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Pew report finds economic upside to midlevel providers
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Most private-practice dentists who hire new types of dental care providers can serve more patients while maintaining or improving their financial bottom line, according to a new report from the Pew Center on the States.
December 6, 2010
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Demand for hygienists expected to grow
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
"Dental hygienist" was named as one of the best career choices in the U.S. for 2011, according to a story in U.S. News and World Report.
December 5, 2010
Survey: Oral health a priority in perception, not practice
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Americans place a high value on the importance of oral health, yet there is room for improvement when it comes to practicing proper oral hygiene at home, according to a nationwide survey by Philips Sonicare.
December 5, 2010
New toothbrushes designed to make brushing fun
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Ashtel Dental will begin marketing Brush Buddies, a new toothbrush line featuring five whimsical characters, in January 2011, the company announced.
December 2, 2010
Are obesity and periodontal disease linked?
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dentists in clinical practice can expect a higher prevalence of periodontal disease among obese adults, although the evidence pointing to a direct link between obesity and periodontal disease is limited, according to a new study in the Journal of Periodontology.
December 1, 2010
Salivary diagnostics featured at AADR symposium
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Presentations from the American Association for Dental Research (AADR) Fall Focused Symposium on Salivary Diagnostics held last month in the Washington, DC, area will be available in early 2011, according to the organization.
December 1, 2010
Most Australians report good oral health
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Nearly four out of five Australian adults rated their oral health as being good, very good, or excellent in 2008, according to a report released December 1 by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW).
November 30, 2010
Britain considers plain packaging for cigarettes
By Reuters Health
LONDON (Reuters) - The British government will consider whether to force tobacco companies to adopt plain packaging to try to reduce the attraction of smoking, according to a policy document on public health published on Tuesday.
November 30, 2010
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Does vitamin D enhance periodontal health?
By Kathy Kincade
Vitamin D can play a positive role in supporting and improving periodontal health in postmenopausal adults and pregnant women, according to two new studies in the Journal of Periodontology. But the study authors say more research is needed.
November 30, 2010
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DrBicuspid.com announces 3M ESPE's exclusive sponsorship of its Hygiene Community
TUCSON, AZ--(PRWEB)--DrBicuspid.com, the fastest growing online dental news site, announced today the exclusive sponsorship of its online Hygiene Community by 3M ESPE. Updated daily, the Hygiene Community will be a primary news and information resource for dentists, dental assistants, and hygienists interested in the latest clinical research, technology, and trends in the delivery of oral hygiene care.
November 30, 2010
Institute of Medicine revises vitamin D, calcium guidelines
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A new report from U.S. Institute of Medicine raises the recommended daily dose of vitamin D and calcium for children and adults, but cautions there is not enough evidence to support taking megadoses of the nutrients in supplement form.
November 29, 2010
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Econo-Keys launches washable, wireless keyboard
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Econo-Keys is launching the EKW-105 washable wireless keyboard this week at the Greater New York Dental Meeting in New York City.
November 28, 2010
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