Prosthodontics: Page 23

Single-tooth implants and bridges market to hit $4.7B by 2019
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The global single-tooth implants and dental bridges market will reach more than $4.7 billion by 2019, up from about $3.3 billion this year, according to a new report from Markets and Markets.
October 21, 2014
MOM free clinic treats 1,200 patients at ADA 2014
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Mission of Mercy (MOM) free dental clinic held during the ADA 2014 annual meeting in San Antonio treated a total of 1,206 patients who received dental treatment valued at $526,474, according to an ADA News story.
October 12, 2014
Univ. of Pittsburgh gets $11.8M cleft palate grant
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine have received an $11.8 million, five-year research grant from the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research to investigate the genetic roots of cleft lip and cleft palate.
October 6, 2014
Dos and don'ts for elective dentistry: Present cosmetic services effectively
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Patients want to look their best even in a down economy. After all, weddings and other life events continue to occur, and it's even more important for people to have confidence in their smiles during job interviews. Moreover, elective dentistry can help boost production with the patients you already have, Dr. Roger P. Levin advises.
October 5, 2014
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Give Back A Smile helps domestic violence survivors
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and dental professionals looking to help those who have survived devastating effects to their smiles as a result of domestic violence can do so by getting involved with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Charitable Foundation's Give Back A Smile program.
September 30, 2014
3M launches MDI mini dental implant O-Ball prosthetic head
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
3M ESPE has launched the MDI O-Ball prosthetic head O-Ball prosthetic head, designed for use with MDI hybrid implants and prosthetics.
August 10, 2014
5 ways to ensure safe dental restorations for patients
By Gary Iocco
In this Second Opinion, Gary Iocco, president of the National Association of Dental Laboratories, reminds dental professionals that poorly made dental restorations -- whether made in the U.S. or abroad -- can lead to a range of health consequences for patients and, in turn, legal consequences for dentists.
July 22, 2014
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Study: Squid sucker teeth could aid reconstructive surgery
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Proteins in squid sucker teeth may form the basis for a new generation of strong but malleable materials that could be used for reconstructive surgery, eco-friendly packaging, and other applications, according to a new study in ACS Nano.
July 9, 2014
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Cat's claw shows 'promise' as denture stomatitis treatment
By Rob Goszkowski
Denture stomatitis affects more than half of the elderly who use a denture prosthesis and can result in serious issues. Now a new study has explored the ability of a plant used in traditional Peruvian medicine known as cat's claw to treat the condition with promising results.
July 2, 2014
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A case study of mini-implants and sleep apnea
By Walter J. Kucaba, DDS
The gold standard for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea is continuous positive airway pressure. But how do you treat these patients if they wear dentures and cannot tolerate the treatment? Dr. Walter J. Kucaba offers a solution in this case study.
June 29, 2014
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RAW helps wounded veterans rebuild their oral health
By Tony Edwards
For the more than 40,000 wounded U.S. veterans returning from Afghanistan and Iraq, the problems they face involve more than just readjusting to home life. And while all veterans deserve the best care, oral health issues in these returning warriors are sometimes neglected. Rebuilding America's Warriors (RAW) is an organization dedicated to helping these veterans.
May 29, 2014
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NSU dental professor gets patent for new bonding technology
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A dental professor at the Nova Southeastern University (NSU) College of Dental Medicine has secured a U.S. patent for developing a surface modification technology to promote chemical bonding between high-performance ceramic materials, biological materials, and synthetic materials.
May 15, 2014
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