• https://www.ada.org/resources/research/science-and-research-institute/oral-health-topics/amalgam-separators Accessed February 22, 2023. (cdc.gov)
  • NEW YORK , Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Torch Dental , a leading technology platform for dental supply discovery, ordering and spend management, is thrilled to announce an endorsement by VDA Member Perks, the official product and services program of the Virginia Dental Services Corporation (VDSC), a subsidiary of the Virginia Dental Association (VDA). (valleycentral.com)
  • As of June 30, 2023, Sun Life had total assets under management of C$1.37 trillion. (kdvr.com)
  • On February 1, 2023, New York Governor Kathy Hochul released the New York State Executive Budget for fiscal year 2024 (the Budget), which included a proposal impacting what were previously standard healthcare transactions in the state. (dlapiper.com)
  • The CommBank 2023 GP Insights Report examines how practices are responding to the operational, financial, and patient-led forces that are reshaping primary care. (williambuck.com)
  • The global demand for Dental Practice Management Software Market is presumed to reach the market size of nearly USD 8.49 BN by 2030 from USD 3.49 BN in 2022 with a CAGR of 11.75% under the study period 2023 - 2030. (valuemarketresearch.com)
  • India is a Registered Dental Hygienist, Independent Compliance Consultant, & Authorized OSHA Trainer who provides continuing education courses for dental healthcare providers to improve their knowledge of infection prevention & safety in the workplace environment. (osap.org)
  • The Center for Oral Health will have a Dentist and a Registered Dental Hygienist onsite to provide dental care services. (inlandempire.us)
  • Mr. Hansen, together with Patrick Braatz, Executive Director of the Oregon State Board of Dentistry and Dr. Paul Kleinstub, Chief Investigator and Dental Director for the Oregon Board of Dentistry, addressed recent trends and cases before the Board of Dentistry. (schwabe.com)
  • We believe this partnership will empower our members to embrace the future of dentistry and continue to provide the highest standards of oral health. (valleycentral.com)
  • A general admission exam, called the Dental Admission Test (DAT) is required of those applying for dentistry programs. (pleasantonweekly.com)
  • The American Dental Education Association (ADEA), which administers the dental school application service, requires a statement of no more than 4,500 characters (including spaces), which must tell a story that illustrates your personal qualities, aspirations, and reasons for pursuing dentistry. (pleasantonweekly.com)
  • It may interest you to know that the ADEA has identified six competencies essential for practicing dentistry. (pleasantonweekly.com)
  • We are the recognized leader for excellence in member services and advocacy promoting oral health and the profession of dentistry. (cda.org)
  • The program is assessed against the six National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards, applicable to dentistry . (qip.com.au)
  • Follow my thoughts and travels as I practice, write, lecture, tinker, and experiment with technology and technology in dentistry. (feedburner.com)
  • Dentistry's Morning Briefing e-newsletter by Dentistry IQ magazine is a daily roundup of timely content related to the dental industry and links to informative posts and articles. (excelsior.edu)
  • It currently provides dentists who have had limited dental leadership opportunities and have not held a senior leadership role in dentistry, with a unique opportunity to spend 12 months in a national healthcare-affiliated organisation outside of dental practice to develop their skills in leadership, management, strategy, project management, and health policy. (createsend.com)
  • In the specific field of dentistry it was possible meet spaces of acting extra clinic of the dental-surgeon and their performance in ambulatory and hospital care focused on prevention, health promotion and rehabilitation in the context of AIDS and Viral Hepatitis. (bvsalud.org)
  • Dr. Metcalf, assistant professor of geography at the State University of New York (SUNY) at Buffalo, will develop a portfolio of systems science models depicting the dynamic relationships among factors at the individual, interpersonal, and community scales that are involved in shaping participants' utilization of oral health-care services. (dentistryiq.com)
  • Using system dynamics modeling, the investigators seek to advance research that began in 2010 when the NIDCR and the OBSSR awarded Dr. Northridge a two-year, $431,914 grant to examine the oral health of medically and dentally underserved Hispanic and African-American older adult participants in a New York City oral health outreach initiative sponsored by the Eldersmile Program of the Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. (dentistryiq.com)
  • Dr. Northridge found that edentulism (the condition of lacking teeth) - a key measure of oral health - was 27.3% among adults 65 and over nationally, compared with 19.5% for adults 65 and over participating in the Eldersmile program, which provides oral health education, screening, and treatment referrals, as well as hypertension and diabetes screenings and referrals at more than 50 senior centers in the Harlem and Washington Heights/Inwood neighborhoods. (dentistryiq.com)
  • How the underserved group overcame barriers like lower education levels and higher poverty rates to successfully take advantage of dental services and achieve better oral health than the U.S. national average is an intriguing question," Dr. Northridge remarked. (dentistryiq.com)
  • They are more likely to have dental disease, get late-stage diagnoses from lack of regular dental care, and spend more time and money dealing with resulting oral health issues. (kdvr.com)
  • Together, we champion better oral health care for all Californians. (cda.org)
  • Many people tend to give their oral health a back seat and only visit a dentist when they are completely in bad shape. (fooyoh.com)
  • With this in mind, and in an effort to spread uniformity for authors, educators, practitioners, oral health care students and others who need to know dental-related abbreviations, symbols and acronyms, the ADA has compiled a list, reflecting common current usage. (ada.org)
  • Andy has raised over $3 million as an auctioneer for OSAP, DTA, ADHA, ADAA, and Oral Health America, earning him the informal title, The Dental Industry Auctioneer. (osap.org)
  • July 8, 2020, the California Department of Public Health Office of Oral Health released an Interim Protocol for Preventative Dental Care during COVID-19 in Public Health Settings: Reducing Aerosols and Educating Patients . (cityofpasadena.net)
  • To improve oral health outcomes for children and families in Pasadena by educating residents and increasing access to preventive services through organized community efforts. (cityofpasadena.net)
  • All children and families in Pasadena are free from oral diseases, utilize preventive care, and understand the connection between oral health and overall health. (cityofpasadena.net)
  • Oral health is essential to overall health. (cityofpasadena.net)
  • Although safe and effective methods exist to improve oral health and prevent disease, many Americans still suffer from poor oral health. (cityofpasadena.net)
  • The Pasadena Local Oral Health Program was established in 2018 through funding from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). (cityofpasadena.net)
  • CDPH allocated funds to all local health jurisdictions to implement oral health programs using funds from the California Healthcare, Research and Prevention Tobacco Tax Act of 2016 (Proposition 56). (cityofpasadena.net)
