Sites of General Interest
(including Continuing Education for Dentists)
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- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD)
With more than 7600 members in 60 countries around the globe, AACD is the world's largest cosmetic dental association dedicated to advancing excellence in the art and science of cosmetic dentistry. - American Dental Association (ADA)
The ADA is the professional association of dentists committed to the public's oral health, ethics, science, and professional advancement. - DentalTown
The largest online dental Web site in the world. This community is free to its members and was created for you to interact with dental professionals and dental manufacturers across the United States and around the world - Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI)
"Since 1995 we have led the way in post-graduate dental education and will continue to do so. We invite you to join our exclusive family of clinicians who aspire to excel. LVI...where lives really are changing daily!" - Paul Feuerstein, DMD Lecture Links
Dr. Feuerstein is the Technology Editior for Dental Economics. In addition to running a private practice in Billerica, MA, Dr. F stays very busy lecturing across the country to help dentists stay informed about the myriad of new technologies in dentistry.
Dental Laboratories and Lab Associations
- American Society of Master Dental Technologists (ASMDT)
A professional Society formed to elevate the educational standards of dental technologists. The ultimate goal of ASMDT is to provide the educational resources for technologists who are interested in becoming Master Dental Technologists. - BECDEN Dental Laboratory
"Our Passion is Dentistry, Our Obsession is Service."
- Asteto Dent Labs
"Your resource for dental vacations, seminars, IMPLANTS, laminates, metal-free crowns, and more!"
- Advanced Prosthetics Dental Lab
"Small lab with Huge Results. Highly trained and certified for esthetic and Implant cases."
- Authentic Dental Laboratory
"Our goal is to be dedicated to your practice by becoming your dental resource in providing you guidance and knowledge on the latest techniques, materials, case planning and procedures that are available today."
- National Association of Dental Laboratories (NADL)
The National Association of Dental Laboratories is the unified voice of the dental laboratory industry supporting dentistry and serving the public interest by promoting high standards. NADL accomplishes this by providing programs, services and networking opportunities to meet the evolving technical, educational, professional and business needs of dental laboratories.
Dental Photography and Digital Imaging
- How to Take a Smile Portrait
Photography tips from Sam Laundon, professional photographer and owner of SmilePix. - Steven Snow, DDS
Dr. Snow has lectured nationally on smile design, cosmetic restorative techniques, dental photography, and cosmetic imaging. His advanced dental education seminars inspire dental teams to adapt and thrive in the new millennium.
Smile Style Guides
- Lorin Library - Smile Style Guide
This guide now comes in both a spiral-bound book as well as an interactive program that guides the user in building a Smile Style through tooth shape and length selection. The program is designed for the doctor and patient to work together to develop the shape of the new smile.
Information on Digital Cameras and Equipment
- How Digital Cameras Work
This site, howstuffworks, will tell you more than you ever wanted to know about the inner workings of digital cameras, and much, much, more. - The Digital Dentist
Founded by Dr. Lorne Lavine, Dental Technology Consultants provides full-service consulting and integration for the dental community. They will help you choose the right dental equipment for your practice, and ensure that it is installed correctly. - PhotoMed
A good source for dental related photo equipment.
We are currently offering a SmilePix/PhotoMed Special: Purchase a Camera from PhotoMed and get $15 off on each Smile Simulation. 5 cases for $200@ $40 per case (normal price $55 per case). Contact SmilePix for more details!
Charitable Organizations
- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Charitable Foundation
The AACD's Charitable Foundation (AACDCF) maintains three programs: Give Back A Smile, Whitening Program, and Disaster Relief Fund. Please visit this site to see how you can participate in these life-changing programs!
- Make A Child Smile
Provides emotional and financial support to families whose children suffer from chronic or life-threatening illnesses and also give those who visit the MACS website the opportunity to participate by sending mail to the children. - Dentaid.org
This organization, based in the United Kingdom, Dentaid is a registered charity devoted to the improvement of the oral health of disadvantaged communities.
Of Special Interest
- Sam Laundon Photography
Founder of SmilePix, Sam has been a professional photographer and teacher for over thirty years. This site showcases a sample of his non-dental photography. - New Patients, Inc.
A full service advertising agency exclusively for dentists. Founded in 1989 by William Howard (Howie) Horrocks, author of two dental best-sellers, Unlimited New Patients, Volume One and Unlimited New Patients, Volume Two; Trade Secrets of America's Dental Marketing Guru. - Tooth Pix
The first oral hygiene themed boutique in the USA. Shop online, or at their store located in Northampton, MA