German researchers net $2.5M to explore new dental materials March 2, 2021 -- A new German research foundation called InterDent will receive 2.1 million euros ($2.5 million U.S.) over the next three years to explore how dental restorations can be made to last longer.Read More
FDA crafts graphics on dental amalgam use February 22, 2021 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has developed graphics to go along with its previously announced recommendations regarding the use of dental amalgam in high-risk groups.Read More
Shofu Dental touts clinical evaluation results February 4, 2021 -- Materials and equipment company Shofu Dental is highlighting the results of a clinical evaluation that found high user ratings for its Fit SA bioactive self-adhesive flowable composite.Read More
Voco unveils caps warmer December 16, 2020 -- Voco has rolled out the Voco caps warmer, a preheating device for composite and nano-ormocer restorative unit-dose capsules.Read More
Study finds SDF safe and effective on kids' teeth
Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) was found to be safe and 100% effective in stopping active caries in primary teeth of at-risk children and was also well-accepted by their parents in a new study, published in the Journal of Public Health Dentistry. Read more.