As a dentist or orthodontist, it is important to be aware of the H1N1 virus and the dangers it can carry.  Using the proper type of mask can help to stop the spread of swine flu and also keep you and your patient’s healthier long term.  The following article will explain N95 masks and their role in slowing the swine flu epidemic.

How serious is the risk of the H1N1 swine flu? The H1N1 Virus, also known as “Swine Flu,” has already claimed the lives of some United States citizens.  Many in Mexico have been killed by the swine flu virus, as well, and the infection rates continue rise up each and every day.  How can you protect yourself from the H1N1 virus this cold season?  Many believe that an N95 mask can offer a viable shield.

There are many types of masks available that do not protect against the H1N1 flu.  Some surgical, isolation, and dental masks offer no protection from the swine flu pandemic.  In August of 2009, the CDC in collaboration with the WHO released a statement that suggested the N95 mask could be used as valid protection against the H1N1 Swine Flu Virus.

A 3M N95 mask is technically an n95 particulate respirator mask.  The N95 respirator mask is designed to provide protection from body fluid and blood penetration.  The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health agrees with the above statement, as they also believe that the N95 masks works effectively against Swine Flu.  The N95 mask, when properly used, can filter germs from the breath and put a halt to the spread of the H1N1 virus.

According to information released by UCLA, N95 is made by various manufacturers under different names (the 3M N95 being one of many).  The “N95″ is a simple government efficiency rating indicating that the mask blocks just about 95% of all particles that are at least .3 microns in size.

When using a 3M N95 Respirator Mask, or any N95 masks, certain guidelines should be followed.  First off, the mask should be removed and discarded immediately if it becomes physically damaged.  Second, masks should be disposed of as “bio hazard” waste and the user should always wash their hands immediately upon disposal.  Masks are only effective if they fit properly and are worn according to instructions.  While wearing an N95 respirator mask, be sure to avoid touching the eyes and nose, also, as these can be quick routes to infection.

The N95 disposable mask comes in five different models and several designs.  The earloop facemask design offers a standard tie on surgical mask.  The N95 surgical dust mask helps to protect from not only germs and birdflu, but also airborne dust particles.  The N95 disposable filter mask is has an activated carbon filter, and can also protect against airborne allergens.  Finally, the 3M N95 Surgical Mask, perhaps the best of the bunch, has a flat fold three panel design which offers a most comfortable fit.  This mask can be used during surgery to help protect against airborne particulates.

Whichever N95 mask you decide on, it is important to follow instructions and insure that the fit is proper.  Even with a swine flu vaccine, the swine flu virus must be avoided proactively, and the n95 particulate mask might just be the best option.  It should be noted that Sklar Disinfectant Spray is another viable option for killing H1N1.  Also, try the DCA Disinfectant Ear Loop Mask on for size.

ST. PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – It is said that the happiest days of a boat owner’s life are the day he buys the boat and the day he sells it.The same tends to be true for children who gets braces- the excitement soon is replaced by eagerness to complete the treatment.

There are several strategies and appliances St. Paul, Minnesota orthodontist Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth uses to make treatment as quick and effective as possible. One tool in her arsenal is heat-activated nickel-titanium arch wires.Once locked into the metal or ceramic brackets on a patient’s teeth, the temperature inside the mouth causes these arch wires to warm, according to the Colgate Web site (http://www.colgateprofessional.com/patienteducation/Bringing-Teeth-into-Alignment-with-Orthodontic-Treatment/article). This warmth enables the arch wire to apply constant pressure on the teeth to gradually shift them into alignment.

How is that beneficial? When a heat-activated arch wire is bent and then secured into place along misaligned teeth, the mouth’s heat activates the arch wire and causes it to gradually spring back to its original shape, moving the teeth into proper position along the way, said Eisenhuth, a St. Paul braces expert.

3M Unitek pioneered the use of nickel-titanium, also referred to as Nitinol, in orthodontic arch wires more than 20 years ago, the company’s San Antonio Business Journal.

