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Artifacts have shown the ancient Mayans had a very advanced understanding of dental health and procedures. What was one material they used for their implants? A. Tree bark B. Sea shells C. Clay D. Fish bone... Check back tomorrow for the answer. #triviatuesday #quiztime

Parkell wishes you a peaceful Memorial Day.

FAQ Friday: What are the advantages of electrosurgery over a diode laser? Take a look at our Sensimatic 700SE Electrosurge for precise tissue managment. http://www.parkell.com/sensimatic-700se

In a study across 19 countries researchers found that an average of 19% of the population wear some form of denture. That's nearly one in five. Our MucoHard and MucoSoft materials are durable, easy to use and predictable, while providing function and comfort for patients. Take a look at our reline kits for your prosthetic reline needs. Watch Dr. Thomas Bilsky's full discussion on the benefits of MucoHard and MucoSoft: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-6--crRH9k

In 2019, 6,350 students graduated from dental school. While this number does continue the upward trend of increasing graduates year-by-year, the rate of growth of dental graduates has not kept pace with the overall growth rate of the American population. (Source: American Dental Education Association)

Say Cheese! Cheese especially hard aged cheese like Cheddar, Monterey Jack and Swiss help reduce cavity formation in teeth because it neutralizes plaque acid. Researchers also believe that cheese releases chemical compounds that can form a protective layer on teeth. For information on how our products can help your patients, visit http://www.parkell.com/

FAQ Friday: Which works better with the SEcure Resin Cement, the Self-Etch Primer or Brush&Bond? https://bit.ly/3ltDSvu

According to a Finnish exercise study, hockey sticks are the most common cause of in-game dental injuries. While pucks have been known to knock out a bunch of teeth at a time, players getting hit with an opponent’s stick occurs much more frequently.

In hockey, what is the most common cause of dental injuries? a) The puck b) A hockey stick c) Fighting d) Body checking... Check back tomorrow for the answer!

Dryz soft-tissue management paste controls bleeding and crevicular fluid seepage that often interferes with impression taking, the placement of sub-gingival restorations, the seating of lab fabricated permanent restorations, placement of a rubber dam and isolation of teeth prior to bleaching. From placement to rinsing away, the entire Dryz process takes around two minutes. https://bit.ly/35pLA4G

Happy Hanukkah! Wishing you a warm and wonderful holiday.

Today we are starting our 12 days of holiday discounts with special scaler and insert fixed pricing (with any insert of your choice). Take advantage of this deal for the next 12 days and enjoy the holiday season with us. http://www.parkell.com/why-not-its-2020 #12DaysofWhyNot

Tuesday Tooth Trivia! Which US President had oral cancer surgery on a yacht? a) Grover Cleveland b) Warren G. Harding c) Harry Truman... d) Jimmy Carter Check back tomorrow for the answer!

We've never seen a year like 2020 before, so why not have 12 days of special deals we've never offered before? BOGOs, product bundles, HUGE discounts & more! We will unveil the very first special deal tomorrow with a new one to follow daily for the next 12 business days! http://www.parkell.com/why-not-its-2020

Check out our new interactive inserts buyer's guide at http://www.parkell.com/insert-buyers-guide and see how we are making insert shopping easy!

A recent NYU study of dentists in the New York metropolitan area found that 45.5% of dentists have experienced physical aggression from their patients at some point in their career. The study also noted that 74% were subjected to verbal abuse and 68.7% had their reputations threatened. (Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releas/2020//201026153942.htm)

The true fact about reindeer teeth is that incisors are only found on the bottom jaw! The top jaw has a dental pad which the lower incisors can press into in order to chew grass.

The correct answer to yesterday’s trivia question: Out of alligators, snails, lampreys, and sharks, snails surprisingly have the most teeth! With over 14,000 microscopic chompers, snails use their teeth to slice and shred their food as it moves through their mouth.

What is true about reindeer teeth? a) Old ones fall out and new ones grow in once a year b) They are covered in a thin layer of hair c) Incisors are only found on the bottom jaw... d) There are no molars Check back tomorrow for the answer!

Tuesday Tooth Trivia! Which creature has the most teeth? a) Alligator b) Snail c) Lamprey... d) Shark Check back tomorrow for the answer!

The correct answer to yesterday’s trivia question: The average 16-ounce Pumpkin Spice Latte has 50 GRAMS of sugar! To put that in perspective, the American Heart Association recommends no more than 25g of sugar for women daily & no more than 36g for men daily.

Tuesday Tooth Trivia! About how many grams of sugar are in an average 16-ounce pumpkin spice latte? a) 15g b) 25g c) 50g... d) 75g Leave your guess in the comments below and check back tomorrow for the answer!

Earn 2 FREE CE credits when you take the course The Future of Oral Cancer Diagnosis and learn how merging provider awareness, patient education, and technology can help with early detection. Get your promo code at www.parkell.com/free-ce-credit.

The correct answer to yesterday’s trivia question: Baltimore, Maryland. The Baltimore College of Dental Surgery was the first dental college in the world and was founded in 1840 by Horace Hayden and Chapin Harris.

Tuesday Tooth Trivia! Where was the first dental college established? a) Charlotte, NC b) New York City, NY c) Boston, MA... d) Baltimore, MD Leave your guess in the comments below and check back tomorrow for the answer!

Learn about Predicta Bioactive Desensitizer, check out our new Ultrasonic Inserts Buyer’s Guide, read about adhesive dentistry, and receive a new FREE CE course all in the latest issue of Parkell Today! Available now at www.parkell.com/parkell-today-1.

Have you checked up on your ultrasonic inserts lately? See how a cup of coffee (or tea) can help you determine if your insert is ready for the sharps container, or if it can continue to fight the good fight against calculus! Learn more at http://www.parkell.com/inserts-coffee-test

The correct answer to yesterday’s trivia question: Seinfeld! The show coined the term Anti-Dentite in its eighth season.