  • The CDPH Office of Oral Health established the 2018-2028 California Oral Health Plan to guide oral health improvement efforts across the state. (cityofpasadena.net)
  • The Pasadena Local Oral Health Program strives to implement local activities supporting the California Oral Health Plan, with a focus on improving oral health within our unique community. (cityofpasadena.net)
  • Poor oral health can affect all aspects of a child's life, from what they eat to how they look to how they communicate with peers. (cityofpasadena.net)
  • The Pasadena Local Oral Health Program conducted an Oral Health Needs Assessment to understand the state of oral health in Pasadena and establish baseline measures to evaluate progress over time. (cityofpasadena.net)
  • The findings informed the selection of community priorities for improving oral health in Pasadena. (cityofpasadena.net)
  • BIG BEAR, CA - Bear Valley Community Healthcare District is pleased to announce that they will be partnering with The Center for Oral Health in the re-opening of the Rural Health Clinic to provide dental services to local residents. (inlandempire.us)
  • In February 2016, BVCHD was approached by The Center for Oral Health in hopes of partnering to re-open the dental clinic and begin providing services to the community again. (inlandempire.us)
  • The Center for Oral Health was founded in 1985 and has a long standing history in providing needed dental services to vulnerable populations. (inlandempire.us)
  • Due to inclement weather, BVCHD and The Center for Oral Health are planning a soft launch once the doors are open, and then scheduling a ribbon cutting event on February 24, 2017. (inlandempire.us)
  • The Center for Oral Health (COH) is a public service provider and public health think tank that translates oral health science into public policy and oral health care practice management recommendations, to improve access to care and health outcomes. (inlandempire.us)
  • COH is recognized as a pioneer oral health think tank, and as a practice incubator. (inlandempire.us)
  • Since its inception in 1985, COH has provided an independent voice to advance oral health knowledge, inform public policy, and inspire better healthcare delivery practices. (inlandempire.us)
  • COH is focused on the development of innovative, cost effective and equitable community-based solutions to improve access to oral health care and eliminate disparities in access to health. (inlandempire.us)
  • COH is a leader in oral health care delivery outside of the traditional dental care delivery models and addressing the needs of underserved communities. (inlandempire.us)
  • the graying of the world's population is predicted to produce millions of individuals with systemic medical conditions that can affect oral health and dental treatment. (medscape.com)
  • Sweeney, a former dental hygienist, now works with Goldberg in the company's marketing department, helping dental practices build and grow their businesses. (excelsior.edu)
  • For 20 years, she was a dental hygienist until a severe injury left her unable to work for two years. (excelsior.edu)
  • On 16 March 2020, the American Dental Association (ADA) has advised dentists to postpone all elective procedures. (wikipedia.org)
  • In spring 2020, Excelsior College student Merideth Sweeney of Woodland Hills, California, began a virtual internship with Posturedontics, a dental ergonomics company focused on evidence-based ergonomic therapies for dental professionals. (excelsior.edu)
  • For example, through our DentaQuest business, we're the largest provider of dental benefits for Medicaid programs in the U.S. and have seen firsthand the challenges that exist when members live in dental deserts - places with too few dentists to serve the region. (kdvr.com)
  • The bill also includes funding for the National Health Service Corps, providing 2,100 scholarships and debt forgiveness for roughly 20,000 doctors, nurses, dentists, mental health providers and other care professionals who commit to working in underserved communities. (kdvr.com)
  • 1,317 patients from 18 dentists took part in a written survey on patient evaluation of dental care. (nih.gov)
  • Accordingly, his practice recently implemented Overjet's artificial intelligence (AI) platform, designed to serve as an objective viewpoint for dentists as they evaluate radiographs on a daily basis. (dentalproductsreport.com)
  • We work with over 1600 medical industry clients in Australia, with our core health client base including General Practitioners , Specialists and Dentists . (williambuck.com)
  • However, most physicians and dentists do not understand that and believe that their interest is worth a pro rata share of the control value of the entire practice. (bvresources.com)
  • We are taking all the biggest dental problems that dentists are facing right now," she says. (excelsior.edu)
  • The ADA has also cataloged many terms used daily by dentists and their staff in the Glossary of Dental Clinical and Administrative Terms . (ada.org)
  • This review focuses on a number of medical problems that dentists might encounter in daily practice that necessitate extra knowledge and care to prevent potential complications causing otherwise unnecessary morbidity and mortality. (medscape.com)
  • Dental aerosols can pose risks to the clinician, staff, and other patients. (wikipedia.org)
  • Due to the close proximity of the dental health care workers to the patients, dental procedures involving aerosol production is not advisable in patients who tested positive for COVID-19 except for emergency dental treatment. (wikipedia.org)
  • 1] It's clear that prospective patients rely on online patient reviews as a key influencer when choosing a new dental care provider. (sesamecommunications.com)
  • If your practice doesn't have a profile on this site you are missing out on hundreds of searches done by prospective patients in your local area. (sesamecommunications.com)
  • Sesame has formed a strategic partnership with Healthgrades, the Internet's largest healthcare information and ratings portal, introducing an effective new way for dental practices to acquire new patients. (sesamecommunications.com)
  • Effective communication and a basic understanding of the Americans with Disabilities Act are important tools to reduce risk and improve care for patients with special needs. (cda.org)
  • Private Dental Practice Accreditation reassures patients and consumers that dental practices are adhering to industry regulations and guidelines and they are committed to quality improvement, patient safety and quality care. (qip.com.au)
  • Accredited dental practices establish a competitive advantage over non-accredited dental practices by promoting the quality and safety of services to patients and the local community. (qip.com.au)
  • Reassures patients and the local community of a health services' commitment to deliver quality-focused services and care. (qip.com.au)
  • Offers confidence to patients of the service delivery and care provided and can assist health services to meet regulatory requirements for funding incentives. (qip.com.au)
  • General satisfaction was high, but patients were critical concerning some aspects of dental care. (nih.gov)
  • The highest statistical correlation to overall satisfaction (willingness to recommend this doctor to friends) showed the patients' assessments concerning the questions whether the doctor was listening to them and took enough time, as well as the result of the dental treatment from the patients' point of view. (nih.gov)
