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SOTA Imaging Launches Cloud-based Dental Imaging Software

Posted by Frank Holman on 8/3/21

SOTA Imaging today announced the release of its cloud-based dental imaging software, SOTA Cloud. SOTA Cloud makes dental imaging easy, insightful, and accessible everywhere. The cloud-based dental imaging software gives users the freedom to capture, view and edit images in their browser, protects their data, and helps practices grow with powerful dashboards.

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Topics: Dental Imaging Software

SOTA Imaging Launches Extraoral Aerosol Evacuator Designed to Help Mitigate COVID-19 Risk

Posted by Frank Holman on 6/15/21

SOTA Imaging today announced the launch of Cazoo, an extraoral aerosol evacuator that reduces dental aerosols, helping protect dentists, dental staff, and patients from dangerous particulates that can transmit COVID-19 — all for only $99.

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Topics: SOTA Imaging, Aerosol Reduction

Upsurge in Teeth Grinding as Pandemic Stress Lingers

Posted by Frank Holman on 3/12/21

More than 70% of dentists surveyed by the American Dental Association (ADA) Health Policy Institute are seeing an increase of patients experiencing teeth grinding and clenching, conditions often associated with stress. This is an increase from ADA data released in the fall that showed just under 60% of dentists had seen an increase among their patients.

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Topics: Intraoral Cameras

SOTA Imaging Showcasing New Digital X-Ray Sensor Technology at CDS Meeting

Posted by Frank Holman on 2/17/21

Join SOTA Imaging at the virtual 2021 Midwinter Meeting, Heart of Dentistry, the Chicago Dental Society’s 156th annual event, Feb. 25 – 27, where we will be showcasing the new Clio Prime digital x-ray sensor, with technology that eliminates under- and overexposure and makes positioning faster and easier.

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Which Digital X-Ray Sensor is the Best?

Posted by Frank Holman on 11/19/20

Clio Digital X-Ray Sensors were featured in the November 2020 edition of Gordon J. Christensen Clinicians Report in an article that compares sensors by key features, price, and image quality, helping dentists determine which digital x-ray sensor is the best for their dental practice.

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Topics: Digital X-Ray Sensors

Dental Occupations Tally Highest COVID-19 Risk Scores

Posted by Frank Holman on 10/12/20

Dental occupations are among the highest risk for exposure to COVID-19, according to an analysis from Visual Capitalist. Dental hygienists measure a risk score of 99.7 and dentists 92.1, with 100 representing the highest possible risk, based on contact with others, physical proximity, and exposure to disease. Dental assistants also topped the list with a risk score of 92.5.

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Topics: Aerosol Reduction

SOTA Store Goes Live! Discounted Dental Supplies At Your Fingertips

Posted by Frank Holman on 10/6/20

SOTA Imaging just launched a new online store with discounted prices on dental supplies from imaging accessories and PPE to entryway thermometers and more.

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Topics: SOTA Imaging

COVID-19 Transmitted Through Aerosols: The Evidence Supporting the Claim

Posted by Frank Holman on 9/28/20

The belief that COVID-19 spreads through aerosols has its skeptics, including World Health Organization advisors, but now new research is adding to the assumption that many feared all along—that COVID-19 spreads through the air.

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Topics: Aerosol Reduction

ADA Responds to WHO: Dentistry is Essential

Posted by Frank Holman on 8/12/20

The American Dental Association (ADA) respectfully yet strongly disagrees with the World Health Organization’s (WHO) recommendation to delay “routine” dental care in certain situations due to COVID-19.

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Topics: SOTA Imaging

Five Tips for a Successful Dental Office Reopening

Posted by Frank Holman on 5/6/20

Dental practices in states like Florida and Virginia are slowly but surely reopening, providing a glimpse into the not-so-distant future when offices across the county emerge from the broad closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic and resume patient care.

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Topics: SOTA Imaging

ADA Offers Guidance as States Ponder Reopening

Posted by Frank Holman on 4/20/20

The American Dental Association (ADA) issued guidance for dentists in states that are considering reopening, as the federal government released guidelines for opening up America again.

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Topics: SOTA Imaging

CDA President Shares How Dentists Can Engage in the Fight Against COVID-19

Posted by Frank Holman on 4/9/20

Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order last week under which dentists are considered essential health care providers and are encouraged to join a statewide initiative to respond to COVID-19. Dr. Richard Nagy, CDA President, appeared on ABC 7 Los Angeles to share how dentists can join the effort, called the California Health Corps.

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CDC Updates Guidelines for Treating Emergency Dental Patients

Posted by Frank Holman on 4/9/20

On April 7, 2020, the CDC issued revisions to its “Interim Infection Prevention and Control Guidance for Dental Settings During the COVID-19 Response.” 

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Topics: SOTA Imaging

SOTA Imaging Responds to COVID-19

Posted by Frank Holman on 3/23/20

During the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, our focus is on the safety and well-being of our employees and community and continued service of our clients. We are providing an update today on the actions taken to date as we focus on health, safety, and business continuity. SOTA Imaging will remain open and has taken the following steps to help you and your practice.

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Topics: SOTA Imaging

DentalTechup Reviews SOTA Image Software

Posted by Frank Holman on 2/7/20

Aaron DeForest, DDS, reviewer for DentalTechup, released his review of SOTA Image Software, covering the software’s capabilities, including image capture, ease of use, exporting, and customization.

Here are the top features from Dr DeForest.

1. Intuitive navigation

You can customize SOTA Image to your needs. What’s easy to use about this software is the redundancy. It will always have you select the patient, which allows you to maintain your work. It’s easy to learn.

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Los Altos Dental Continues Tradition of Providing Free Dental Care in Cambodia

Posted by Frank Holman on 2/3/20

How do you give dental care to patients who have poor oral health but think their teeth are fine? That’s the challenge Dr. Bonnie Bateman and her team overcame on their recent dental mission trip to Cambodia.

For over a decade, Dr. Bonnie Bateman and her team have gone on an annual dental mission trip to Cambodia. Their goal is to provide free dental care to Cambodians who lack access to quality dentistry and technology. This year, with the help of SOTA Imaging, they were able to help over 400 patients.

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Topics: SOTA Imaging, Digital X-Ray Sensors

DentalTechup Reviews Clio Digital X-Ray Sensor

Posted by Frank Holman on 1/15/20

DentalTechup product reviewer, Aaron DeForest, DDS, released his review of the SOTA Imaging Clio Digital X-ray Sensor. The review is an extensive look at the sensor’s capabilities, including image quality, ease of use, and integration capabilities. 

DentalTechup was created by Dr DeForest to assist dentists in making the most informed decisions when buying dental products and software. 

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Topics: Digital X-Ray Sensors, Intraoral Cameras, Dental Imaging Software