Nitinol- Definition and History
As was mentioned earlier, Nitinol’s use in orthodontics comes from technology developed by NASA. Nitinol is an alloy of nickel and titanium that belongs to a class of materials called shaped memory alloys, according to John Iovine of www.talkingelectronics.com ( http://www.talkingelectronics.com.au/projects/Nitinol/Nitinol-2.html).

Nitinol contracts when it is heated, which is directly opposite to the reaction of standard metals when heated.

Learn More
If you would like to learn more about orthodontic treatment using heat-activated arch wires, you want to learn more about the Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth’s orthodontic practice or you would like to schedule a consultation with her, please call: (651) 406-8100 or visit her Web site: http://doctorjennifer.com/.

About Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth
Dr. Eisenhuth attended the University of Minnesota Dental School and graduated in the top of her class. She earned the Minnesota Association of Orthodontic Achievement Award and several academic achievement awards. She entered her orthodontic residency at the University of Minnesota and earned a certificate in orthodontics and a Master of Science degree.
Dr. Eisenhuth is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics.
She takes pride in caring for the orthodontic needs of residents in the Twin Cities- St. Paul and Minneapolis, and their surrounding regions, including Mendota Heights, Inver Grove Heights, Burnsville, Apple Valley and Eagan, Minnesota.
Her office is located at 3340 Sherman Court, Eagan, Minn., 55121.

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ST. PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – October is National Orthodontic Health Month and Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth’s Eagan orthodontics practice is getting a jump start on promoting braces-friendly snacks for patients in honor of the month.

October can be a busy time of year for Eisenhuth, an Eagan orthodontist , due to the sticky treats patients often are tempted to partake in during Halloween festivities, she said. Chewy, sticky candies and damage braces and prolong the treatment process.By gathering some great recipes now, those festivities can be a bit friendlier to patients with braces.

The American Association of Orthodontists teamed up with Food Network personality Chef Michael Chiarello, who hosts “Easy Entertaining with Michael Chiarello,” last year to create some tasty treats that promise not to damage braces.

Last year’s yummy recipes can make this Halloween tasty and safe for Eisenhuth’s patients wearing fixed braces. And for those who wear removable braces such as Invisalign and don’t have to worry about breaking appliances, they still can benefit from these recipes, which don’t include sticky ingredients that lead to acid-producing bacteria and possible tooth decay, said Eisenhuth, who also is an Eagan Invisalign provider.

One recipe patients might try is Chiarello’s Frightfully Fabulous Cupcake Sandwiches.

The following ingredients are needed to make this Halloween treat:

• 1 cup warm water
• 1/3 cup cocoa powder
• 3/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
• 2 cups sifted cake flour
• 1 cup superfine (also known as baker’s) sugar
• 2 tsp. baking soda
• 1/8 tsp. salt
• 1 can of chocolate frosting or chocolate mousse
• 1 container of whipped topping
• Assorted braces-friendly candy pieces, such as chopped peanut butter cups, melt-in-your-mouth candies and chocolate bars.

Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Prepare a muffin tin with 12 cupcake liners; set aside. Combine cocoa powder and water and mix until smooth. Fold in mayonnaise. (Making sure cocoa mixture isn’t too hot keeps mayonnaise from breaking). Add vanilla and whisk until smooth.

In mixer, combine sugar, cake flour, baking soda and salt and mix together on lower speed. Add cocoa mixture and mix on medium-high until well blended. Scrape down the sides and blend for 30 seconds. Fill the cupcake liners 3/4 full of batter. Bake 30 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean. Remove from oven and cool cupcakes on a rack.

Slice each cupcake horizontally in half and place whipped topping, chocolate mousse or frosting on one side. Sprinkle with candy pieces and place the other half of the cupcake on top.

This recipe makes 12 sandwiches. Additonal recipes ideal for people who wear braces are available at www.bracescookbook.com.