  • Access and cost can be barriers for patients, particularly people who have low incomes, do not have health insurance or have inadequate insurance, have transportation challenges, or live in rural areas where services might not be available. (cdc.gov)
  • SPONSORED] AI for radiographic analysis is a welcomed addition to the practice of Brandon J. Ryff, DDS, and is already proving to enhance quality of care for his patients. (dentalproductsreport.com)
  • Our emphasis on integrating the best technologies into the practice is something patients have almost come to expect. (dentalproductsreport.com)
  • In 2014, the American Heart Association/American College of Cardiology(AHA/ACC) released a revision to its 2008 guidelines for management of patients with valvular heart disease (VHD). (medscape.com)
  • Outreach includes a Faith Community Nurse program that works in tandem with community health workers (CHWs) to find patients with medical and social needs and link them to resources. (ahrq.gov)
  • Our solutions empower patients to take control of their health and enable clinicians to be more productive and engaged. (nextgen.com)
  • Dental practice management software allows for personalized care by maintaining comprehensive patient records, facilitating informed decision-making, and improving communication between dental professionals and patients. (valuemarketresearch.com)
  • Using abbreviations, acronyms and symbols in your charting as you see patients throughout the day is most likely second nature to you and your dental team. (ada.org)
  • The FQHC's 150-plus physicians and mid-level providers care for a total of 50,000 patients over 320,000 visits each year. (histalkpractice.com)
  • We run population health campaigns using our patient engagement service, AthenaCommunicator, to identify and communicate with patients who are due for care and ensure that they come in to receive it. (histalkpractice.com)
  • Hudson Headwaters also has an incredible team of care managers and outreach staff who identify high-risk patients for intervention and who generally ensure smooth care transitions. (histalkpractice.com)
  • Healthcare technology has made coordinating care so much easier for our practice, and it's made the experience of receiving care better for our patients. (histalkpractice.com)
  • It will allow us to define the sorts of care our patients are using and who the most efficient providers of service are. (histalkpractice.com)
  • There are also multiple coding directories for different specialties, such as dental care, mental health and patients with disabilities. (experian.com)
  • California Medical Association has released Guidelines and Recommendations for Reopening the Health Care System proposing several steps that will be instrumental to ensuring the ongoing safety of patients and the health care workforce. (cityofpasadena.net)
  • The dental management of these medically compromised patients can be problematic in terms of oral complications, dental therapy, and emergency care. (medscape.com)
  • In patients that present with problems identified at examination that have not previously been reported to a health care practitioner the dentist can be instrumental in defining potential pathology and making the appropriate referral for additional medical evaluation. (medscape.com)
  • Such patients should be referred for medical assessment prior to dental treatment. (medscape.com)
  • Application of Artificial Intelligence in Assessing the Self-Management Practices of Patients with Type 2 Diabetes. (cdc.gov)
  • Violence and abuse occur across practice settings, with patients as primary perpetrators and direct care staff the primary targets. (cdc.gov)
  • Nurses attribute increasing assaults and abuse to lack of preventive programs and management support, inadequate staffing and security measures, admission of patients with histories of violence, the "free flow of people [into healthcare facilities] and increased aggressiveness of patients and families," short staffing and long waits for service leading to patient frustration. (cdc.gov)
  • Abuse included verbal attacks by physicians and the emotional toll of "constant negative evaluations" by management, labeling them as "malingerers" if injury was not physically apparent, and humiliating them in front of patients and other staff. (cdc.gov)
  • Impact of stress and trauma on physical and emotional health: The stress emanating from the fast pace, overtime, noise from telemetry, fear of potentially dangerous patients, and chronic fatigue is insidious-out of the nurse's immediate awareness-but cumulative, eventually revealing itself in conditions such as dental pain, sleep deprivation, a compromised immune system, and subsequent increased vulnerability to infections and injuries from various exposures. (cdc.gov)
  • Given these potentially serious public health concerns, CDC asks healthcare professionals to be vigilant about suspecting and reporting cases of XDR Shigella infection to their local or state health department and educating patients and communities at increased risk about prevention and transmission. (cdc.gov)
  • The research will involve recent systems science methodological developments enabled by computational advances, which have spurred a body of research on the effects of multiple scales and dimensions on health behaviors and outcomes using sophisticated computer modeling to assist in analyzing the data. (dentistryiq.com)
  • Award-winning EHR/EMR software that delivers better healthcare outcomes for all. (nextgen.com)
  • Learn how NextGen Healthcare continues to revolutionize the healthcare industry and how we're working with medical practices to deliver better outcomes for all. (nextgen.com)
  • Dr. Kunzel, associate professor of clinical dental community health and clinical sociomedical sciences at the Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, will oversee the participant interviews. (dentistryiq.com)
  • As a voluntary, profession-led program, Private Dental Practice Accreditation aims to promote continuous quality improvement, implementation of best practice systems and processes, and reductions to clinical and business risk, while enhancing consumer confidence. (qip.com.au)
  • The 2022 CDC Clinical Practice Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Pain (2022 Clinical Practice Guideline) has expanded guidance on evidence-based nonopioid options for pain. (cdc.gov)
  • For additional information regarding nonopioid therapy approaches for treating acute pain, please refer to Recommendation 1 in the 2022 Clinical Practice Guideline. (cdc.gov)
  • For more detailed guidance on the use of nonopioid medications to treat acute, subacute, and chronic pain, please refer to the 2022 Clinical Practice Guideline . (cdc.gov)
  • NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.--( BUSINESS WIRE )-- Planet DDS , the leading provider of cloud-based dental software, today announced the acquisition of QSIDental from NextGen Healthcare, Inc. QSIDental offers cloud-based dental practice management software and has been a trusted clinical software partner to dental organizations for 40 years. (businesswire.com)
  • As a result, contracts between physician practices and MSOs, non-clinical asset acquisitions of physician practices by MSOs and physician investments in MSOs could all soon be subject to regulatory review and approval in New York. (dlapiper.com)
  • For more Clinical Practice Guidelines, please go to Guidelines . (medscape.com)
  • Use NextGen Healthcare solutions to improve the experience of physicians and other clinical providers at your practice. (nextgen.com)
