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VA dentist in infection scandal got raise in 2010
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The dentist at the Veterans' Affairs (VA) Medical Center in Ohio whose lax infection control practices potentially exposed hundreds of patients to hepatitis and HIV was recommended for a 6.2% annual raise in 2010, according to a story in the Dayton Daily News.
March 3, 2011
9 Ohio VA dental patients test positive for hepatitis
By Rob Goszkowski
Of the 535 veterans potentially exposed to hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV by a dentist at a Veterans Affairs (VA) medical center in Ohio, seven have tested positive for hepatitis C and two for chronic hepatitis B, according to VA officials.
March 1, 2011
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Are there too many toothpastes?
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The number of toothpaste varieties on the shelves of U.S. grocery stores has dropped considerably after makers became concerned about confused customers, according to an article in the Wall Street Journal.
February 28, 2011
Forsyth team IDs new dental caries pathogen
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Researchers at the Forsyth Institute have identified a new pathogen connected to severe early childhood caries. This research may offer the potential to intervene and halt the progression of the disease, according to the researchers.
February 28, 2011
Hygienist publishes book to help kids learn oral care
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A dental hygienist in Southern California has written a book designed to help children learn the importance of good dental habits, according to a story in the San Diego Union Tribune.
February 27, 2011
NYU researchers use gingival blood to ID diabetes
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A nursing-dental research team at New York University is conducting a one-year pilot grant to assess the feasibility of using gingival crevicular blood from periodontal patients to gauge hemoglobin A1C as a means of diagnosing diabetes and identifying prediabetes.
February 27, 2011
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Mydent introduces disposable jackets
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Mydent has launched its latest in healthcare apparel: Defend+plus disposable jackets.
February 23, 2011
Air Techniques receives AGD PACE accreditation
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Air Techniques has received accreditation from the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) as a Program Approval for Continuing Education (PACE) provider.
February 23, 2011
Water Pik launches kids' water flosser
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Water Pik announced the latest addition to its product line today at the Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting: the Waterpik Water Flosser for Kids, designed to help young patients who struggle with traditional floss and for those who have orthodontics appliances.
February 23, 2011
Obese patients at higher risk of perio disease
By Rabia Mughal
Dentists say they would be more willing to help patients with serious weight issues if obesity were definitively linked to oral disease. Now researchers from the University of Pittsburgh have found a positive association between periodontal disease and obesity.
February 23, 2011
2009 11 03 11 05 21 606 Obesity 70
CDS survey reveals patients' dental care habits
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
In preparation for its Midwinter Meeting this week, the Chicago Dental Society (CDS) surveyed nearly 400 Chicago-area residents about their dental habits and dental care.
February 22, 2011
Univ. of Barcelona adds Syneron laser to dental program
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Syneron Dental Lasers has entered into a long-term clinical research agreement with the University of Barcelona whereby Syneron Dental's LiteTouch laser system will be incorporated into research and teaching activities within the university's two-year master program in laser dentistry.
February 21, 2011
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