Learn More
If you would like more information about Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth or are interested in scheduling a free consultation, visit her Web site, http://doctorjennifer.com/ , or call (651) 406-8100. Dr. Eisenhuth’s office is located at 3340 Sherman Ct. in Eagan.

About Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth
Dr. Eisenhuth attended the University of Minnesota Dental School and graduated in the top of her class. She earned the Minnesota Association of Orthodontic Achievement Award and several academic achievement awards. She entered her orthodontic residency at the University of Minnesota and earned a certificate in orthodontics and a Master of Science degree.
Dr. Eisenhuth is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics.
She takes pride in caring for the orthodontic needs of residents in the Twin Cities- St. Paul and Minneapolis, and their surrounding regions, including Mendota Heights, Inver Grove Heights, Burnsville, Apple Valley and Eagan, Minnesota.
Her office is located at 3340 Sherman Court, Eagan, Minn., 55121.

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Here is the text of an an Interview I recently did with Dr. Torunn Birkeland that you might find interesting:

Dr Dean Brandon is a Pediatric Dentist who runs a dental practice in Huntsville, Alabama. He is also one of the most popular dental bloggers online. Visit his blog Pediatric Dentistry- a blog dedicated to Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics.

We give you this interview, to start off a series of interviews to present some insight into dentistry - with interviews of dentists, dental bloggers and others within the dental field.

1. Dr Brandon, you have one of the most extensive online blogs about dentistry and your speciality, pediatric dentistry, in particular. When and how did the interest for dental health and kids first start out for you ?

Early on in college I knew wanted to be involved in medicine and/or dentistry. The science and biology of it all fascinated me. Even before entering dental school, I knew I wanted to work with children either as an orthodontist or pediatric dentist.

2. You've been online for four years now with your blog and you have a wonderful way of combining your obvious passion for dentistry with easy to read, interesting topics that everyone can relate to. Why did you start blogging ? You've also been teaching at the University of Alabama. Do you think blogging and teaching ("bringing the message across in an understandable way") has helped you in your communication with patients as well?

I started the blog in 2006 when blogging was in it's infancy. I noticed how an obscure small profession could communicate through blogging. Not only as a marketing tool, but to educate. A blog is a conversation, not a lecture. The experience of dealing with patients (and parents) every day helps me with the way I write the blog.

The wording I use in talking with patients is the one I try to use in the blog, just as if I were talking right to them face to face. A technical boring academic dissertation on a topic would not communicate what you need to say---not in the office, and not in a blog. I do not do much "teaching" at the school anymore as our private practice takes all of my time these days.

3. You just moved to a new office in Madison, Alabama. How is a normal day in your office and what do you enjoy the most about your job? What do you find most challenging ?

As far as what we do pretty much every day, see my most recent post on that. I love the variety. Most jobs/professions are basically the same thing over and over again day after day. There is some of that, but it seems every moment there is some new intellectually challenging situation.

We constantly are moving from room to room, patient to patient. Each child that walks in the door is different. We love our new office. It helps that both offices are fairly new and basically the same layout. I made a short tour video so our patients would be able to see the new office even before their appointment. My kids helped me film the thing and it took some time to put it all together, but it was a great fun.

4. This is a common question : as an experienced pediatric dentist, how do you deal with kids that are afraid of/concerned about going to the dentist and if you were to give parents some advice on how to approach this, what would your top tips be ?

There are many posts on this subject in the blog. I have a lot on those topics there. Most of the time it's a combination of things. Diagnosing the child's general way of dealing with things, as children are sometimes very different. Some are naturally head-strong, some are always nervous and some are go with the flow. If we do things in a certain order, in a certain way, saying the right things, things generally go quite well. Sometimes we do need pharmacologic modalities (medications or even general anesthesia) to get complicated treatment accomplished, but generally, most things are not difficult.
So, as a parent, let the pediatric dentist do his thing. Do not relate your bad experiences or use scary words. It all comes down to two basic things. One, children are not little adults-you do not treat them as you would an adult. Kids are just kids-and you cannot really reason with the unreasonable (especially two year olds).

