Regulatory Updates: Page 41

FDA to regulate certain mobile medical apps

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued final guidance for developers of mobile medical applications.

September 22, 2013

FDA, NIH partner to enhance tobacco-related research

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) are working together to support tobacco-related research by funding more than a dozen new Tobacco Centers of Regulatory Science.

September 18, 2013

Dental board questions Ark. orthodontist about prophies

By Rob Goszkowski

An orthodontist summoned before the Arkansas State Board of Examiners last week is defending his offering of prophylaxes at one of his practices, saying it is within the realm of his specialty and not a violation of the state's Dental Practice Act.

September 15, 2013

FDA clears Nasseo TiArray implant system

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Nasseo's TiArray dental implant system has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

September 15, 2013

Ark. orthodontist faces dental board over prophylaxes

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A Fort Smith, AR, orthodontist has been asked to go before the Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners over allegations that offering prophylaxes might be a violation of a state law against practicing outside his specialty.

September 8, 2013

Reporting adverse drug/device reactions key to patient safety

By Donna Domino

Dental professionals are encouraged to report adverse drug and device reactions in the oral cavities of their patients to improve the U.S. surveillance system and protect patients' safety, according to a new study in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

September 8, 2013