Antoinette Smith

TIP TUESDAY How Motivation is Essential to Inspiring Team Success In our journey towards excellence, one of the key ingredients is the engagement and motivation of our team members. Whether it’s in a dental practice or any other professional setting, fostering a positive and motivated workforce is essential for success. Here are some universal tips to keep your team engaged and motivated: Open Communication: Create channels where team members feel comfortable expressing their ideas, concerns, and feedback. Foster an environment where everyone’s voice is heard and valued. Recognition and Appreciation: Take the time to acknowledge and appreciate the efforts of …

TIP TUESDAY Unlocking Better Sleep: The Vital Collaboration Between Dentists and Sleep Physicians Collaborating with a sleep physician is not only valuable for patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) but also for those who suffer from temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) and TMJ issues. Here’s why it’s such a crucial partnership, especially for patients facing these overlapping conditions: Holistic Approach: Patients with OSA, TMD, and TMJ issues often require a holistic approach to their care. Sleep physicians and dentists can collaborate to address all aspects of these conditions, considering how they intersect and impact each other. Accurate Diagnosis: Sleep physicians specialize …

TIP TUESDAY Educating Patients in Dentistry: The Importance of Tools and Assets In the world of dentistry, teaching patients is a big deal. As dental pros, we’re not just about fixing teeth; we’re all about giving folks the lowdown they need to keep their smiles sparkling. And guess what? We’ve got some tricks up our sleeves to make learning about oral health a breeze. So, why are these tools so awesome? Well, imagine this: you’re chilling in the dentist’s chair, and they start dropping all these fancy words and complicated explanations about your treatment. It’s like they’re speaking a different …

TIP TUESDAY Ready to Revolutionize Sleep Medicine Integration in Your Dental Practice? Look No Further: Join Airway Alliance Today! Join us and embark on a journey in sleep medicine integration with Airway Alliance, where we offer a seamless path to delivering the highest standard of care in your dental practice. At the heart of our service lies your Treatment Navigator, a highly-trained sleep wellness advisor who seamlessly integrates into your practice, guiding patients through every aspect of their journey from screening to treatment. Dr. Chase Funk from Twin Falls, Idaho, shares his transformative experience: “Around a year ago, we enhanced …

TIP TUESDAY Let’s Celebrate the 2024 Sleep Awareness Game Winners! We are thrilled to announce the winners of our Sleep Awareness Month contest! First and foremost, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to each and every one of you who participated in this exciting event. We had over 270 VIPS participate! Your dedication and commitment to improving the lives of your patients and their families through better sleep health are truly inspiring. Without further ado, let’s give a big round of applause to our winners: Kalli Hale  •  Elizabeth Rutledge  •  Malgorzada Korosciel  •  Tim Herman  •  Jordan Balvich  •  Lashunda Thompson-Roberts  •  …

TIP TUESDAY Exploring the Link Between Allergies, Sleep Apnea, & Patient Care In the domain of patient care, dentists occupy a crucial position in promoting overall health and well-being. One area of increasing significance lies in understanding the intricate interplay between allergies and sleep apnea. Recent studies have unveiled a significant connection between these two conditions, illuminating a pathway for dentists to provide more comprehensive care to their patients. Allergies can significantly worsen symptoms of sleep apnea by inducing nasal congestion and inflammation of the airways. This can lead to heightened instances of apnea episodes and disrupted sleep patterns. Moreover, …

TIP TUESDAY Let’s End Sleep Awareness Month with a BANG at Vivos! As we bid adieu to National Sleep Week, we’re thrilled to announce that the festivities are far from over! March continues to shine as Sleep Awareness Month, and here at Vivos, we’re determined to conclude with a resounding BANG! This month has been all about emphasizing the critical importance of quality sleep for overall well-being, and we’re dedicated to keeping that spirit alive. In keeping with our commitment to recognizing and celebrating the tireless efforts of our VIPs and their teams in enhancing the lives of patients and …