Secondly, the secret is: kids are not really difficult at all, its the parents that demand the most attention and cause the most stress. They bring strong personalities, expectations, past experiences and anxieties. They can be almost over-loving sometimes.It often helps if the parent lets their child be somewhat independent. If we have a child as a patient at a very young age and they come often and have minimal interference from parental anxieties, they will be great patients.

5. One last question : we also try to give some tips on dental insurance and dental plans at this site. There is a debate around the need for dental insurance vs. just discount dental plans. Do you have any particular personal views on this ?

I have mixed views on dental insurance. In general it is good for people with lots of treatment needs. It allows people to get work done that might not be financially possible otherwise. At the same time, as a general principle, insurance should only be for catastrophic situations-death, cancer, a major car accident, the rare but potentially financially devastating situation. Dentistry is more routine and would best be handled without insurance.
People often forget that an employer chooses to give them dental insurance in leu of a higher paycheck. Sometimes, I think it would be better for an employee to have the higher paycheck and use that money to deal with dental expenses. Remember, an insurance company is a middleman between you and your doctor, that can be a problem. Also, it is usually the employer that bought the policy and is the customer of the insurance company, not the employee.

Still, if it is offered anyways by the employer, I think it is can be a good thing, so long as the patient understands the limitations of their specific policy. It is very sad to me when a patient decides not to have recommended treatment done because their insurance policy "does not pay for that." There is always a concern with finances, but I think we as a practice have failed to communicate the real need for the treatment if that happens. No dental insurance policy pays for everything.

Link here to see original interview posting:
Original Interview post on Dr. Birkeland's blog

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Segmentation is a tool that marketers use to identify target markets. Increasingly, purchasing managers are using the segmentation approach to determine which suppliers are the most critical to the goals of the organization.

Market Segmentation is based on low level targeting. Rather than targeting “Dentists” in general, dental industry marketers might target “Orthodontists” if they are promoting a product such as “arch wire” for braces. Hitting small niche target groups rather than a broad spectrum of less similar people is the key. Purchasing managers are beginning to use the same principals in their efforts to buy the most relevant products possible. For example, if a company sells orthodontic pliers, and their best seller is the “Adams Plier,” they will likely look for a supplier who not only carries the adams plier, but, does so at a low cost when compared to its competition. This same company will likely carry most of the other pliers that they need for standard orthodontic inventory, if they already carry the adams plier. This distributer can then be used as a supplier who offers all targeted products utilized by an orthodontist.

Another example can be seen when we look at plier racks. Plier racks are vast and can come in many different forms. However, some types of racks are more expensive, and some, are much more popular than others. If the most popular rack in the industry is determined to be the “plier caddy”, than one has no reason to sell and market other racks at the price point. The purchaser will see a specific supplier as one that is deep in the dental industry – to the point where they are only servicing orthodontists, and not all dentists in general. He will then likely find the supplier with the best price and service with regards to a particular product; in this case, a plier caddy.

The levels of risk associated with company purchases range from low to high – buying process for a risky purchase differs from the process for a routine purchase. The buying process for a routine purchase, such as most low cost items for example, is not nearly as stringent as that for high a risk purchase. For example, if one were to buy ring ligatures, or rubber bands for braces, the buying process would tend to be fairly simple and low in risk. Ring ligatures, rubber bands, and latex examination gloves are all very similar in look, quality, and price. Making a bad decision about ring ligatures is pretty tough, and even if you do make the wrong choice, it’s not going to affect your practice to a large degree. This can be seen as a low risk purchasing decision.

