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Orthodontics’ future challenging, but bright

Oral Health, in its 100th year of publication, recently received a 2011 “Awards of Distinction” from the University of Toronto Alumni ...

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New study targets dental drills for hearing loss

WESTMINSTER, Colo. & JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. USA: An audiology student who is investigating the effects of noise from dental drills on dentists has won a ...

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The Ordre des dentistes du Québec Annual Meeting, May 25-29, 2012

The Ordre des dentistes du Québec will hold its 42nd Annual Meeting, the Journées dentaires internationales du Québec (JDIQ), from ...

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Are you technologically and ergonomically balanced?

Ergonomic and/or lightweight handpieces may help to reduce the risk of certain musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) such as carpal tunnel syndrome (Dong 2006). ...

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Donna Caminiti, RDH, receives Pros in the Profession Award

NEW YORK, NY, USA: Crest Oral-B recognized Donna Caminiti, RDH, of Springfield, Ill., as the first winner of the brands’ second-annual Pros in the ...

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AMD LASERS adds three-volume set of manuals to laser education platform

AMD LASERS, a global leader in providing affordable laser technology for dental professionals, continues to add educational solutions that will help new ...

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Mrs. Globe showcases smiles with the ‘Power to Change the World’

RANCHO MIRAGE, CA, USA: Opalescence was a proud sponsor of the 2011 Mrs. Globe Pageant on Aug. 27, 2011, in Rancho Mirage, Calif., where over 40 delegates ...

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Orthodontic patient starts increased in 2010

Patient starts by American Association of Orthodontists members increased by 4 percent per member in 2010 over 2008, according to the latest AAO Member ...

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Dental isolation technology by Isolite Systems garners more industry recognition

SANTA BARBARA, CA, USA: Isolite Systems, maker of innovative dental isolation technology, has announced that its products have received new industry ...

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Dental hygiene jobs: Low stress, underrated, growing in number?

NEW YORK, NY, USA: As “top-ranked” lists tend to do, a recent compilation that includes dental hygienist as one of the most underrated jobs of ...

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Ceramir Crown & Bridge gets you close to natural tooth structure

LAS VEGAS, NV, USA: “Permanent” and “stable” are words that bring peace of mind to many on a variety of topics. Now, Doxa Dental ...

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Esthetics, prosthetics, periodontics, implants and bisphosphonates

Controversy involving the oral cavity and the effects of using bisphosphonates is causing an obstacle for dentists to help patients achieve optimal health. ...

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New Quick Up method eliminates risk of accidental locking of dentures, cuts procedure time in half

Millions of Americans wear dentures. Unfortunately, the majority of denture wearers are dissatisfied with their prosthesis — their chief complaints ...

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MIS Implants promotes Noel Wilford

MIS Implants Technologies, a leader in dental research and manufacturing, recently promoted Noel Wilford, RDH, to director of its oral health division. In ...

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AAP to hold annual meeting in Miami Beach

MIAMI BEACH, FL, USA: The 97th annual meeting of the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) will take place Nov. 12–15 (Saturday through Tuesday) in...

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Appeal against deportation of dental assistant spawns support

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., USA: The planned deportation of a Filipino dental assistant from California could bring new life to the U.S. immigration debate. The ...

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U.S. dental acquisition comes under legal fire

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., USA: Multiple U.S. law firms are seeking shareholders of American Dental Partners in order to investigate claims against the company's ...

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Give Kids A Smile grant recipients are honored

COSTA MESA, CA, USA: Give Kids A Smile Fund grant recipients were honored at the fourth annual American Dental Association Foundation Give Kids A Smile ...

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Rosenberg stepping down from endo chairmanship at NYU

NEW YORK, NY, USA: Dr. Paul A. Rosenberg, professor and chairman of the Dr. I.N. and Sally Quartararo Department of Endodontics at New York University since...

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A Durian a day keeps caries away, research from Asia suggests

LAS VEGAS, Nev., USA: A sugary gel found on the thorn-covered husks of the Durian fruit is currently under observation by researchers for its potential to ...

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AMED goes virtual for 10th anniversary

NEW YORK, NY, USA: Ready to take a closer look at the benefits of getting a closer look at everything you’re doing in the operatory? The perfect ...

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Is there new hope for periodontal patients?

As clinical dental hygienists, we want our patients to be as healthy as possible. This means having the skills and knowledge to treat them as effectively as...

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AAIP and ADIS meet in Jamaica

The American Academy of Implant Prosthodontics (AAIP) joined with its affiliates, Atlantic Dental Implant Seminars (ADIS) and the Linkow Implant Institute, ...

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Adult orthodontics: a new myofunctional appliance system

Many adults have poorly aligned teeth and would like orthodontic treatment. Some may already have had braces previously and have seen their teeth crowd up ...

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Hand-held X-ray technology is convenient and safer than ever

At the end of the 19th century, when researchers developed the first X-ray machine, they knew it posed potential danger. Due to leakage from X-ray tubes, ...

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Go ahead, tell ’em what you really think

“It all comes down to communication.” Those immortal words have been used to describe success or failure in business, on the playing field and ...

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Interview: ‘An online presence is not a luxury anymore’

In an interview with Dental Tribune, Dr. Sean Fahimi, president of Solution21, a website design and marketing company, discusses the importance of having an...

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AAE to hold Fall Conference in New Orleans

NEW ORLEANS, LA, USA: As the economy struggles to right itself, many dentists feel a strain on their practices. To help endodontists establish themselves as...

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Young NASCAR fans receive free dental treatment and education

CHARLOTTE, NC, USA: The American Dental Association’s Give Kids A Smile program, Henry Schein Inc. and 3M ESPE are teaming up to put good oral health ...

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Clinical and diagnostic advantages using the PreXion 3-D cone-beam imaging system

For nearly 100 years, dentists have relied on 2-D radiographic imaging for diagnosis and treatment planning. With the 1999 introduction of cone-beam ...

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