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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
ADA: Dentists can help detect diabetes
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A dentist can be a valuable member of a patient's diabetes healthcare team to help check for signs of gum disease and provide tips to patients on how to maintain good oral health, according to the American Dental Association (ADA).
November 3, 2013
'Homing beacon' immune cells may treat perio disease
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Periodontal disease could be effectively treated by beckoning the right kind of immune system cells to the inflamed tissues, according to a new animal study by U.S. and Brazilian researchers published October 28 in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
October 31, 2013
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Arm & Hammer Spinbrush sponsors Mission of Mercy
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Arm & Hammer Spinbrush is sponsoring the Mission of Mercy event that will take place November 3 during the ADA 2013 conference in New Orleans.
October 31, 2013
Isolite introduces Isovac isolation adapter at ADA 2013
By Rob Goszkowski
NEW ORLEANS - Isolite Systems debuted its Isovac dental isolation adapter at the ADA 2013 annual session today. It's the company's first product designed specifically for hygiene.
October 30, 2013
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OHA, Hu-Friedy offer kids' coloring page
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Oral Health America (OHA) and dental manufacturer Hu-Friedy are encouraging kids of all ages to take care of their teeth by offering a fun coloring page for this year's Fall for Smiles campaign.
October 29, 2013
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