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Step-by-Step Guide to Dental Billing & Insurance

Learn the procedures, steps, risks, and requirements for dental billing and insurance. Dental billing is a vital component of any visit to the dentist. Dental billing is the process of generating medical claims to submit to insurance companies for reimbursement for oral health services. The dental biller monitors the claim to guarantee that their employer […]

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Step-by-Step Guide to Orthodontic Appliances

Learn the procedures, steps, risks, and requirements for orthodontic appliances. Orthodontic appliances help braces work faster and better. In dental care, they help fix alignment issues. These oral-health tools are often a necessary step on your patient’s journey to an ideal smile. Dental Assistants might take dental impressions to create molds for orthodontic appliances. They […]

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Step-by-Step Guide to Taking Dental Impressions

Learn the procedures, steps, risks, and requirements for taking dental impressions. Dental impressions are a unique tool in the field of dentistry. They are often used to take imprints of your teeth, gums, and other oral structures. Without dental impressions, you wouldn’t be able to protect your teeth or improve your smile. They can also […]

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Step-by-Step Guide to Preparing Patients for Surgery

Learn the procedures, steps, risks, and requirements for preparing patients for surgery. Oral surgeon’s assistants, or Dental Assistants, work with patients and assist during dental procedures. One of their primary duties is to help prepare patients for surgery. This ensures that the oral surgeon receives support before, during, and after each procedure. It’s also vital […]

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Step-by-Step Guide to Sterilizing Equipment

Learn the procedures, steps, risks, and requirements for sterilizing equipment. Equipment sterilization is perhaps the most critical procedure in healthcare. The need for sterilization may sound obvious, but it’s a step that cannot be skipped. In dental care, a medical professional disinfects the equipment with either steam, dry heat, or unsaturated chemical vapor. This procedure […]

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Step-by-Step Guide to Dental X-rays

Learn the procedures, steps, risks, and requirements for dental X-rays. Dental X-rays are a simple yet highly effective tool in oral health care. They are just as vital as regular teeth cleanings and checkups. Dental X-rays, or radiographs, are images of your teeth that offer clues to your overall health. Mastering this skill will provide […]