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New DentCAD system designed for first-time users

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Delcam has launched DentCAD, a new computer-aided design program for the dental industry that can be used to create all kinds of dental restorations, including copings, crowns, and bridge frameworks, according to the company.

December 8, 2008

'Super strong' titanium implant gains FDA clearance

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The U.S. FDA has granted 510(k) clearance to Manhattan Scientifics to market the company's "super strong" titanium metal dental implants, according to the company.

December 8, 2008

Orthodontic patients benefit from teledentistry

By Rosemary Frei, MSc

A pilot study in Washington has shown that teledentistry can bridge the gap between orthodontists and underprivileged children who need their services. But observers say there can be technical challenges and that, so far, it doesn't reduce the cost.

December 8, 2008

In defense of cosmetic dentistry

By Helaine Smith, DMD, MBA

There's nothing unethical about making teeth look better, argues Dr. Helaine Smith in her column, The Mouth Physician. Restoring appearances can also mean restoring strength. One key is paying proper attention to occlusion.

December 7, 2008

Adstra releases dental software upgrades

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Adstra Systems has released the 2008 version of its dental software suite, Adstra Management M5.

December 4, 2008

Sirona revenues up, sales down in Q4

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Sirona Dental Systems announced increased revenues today because of currency fluctuations. But the volume of the company's sales declined. And officially it lost money because it revalued some of its assets.

December 3, 2008

Dentsply launches new refinement tips

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Dentsply has introduced a new line of access refinement tips, ProUltra SINE tips.

December 2, 2008

Survey touts benefits of an online practice

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A recent survey of patients using online services to communicate with dentists shows that most are happy with this medium, according to Sesame Communications.

December 1, 2008

Congress highlights oral imaging in Asia

By Allan Farman, BDS, MBA, PhD, DSc

While many issues in diagnostic imaging are common to dentists around the world, Asia is a leader in adopting high-end systems into their dental schools.

December 1, 2008

Economy prompts Straumann to reduce implant production

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Dental implant supplier Straumann is cutting back on production of its implant products in an effort to align manufacturing with slower market growth, the company announced.

November 25, 2008

Old-style adhesives are better, researcher says

By Laird Harrison

Violins, cathedrals, waffle irons: they don't make 'em like they used to. To that list, Jeff Brucia, D.D.S., a University of the Pacific assistant professor, would add dental adhesives. And at least one adhesive company agrees.

November 24, 2008

Waterproof dental keyboard now wireless too

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Man & Machine has introduced the U Hot Keyboard, the company's first wireless keyboard for dental practices.

November 18, 2008

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