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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

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

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

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

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

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

Heraeus Kulzer launches PALA cre-active light-curing color fluid system

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Heraeus Kulzer has launched its PALA cre-active, a light-curing color fluid system used for the customized characterization of dentures, in the U.S.

May 12, 2014

Ohio man dies from untreated tooth infection

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A 31-year-old Ohio man passed away in April of a blood infection stemming from a tooth infection.

May 7, 2014

Lawsuit alleges poor dental care in Mich. prisons

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A newly filed lawsuit against the Michigan Department of Corrections claims that the state's prison system provides inadequate dental care to inmates, causing them to lose teeth and wait years for dentures.

May 5, 2014

CDA provides $1.5M in dental services during 2-day clinic

By Donna Domino

The California Dental Association's (CDA) recent CDA Cares free dental clinic in Vallejo, CA, provided $1.5 million in dental services during the two-day event. Nearly 1,800 volunteers, including dentists, hygienists, dental assistants, and lab technicians, helped provide services to almost 2,000 patients.

May 4, 2014

ACP promotes National Prosthodontics Awareness Week

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The American College of Prosthodontists (ACP) is highlighting National Prosthodontics Awareness Week, which is April 6-12 this year.

April 2, 2014

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