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Medline VAPrevent oral care system easier to use

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Medline has enhanced its VAPrevent oral care program, which was created to help clinicians complete oral care on ventilated patients to reduce the risk of ventilator-associated pneumonia.

January 4, 2012

Probiotic ice cream may help fight caries

By Rob Goszkowski

An Indian study that evaluated the effects of probiotic ice cream on bacteria associated with saliva yielded promising results. While little research has been conducted on the potential for foods containing probiotics, the new findings suggest this approach to battling demineralization and caries warrants a deeper look.

January 4, 2012

Mass. college gets $1.25M for dental hygiene program

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Cape Cod Community College in West Barnstable, MA, has received $1.25 million toward the renovation of its dental hygiene clinic and classrooms -- the largest single gift in the school's history.

January 3, 2012

Dr. Fresh expands to meet increased demand

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Dr. Fresh is in the process of installing a toothpaste manufacturing facility and expanding its mouthwash production at its Buena Park, CA, headquarters.

January 3, 2012

More U.S. periodontists offering IV sedation

By Rob Goszkowski

The American Academy of Periodontology's efforts to increase IV sedation training in postgraduate programs in the 1990s have resulted in a greater comfort level among newer doctors and increased adoption of the practice as a result.

January 3, 2012

Woman sues Colgate-Palmolive over broken toothbrush

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A Canadian woman has sued Colgate-Palmolive Canada, alleging that one of the company's toothbrushes broke while she was using it, causing severe injuries to her mouth.

January 2, 2012