Boise Dentist Blog
The professional blog of Doctors Dan Bruce, Steve Bruce, Rosa Pothier and Rob Ririe
The value of free whitening and free cleanings to new patients
I believe I have posted on free whitening before, but I thought I would visit the subject again. In light of the current economy, I hear many dental consultants recommending free whitening, $1 exam and cleanings, free kittens with examination, etc.
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Results of our recent patient survey
Here are some comments from our recent e-mail survey: Thank you! You are awesome! – Gina I wouldn’t go anywhere else and couldn't be happier with your office and its people. Many thanks. - Michael The staff are all beautiful, the Doctors are very handsome; however, the qualifiers are the state-of-the art equipment, professional care, and concern of the patient.
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Dentistry as a commodity
I had a conversation with a friend the other day regarding the public view of dentistry as a commodity. There is an idea that every dentist has been to dental school, has a license to practice dentistry and can drill and fill the needed cavities.
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Boise Downtown Dental - Only a few minutes from Boise State University
Boise Downtown Dental is located within minutes of the Boise State University campus on Front and 9th streets downtown. We accept almost all insurances and will help with processing your insurance claim. View Larger Map
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Porcelain crowns vs. metal crowns
I often get the question - what is the difference between an all-ceramic crown and a porcelain with metal-based crown. First of all, crowns that are used in the posterior usually have a core material. This is either a porcelain-type core of metal.
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Idaho Academy of General Dentistry
I have had a couple of people ask me what the Academy of General Dentistry is. The academy does a number of things, but mainly advocates for the general dentist, organizes and monitors continuing education, and provides awards for education achievement.
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Why do I need a crown?
Often, when I tell people I am a dentist, I get a number of tooth-related questions. Today I was talking to someone at the store and they asked how long a filling is supposed to last. Even in the absence of decay or tooth fracture, a filling usually will not last your whole lifetime.
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Grand Opening Report
The Boise Downtown Dental grand opening/ribbon cutting this past Thursday was a wonderful success. Many members from the chamber stopped by to celebrate the occasion, as well as friends and even people walking through the Bodo area. The event was highlighted by raffle items, gift bags with oral hygiene information and products and wonderful food and drinks.
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Boise Dentist now accepting Delta Dental PPO
Dr. Dan Bruce has now decided to be a Delta Dental PPO network provider. Organizations that offer the Delta PPO plan include the Boise School System and some state organizations. We think that this will be a valuable service for our patients and hopefully will provide greater access to dental care.
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