  • NextGen Healthcare offers integrated health IT solutions and specialty-specific content designed to meet the clinical and financial goals of your practice. (nextgen.com)
  • The Chief Dental Officer's Clinical Fellow Scheme 2021 is accepting applications. (createsend.com)
  • The Chief Dental Officer's Clinical Fellow Scheme was established in 2017 by Sara Hurley. (createsend.com)
  • Dental health care personnel should apply the updated interim guidance as well as the guidance found in the Framework for Healthcare Systems Providing Non-COVID-19 Clinical Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic as they make determinations how and when to resume non-emergency dental care. (cityofpasadena.net)
  • Continuing in-service training, monitoring and evaluation, and integration of cholera management into regular clinical training will help sustain this success. (cdc.gov)
  • and the limited number of health professionals and their lack of experience with cholera treatment all suggested that further spread was not only likely but would have severe clinical consequences. (cdc.gov)
  • In collaboration with the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Haiti Ministère de Santé Publique et de la Population (MSPP) immediately launched a cascading approach to train clinical care providers, using the training-of-trainers approach that has been integral to laboratory and programmatic capacity building in the President's Emergency Program for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) in many countries ( 7 , 8 ). (cdc.gov)
  • With the studies supporting this new technology, Dr Ryff decided to introduce the AI platform into his practice in June 2022. (dentalproductsreport.com)
  • In 2022, she helped OSAP secure CDC grant funding to disseminate antibiotic stewardship resources to dental personnel and led OSAP's first-ever Antibiotic Stewardship Summit. (osap.org)
  • Learn how NextGen Healthcare improves patient access, integrates with your workflow, and helps maintain revenue with our telehealth solutions. (nextgen.com)
  • Find third-party vendors that offer applications that use NextGen Healthcare APIs to easily enable valuable integrations with your organization's NextGen platform. (nextgen.com)
  • Get the most out of your technology with NextGen Healthcare services and support options. (nextgen.com)
  • NextGen Healthcare provides customized solutions to fit the exact needs of ambulatory practices. (nextgen.com)
  • NextGen Healthcare continues to revolutionize the healthcare industry. (nextgen.com)
  • Nextgen Healthcare, Inc. (valuemarketresearch.com)
  • One of the most common forms of valuation engagements involves valuing an equity interest for a buyout of or a buy-in to a professional practice or other small business. (bvresources.com)
  • ADA also developed guidance specific to address dental services during the COVID-19 pandemic. (wikipedia.org)
  • This endorsement marks a significant step forward in the pursuit of dental excellence, combining Torch Dental's cutting-edge platform with the VDA Member Perks' commitment to bringing the best products and services exclusively to members. (valleycentral.com)
  • Dr. Frank Iuorno, Jr. , President of the Virginia Dental Services Corporation, expressed enthusiasm about the endorsement, stating, "This collaboration with Torch Dental aligns perfectly with our mission and provides members with the tools and resources they need to decrease overhead expenses while delivering exceptional patient care. (valleycentral.com)
  • The Virginia Dental Association Members Perks program is run by the Virginia Dental Services Corporation (VDSC), a subsidiary of the Virginia Dental Association (VDA). (valleycentral.com)
  • The mission of the program is to "Power Member Success" by endorsing products and services exclusively to members committed to delivering the highest quality dental care to the communities they serve. (valleycentral.com)
  • The event served as the annual fundraiser for Reach For Youth, Inc. and helped further their mission of providing mental health counseling and other youth development services to their local communities. (blueandco.com)
  • We at Sun Life U.S. applaud the Marshall-Sanders agreement that provides more than $26 billion in funding to support community health centers, expand dental and mental healthcare access within those health centers, strengthen school-based health services, and increase opportunities for nursing and primary care physician training. (kdvr.com)
  • Sun Life is a leading international financial services organization providing asset management, wealth, insurance and health solutions to individual and institutional Clients. (kdvr.com)
  • Represented Progressive Medical, Inc., a pharmacy benefits manager and provider of ancillary healthcare services, in its sale to Stone River. (bakerlaw.com)
  • Under the proposal, the New York Health Department (the Department) would review "material transactions" involving certain healthcare entities, including management services organizations (MSOs) and physician practices (together, the Proposal). (dlapiper.com)
  • As hiring, managing, and compensating employees has become increasingly challenging for small businesses, outsourced healthcare billing and revenue cycle management services is the future for small to mid-size medical and dental practices. (franchiseopportunities.com)
  • Healthcare services is virtually recession-proof and the #1 sector for growth according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor! (franchiseopportunities.com)
  • Therefore, no statement in this report should be construed as an official position of AHRQ or of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. (ahrq.gov)
  • The purpose of the research is to offer models of primary care teams and the associated costs for consideration and discussion by policymakers and providers in the field of health services delivery. (ahrq.gov)
  • Methodist Healthcare Ministries serves a population with high social needs, and in keeping with its mission to provide care that extends into the community, has diversified the services it provides to address social as well as medical issues. (ahrq.gov)
  • Services include medical, mental health, dental, and social services for people who do not have health insurance. (ahrq.gov)
  • Methodist Healthcare Ministries is a private not-for-profit organization that retains one-half ownership in Methodist Healthcare System and has provided more than $550 million in services through its clinics, programs and partnerships. (ahrq.gov)
  • Recognised as some of the leading spokespeople on industry matters, our health services team often presents at conferences and provide media commentary on issues impacting the industry. (williambuck.com)
  • Capital Billing Services Inc is an innovative Dental /Medical Billing, Practice Management & Consulting Company dedicated to providing your practice with the latest reimbursement strategies, information and services available to the health care Industry. (chamberofcommerce.com)
  • This section of the dental practice management software market report provides detailed data on the segments at country and regional level, thereby assisting the strategist in identifying the target demographics for the respective product or services with the upcoming opportunities. (valuemarketresearch.com)
  • Sharing paper charts between all of those care sites was virtually impossible before we implemented cloud-based health IT services. (histalkpractice.com)
  • From 2005 to 2014 the Bear Valley Community Healthcare District provided dental services at the Rural Health Clinic located at 1028 West Big Bear Blvd. Big Bear City. (inlandempire.us)
