Monday Dental Practice Optimization

Dental Practice Optimization

March 11, 2024

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Welcome to
Dental Practice Optimization!

Trivia Question❓

In Greek mythology, who is the god of healing and medicine who is often associated with dentistry?

Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

Tip the week

Be sure to educate your patients on the importance of regular dental cleanings and oral hygiene habits to prevent future dental issues.

Interesting Facts

  • Ancient Egyptians were practicing dentistry over 5,000 years ago and even created the first known toothpaste using a mixture of salt, mint, dried iris flowers, and pepper.


  • The first dental drill was invented by John Greenwood in 1790, who adapted his mother's foot-powered spinning wheel to create a rotating bur for drilling teeth.


  • Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body, even harder than bone.


Joke of the Week

Why did the dentist make a poor baseball player?

Because he always struck out!

Trivia Question Answer

💡 Answer to Trivia Question:

Asclepius