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GEM 21S gains CE Mark for perio, regenerative use
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
BioMimetic Therapeutics has received CE Mark approval from the European Union for its GEM (growth factor enhanced matrix) 21S product, with broader periodontal and alveolar bone regeneration indications than in the U.S. and Canada.
January 3, 2012
More U.S. periodontists offering IV sedation
By Rob Goszkowski
The American Academy of Periodontology's efforts to increase IV sedation training in postgraduate programs in the 1990s have resulted in a greater comfort level among newer doctors and increased adoption of the practice as a result.
January 3, 2012
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Fla. dental board opts for regional testing, reciprocity
By Donna Domino
Despite opposition from some members of the Florida Dental Association, the Florida Board of Dentistry has voted to switch to a regional testing system, joining the majority of states with reciprocal agreements that allow out-of-state dentists to practice there.
January 2, 2012
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Consumer Reports survey finds dental costs a barrier
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The biggest reason for delaying dental care is cost, according to a new Consumer Reports survey that asked readers to describe the dental health and cosmetic treatments they received in the last five years.
January 2, 2012
Survey to gauge dental marketing effectiveness
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
WPI Communications has launched its third annual Dental Marketing Barometer Survey.
January 2, 2012
Dental Heroes: Dr. Terry Tanaka
By Donna Domino
The California Dental Association Foundation has honored Dr. Terry Tanaka of the University of Southern California with its 2011 Humanitarian Award for his decades of work treating thousands of poor children with cleft palate and related conditions.
January 2, 2012
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Dos and don'ts for social media
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
There's no question that social media is transforming the way people communicate, and services such as Facebook and Twitter can be very helpful marketing tools for dental practices. But like any communications channel, social media must be used wisely.
January 1, 2012
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ADEPT, mobile tour
ADEPT, the Applied Dental Education Practice Tool, offers a new way for educators and students to create online, interactive dental cases that go beyond just text and multiple-choice answers.

Creating and viewing cases in ADEPT is free!
December 31, 2011
$7M from HRSA available for oral health workforce activities
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) will award up to 17 discretionary grants intended to help states address dental workforce shortages, according to an article by Targeted News Service. An estimated $7 million in funding is available, the article noted.
December 29, 2011
NHL dentist saves teeth on and off the ice
By Mary Otto
Being the official dentist for a National Hockey League (NHL) team certainly has its challenges, according to Dr. Thomas Lenz, who has filled that role with the Washington Capitals since 2005. But it offers many benefits as well.
December 29, 2011
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Dental Diaries: A wild and crazy day
By Dr. Sheri Doniger
The last working day of the year can often be one of the busiest for a dental practice. And in these times, that's a good thing.
December 28, 2011
Interstate Medicaid clinics pose threat to dentists, patients
By Dr. Michael W. Davis
Some interstate Medicaid clinics that cater primarily to low-income families have been accused of gaming the system for financial gain, putting those who work there and those who seek treatment from them at a serious disadvantage. Is it time for the dental community to intervene?
December 26, 2011
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