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Liposuction helps head/neck cancer patients

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Liposuction is a novel and minimally invasive procedure for treating persistent submental lymphedema in patients with previous head and neck cancer, according to researchers from Dalhousie University.

June 11, 2012

Surveys: Isolite system improves productivity

By Rob Goszkowski

Practitioners who use the Isolite system say that it increases productivity and efficiency, according to two surveys presented at the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry's recent annual session. However, they also noted a gap in training with the device in academic settings.

June 11, 2012

Dental plaque may increase risk of early cancer death

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Persistent dental plaque may increase the risk of dying early from cancer, according to a Swedish study published in the online journal BMJ Open.

June 11, 2012

Phoenix ponders end to fluoridation

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Phoenix's City Council Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee will decide whether the whole City Council should vote to end water fluoridation, the Arizona Republic reported.

June 10, 2012

Study finds dental implants may cause damage

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Researchers from King's College London are warning that cases of permanent nerve damage caused by dental implants could increase if steps are not taken to address risks and prevent injury.

June 7, 2012

Study reveals how pathogenic bacteria survive

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

University of Maryland researchers have discovered how pathogenic bacteria survive in animals and humans, a finding that could produce new ways to fight infections, according to a study in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

June 7, 2012

Calif. dentist, anesthesiologist liable in fatal sedation case

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A Southern California dentist and anesthesiologist lost a medical malpractice lawsuit filed by the daughter of a patient who died after being sedated prior to dental implant surgery.

June 7, 2012

Peers, community help teens quit sugary drinks

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A peer- and community-driven education program appears to be a successful vehicle to encourage high school students in Appalachia to reduce their intake of sugared drinks, according to a study in PRISM: A Journal of Regional Engagement.

June 6, 2012

Vigilant Biosciences names new CEO

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Vigilant Biosciences, developer of a "rinse and spit" screening test for the early detection of oral cancer, has appointed David Barshis as its new CEO.

June 6, 2012

Leaders in Dentistry: Dr. Ronald Bulard

By Rob Goszkowski

Dr. Ronald Bulard, founder of Imtec and CEO of Park Dental, has been a driving force in dental implantology for more than 20 years. Here he discusses the history of mini-implants and the ongoing need for innovation in the implant industry.

June 6, 2012

U.S. dental groups voice amalgam support

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A coalition of 10 dental organizations has voiced its support for the continued use of dental amalgam in a letter to the U.S. government in anticipation of a United Nations meeting considering a ban on its future usage, the ADA News reported.

June 5, 2012

DrBicuspid.com Oral Cancer & Diagnostics Insider

By Donna Domino

June 5, 2012

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