  • He further stated that dental services would not generate a great deal of income for the District, however, with the new partnership, the District would not lose money either, and it would provide an opportunity to service some of our most vulnerable populations who cannot make the drive off the mountain for needed dental services. (inlandempire.us)
  • COH works through community partnerships to promote cost-effective, comprehensive, and integrated approaches to the delivery of health care services for underserved and vulnerable populations across the globe. (inlandempire.us)
  • Payment by individuals or their family for health care services which are not covered by a third-party payer, either insurance or medical assistance. (bvsalud.org)
  • Partners in Health, Haitian Group for the Study of Kaposi's Sarcoma and Opportunistic Infections, and Catholic Relief Services) for use in their training sessions and was made available by website to all NGOs in Haiti. (cdc.gov)
  • As technology improves and the life span extends, the trend in delivery of health care services is shifting from hospitals to community clinics, provider offices, and home and residential care facilities (Salazar, 1997). (cdc.gov)
  • The availability of informal consultations with hospital physicians reduces the use of employee health services. (cdc.gov)
  • Ageing is becoming a major challenge for Member States in the 21st century as it increases the demand for a variety of health services for the elderly. (who.int)
  • Planet DDS and QSIDental share similar philosophies on the use of technology to deliver more efficient workflows for dental practices, maximize quality of care, and enhance the patient experience. (businesswire.com)
  • ClaimTek is the only company that enables you to work with any Medical or Dental specialty to maximize your chances for success: Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), Urgent Care, Surgical Clinics, Cardiology, Mental/Behavioral Health, Dental Surgeons, Maxillofacial Surgeons, and many more! (franchiseopportunities.com)
  • For this reason, providers should brush up on medical coding and billing best practices to improve claims management and maximize reimbursements. (experian.com)
  • Torch Dental has gained a reputation for its state-of-the-art software solutions designed to streamline dental practice operations, simplify supply ordering, and optimize spending. (valleycentral.com)
  • Their comprehensive suite of tools empowers dental professionals to streamline operations, enhance patient care and optimize productivity. (valleycentral.com)
  • Dental practice management software is a specialized software system designed to streamline and automate the administrative and operational tasks of dental practices. (valuemarketresearch.com)
  • Dental professionals are seeking tools that can optimize workflows, reduce administrative burdens, and enhance productivity. (valuemarketresearch.com)
  • With automated claims management , medical coding and billing teams can optimize their workflows, submit cleaner claims, and get insights into the root causes of denials. (experian.com)
  • This acquisition enhances our ability to deliver top-rated cloud-based software to more dental practices across North America, and we are excited to welcome QSIDental team members and customers into the Planet DDS family. (businesswire.com)
  • Planet DDS is the leading provider of cloud-enabled dental software solutions serving over 10,000 practices in North America with over 60,000 users. (businesswire.com)
  • Planet DDS is committed to creating value for its dental practice clients by solving the most urgent challenges facing today's dental practices in North America. (businesswire.com)
  • This section covers the regional outlook, which accentuates current and future demand for the Dental Practice Management Software market across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. (valuemarketresearch.com)
  • In 2016, Dr Ryff, a University of Michigan graduate, purchased the practice, which has been around since 1960. (dentalproductsreport.com)
  • Team members visited the practice on April 29, 2016. (ahrq.gov)
  • She completed a 1-year general practice residency at a VA Hospital in 2016, a Dental Public Health residency in 2018, and a MMSc in Dental Education at Harvard School of Dental Medicine in 2019. (osap.org)
  • BVCHD's CFO, Garth Hamblin stated at the November 2016 Business Board meeting that he believed opening the Rural Health Clinic was "the right thing to do. (inlandempire.us)
  • Represented one of the Ohio State practice groups in its affiliation with OSUP in connection with its consolidation of its faculty practice plan and in connection with separation from the remaining physicians who decided not to join OSUP. (bakerlaw.com)
  • Andy Whitehead has been involved in the dental industry for more than 50 years, holding executive positions in dental distribution and manufacturing organizations focusing on dental infection prevention and control and safety. (osap.org)
  • Andy's fundraising capabilities were critical in developing the OSAP-DALE Foundation Dental Infection Prevention and Control Certificate Program™, the CDIPC® certification, and the DISIPC® certification - the first of its kind. (osap.org)
  • The nominee's efforts have resulted in tangible benefits to the continuing advancement of OSAP's mission to be the leading provider of infection prevention and control education, training, and credentialing that supports safe dental visits. (osap.org)
  • The goal of the Emerging Leaders Award is to help develop and promote the next generation of stars in the field of dental infection prevention and safety by identifying outstanding new infection control advocates. (osap.org)
  • The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) has updated the Interim Infection Prevention and Control Guidance for Dental Settings During the COVID-19 Response with guidance for resuming non-emergency dental care during the COVID-19 pandemic. (cityofpasadena.net)
  • Thus, prevention strategies, safe work practices, and health and safety programs do not belong in hospitals. (cdc.gov)
  • Thankfully, Senators Roger Marshall and Bernie Sanders worked diligently to introduce a bipartisan bill that will bolster the healthcare workforce and create greater access to care for people across the country in a cost-effective way. (kdvr.com)
  • New Models of Primary Care Workforce and Financing Case Example #8: Methodist Healthcare Ministries: Wesley Health & Wellness Center. (ahrq.gov)
  • The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) contracted with Abt Associates and its partners, the MacColl Center for Health Care Innovation and Bailit Health Purchasing, to conduct research on innovative ways to configure primary care workforce teams that can deliver fully comprehensive, high-quality care to the U.S. population. (ahrq.gov)
  • To explore existing innovative workforce configurations, AHRQ and the Abt project team conducted a literature review, explored extant data sources, convened a Technical Expert Workgroup of national experts in primary care workforce, and conducted site visits to primary care practices with innovative workforce configurations. (ahrq.gov)
  • The case example report that follows provides an in-depth look at the workforce configuration of Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas, Inc. (Methodist Healthcare Ministries), based on observations and interviews at the Wesley Health & Wellness Center (located at 1406 Fitch St., San Antonio, TX 78211). (ahrq.gov)
  • Represented Doctors Hospital in its acquisition of a number of physician practices. (bakerlaw.com)
