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Biomarker may predict head/neck cancer outcomes
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Researchers at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and the University Hospital for Einstein have found a biomarker in head and neck cancers that can predict whether a patient's tumor will be life-threatening.
January 23, 2012
Dentist pleads guilty in paper clip fraud case
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A former Fall River, MA, dentist has pleaded guilty to Medicaid fraud charges for inserting pieces of paper clips into patients' mouths as posts in root canals instead of using standard posts made of stainless steel.
January 23, 2012
Kettenbach introduces Identium in 1:1 cartridges
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Kettenbach has introduced Identium, a vinylsiloxanether impression material for the one-step impression technique.
January 23, 2012
Heartland dentists to use VELscope Vx
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
LED Dental's VELscope Vx oral cancer screening system has been approved for use by the dentists affiliated with Heartland Dental Care.
January 22, 2012
J. Morita expands TwinPower Turbine line
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
J. Morita has expanded its TwinPower Turbine product line with the addition of the mini Ultra series.
January 22, 2012
Tactile imaging sensor can help ID tumors
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Researchers from Temple University have developed a tactile imaging sensor that could help doctors identify cancerous tumors earlier.
January 22, 2012
Brushless toothbrush aids receding gums
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A New York dentist has launched a brushless toothbrush designed to decrease tooth decay and gum disease.
January 22, 2012
All-ceramic restorations shine in long-term study
By Rob Goszkowski
Just how reliable are all-ceramic restorations? A new study examining 1,335 all-ceramic restorations placed between 1987 and 2009 determined that they have a 93.5% probability of survival over 10 years.
January 22, 2012
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IADR/AADR workshop focuses on fluoride use in Asia
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The International and American Associations for Dental Research (IADR/AADR) have published the proceedings from the Workshop on Effective Use of Fluoride in Asia, which took place March 22-24, 2011, in Phang Nga, Thailand.
January 19, 2012
Gold nanorods improve head/neck cancer therapy
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Radiation therapy is an important part of head and neck cancer therapy, but most of these tumors have a built-in mechanism that makes them resistant to radiation. To overcome this resistance, researchers have developed a nanoparticle formulation that interferes with the resistance mechanism, and, as a result, increases the efficacy of radiation therapy in a mouse model of head and neck cancer.
January 19, 2012
WV physicians added to kids' oral health program
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Certain pediatricians, general and family practice physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants in West Virginia are now eligible to be reimbursed for providing certain oral healthcare services.
January 18, 2012
Water Pik marks 50th anniversary
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
From 1962 to 2012, Water Pik is celebrating 50 years of business. To mark the anniversary, the company will be giving away five products every day from January 18-31.
January 17, 2012
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