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FDA to require graphic warnings on cigarette packs
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Starting in 2011, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will require tobacco companies to include stronger warnings and graphic images on cigarette packages depicting the negative health consequences of smoking, including oral cancer.
November 9, 2010
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Defensin-mimetics effective against microbial biofilms
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
PolyMedix's investigational defensin-mimetic compounds exhibited both anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activity against microbial biofilms that cause infections of the oral cavity in two studies in the December issue of Molecular Oral Microbiology, the company announced.
November 8, 2010
Delta Dental joins Facebook, offers free toothbrushes
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana have joined Facebook and is celebrating by giving away professional-grade sonic toothbrushes.
November 8, 2010
New Dr. Fresh website features November discounts
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Fresh has relaunched its professional website with a streamlined new look and special offers.
November 8, 2010
Growth factor enhances perio tissue regrowth
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Topical application of the growth factor FGF-2 enhances the regeneration of human periodontal tissue in patients with periodontitis, according to a new study in the Journal of Dental Research.
November 8, 2010
W.Va. collecting data on kids' oral health
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
West Virginia is conducting a survey of the oral health of its children -- the first time the state has ever done so, according to a story by West Virginia Public Broadcasting.
November 7, 2010
iKey keyboard compatible with Sterrad sterilization system
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
iKey has announced that its DW-860 keyboard is now compatible with the Sterrad 100NX sterilization system.
November 4, 2010
DentalEZ launches weekly 'vlog' for hygienists
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
DentalEZ has introduced DEZiree the Dental Hygienist, the star of a new video blog called the the DEZiree Show.
November 3, 2010
AAP president, president-elect installed
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) Board of Trustees installed both its president and president-elect, Donald S. Clem III, D.D.S., and Pamela McClain, D.D.S., respectively, during its annual meeting in Hawaii.
November 3, 2010
Infection control to become part of state oral health programs
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Organization for Safety, Asepsis, and Prevention (OSAP) will assist the Association of State and Territorial Dental Directors in incorporating infection prevention and control efforts, as well as patient and staff safety, into state oral health program activities, OSAP announced.
November 1, 2010
Crosstex offers adjustable medical face masks
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Medical face mask maker Crosstex has launched a new generation of ear-loop medical face masks. With a patent-pending design, SecureFit ear-loop medical face masks enable wearers to quickly and easily adjust the mask for a more secure and customized fit, according to the company.
October 31, 2010
Lares introduces low-priced dental lasers
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Lares Research has introduced the LightWalker line of lasers, the first hard- and soft-tissue laser series for dentistry priced less than $30,000, the company announced.
October 31, 2010
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