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Merck wins latest Fosamax/ONJ lawsuit
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A state court in New Jersey has found in favor of Merck in the Rosenberg v. Merck case, rejecting the claims of a woman who blamed her dental and jaw-related problems on her Fosamax use.
February 13, 2011
Closing arguments heard in Fosamax/ONJ trial
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
No causal relationship between oral bisphosphonates and osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) has been has been established, according to Christy Jones, attorney for Merck, during closing arguments February 10 in the Rosenberg v. Merck Fosamax trial.
February 10, 2011
New ONJ studies are some of biggest to date
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Two new studies published in the Journal of Dental Research could lead to the development of better definitions for ONJ. These studies represent some of the largest published studies to date on ONJ patients.
February 10, 2011
Spectroscopic technique could make laser surgery safer
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Diffuse reflectance spectroscopy could be used as a feedback mechanism to prevent iatrogenic nerve damage during oral and maxillofacial laser surgery, according to a study in the Journal of Translational Medicine.
February 9, 2011
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FTC case against NC dental board to be heard Feb. 17
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has denied a motion by the North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners to dismiss an FTC complaint that the dental board is trying to stifle competition by blocking nondentists from providing teeth-whitening services.
February 7, 2011
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Website lets consumers rate teeth-whitening products
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
TeethWhiteningReviews.com, an informational website for consumers, is powering a new website that encourages consumers to evaluate their experience with certain teeth-whitening products based on price, usability, and how effective the treatment was, then offers a five-star rating system for the product.
February 7, 2011
Illumibrite signs China distributor
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
China PharmaHub, a biopharmaceutical acquisition and development company, has signed an exclusive agreement to be a distributor for Illumibrite, which markets the Illumibrite professional teeth-whitening system and Gel Savers trays in the U.S. China PharmaHub will have the exclusive distribution rights in China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Macau for the promotion, sale, and delivery of Illumibrite's product line.
February 6, 2011
FDA calls for review of TMJ implants
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has ordered three manufacturers of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) implants to conduct postmarket surveillance studies to determine the length of time before the implants are removed or replaced due to pain or other reasons.
February 6, 2011
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Allcare reportedly on the verge of bankruptcy
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Allcare Dental & Dentures is preparing to file for bankruptcy, according to a story in the Buffalo News.
February 3, 2011
Tenn. legalizes Botox use for oral surgeons
By Rabia Mughal
The Tennessee dental board has approved the use of Botox injections by oral and maxillofacial surgeons and considerations are under way that might allow general dentists to use the drug in the future.
February 3, 2011
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Patterson Dental to distribute sleep apnea product
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Patterson Dental and Airway Management have entered into a partnership to distribute Airway Management's Thornton Adjustable Positioner (TAP 3), an appliance for treating obstructive sleep apnea, to dental professionals.
February 2, 2011
Allcare faces mounting legal troubles
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Allcare Dental & Dentures is facing more legal woes as three Erie, PA, businesses are suing the company for unpaid services, according to an Associated Press story.
February 2, 2011
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