  • Citing a "proliferation of large physician practices being managed by entities that are investor-backed" through transactions not subject to comprehensive state review and oversight, unlike other healthcare entities regulated by the Department, the Proposal intends to "track and monitor the impact of these transactions on cost, quality, access, equity, and competition. (dlapiper.com)
  • If passed by the New York Legislature (the Legislature), the Proposal would require healthcare entities - namely, physician practices, MSOs, non-insurance subsidiaries and affiliates of insurance companies - to file a written notice and an application of any "material transaction. (dlapiper.com)
  • If the Proposal passes, physician practices and MSOs must ensure that business relationships are structured to carefully navigate the changed landscape as the law will require these entities, who have historically entered into business relationships with limited or no regulatory scrutiny, to now undergo a detailed review and approval process prior to finalizing material transactions. (dlapiper.com)
  • Assisted with the Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center purchase of Summa Health System Orthopaedics (sale and joint venture), representing Summa. (bakerlaw.com)
  • Represented Holzer Clinic Inc., a large multi-specialty physician group, in an acquisition by Holzer Consolidated Health System, structured as a reverse merger. (bakerlaw.com)
  • The Health System also acquired the real estate assets and several joint ventures held in separate entities affiliated with Holzer Clinic. (bakerlaw.com)
  • Dental practice managers ensure that operations at a dental clinic run smoothly and efficiently. (ziprecruiter.com)
  • The qualifications needed to become a dental practice manager include a degree or equivalent experience, management skills, and knowledge of dental clinic operations. (ziprecruiter.com)
  • Employers prefer applicants who have an associate or bachelor's degree but may accept applicants with a high school diploma who have two or more years of experience in health care administration or dental clinic operations. (ziprecruiter.com)
  • You need an understanding of budgeting and billing and regulations governing dental clinic operations in your state. (ziprecruiter.com)
  • Little is worse than becoming stuck in a crowded healthcare clinic. (healthcarebusinesstoday.com)
  • The Rural Health Clinic is scheduled to re-open on January 12, 2017. (inlandempire.us)
  • BVCHD operates a Family Health Clinic specializing in family and preventive medicine for children, adults, and senior residents and visitors of the Big Bear Valley. (inlandempire.us)
  • To be successful in today's dental environment, you need service solutions designed for your industry's evolving needs, as well as solutions tailored to your practice. (bakertilly.com)
  • If you are a medical or dental specialist, you will get more patient referrals from general practitioners using this strategy. (unadvertise.com)
  • Dental healthcare personnel that should dispose of extracted teeth in regulated medical waste containers unless returned to the patient. (cdc.gov)
  • Managing a medical practice has always been difficult. (blueandco.com)
  • As with medical school and many other graduate programs, dental schools will have course prerequisites. (pleasantonweekly.com)
  • Represented Adventist Health System/Sunbelt, Inc.,-dba Florida Hospital-in a co-venture with Sanford Burnham Medical Research Institute. (bakerlaw.com)
  • Start a Medical & Dental Billing and Practice Management Business - Work from anywhere, part-time or full-time, flexible schedule, huge profit margins! (franchiseopportunities.com)
  • ClaimTek is the most trusted Medical/Dental Billing business opportunity in the industry. (franchiseopportunities.com)
  • Medical/Dental billing is already a lucrative industry, and ClaimTek's low-overhead business model offers industry-leading profit margins. (franchiseopportunities.com)
  • Yet again, other documents found in the typical medical or dental practice have a significant impact on the appropriateness and amount of any lack of control discount. (bvresources.com)
  • Different medical and dental specialties have specific types of underlying value drivers. (bvresources.com)
  • For medical practices, the appraiser should focus on professional component income under the resource-based relative value scale, or RBRVS (modifier -26 where appropriate), and technical component income (modifier -TC) as a key element of distinguishing return on labor from return on capital. (bvresources.com)
  • Primary care medical practices. (bvresources.com)
  • Perhaps the "hottest" thing in medical practice today, dermatologists have a variety of means of generating income. (bvresources.com)
  • Capital Billing provided a seamless Credentialing process for our Medical Team at Rone Health. (chamberofcommerce.com)
  • The practice, which uses Athenahealth's AthenaOne platform, has fully attested to Stage 2 of Meaningful Use, and has been recognized as a patient-centered medical home. (histalkpractice.com)
  • We are also a patient-centered medical home, which means that we embody a primary care delivery model structured around coordinated, continuous, comprehensive, and community-based care. (histalkpractice.com)
  • Medical codes convert information about the patient's healthcare encounter into an electronic format that payers use to adjudicate claims for reimbursement. (experian.com)
  • Based in Rochester, Michigan, Data Risk Management specializes in security best practices for medical, dental and related business offices and uses Infosec IQ for security awareness and phishing training. (infosecinstitute.com)
  • The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (the Commission) has confirmed that the accreditation program for private dental practices will not transfer to the NSQHS Standards (second edition) in January 2019, and will continue to be assessed against the NSQHS Standards (first edition). (qip.com.au)
  • representation included counseling the client on the negotiation of transactional documents, structuring the transaction in accordance with federal law and state law including state prohibition against the corporate practice of medicine, and regulatory and third party reimbursement issues. (bakerlaw.com)
  • 4.6 of the Principles governing relations between the World Health Organization and nongovernmental organizations, the Standing Committee reviewed collaboration with one-third of the NGOs in official relations with WHO in order to determine the desirability of maintaining them in official relations. (who.int)
  • Many nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) operate in the Haitian health sector, so this training needed to address a range of public and NGO health care providers with varying skills. (cdc.gov)
  • Review OSHA's fact sheet on Formaldehyde and consult with an occupational health professional to determine the appropriate measures to take when workers may be exposed to formaldehyde. (cdc.gov)
  • The development of active tuberculosis in Dental Health Care Workers (DHCWs) is less likely than the rest of the other Health Care Workers (HCWs). (wikipedia.org)
  • There are lacking evidences to prove the active tuberculosis development resulting from this transmission in Dental health care Workers (DHCWs). (wikipedia.org)
  • The CDC estimates that health-care workers sustain 385,000 needlesticks and other related sharps injuries in hospital-based settings annually, which amounts to 1,000 sharps injuries daily. (rdhmag.com)
  • The U-Mass Lowell PHASE in healthcare research project has been a five-year NIOSH-funded study of health disparities among healthcare workers. (cdc.gov)
