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Simple approach helps ID perio disease in pregnant women

By Rabia Mughal

Research has shown that pregnant women are susceptible to periodontal disease. Now a new study finds that dentists can target those at high risk by asking them one simple question.

June 12, 2011

Ore. debates expanding hygienists' scope of practice

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Legislation that would expand the scope of practice of Oregon dental hygienists has been approved by the state Joint Committee on Ways and Means following "three contentious votes," according to a story in the Lund Report.

June 9, 2011

OHA, Dental Trade Alliance team up for public campaign

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Oral Health America (OHA) is gearing up to launch its second annual Fall for Smiles public messaging campaign, conducted in collaboration with Oral Healthcare Can't Wait, an initiative of the Dental Trade Alliance.

June 9, 2011

Cantel Medical reports record Q3 sales

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Cantel Medical, a provider of infection prevention and control products for dental and medical use, reported record sales of $82.6 million for the third quarter of 2011, a 24% increase compared with sales of $66.5 million for the same quarter a year ago.

June 9, 2011

Del. dentist honored for helping needy families

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A Wilmington, DE, dentist has won recognition by the Crusade Against Cavities program sponsored by Dr. Fresh Dental for providing pediatric dental services to uninsured, needy families in the area.

June 7, 2011

Many in U.K. skip brushing before bed

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Nearly half of the U.K. population (47%) has admitted to regularly skipping brushing their teeth at bedtime, putting their oral health at risk, according to a survey conducted by the British Dental Health Foundation.

June 6, 2011