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DrBicuspid.com Restoratives Insider

By Rob Goszkowski

April 29, 2013

Which endodontic sealers have the best antibacterial properties?

By Rob Goszkowski

Bacteria persisting in the root canal system after treatment can lead to reinfection and a new set of problems for dentists. With that in mind, German researchers tested 10 different sealants for their antibacterial properties and found that one performed well in every phase.

April 29, 2013

AAP task force issues peri-implantitis guidelines

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

When working with implant patients, dental professionals should identify possible peri-implant disease risk factors, establish a radiographic baseline at the time of implant placement, and continually monitor the implant's health, intervening early if inflammatory complications arise, according to an American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) report in the Journal of Periodontology.

April 28, 2013

Straumann to cut 200 jobs

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

In the first three months of 2013, the Straumann Group generated revenue of 175 million Swiss francs ($187 million), down 6% from revenues of 185 million francs ($197 million) for the same quarter a year ago.

April 28, 2013

Brasseler offers bonus product in new procedure kits

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Brasseler USA has taken 20 of its most popular procedure systems and has repackaged them to include use and technique information, along with a bonus product at a discounted price.

April 28, 2013

Study: Nitrous oxide doesn't up surgical risks

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Giving nitrous oxide as part of general anesthesia for noncardiac surgery doesn't increase the rate of complications and death, and might even decrease the risk of such events, according to a pair of new studies.

April 23, 2013