  • Disparities among workers at risk: Overall, direct care workers are at greatest risk of injury, especially nurses and nursing assistants, although this varies according to type of injury, language, ethnicity, and class. (cdc.gov)
  • HEP among health care workers in Suez Canal Area. (who.int)
  • Keeping health care workers healthy can be a challenge for the occupational and environmental health nurse. (cdc.gov)
  • Hospital workers have been viewed as health professionals with a greater awareness of hazards and a capability of maintaining their own health without assistance. (cdc.gov)
  • Because of this recording and reporting, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recognized the need for health surveillance of health care workers and established regulations affecting hospitals and health care facilities (Rogers, 1994). (cdc.gov)
  • Represented Forum Health in connection with the combination of the Youngstown-based hospital system, Western Reserve Health System, with Trumbull Memorial Hospital in Represent "conversion" foundations that have resulted from the sale of tax-exempt hospitals. (bakerlaw.com)
  • We staff outpatient facilities, two busy urgent care centers, and even inpatient facilities at several local hospitals. (histalkpractice.com)
  • Hospitals and health institutions were considered safer than other work environments, especially in comparison to industrial settings. (cdc.gov)
  • Hospitals are oriented toward disease management rather than health maintenance. (cdc.gov)
  • The company delivers a complete platform of solutions for dental practices including Denticon Practice Management, Apteryx XVWeb Digital Imaging, and Legwork Patient Relationship Management. (businesswire.com)
  • In the past year, Weave has been named a G2 leader in Patient Engagement, Optometry, Dental Practice Management and Patient Relationship Management software. (lelezard.com)
  • In the past 2 years, Methodist Healthcare Ministries has been transforming its primary care system based on innovations its staff have observed during multiple site visits to other pioneering systems across the country. (ahrq.gov)
  • The collaboration will also involve joint initiatives, educational programs, and events aimed at fostering knowledge exchange and professional growth among dental practitioners. (valleycentral.com)
  • Working with over 1,600 clients across Australia, our advisors help practitioners and health care corporates achieve their business and personal goals. (williambuck.com)
  • Holding a unique position in the marketplace, our healthcare transaction practice comprises a multidisciplinary team of lawyers with extensive experience in structuring complex business arrangements for the healthcare industry. (bakerlaw.com)
  • In hospital ambulatory care in working with multidisciplinary team, became part in the sensitization process of the professionals in the locale, being conducive to the development of multidisciplinary communication, leadership, and especially incontactwithservice users. (bvsalud.org)
  • The American Dental Association has digitally published Best Practices for Management of Amalgam Waste that provides additional guidance on the disposal of scrap amalgam. (cdc.gov)
  • The collection's discussions, review articles and guidance cover all aspects of running a dental practice, from creating an annual business plan to achieve practice success to fostering employee engagement and retention and understanding the practice evaluation process. (cda.org)
  • The interim protocol provides guidance for Dental Health Care Professional (DHCP) working in public health settings. (cityofpasadena.net)
  • Their comprehensive suite of tools encompasses custom product preference dashboards, supply order recommendations, spend management visibility, robust analytics reporting and more. (valleycentral.com)
  • Through this relationship, VDA members will gain access to Torch Dental's comprehensive suite of products, including procurement solutions, spend management and practice analytics. (valleycentral.com)
  • It can be quite difficult to get the cost data we need to build a really data-rich analytics model for our population health strategies. (histalkpractice.com)
  • But the system itself is in trouble - there aren't enough nurses, primary care physicians and other providers to meet the needs of our communities. (kdvr.com)
  • Sun Life U.S. is one of the largest providers of employee and government benefits, helping more than 50 million Americans access the healthcare and coverage they need. (kdvr.com)
  • Advised Morgan Joseph in an acquisition by Healthfirst, the largest Medicaid managed-care plan downstate of Neighborhood Health Providers. (bakerlaw.com)
  • The Proposal defines "material transaction" broadly to include not only mergers, acquisitions or affiliations with a healthcare entity but also "an affiliation or contract formed between a healthcare entity and another person" and the "formation of a…[MSO] for the purpose of administering contracts with health plans, third-party administrators, pharmacy benefit managers, or healthcare providers. (dlapiper.com)
  • and fully funded specialty care through agreements with specialist providers attest to Methodist Healthcare Ministries' determination to address the social determinants of health as well as provide comprehensive primary care to the underserved. (ahrq.gov)
  • Providers and their healthcare partners need vital patient data at critical times. (nextgen.com)
  • Dermatology offers the availability of the use of advanced practice providers as well as specially trained nurses or technicians who can do such tasks as CoolSculpting. (bvresources.com)
  • As with dermatology, orthopedists have been very successful in the use of advanced practice providers-primarily physician assistants-to increase their productivity in both the office and the operating room. (bvresources.com)
  • Title : Updated CDC recommendations for the management of hepatitis B virus-infected health-care providers and students Personal Author(s) : Holmberg, Scott D.;Suryaprasad, Anil;Ward, John W. (cdc.gov)
  • Association involvement: Through our involvement in associations like the Academy of Dental CPAs, our professionals are well-informed on the technical and operational issues affecting the dental industry. (bakertilly.com)
  • Deep industry specialization: Receive ongoing support from dedicated dental professionals who see the big picture and help you develop strategies that keep you one step ahead. (bakertilly.com)
  • Together, we aim to empower dental professionals in Virginia and beyond to thrive in an ever-evolving healthcare landscape. (valleycentral.com)
  • Hazzam J, Lahrech A. Health Care Professionals' Social Media Behavior and the Underlying Factors of Social Media Adoption and Use: Quantitative Study. (jmir.org)
  • As dental professionals, our training and education prepares us for patient care. (rdhmag.com)
  • It provides dental professionals with tools and features to efficiently manage various aspects of their practice, including patient scheduling, treatment planning, patient records management, billing and invoicing, insurance claims processing and reporting. (valuemarketresearch.com)
  • By seamlessly integrating digital imaging and diagnostic data, dental professionals can enhance diagnostic capabilities, improve treatment planning, and provide more accurate diagnoses. (valuemarketresearch.com)
  • Critical success factors for recruiting and retaining health professionals to primary health care in rural and remote locations: contemporary review of the literature. (edu.au)