A product along the lines of brackets (for braces), though, can be a major decision. When an orthodontist puts braces on someone, the brackets used to secure the archwire are typically in the individual’s mouth for months, or even years. Buying a higher quality bracket is very important, because breaks can occur very easily with cheap product. If a bracket breaks, the orthodontist must fix it, and do so at no cost in many cases. This, cab be seen as a complete waste of time, resources, and money. When you look at the big picture, it makes a lot more sense to research brackets, find several suppliers, and determine which grade and price will be beneficial to your practice. A poor decision made in a risky purchase can end up costing the company a lot more in the end, even if the initial buy is low in cost compared to the alternative. High quality brackets are the only way to go when you are looking to make orthodontic purchases.

The Dental Industry business that I am pursuing is using an online auction for selecting a provider of services, and it is reasonably high in importance to the buying company. My company sells solutions that are varied with many value added features when compared to the competition. Is this online auction a benefit or hindrance to the both the buyer and seller? Why?

The answer? This auction is a benefit to both the seller and the buyer. This is because the business that we are looking to win is high in importance. Though our solutions are varied and offer a lot of added value, we clearly need a provider of services if we want to take the next step in revenue earnings. The fact that they have importance in the Dental Industry indicates to me that there is true brand recognition associated with this business. Brand recognition is a benefit because it brings validity to all companies associated with it, including ours, in this case. When a brand is well known in and good standing, being seen as a partner to that brand can build increased awareness and understanding.

The auction is also beneficial because of its platform – it’s an auction. We can go in with a set price floor and ceiling in mind. Typically, auctions tend to work out better for the buyer (they usually get something at a lower than retail rate), and even if this auction doesn’t, we can pack up, move along, and find a different business to win. All in all, I think this is beneficial to the dental company as well, since they are auctioning their service, and can always use the option of a “reserve price” to get the amount of money that they are hoping to.

Long Term Agreements

A dental or orthodontic company’s purchasing manager can decide to enter into a long term agreement for certain purchases. What factors are to be considered in this decision? Is this always a less expensive way of buying?

A purchasing manager might decide to lock into a long term agreement due to pricing. Typically, the longer the business contract, the lower the unit price will be in the Dental Industry. Also, sometimes locking in a low price is crucial, since all prices tend to go up over time. The factors to consider here would be the pricing tears based on the length of the agreement, the projected sales of the items into the future, and the ramifications for breaking the contract if necessary.

Though a long term agreement in dentistry is typically a less expensive way of buying, it can sometimes cost a business more in the long term. For instance, if a product is unsatisfactory, if shipments are slow, and if quantities are unstable, a business can actually lose money with long term pricing agreements. This is why it is sometimes necessary for a company to release itself from the restraints of a contract.

Supply Chain Management

Companies are always looking for a good deal on purchases. They tend to focus on price only and ignore other factors. What impact can Supply Chain Management have on prices and what is the business value proposition in the dental and orthodontic world?

Supply chain management can impact prices in many ways. Firstly, supply and demand can and do alter prices all of the time in the marketplace. Manufacturing lulls, recalls, and even defects on less expensive items can actually end up costing a company a lot more long term. Even though they are spending less up front, they could be dishing out a lot more to recall items or create make-good opportunities. Just look at Topps, a hamburger company who filed bankruptcy after a hamburger meat recall in 2007.

The business value proposition is typically one of “the lowest pricing” available when we talk about buying items based on costs alone. Since many companies research and buy on price, this can be beneficial. When we look at value, however, the business proposition can be rendered into something more along the lines of “the only solution you’ll ever need” for a specific industry; or more, it can give birth to an opportunity to price your products at the industry ceiling, rather than the floor. Higher ticket items usually yield higher profits in most industries, including dentistry; just look at invisalign braces and professional teeth whitening procedures as examples of this.

Cross-functional Sourcing Teams

Cross-function sourcing teams are typically a good idea. This is because they can go in a look at things that can make or break a business. Choosing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and enforcing contract commitments are all tasks handled by these teams. Thus, the pros for having them include a vast amount of research within the Dental Industry, the ability to buy at lower costs based on negotiation and manipulation, and the confidence that a contract will remain in place until all requirements have been satisfied. Some of the cons could be seen as missed opportunities with single suppliers who could offer substantial value and frustrations within client relations due to past agreements and forfeitures.

