Dental Hygiene: Page 405

Vt. senator addresses U.S. dental challenges
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Vermont is making progress in its efforts to improve access to affordable dental care, but more must be done across the U.S. to address its oral health crisis, according to U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT).
June 3, 2012
ADA supports NYC's proposed beverage ban
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The ADA is applauding New York City's proposed ban on large servings of soda and sugary beverages.
June 3, 2012
Study: HNC treatment side effects often unreported
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Patients with head and neck cancer (HNC) may be at risk for significant late effects after treatment, but they're unlikely to discuss it with their doctors, according to a new University of Pennsylvania study.
June 3, 2012
Dental implant group sues over name
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The American Academy of Implant Dentistry is suing a new implant group for allegedly trying to pass itself off as the older group to unfairly recruit dentists looking for implant training and credentials.
June 3, 2012
House committee votes to repeal medical device tax
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The U.S. House of Representatives' Committee on Ways and Means on May 31 voted 23-11 to repeal the medical device tax in the Affordable Care Act.
May 31, 2012
Quest launches thyroid cancer detection test
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Quest Diagnostics has developed a new molecular test panel designed to help clinicians determine if a thyroid gland is cancerous and requires surgical removal.
May 30, 2012
NYC moves to ban large sugary drinks
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
In an attempt to battle the rising obesity level, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg is proposing to ban the sale of large sodas and other sugary drinks at restaurants, movie theaters, and streetcars throughout the city, according to an article in the New York Times.
May 30, 2012
Genetics play key role in nicotine addiction, cessation
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The same gene variations that make it difficult to stop smoking also increase the likelihood that heavy smokers will respond to nicotine-replacement therapy and drugs that thwart cravings, a new study shows.
May 30, 2012
Fluoride debate returns to Wichita, Kan.
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The fluoride debate is heating up again this week in Wichita, KS, the fourth largest city in the U.S. without fluoridated water.
May 30, 2012
Health Net awards $175K in grants to Calif. clinics
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Health Net Foundation is providing $175,000 in grants to 12 California school-based health centers and community medical clinics to further their efforts in helping prevent childhood and adult dental problems.
May 24, 2012
C3 Jian moves forward with oral health drug
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has accepted an investigational new drug application from C3 Jian for the company's synthetic peptide, designed to target Streptococcus mutans and other oral bacteria.
May 23, 2012
Debate flares up about Milwaukee's fluoridated water
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A Milwaukee alderman has started a heated debate after revealing earlier this week that he intends to introduce legislation to end the city's water fluoridation program.
May 23, 2012
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