Regulatory Updates: Page 55

FDA calls on imaging vendors to reduce kids' risks
By Kathy Kincade
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today issued a draft guidance to encourage manufacturers of x-ray imaging devices to consider the safety of children in the design of new equipment.
May 8, 2012
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Sailo gets CE approval for novel implant
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Sialo Technology has received regulatory approval in Europe to market and sell its Dynamic Implant Valve Approach.
May 7, 2012
AAID sues Texas dental board over advertising restrictions
By Rob Goszkowski
Citing precedents in Florida and California, the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) has filed a lawsuit against the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners aimed at overturning a stated regulation that restricts dentists from advertising AAID credentials in implant dentistry.
May 1, 2012
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NC mulls tougher rules for dental management companies
By Donna Domino
North Carolina lawmakers are proposing tougher rules for oversight of out-of-state dental chains. The law would give the state dental board more control over contracts between dentists and management companies, but critics say the state's rules are already the most restrictive in the U.S.
May 1, 2012
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Ore. Board of Dentistry addresses dental x-ray confusion
By Kathy Kincade
Some Oregon dentists are reportedly opting not to treat patients who refuse to be x-rayed before cleaning appointments. The Oregon dental board recommends dentists follow ADA and FDA guidelines to ensure they are meeting the standard of care.
April 30, 2012
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Minn. may require dental labs to register
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A Minnesota bill that would regulate the state's dental laboratories is nearing approval by state lawmakers.
April 22, 2012
Maine lets independent practice hygienists take x-rays
By Kathy Kincade
Independent practice dental hygienists in Maine are claiming victory with new legislation that allows them to take a broad range of x-rays in federally designated underserved areas of the state as part of a new pilot project designed to address the state's severe access-to-care issues.
April 19, 2012
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Federal judge dismisses Calif. fluoridation lawsuit
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A federal judge has ruled that a Southern California water district can legally add hydrofluosilicic acid to public drinking water even though it has not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of disease or dental caries.
April 15, 2012
Obama confident top court will uphold healthcare law
By Reuters Health
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama said on Monday he was confident the U.S. Supreme Court would uphold the healthcare reform law that has been one of the signature issues of his presidency.
April 2, 2012
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HHS issues insurance exchange rules for dental coverage
By Donna Domino
Standalone dental plans would have the same cost-sharing limits and restrictions on annual and lifetime limits as qualified health plans under the final rule issued yesterday by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
March 13, 2012
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Pa. legislation would require malpractice insurance
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Earlier this month, three Pennsylvania residents testified before the state House of Representatives Insurance Committee in support of a bill that would protect patients from dentists without insurance, according to a news story in the Reading Eagle.
February 22, 2012
FDA issues warning about battery-powered toothbrushes
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning to consumers that certain electric toothbrushes can break during use and cause serious injuries, including chipped or broken teeth, cuts to the mouth and gums, and injuries to the face and eyes.
February 15, 2012
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