Corporate Purchasing Units – Dental Purchasing

How do the concepts of centralized corporate purchasing units differ from decentralized corporate buyers in the dental world? Is this an important concept for the marketer to understand? Why?

With centralized corporate purchasing units, a central department controls all of the purchasing which occurs inside of a business. This tends to reduce the duplication of effort, enables more effective inventory control, and purchases in volume for discounts. It can also consolidate transport loads for reduced costs and develop stronger business relationships with clients.

Decentralized purchasing units tend to be much of the opposite. The purchases are managed from more than one location, and it is much more difficult to save money via load consolidations and load volume discounts. Inventory control is also not as efficient with this model, as inventory is being placed and pulled by several parties at the same time. Without a proper ERP solution, this can prove problematic. This is important for a dental industry company to understand, because they must know how to promote the product. Knowing whether purchasing units are centralized or decentralized can dictate the difference in marketing in bulk, and based on geography.

A dental impression is essentially an accurate depiction of a patient’s mouth.  It typically involves an imprint of the teeth or gums, usually in wax or plaster.  A dental impression creates a negative of the teeth, which is then used to make a custom model or cast for a particular procedure.  Usually, impression material is placed into a tray in it’s liquid form – it sets and becomes an elastic solid once removed from the patient’s mouth.  The video below simplifies dental impressions, and gives information on procedure and best practices:

Shortage of Dentists in Kansas

Kansas might be facing a dental shortage over the next 3 to 5 years, some sources report.  The Kansas Department of Health and Environment also seems to be in agreement with this statement.

Currently, 91 of the state’s 115 counties are listed as having serious issues with shortages in the dentistal industry.  Kansas Department of Health and Environment director Dr. Katherine Weno feels that the dental workforce is getting older, and that finding young, viable replacements, is becoming harder and harder.  Dental recruitment in Kansas in not what it once was.  “We do not have a dental school in Kansas, so we don’t have a ready pipeline of dentists that come into the state every year. We have to recruit dentists from out of state,” said Weno.

Most of the states graduates, Weno explained, go on to the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry.  “Trying to recruit them back to rural counties if they are not from rural areas is particularly difficult, so that’s why we have a lot of issues with work force shortages in rural counties in western Kansas,” she said, indicating that the major issues are in less populated parts of Kansas.

Other findings in the report show that the average age of a Kansas dentist is 50, and, the older dentists tend to practice in less densely populated areas.  It appears as though only 25% of dentists who graduate from urban high schools practice dentistry or orthodontics in a rural setting.  Furthermore, most dentists who do practice in Kansas, claim that it is simply because of their family ties and the low cost of living within the state’s boundaries.  The Office of Local and Rural Health indicated that 57 Kansas counties don’t have enough dentists who accept Medicare, or, help to treat low income patients.

Julie Branstrom, Executive President of the Douglas County Dental Clinic, aims to serve low income residents.  “I think our county would be in bigger trouble if the clinic wasn’t here,” said Branstrom. “If the clinic wasn’t serving Medicaid patients, I honestly don’t know where people would go because I can count on one hand the number of dentists in Lawrence that take Medicaid.”  Through August of this year, the clinic had over 4,000 appointments; a nine percent increase over the previous year.  They have also seen an increase in the number of uninsured patients who seek treatment at the lowest price level – a staggering 26% of all dental patients.

Kansas State Health Officer, Dr. Jason Eberhart-Phillips, is concerned by these findings, also.  He believes that poor oral health is connected to a wealth of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes.

As of now, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment is planning to assemble a dental work force cabinet, which will work in assisting new dentists, and, recruiting new ones to ultimately enter the field of dentistry or orthodontics.  They recently learned that they will be awarded a grant worth $355,153 in federal funding to create an oral health professional recruitment program.   They hope to now be able to offer high school students a true incentive to graduate, go to dental school, and practice in the less populate areas of Kansas.

By: Paul Guenther

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