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Tea contains more fluoride than once thought
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Black tea may contain higher concentrations of fluoride than previously thought, which could pose problems for heavy tea drinkers, said researchers during a presentation July 14 at the 2010 International Association for Dental Research (IADR) conference in Barcelona, Spain.
July 13, 2010
Hayes launches cleaning wipes for handpieces
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Hayes Handpiece is now offering Tidy Whities, the first cleaning wipes specifically designed for handpieces and hand instruments.
July 13, 2010
Biolase announces layoffs, management change
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Biolase Technology has eliminated 20 positions and made additional cost-cutting measures across the organization to "better position the company for future profitability," the company announced.
July 13, 2010
Fired tech says she warned VA about unclean equipment
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A technician who previously worked at the John Cochran St. Louis Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center told the U.S. House Committee on Veterans' Affairs that she had warned officials about unsanitary dental equipment at the hospital but her concerns were ignored and she ultimately lost her job, according to an Associated Press story.
July 12, 2010
New ADHA president takes office
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Caryn Loftis-Solie, R.D.H., was inaugurated as the 2010-2011 president of the American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) last month at the association's annual meeting in Las Vegas.
July 12, 2010
3M sponsors infection-control contest
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
To highlight innovative infection prevention practices across the U.S. and showcase original ways of improving patient care, the 3M Infection Prevention Division is sponsoring the 3M Innovation Award YouTube Video Contest.
July 12, 2010
How does a laser kill bacteria?
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The inactivation of certain bacteria found in the oral cavity occurs through a photothermal rather than photochemical process, according to a study in the Journal of Biophotonics.
July 11, 2010
New air sanitizer releases OSHA-compliant vapor
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Prolitec has introduced an air-sanitizing device for use in dental and medical offices, assisted-living facilities, hospitals, and other enclosed spaces.
July 11, 2010
Colgate promotes oral health awareness on Gulf Coast
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Colgate-Palmolive has teamed up with three National Football League players from the New Orleans Saints to champion good oral health among Gulf Coast children.
July 8, 2010
Violight less effective on bacteria than Listerine, hydrogen peroxide
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Violight ultraviolet-light toothbrush sanitizer was less effective than Listerine and hydrogen peroxide in reducing bacteria on a toothbrush head, according to a study to be published in the Journal of Dentistry.
July 8, 2010
Ranir expands oral care line with acquisition
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Ranir, a manufacturer of consumer oral care products, has acquired Synpart, a European supplier of store brand oral care products, from HemCon Medical Technologies.
July 7, 2010
Survey finds poor oral care in Beijing
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Fewer than half of middle-aged residents in Beijing clean their teeth even twice a week, and no more than 1% use dental floss, according to a story in the China Daily.
July 5, 2010
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