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Endosseous implants most reported dental device linked to adverse events
By Rabia Mughal
Your dental practice uses a range of devices every day, but do you consider that some of them come with the slight risk of accidents or injury? A new study has found that more than 28,000 adverse event reports associated with dental devices were filed with the FDA during a 15-year period, with endosseous implants the most frequently reported device.
March 2, 2015
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Chicago Midwinter 2015: OSAP set to launch Safest Dental Visit program
By Donna Domino
CHICAGO - The Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) announced at the 150th Chicago Midwinter Meeting that it will launch the Safest Dental Visit infection-control education program this spring. A coalition of clinicians, manufacturers, and infection-control educators will work together to ensure patient safety and safe practice environments during dental visits.
March 1, 2015
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CloSYS launches mint-flavored oral rinse at Chicago Midwinter
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
CloSYS launched its new preflavored, alcohol-free oral healthcare rinse at the 2015 Chicago Midwinter Meeting.
February 26, 2015
Brasseler announces rebrand at Chicago Midwinter
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Brasseler USA has launched a new branding initiative at the 2015 Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting. The rebranding, which includes a refreshed logo, will take place throughout this year and beyond.
February 26, 2015
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Patterson launches educational campaign on gray-market products
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Patterson Dental has launched an educational campaign to help protect dentists and their patients from purchasing or using potentially unsafe dental products, or gray-market products. The initiative will largely be orchestrated through its new website, www.DentalSupplyIntegrity.com.
February 26, 2015
Rutgers study focuses on rare perio disease in African-American kids
By Donna Domino
A rare form of periodontitis that affects African-American children is the focus of a study by researchers at the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. A $3.2 million National Institutes of Health grant will pinpoint biological markers in saliva that can predict whether bone loss will occur from the disease and which teeth it will affect before there are symptoms.
February 26, 2015
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Chicago Midwinter 2015: Good ergonomics can preserve your dental career
By Donna Domino
CHICAGO - Good ergonomics can preserve the longevity of your dental career, according to a presentation at the 150th Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting. Being mindful of your working techniques can enhance your dexterity and preserve your strength while avoiding neck and back pain.
February 26, 2015
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Patterson, AADOM launch OHA giving campaign
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Patterson Dental and the American Association of Dental Office Managers (AADOM) have launched a yearlong initiative to raise funds for Oral Health America (OHA) Smiles Across America (SAA) program.
February 25, 2015
New literature review confirms Waterpik water flosser safety
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Published studies confirm that Water Pik's water flosser is safe and effective, according to a new literature review in the Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry.
February 25, 2015
Chicago Midwinter 2015 opening sees new product launches
By Tony Edwards
CHICAGO - Lasers, tablet technology, and new printers were among the new products introduced on the first day of the 150th Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting. Companies including Convergent, AMD Lasers, BaseVac, Millenium Dental, and 3D Systems launched new or upgraded products.
February 25, 2015
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Tooth fairy's generosity hits record high in 2014
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The tooth fairy was feeling more generous than ever in 2014 by leaving an estimated $255 million for lost teeth. The average gift for a tooth hit a record high of $4.36 last year, which is up from $3.50 in 2013, according to Delta Dental's annual Original Tooth Fairy Poll.
February 25, 2015
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Bone fracture risk tool may identify periodontitis in older women
By Theresa Pablos
A tool that evaluates whether older women are at risk for osteoporotic fractures may also be able to determine if they are at risk for periodontal disease, according to a recent study published in Menopause.
February 25, 2015
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