  • Whilst we know that contract reform is not straightforward, we hope and expect that the 6 aims will offer a transparent framework to enable us to develop a reformed NHS system that provides high quality patient care and an environment where professionals can work to their full potential. (createsend.com)
  • The PET-Health-Network /Axis Health Surveillance Project was implemented in UFPB in partnership with SES-PB, the perspective of overcoming gaps and reorient the training of health professionals. (bvsalud.org)
  • Annual dental survey: Knowing key industry metrics and how to evaluate your practice's data is essential to achieving your operational and financial goals. (bakertilly.com)
  • Capture your practice's true revenue potential with our award-winning practice management (PM) solution. (nextgen.com)
  • Extracted teeth that are being discarded are subject to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Bloodborne Pathogens Standard. (cdc.gov)
  • Once an extracted tooth is returned to a patient, it is no longer considered a potential risk to dental health care personnel and is no longer subject to the provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Bloodborne Pathogens Standard. (cdc.gov)
  • When using formalin, dental health care personnel should review the manufacturer safety data sheet for occupational health concerns and to ensure compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazard Communication Standard. (cdc.gov)
  • US Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration. (cdc.gov)
  • INF attitude and practices towards occupational exposure to blood, body fluids and blood borne pathogens. (who.int)
  • a vital role for the occupational and environmental health nurse. (cdc.gov)
  • A successful health surveillance program is composed of three primary activities (American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine [ACOEM), 1997): Collection of specific exposure data. (cdc.gov)
  • By combining our expertise with the VDA Members Perks program, we aim to elevate the standard supply management in Virginia and beyond," said Jordyn Levitas , Head of Strategic Partnerships at Torch Dental . (valleycentral.com)
  • Education: You should have a DDS or DMD degree from an accredited university-based dental education program. (pleasantonweekly.com)
  • To ensure Private Dental Practice Accreditation is reflective of and responsive to the needs of the dental profession, the Australian Dental Association (ADA) has worked collaboratively and exclusively with QIP to develop the Private Dental Practice Accreditation Program (the program). (qip.com.au)
  • The report puts forth five initiatives to cut healthcare costs rather than opting for state health insurance exchanges or penalties as alternatives to wellness program. (outsourcestrategies.com)
  • It is a bad practice to persuade your employees to go for unnecessary health checks even as a part of the wellness program. (outsourcestrategies.com)
  • But, if you focus your wellness program on the 80% that generate just 20% of the claims, it means you are neglecting the outliers who have health conditions that were not preventable. (outsourcestrategies.com)
  • How can my practice access the Strengthening Medicare - GP Grants Program? (williambuck.com)
  • To launch a successful safety management program, someone must take the lead in training staff and developing policies. (rdhmag.com)
  • Sweeney's studies and experiences in Excelsior's Master of Science in Health Care Administration program fit in with her current role with Practice Perfect Systems. (excelsior.edu)
  • What type of population health management program is Hudson Headwaters participating in? (histalkpractice.com)
  • Nationally, she has trained hundreds of dental practice owners & teams on compliance program creation & implementation. (osap.org)
  • The complexity of a rapidly growing diverse work force in a variety of health care settings underscores the need for a dynamic health surveillance program. (cdc.gov)
  • Elements like calcium, aluminium, silica and phosphorus can also be found in the dental aerosols produced during the procedures like debonding of orthodontic appliances. (wikipedia.org)
  • Exercise, mind-body interventions, and behavioral treatments (including cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices) can encourage active patient participation in the care plan and help address the effects of pain in the patient's life. (cdc.gov)
  • Regardless of any practice hiccups, such as a new hire, an employee on maternity leave, or an employee who calls in sick, our system must remain intact. (rdhmag.com)
  • She's already put some of her knowledge to the test by writing content for an online employee handbook that other dental companies can reference for answers to common best practice questions. (excelsior.edu)
  • In operational Management in STD /AIDS and Viral Hepatitis experienced the state demands of organizing of care network, working the issues related to decentralization of actions, organizing the flows of users, technical and human resources, continuing education, action planning, oriented the principle of information for action. (bvsalud.org)
  • Guidelines for infection control in dental health-care settings - 2003. (cdc.gov)
  • Carefully review OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard ( http://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3186.pdf ) and CDC's latest infection control guidelines for dental office settings ( http://www.cdc.gov/oralhealth/infectioncontrol/guidelines/index.html) . (rdhmag.com)
  • This award, named in honor of one of the founding fathers of dental infection control, recognizes lifetime achievement in the field. (osap.org)
  • He is one of five founding OSAP members and a tireless advocate for young dental infection preventionists. (osap.org)
  • He has served on various boards, including the OSAP Association and Foundation Boards, the OSAP-DANB-DALE Foundation Infection Control Certificate/Certification Steering Commission, the Dental Trade Alliance Foundation Board, and the American Dental Assistants Association Foundation Board. (osap.org)
  • Counseled several clients on "partnership models" with employed and community physicians to achieve an accountable care organization. (bakerlaw.com)
  • Dr Ryff was impressed by the results from the FDA trials, which closely mirrored the results of a separate study conducted by a large Dental Support Organization. (dentalproductsreport.com)
  • Built to benefit your whole organization, our integrated healthcare solutions are about making life better for everyone in healthcare. (nextgen.com)
  • Position your dental practice for success by working with advisors who understand your industry and share insights and advice that will help you get back to what you do best - providing outstanding patient care. (bakertilly.com)
  • These dental aerosols are bioaerosols which may be contaminated with bacteria, fungi, and viruses from the oral cavity, skin, and the water used in dental units. (wikipedia.org)
  • Dental aerosols also have micro-particles from dental burs, and silica particles which are one of the components of dental filling materials like dental composite. (wikipedia.org)
  • Dental aerosols contain a wide range of particles with the majority being less than 50 µm. (wikipedia.org)
  • A number of methods have been proposed, and are widely used, to control dental aerosols and reduce risk of disease transmission. (wikipedia.org)
  • For example, dental aerosols can be controlled or reduced using dental suction, rubber dam, alternative handpieces, and local exhaust ventilation (extra-oral suction). (wikipedia.org)