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Dental experts offer tips for helping smokers quit

By Rabia Mughal

Cigarettes are a leading cause of cancer, heart attacks -- and periodontal disease. Dentists can play a key role in helping patients quit smoking, according to a panel of experts at the California Dental Association Fall Scientific Session last week.

September 17, 2008

Multicenter trial to study periodontitis/diabetes link

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Researchers at Stony Brook University's School of Dental Medicine and School of Medicine received a $12.5 million five-year grant from the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research to conduct a multicenter clinical trial to evaluate whether treatment of chronic periodontitis may help to improve diabetes control.

September 14, 2008

California dental experts push prevention

By Laird Harrison

SAN FRANCISCO - Too many dentists are acting like mechanics instead of doctors, according to organizers of the California Dental Association fall meeting, which kicked off Thursday with an all-day session on caries management by risk assessment.

September 11, 2008

CDA Foundation showcases CAMBRA at conference

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The California Dental Association (CDA) Foundation is promoting a new oral health campaign at the CDA's 2008 Fall Scientific Session Conference this week in San Francisco. The campaign showcases caries management by risk assessment (CAMBRA), designed to help dentists assess the risk for cavities and other oral health problems.

September 10, 2008

Study: Oral health outreach works with newer immigrants

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Tapping into the desire to have an attractive smile is the best motivator for improving oral hygiene, and new immigrants are the most receptive to oral health messages, according to a new study to be published in the Journal of Consumer Research.

August 21, 2008

Ultreo launches toothbrush rebate program

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The power toothbrush company Ultreo this month announced "Share a Smile," a referral program that rewards both the dentist and the patient.

August 19, 2008

New bacteria could help battle tooth decay

By Rabia Mughal

British researchers have discovered a new species of bacteria that could aid in the development of better prevention methods and treatment of oral diseases.

August 18, 2008

Paradise launches flosser for orthodontic patients

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Paradise Dental Technologies has introduced a flosser that help reduce the time and hassle of flossing for patients with braces, according to the company.

August 14, 2008

Dentist uses rap to reach younger patients

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A Tennessee dentist is releasing a CD of rap music to stress the importance of proper dental care to teens, preteens, and even younger patients.

August 14, 2008

OralDNA Labs to market genetic perio disease test

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

OralDNA Labs has received a nonexclusive license from Interleukin Genetics to market, sell, and distribute Interleukin's PST Genetic Test to U.S. dental practices. The test assesses an individual's genetic risk for periodontal disease.

August 12, 2008

Study of twins shows flossing really does matter

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A new study of 51 sets of twins demonstrates what dentists have been telling their patients for years: flossing can help reduce the amount of gum-disease-causing bacteria in the mouth.

August 10, 2008

Ban lifted on Straumann regeneration products

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The FDA has lifted its ban on U.S. imports of Straumann's Biora brand of regeneration products: Emdogain, PrefGel, and Bone Ceramic, the company announced Tuesday.

August 4, 2008

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