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Anticoagulation therapy reduces clot risk for HNC patients
By Donna Domino
Head and neck cancer (HNC) patients who are hospitalized after surgery and do not receive anticoagulation therapy have an increased risk of blood clots, according to a study in JAMA Otolaryngology--Head & Neck Surgery.
October 7, 2013
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Heraeus Kulzer launches xantasil alginate substitute
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Heraeus Kulzer has launched xantasil, its new alginate substitute, in the North American market.
October 6, 2013
Ritter to unveil implant kit at ADA 2013
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Ritter Dental USA is launching a new product marketing program for implants and crowns at this year's ADA Annual Session, which will take place in New Orleans from October 31 through November 3.
October 3, 2013
Study: High-dose statins reduce gum inflammation in heart disease patients
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Statins, commonly prescribed medications for lowering cholesterol, also reduced inflammation associated with periodontal disease in a new study in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.
October 2, 2013
Heraeus Kulzer launches new impression material
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Heraeus Kulzer has launched its new Flexitime Monophase Pro Scan impression material.
October 2, 2013
Study: Fluoridated water not linked to hip fracture risk
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Chronic exposure to fluoridated water is not associated with an increased risk of hip fracture, according to a study published in the Journal of Dental Research. Researchers studied a large cohort of Swedish residents chronically exposed to various fluoride levels and found they did not have an increased risk of hip fracture.
October 2, 2013
New 3M ESPE impression material sets in 75 seconds
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
3M ESPE has introduced its ESPE Imprint 4 VPS impression material, a material that has a 75-second set time.
October 1, 2013
Squamous cell carcinoma of tongue more deadly in young than old
By Donna Domino
Young patients with recurrent squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the tongue have 100% fatality rates within 16 months of its appearance compared with a 50% three-year disease specific survival among older patients, according to a new study in Oral Oncology.
October 1, 2013
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Oragenics, Intrexon partner on probiotics for oral disease
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Oragenics has partnered with Intrexon to develop and commercialize genetically modified probiotics for the treatment of diseases of the oral cavity, throat, sinus, and esophagus.
September 30, 2013
Komet launches F360 endodontic file system
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Komet has launched the F360 endodontic file system, which features a simplified sequence that requires only two files.
September 30, 2013
Study offers tips for managing ONJ in cancer patients
By Kathy Kincade
The increasing use of bisphosphonates to treat osteoporosis and the role these drugs can play in the development of osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) in cancer patients are a growing concern. Dentists need to be aware of ONJ risks and complications, and work to actively detect, prevent, and treat this condition, according to a new study in Oral Oncology.
September 30, 2013
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CDA launches campaign to rethink sports drinks
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The California Dental Association (CDA) is encouraging parents and children to "rethink your drink" before consuming a sugary sports drink or juice during fall sports and school this fall.
September 29, 2013
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