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Gene's role in cleft palate established
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A key link between the human ephrin-B1 gene and cleft palate and other craniofacial anomalies associated with craniofrontonasal syndrome has been demonstrated by researchers at Mount Sinai School of Medicine.
September 15, 2010
CBCT radiation risks higher for orthodontic patients
By Kathy Kincade
With the majority of orthodontic patients being young teens who often undergo full-head imaging before, during, and after treatment, there is concern that using cone-beam CT (CBCT) in every case exposes them to dangerous amounts of radiation.
September 15, 2010
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Isolation devices: No man is an island, but his teeth should be
By Dr. Monica "mOe" Anderson
With adhesive dentistry now the standard of care, a composite or all-ceramic crown bonded in a wet field won't stay put long enough to check the occlusion. In fact, proper isolation/evacuation is one of the most underrated factors affecting the longevity of restorations.
September 14, 2010
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Kerr launches 'next-generation' LED curing light
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Kerr has introduced the Demi Plus LED light curing system, calling it the "next generation" in premium curing light technology.
September 13, 2010
Dental stem cell bank opens in India
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
An Indian company has partnered with a French institute to set up a bank for dental stem cells, which can be used for dental applications, according to zeenews.com.
September 13, 2010
Website offers ratings, reviews of CE courses
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Snoring Isn't Sexy, a directory for finding dentists who provide oral appliance therapy for snoring and sleep apnea, has launched minervace.com, a website designed to help physicians, dentists, and other healthcare professionals find and discuss continuing education (CE) courses and meetings in medicine and dentistry.
September 13, 2010
Cut Rite signs exclusive distributor for diamond products
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
All Dental Prodx is now the exclusive sales and marketing partner for Cut Rite Instruments' dental products, including the Kool Krystal diamond line, the Terminator, and the HQ Diamond series.
September 13, 2010
3M confirms no BPA in its dental products
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
3M ESPE has released a statement confirming that none of its products contains the controversial chemical bisphenol A (BPA).
September 13, 2010
CBCT can determine root canal dimensions
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Cone-beam CT (CBCT) can be used to better determine root canal length and width, improving the prediction of root canal treatment outcomes, according to a study in Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, and Oral Surgery.
September 12, 2010
2D vs. 3D measurements of tooth wear
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
3D measurement techniques can more accurately assess the impact of tooth wear, according to researchers from Kings College London Dental Institute (Dental Materials, October 2010, Vol. 26:10, pp. e221-e225).
September 12, 2010
Pulpdent touts BPA-free sealant
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Following the publication last week of a study in Pediatrics that assessed the safety of bisphenol A (BPA) in dental materials, some vendors are reaching out to the dental community to assure them that their products are safe.
September 12, 2010
PeriOptix expands line of LED headlights
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
PeriOptix is launching its newest portable LED headlight, the Solaris, at the California Dental Association meeting in San Francisco, September 9-11.
September 9, 2010
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