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Dos and don'ts for ramping up hygiene productivity
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
A robust hygiene department drives practice production. Almost every patient comes through the hygiene department before moving on to other treatment. For a practice to reach its profitability potential, a full hygiene schedule is essential.
July 19, 2009
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Tissue regeneration offers less painful gum surgery option
By Kathy Kincade
Researchers from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine have developed a new application for guided tissue regeneration that they say reduces the pain and recovery time of gum grafting surgery when compared to traditional methods.
July 6, 2009
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Study: Stone Age lifestyle helps periodontal health
By Laird Harrison
When Swiss National Television proposed a reality show in which 10 people would live on a Stone Age diet -- and not brush their teeth for four weeks -- researchers at the Universities of Bern and ZĂĽrich jumped at the chance to study their teeth.
July 5, 2009
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OkayToKiss test targets bacterial source of bad breath
By Rabia Mughal
Tel Aviv University researchers have developed a pocket-sized breath test they say can detect malodorous bacteria in the mouth and alert people when their breath is less than socially desirable.
June 29, 2009
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Medactive teams with WhiteHill
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Medactive Oral Pharmaceuticals has entered into a license and supply agreement with WhiteHill Oral Technologies that gives Medactive exclusive rights to produce and market a new generation of oral care pharmaceuticals.
June 29, 2009
Tolmar to acquire Zila
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Zila has entered into a deal to be acquired by Tolmar Holding, a privately held pharmaceutical research, development, manufacturing, and commercial operations company.
June 25, 2009
Selenium could help create new antibiotics for gum disease
By Rabia Mughal
The trace mineral selenium could be the key to developing a new line of antibiotics for bacteria that cause periodontal disease, according to researchers from the University of Central Florida.
June 25, 2009
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Coffee can prevent bad breath
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Coffee extract can inhibit the bacteria that lead to bad breath, according to new research from Tel Aviv University (TAU).
June 24, 2009
Ohio lawmakers mull new hygienist regulation
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Ohio Legislature is considering a bill that would create a new type of supervision for dental hygienists working outside the dental office.
June 23, 2009
All Penn College hygiene grads pass board exam
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
All 27 of the most recent graduates of Pennsylvania College of Technology's dental hygiene major have passed the National Board Dental Hygiene Exam, the college announced.
June 23, 2009
Crown relaunches DentaBurst
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Crown Consumer Brands has announced the relaunch of DentaBurst freshening teeth cleaners. Tthe product will have an improved, longer-lasting fresh mint flavor and new packaging, the company said.
June 22, 2009
Snoasis launches placental membrane for treating gingival recession
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Snoasis Medical is initiating limited commercial distribution of BioCover, the first membrane composed of donated amnion tissue -- the innermost lining of the placenta -- for use as a wound covering in the treatment of gingival recession.
June 22, 2009
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