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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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New AAP staging system aims to improve perio treatment
By Tony Edwards
A new staging and grading system for periodontitis and classifying peri-implant diseases and conditions is one of the highlights of a publication on June 21 from an international workshop on periodontal disease by the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP).
June 21, 2018
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New product: Nobel Biocare debuts ceramic implants
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Nobel Biocare has launched its NobelPearl ceramic implants at the EuroPerio9 meeting in Amsterdam.
June 20, 2018
New product: Osstell debuts implant treatment tool
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Implant stability measurement developer Osstell has introduced a new tool to guide implant treatments.
June 20, 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
How do narrow-diameter implants fare over the long term?
By Lori Roniger
Wearing overdentures supported by narrow-diameter implants can be an intriguing choice for older patients whose needs aren't met by conventional dentures but who require treatment that isn't too invasive. Because the long-term quality-of-life benefits of this option are unknown, investigators took a closer look.
June 10, 2018
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