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Diode lasers for periodontal treatment: the story thus far

The concept of using dental lasers for the treatment of periodontal disease elicits very strong reactions from both ends of the spectrum. Everyone has an ...

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ADA conference to seek oral health solutions for vulnerable older adults

CHICAGO, IL / NEW YORK, NY, USA: The American Dental Association (ADA) is extending invitations to those concerned about the oral health of vulnerable ...

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X-Smart EASY Cordless Endo Motor by DENTSPLY Tulsa Dental Specialties

The X-Smart Easy is a cordless, lightweight, simple-to-use, endodontic motor that features a comfortable and well-balanced handpiece with rubberized grip ...

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Apical microsurgery: access and crypt management (Part 3)

In Parts 1 and 2, I discussed the preparation of the patient, the incision and atraumatic flap elevation. These are the first three steps necessary to ...

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The NuTorque Lite programmable electric handpiece system

DentalEZ Group, a supplier of innovative products and services for dental health professionals worldwide, is pleased to announce that it has expanded its ...

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Inventor of composites and RMGI technology honored

WASHINGTON, DC/ NEW YORK, NY, USA: The American Chemical Society (ACS) recognized 3M ESPE corporate scientist Sumita Mitra, Ph.D., among its ‘Heroes ...

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Tongue piercings linked to gap between teeth

Playing with a pierced tongue stud could lead to a gap between the front teeth. A new study suggested that tongue piercings could be a major cause of ...

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New Ridge Splitting Chisels from ITL Dental

New Ridge Splitting Chisels from ITL Dental are to be used for lateral ridge augmentation to increase bone support for implant insertion. They enable the ...

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Tactile perception in endodontics

When it comes to tactile perception, most dentists doing root-canal therapy would agree more is better. But what exactly do we mean when we talk about ...

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Children with asthma no more likely to have tooth decay

In the past, there have been suggestions that asthma and tooth decay were linked, especially for children. But according to a new report from the American ...

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Need more space? BIOMET 3i offers a solution

BIOMET 3i’s Low Profile Abutment is now available — a solution designed to provide clinicians with more space for screw-retained restorations in...

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The last microscope skeptic

I didn’t have a microscope, and I didn’t need one. And I sure didn’t like being lectured to or told how to live my life by those who had ...

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Raising the bar again: dermal fillers and Botox/Dysport

NEW YORK, NY, USA: In an effort to stand out and leap forward and to expand dental esthetic office procedures, the Greater New York Dental Meeting (GNYDM) ...

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The Red Flags Rule

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that on 1 January 2011, businesses, including dental offices, must begin complying with the ‘Red Flags ...

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Dental career or daily drudgery?

Recently, I was sitting with a small group of dentists during the lunch break at a dental meeting and they were commiserating, divulging their war stories ...

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Zimmer Dental offers Hex Drivers with GemLock Technology

Zimmer Dental is offering what it calls “Innovative Restorative technology” — 1.25mmD Hex Drivers with GemLock Technology for improved ...

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National Children’s Oral Health Foundation launches Trick or Treat for America’s Toothfairy

CHARLOTTE, NC, USA: Halloween is not usually associated with good oral health habits and healthy teeth. But this year, dental professionals across the ...

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Meeting in San Francisco offers plenty of new and innovative products

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, USA: Hundreds of exhibitors were on hand to showcase new and innovative products as the CDA presents The Art and Science of Dentistry ...

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Osteogenics Biomedical introduces Pro-fix Precision Fixation System

Osteogenics Biomedical, the Lubbock, TX-based manufacturer of Cytoplast barrier membranes and PTFE suture, has announced the addition of a new fixation ...

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Henry Schein provides health care products for relief after flooding in Pakistan

MELVILLE, NY, USA: Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC), is working with its non-governmental organization (NGO) partners—Direct Relief, International ...

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New evidence supports link between gum inflammation and Alzheimer’s disease

NEW YORK, NY, USA: NYU dental researchers have found the first long-term evidence that periodontal (gum) disease may increase the risk of cognitive ...

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Study identifies promising new approach for treating tooth hypersensitivity

NEW YORK, NY, USA: NYU College of Dentistry researchers have identified a promising new approach for treating tooth hypersensitivity, while simultaneously ...

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Atlas Denture Comfort secures new or existing dentures

Dentists often don’t look forward to having patients with dentures, according to Paul Homoly, DDS, president of Homoly Communications. When asked why,...

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H1N1 epidemic offers lesson for dentists

NEW YORK, NY, USA: The H1N1 flu epidemic has lessons to offer health-care providers, even dentists, according to a recent editorial in Anesthesia Progress, ...

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Many with facial paralysis are socially adjusted

A recent study reported in The Cleft Palate–Craniofacial Journal, the publication of the American Cleft Palate–Craniofacial Association, ...

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Air-Flow perio: biofilm removal to the base of the pocket

According to the manufacturer, the innovative Air-Flow handy perio is the first and only portable perio device that enables safe and effective removal of ...

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QDT’s Canary System wins International Medical Device  Design and Development Award

TORONTO, CANADA: Quantum Dental Technologies (QDT), a medical device company, became the first Canadian business to win the National Instruments (NI) ...

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The adoption of digital and automated technologies drives CAD/CAM market growth

The U.S. dental market is rapidly adopting automated and digital technologies for the production of dental restorations. This trend is primarily driven by a...

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Why dentists need a secondary income

Though they may not admit it openly, many dentists are extremely frustrated with their practice. How can I be so sure? Simple. I’ve spent time talking...

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