthetics? The beginning of the year often parallels attitudes of improvement and can spark the desire for a straighter smile. Whether you’re interested in enticing existing or new clients, here are four marketing strategies that can promote …

Record-Keeping and Compliance: Why are they important?

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Many understand that keeping records is a fundamental duty for medical professionals. Despite their utmost importance, record keeping is often a low priority for many practices. Inconsistencies in the record-keeping process lead to incompliance, which is not an option for practices that want to remain open. Instead of wondering and worrying about the best practices …

TMJ Awareness Month

The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research reports that between 5% and 12% of patients suffer from temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD or TMJ disorder) and its painful symptoms. Every November is National TMJ Awareness Month to encourage sufferers to understand this common joint dysfunction and learn ways to obtain relief from irritating symptoms safely. …

Insurance: Use It or Lose It

As people reflect at the end of the year and prepare for the next, the new year signifies a fresh start for many things, including insurance policies. However, when people do not use their insurance benefits or HSA, they often lose them. One way that insurance-holders can get the biggest bang for their buck is …

Happy Boss’ Day

National Boss’ Day is celebrated every October 16th (or the nearest working day if it falls on the weekend). Orthosnap joins forces with orthodontists and dentists who lead exceptionally by being the bosses of their practices. Our company wants doctors to have more time being a great boss and less time doing little tasks related …

October is National Dental Hygiene Month!

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Although it’s the start of “Spooky Season,” there are few things more terrifying than the development of oral health problems like gum (or periodontal) disease and cavities. The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) celebrates National Dental Hygiene Month this October to advocate for healthy teeth and gums. What is dental hygiene? Dental hygiene, or oral …

National Gum Care Month: What is it, and why is it important?

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While many patients choose orthodontic treatment to improve their teeth, they might not realize how it can impact another very important component of their dental health: their gums. Here, we break down this information for our provider’s patients: Why September is National Gum Care Month Different Aspects of Gum Disease How Fixed-Oral Appliances and Removable …

Office Manager Appreciation Month

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Office Manager Appreciation Month Many pieces of the dental team fit together like a puzzle to contribute to the practice’s success, but there are many reasons to recognize dental office managers. Dental office management is the backbone of the dental practice, and the dental office manager has many responsibilities to keep a practice running smoothly, …