Imaging & CAD/CAM: Page 77

Does tooth orientation impact CBCT root fracture detection?
By Tony Edwards
Detecting vertical root fractures in endodontically treated teeth is difficult, no matter the filling material used. A new study investigated whether a tooth's orientation in relation to the x-ray projection plane alters a practitioner's ability to detect these fractures with cone-beam CT (CBCT).
June 26, 2018
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10 areas of hygiene profitability and the obstacles they bring
By Jen Butler, MEd
If your practice's goal is for your hygiene department to produce about a third of your total product, then simply focusing on prophies and x-rays every six months is not going to get you to your goal, writes practice management consultant Jen Butler. She offers 10 areas where you can boost your hygiene production and the answers to three common objections you are likely to hear.
June 26, 2018
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7T MRI may release mercury from amalgam fillings
By Wayne Forrest
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) at 7-tesla magnet strength may release toxic mercury from amalgam fillings, according to a new study published online June 26 in the journal Radiology. However, the effect was not found with the lower-strength 1.5-tesla magnets that are more commonly used in the clinical setting, the researchers noted.
June 26, 2018
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CBCT shows aligner benefit to treating adult crowding
By Tony Edwards
When patients with adult tooth crowding seek clear aligner treatment, creating space and improving their bone system are key markers of treatment success. Researchers used cone-beam CT (CBCT) to see if clear aligner treatment and interproximal enamel reduction benefited the mandible and maxilla.
June 19, 2018
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3Shape updates CAD/CAM software
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
3Shape has launched the latest version of its Dental System CAD/CAM software.
June 17, 2018
New product: 3D Systems launches on-demand service
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
3D printing company 3D Systems has launched an on-demand anatomical modeling service.
June 17, 2018
Dental imaging products remain on U.S tariff list
By Tony Edwards
The dental industry received mixed news in the trade showdown between the U.S. and China, as many dental products were taken off the list of products and materials that will have tariffs slapped on them. However, imaging, optical, and anesthetic devices were not spared and remain on the list to have a 25% tariff imposed beginning in July.
June 14, 2018
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Imaging Insider: CBCT shows aligner benefit to treating adult crowding
By Tony Edwards
June 12, 2018
New product: 3D Systems adds dental printer
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
3D Systems has launched a new 3D printer for dental applications.
June 5, 2018
Can ultrasound imaging impact implant dentistry?
By Tony Edwards
Successful implant treatment requires imaging at all three treatment phases: planning, surgery, and follow-up. As ultrasound is a promising but not widely studied imaging modality for dental implants, researchers reviewed the literature and found it may have clinical application.
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China product tariffs to be announced June 15
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The dental industry will know on June 15 if key products and materials imported from China will have a 25% tariff imposed by the U.S. government.
May 29, 2018
Ortho Caps accepts Planmeca Emerald scans
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dental equipment manufacturer Planmeca announced that its Planmeca Emerald intraoral scanner can now be used to produce clear aligners from Ortho Caps.
May 28, 2018
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