Periodontics: Page 59

More patients test positive in Okla. infection scandal
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Oklahoma health officials have confirmed that 100 patients of oral surgeon W. Scott Harrington, DMD, have now tested positive for hepatitis and HIV.
November 14, 2013
In-office oral care product sales increase
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Sales of professional oral care products in the U.S. grew at a 5.1% compound annual growth rate during the last three years, according to a new report by Kline & Company.
November 12, 2013
Dental therapist provides oral care in remote Alaska
By Rob Goszkowski
Conan Murat was one of the first dental therapists to provide treatment in remote areas of tribal Alaska. Now, an article outlining his experiences and unique perspective on the dental therapist's place in dentistry has been published in Health Affairs.
November 12, 2013
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Drug may guard against periodontitis
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A drug now used to treat intestinal worms could protect people from periodontitis, according to a new study in Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy.
November 10, 2013
Philips launches Sonicare DiamondClean Black, Zoom updates at ADA 2013
By Donna Domino
Philips introduced a cool, sleek black DiamondClean version of its Sonicare toothbrush line at the ADA's annual meeting in New Orleans. The company also released DayWhite and NiteWhite versions of its Zoom at-home whitening kits.
November 10, 2013
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Infection-control safeguards are key for dental practices
By Donna Domino
The importance of maintaining adequate safeguards for infection control was discussed during an ADA 2013 session in New Orleans. Infection-control breaches have killed patients and left several patients infected with hepatitis and HIV, said an infection-control expert.
November 10, 2013
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Why a hygienist should pick out your toothbrush
By Rob Goszkowski
Dental hygienists can lead the way in helping patients select over-the-counter (OTC) products that are right for them. To do that effectively, they have to be knowledgeable about what's available. Judy Bendit, RDH, taught an audience at last week's ADA Annual Session in New Orleans how to build their OTC product knowledge.
November 7, 2013
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ADAA, DANB announce scholarship winners
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The American Dental Assistants Association (ADAA) and the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) have announced the winners of the groups' scholarship awards.
November 6, 2013
MOM clinic treats more than 800 at ADA 2013
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
More than 800 New Orleans residents received cleanings, restorative and specialty care, dentures, and x-rays during the ADA's Mission of Mercy (MOM) charity dental clinic, which was held during the group's annual meeting.
November 4, 2013
Kan. mediation over MLPs ends without agreement
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Deliberations aimed at resolving a dispute over whether to allow midlevel dental practitioners (MLPs) in Kansas have ended without agreement.
November 4, 2013
Panel creates dental therapist education standards
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A panel of academic experts has developed a set of evidence-based national standards for education programs that train midlevel providers, also known as dental therapists, in the U.S.
November 4, 2013
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Brush Buddies releases sonic toothbrush
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Brush Buddies is now offering its Soniclean Pro line of sonic toothbrushes.
November 3, 2013
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