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Henry Schein launches finishing/polishing system
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Henry Schein has introduced the Maestro finishing and polishing system that includes a composite disks and strips kit.
September 18, 2012
State regulations for child care centers weak on oral health
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Child care center regulations in most states don't support the health standards set by the American Academy of Pediatrics, missing opportunities to prevent dental caries and obesity among millions of young children, according to a study in Pediatric Dentistry.
September 17, 2012
Oral bacteria linked with pancreatic cancer risk
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A new study in the journal Gut has found significant associations between antibodies for multiple oral bacteria and the risk of pancreatic cancer. The authors speculate that the underlying mechanisms that link Porphyromonas gingivalis to pancreatic cancer could be causal but that more research is needed.
September 17, 2012
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Delta Dental tips help seniors maintain oral health
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
During National Healthy Aging Month this September, Delta Dental is advising older adults that practicing good oral health habits is more important than ever.
September 17, 2012
JDE study authors clarify dental therapist analysis
By Howard Bailit, DMD, PhD, and Tryfon Beazoglou, PhD
Researchers from the University of Connecticut Health Center published three studies in last month's Journal of Dental Education (JDE) on the financial impact of dental therapists. Here they clarify some of the statements made in DrBicuspid.com's analysis of those studies.
September 17, 2012
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UC Davis wins $650K grant for thyroid research
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded a research grant of nearly $650,000 to the University of California (UC), Davis to investigate the effect of environmental agents on thyroid hormones and modeling how the chemicals affect organism health.
September 16, 2012
India issues treatment guidelines for buccal mucosa cancers
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Indian Council of Medical Research has issued a consensus document for the management of buccal mucosa cancers, according to a story on Pharmabiz.com.
September 16, 2012
Leaders in Dentistry: Dr. Pamela McClain, AAP president
By Kathy Kincade
In a candid interview with DrBicuspid.com, Dr. Pamela McClain -- outgoing president of the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) -- shares her thoughts on the oral-systemic health link, the need for dental practitioners to spend more time on patient education, and how her background as a hygienist has benefited her as a dentist and periodontist.
September 16, 2012
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Study compares transcrestal techniques for jaw reconstruction
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Transcrestal surgical techniques for maxillary sinus floor elevation offer an alternative for reconstructive surgery of the mandible prior to the placement of dental implants, according to a pilot study in the Journal of Oral Implantology.
September 13, 2012
iRaise sinus lift implant introduced in Hong Kong
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Maxillent, a dental implant technology company, has signed an exclusive contract with Pioneer Richteeth Medical Distribution Shanghai for the distribution of the iRaise sinus lift implant in Hong Kong.
September 13, 2012
Fluoridation tested in 4 major U.S. cities this year
By Rob Goszkowski
The water fluoridation debate has heated up in 2012, with three major U.S. cities deciding in favor of it and another city's citizens set to vote on the practice in November. In each case, city councils and voters are faced with the question, "Which side's science is right?"
September 13, 2012
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J&J to divest Reach toothpaste/floss brand?
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Johnson & Johnson is reportedly looking for a buyer for its Reach brand of toothbrushes and dental floss, according to a Wall Street Journal article.
September 12, 2012
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