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Proposed bill follows VA infection-control scandal
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
U.S. Rep. Mike Turner (R-OH) is introducing federal legislation that would let the government fine and imprison for up to one year U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration employees who intentionally fail to follow infection-control practices, according to a story in the Dayton Daily News.
August 21, 2011
New infection-control rules take effect in Calif.
By Kathy Kincade
Dental professionals in California, take note: New infection-control regulations announced by the Dental Board of California took effect August 20. And some dental team members may not be too happy with the changes.
August 21, 2011
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OSAP seeking submissions for 2012 symposium
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) is looking for dental care professionals to conduct seminars, presentations, and workshops at its 2012 symposium.
August 17, 2011
Leaders in Dentistry: A conversation with Dr. Donald Clem
By Rabia Mughal
Should dentists screen for conditions such as heart disease and diabetes? What role can midlevel providers play in improving access to care? Do soft-tissue lasers add clinical value to periodontal disease treatment? Dr. Donald S. Clem III, president of the American Academy of Periodontology, shares his thoughts on these key issues.
August 16, 2011
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Ore. law supports dental therapist pilot projects
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Oregon Gov. John Kitzhaber has signed into law a bill that will allow the Oregon Health Authority to establish pilot projects for dental therapists and community dental health educators.
August 15, 2011
Mydent offers nitrile gloves
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Mydent International has expanded its line of dental gloves with Defend nitrile exam gloves.
August 14, 2011
Bacteria linked with early caries found in infant saliva
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A new University of Illinois study confirms the presence of bacteria associated with early childhood caries (ECC) in infant saliva.
August 14, 2011
Gastroesophageal reflux not linked with dental erosion in kids
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Location-specific dental erosion is not associated with gastroesophageal reflux (GER), salivary flow, or bacterial load, according to a new study in Gastroenterology.
August 14, 2011
Probiotic breath mints help whiten teeth
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Nutri-Health Supplements, formulator of the Flora Source Multi-Probiotic, has introduced a once-daily probiotic mint, FloraBright Healthy Breath Mints, designed to whiten teeth and maintain optimal oral health.
August 14, 2011
Saturated fatty acids linked to periodontal disease
By Rosemary Frei, MSc
Could filling up on saturated fatty acids be bad not only for your body but your teeth as well? The authors of a study in the Journal of Dental Research suggest it could be, given fatty acid's tendency to prompt an inflammatory response.
August 14, 2011
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OSAP appoints director of research, scientific affairs
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Organization for Safety, Asepsis, and Prevention (OSAP) has named Charles John Palenik, PhD, its inaugural director of research and scientific affairs.
August 10, 2011
Unique Oral Health Rinse
Evelina Leece, Sr. Marketing Manager of Sunstar's Professional Division, discusses PerioShield's unique plaque-blocking technology. The new oral rinse will be available in stores soon! For more information, visit perioshield.gumbrand.com.
August 9, 2011
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