From Quartz The world woke to the smell of burning floss last week, as thunderous applause met news reports that there was, after all, no evidence for dentists recommending flossing. A lot of people, it seems, hate to floss. Some would rather clean a toilet. But don’t throw out all those spools of waxed dentalContinue reading “Sense! There are good reasons not to give up on flossing, despite what you’ve read in the news.”
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The Monday Morning Quote #380
“A better world could be brought about only by better individuals.” Pierre de Coubertin Founder of the International Olympic Committee and considered the father of the modern Olympic Games.
The Incisal Edge Podcast – Alun Rees talks to Sandeep Senghera
Dr Sandeep Senghera is the founder of ToothPick.com which is now under the umbrella of WhatClinic.com giving him responsibility for their Dental operations worldwide. A persuasive and passionate speaker, he obviously believes completely in technology being at the front of dental customer service – and after a couple of hours in his company I can’tContinue reading “The Incisal Edge Podcast – Alun Rees talks to Sandeep Senghera”
Which shall it be: bankruptcy of purse or bankruptcy of life?
To be truly challenging, a voyage, like a life, must rest on a firm foundation of financial unrest. Otherwise, you are doomed to a routine traverse, the kind known to yachtsmen who play with their boats at sea… cruising, it is called. Voyaging belongs to seamen, and to the wanderers of the world who cannot,Continue reading “Which shall it be: bankruptcy of purse or bankruptcy of life?”
Chris Baker on the Dummies Guide to Facebook Advertising
From Dentistry Are you thinking of dipping your toe in Facebook advertising? Chris Baker explains the ins and outs. I imagine many of you have a practice Facebook page and regularly post interesting and engaging content. If you do that’s great but even if you don’t that doesn’t mean you cannot take advantage of Facebook advertising.Continue reading “Chris Baker on the Dummies Guide to Facebook Advertising”
The Monday Morning Quote #378
“Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.” Plato
The Monday Morning Quote #377
“Before you act, listen. Before you react, think. Before you spend, earn. Before you criticize, wait. Before you pray, forgive. Before you quit, try.” William Arthur Ward
Twitter algorithms – is it me?
Wikipedia tells me: In mathematics and computer science, an algorithm (i/ˈælɡərɪðəm/ AL-gə-ri-dhəm) is a self-contained step-by-step set of operations to be performed. Algorithms perform calculation, data processing, and/or automated reasoning tasks. I understand that in marketing algorithms are used to suggest what you might like based on what you have liked. So far so good.Continue reading “Twitter algorithms – is it me?”
Leprechaun economics and implants.
From RBS Chief Economist’s brief 18.July.2016 Leprechaun economics? Ireland is globally renowned for its great works of fiction – from Bram Stoker’s Dracula to Swift’s Gulliver’s Travels. And last week’s GDP figures were viewed in this light when an unbelievable 26.3% y/y expansion for 2015 was revealed! The UK and Eurozone growth rates of 2.2%Continue reading “Leprechaun economics and implants.”
The Monday Morning Quote #376
Do more than belong. Participate. Do more than care. Help. Do more than believe. Practice. Do more than be fair. Be kind. Do more than forgive. Forget. Do more than dream. Work. William Arthur Ward Thanks to Walt Hampton