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Dos and don'ts for cosmetic dentistry: Appearance matters
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
How your practice appears to patients who are considering cosmetic dentistry may be as important as the treatment plan presentation
August 22, 2010
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Trial date set for Fixodent zinc-poisoning lawsuit
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The first Fixodent lawsuit involving a claim that zinc in the denture adhesive caused the plaintiff to suffer debilitating neuological injuries will go to trial in June 2011, according to a story on aboutlawsuits.com.
August 18, 2010
Remedent Q1 sales jump 62%
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Remedent reported a 62% increase in net sales year over year for the first quarter of 2010, thanks to the inclusion of the company's Asian retail operations and the sale of its First Fit intellectual property.
August 15, 2010
Pa. man seeks used dentures on Craigslist
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A Pennsylvania man was so desperate to help his wife he posted an ad on Craigslist looking for used dentures because they couldn't afford new dentures after hers broke.
August 15, 2010
Analgesics not the only choice for orthodontic pain
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
While some newer pain-management techniques have been shown to be effective, analgesics remain the primary treatment choice for controlling orthodontic pain, according to a new study.
August 12, 2010
Enhanced carbamide peroxide agents reduce mineral loss
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The addition of fluoride and calcium to carbamide peroxide-based whitening agents can minimize mineral loss in tooth enamel during bleaching treatments, according to a study to be published in the September 2010 Quintessence International.
August 12, 2010
New studies highlight tongue piercing risks
By Donna Domino
New evidence lends further support to the need for dentists to caution patients about the dangers of tongue piercing, which can lead to severe infections, chipped and fractured teeth, gingival recession, and even death.
August 10, 2010
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Cosmetic dentist calls extreme makeovers risky
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
After almost 25 years in the profession, Michael Zuk, D.D.S., has become an outspoken critic of the cosmetic dental industry, especially those dentists he says take advantage of the public's desire for perfect teeth.
August 9, 2010
Smile Pink campaign supports breast cancer research
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
More than 500 dentists from around the U.S. have joined forces in a new initiative aimed at promoting early detection of breast cancer.
August 9, 2010
Breast-feeding found to reduce ortho problems
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Babies who breast-feed exclusively are less likely to engage in thumb sucking and other "non-nutritive sucking habits," with benefits for their teeth, researchers at the University of Naples have concluded.
August 8, 2010
Facial asymmetry assessment affects orthodontic treatment
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Accurately assessing facial asymmetry in orthodontic patients is critical to proper diagnosis and treatment planning, according to a study in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.
August 4, 2010
Dentists move to the front lines on sleep disorders: Part 2
By Erin Archer, RN
Dentists are being urged to play a more central role in screening patients for obstructive sleep apnea and related disorders. Can they also help treat patients who suffer from these chronic and potentially hazardous conditions?
August 4, 2010
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