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Researchers: Poor oral health is major factor in older-adult malnutrition

University of North Carolina School of Medicine researchers led a study to determine risk factors associated with malnutrition among older adults receiving ...

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Hard-tissue laser systems: Is the future now?

A greater number of dentists may soon be ready to start using hard-tissue lasers in the preparation of teeth and reshaping of bone. The technology promises ...

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Panel addresses how to improve customer experience in health-care industry

MELVILLE, N.Y., USA: Ron Appel, vice president and general manager, U.S. Repair Business Group and Global Handpiece and Small Equipment Solutions Group, ...

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OSAP reports record-breaking attendance at annual conference in Atlanta

ATLANTA, Ga., USA: With a focus on the “Safest Dental Visit” and strategies central to the conference theme of “Make it Happen,” the...

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Rhein83Days: European conference dedicated to removable prosthesis

The removable prosthesis for many years has been considered as an alternative prosthetic project less important than the fixed prosthesis but today with the...

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Meeting review: AGD2017 in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS, Nev., USA: The Academy of General Dentistry held its annual session in Las Vegas. AGD2017 was full of changes, including a new lecture format and...

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Travel grants available for students via Osseointegration Foundation program

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill., USA: The Osseointegration Foundation (OF) recently announced the OF Student Travel Grant Program. A total of 20 student travel ...

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Court of appeals upholds AAID victory

The United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit issued its opinion on June 19 affirming the lower court decision in favor of the American Academy ...

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AGD2017 offers a multitude of educational sessions and exhibitors

LAS VEGAS, Nev., USA: If you’re standing in the middle of AGD2017 at Caesars Palace not knowing where to look first, you aren’t alone. With ...

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ADA launches national digital advertising campaign

CHICAGO, Ill., USA: The American Dental Association (ADA) has launched a new national digital advertising campaign to encourage adults to visit a dentist. ...

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‘Tee for the ToothFairy’ raises funds to combat childhood tooth decay

CHARLOTTE, N.C., USA: America’s ToothFairy: National Children’s Oral Health Foundation and IQ Dental Supply took to the golf course recently to ...

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NDA 104th convention features top speakers

The 104th Annual Convention of the National Dental Association (NDA) will convene July 19-23, at the Sheraton Dallas Hotel in Dallas. The NDA, one of the ...

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Henry Schein supports volunteer endodontists expanding care in Jamaica

MELVILLE, N.Y., USA: Henry Schein Inc. recently announced a commitment to donate $100,000 in health care products and cash over the next five years to the ...

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Henry Schein celebrates 20th anniversary of Sullivan Dental merger

MELVILLE, N.Y., USA: Henry Schein Inc. recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of its merger with Sullivan Dental. In 1997, at the time of the merger with ...

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OrthoAccel’s new AcceleDent Optima receives FDA clearance

HOUSTON, Texas, USA: OrthoAccel Technologies, a manufacturer of accelerated orthodontics technology, has received FDA clearance for its newest accelerated ...

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Webinar to discuss latest technology in implantology

NEW YORK, USA: Since the beginnings of modern implantology over 50 years ago, much advancement has been made in terms of both the technologies and the ...

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Joel Freeman will lead an MMA-style workout at Dentsply Sirona World

CHARLOTTE, N.C., USA: Recognized for its educational content and entertainment, Dentsply Sirona World offers more than the average dental conference —...

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American Academy of Implant Dentistry selects new executive director

The Board of Trustees of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry recently selected Cheryl Parker, CAE, to be the new executive director. Parker has a very...

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ADHA holds annual conference in Jacksonville, Fla.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., USA: Today is a big day here at the American Dental Hygienists’ Association’s 94th Annual Conference. After a full day of ...

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Mydent International unveils eBite intra-oral lighting technology

Mydent International has added a DEFENDLITE division to its line of high-quality, affordable products. The newest launch is eBite, an intra-oral lighting ...

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Dental Outreach Scholars look to their next steps in providing care for the underserved

LOUISVILLE. Ky., USA: As University of Louisville dental students prepare to launch clinical careers or take the next step in their educational journey, a ...

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Align Technology announces software upgrade for iTero Element scanner

SAN JOSE, Calif., USA: Align Technology has announced a software upgrade for its iTero Element intraoral scanners that includes the ability to compare ...

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Foundation for Endodontics exceeds fundraising goal

CHICAGO, Ill., USA: The Foundation for Endodontics ended its fundraising year on a high note, exceeding its annual goal. At the annual meeting of the ...

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True governance and the value of health diplomacy

WASHINGTON, D.C., USA: I was recently in Washington, D.C., to hear a National Institutes of Health lecturer speak about the direction and future of global ...

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Meeting review: 2017 JDIQ in Montréal

MONTRÉAL, Quebec, CANADA: If it can support the care you provide your patients and improve the efficiency and success of your practice, it’s ...

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Education opportunities abundant at 2017 JDIQ

MONTRÉAL, Quebec, CANADA: The 2017 Journées Dentaires Internationales du Québec (JDIQ), held May 25-30 in Montréal, Quebec, was ...

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Meeting review: AAPD 2017 Annual Session

NATIONAL HARBOR, Md., USA: In his welcoming remarks published in the official program guide of the 2017 Annual Session, held May 25 to 28 (Thursday through ...

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So much to learn at AAPD 2017

NATIONAL HARBOR, Md., USA: At the 2017 Annual Session of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, ...

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Aspen Dental practices donate more than $30,000 to Oral Cancer Foundation

SYRACUSE, N.Y., USA: Nearly 600 Aspen Dental-branded practices in 35 states donated a combined $30,795 to the Oral Cancer Foundation (OCF) as the result of ...

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AAP announces first recipient of SUNSTAR Innovation Grant

CHICAGO, Ill., USA: The American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) recently announced that member Yvonne Kapila, DDS, PhD, is the first recipient of its new ...

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