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FDA: Avoid off-label use of some bone graft substitutes in young patients

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Clinicians should avoid routine off-label use of certain bone graft substitutes in patients younger than 18 years of age with bone disorders because of the risk for serious injury, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

January 22, 2015

Pulpdent's Embrace varnish now in 12-mL tubes

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Pulpdent announced that its Embrace varnish, 5% sodium fluoride with CXP, is now available in 12-mL tubes.

January 22, 2015

Avalon offers stain-proof bioceramic for dentistry

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Avalon Biomed has launched NeoMTA Plus, a stain-proof mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) material with multiple indications for vital pulp therapy and other endodontic procedures.

January 20, 2015

Many kids in England need hospital care for early childhood caries

By Donna Domino

Nearly a third of 5-year-old children in England have caries, and it is the main reason why many young children are hospitalized, according to a new report by the Royal College of Surgeons' Faculty of Dental Surgery.

January 19, 2015

CDC updates chronic disease indicators

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has updated the chronic disease indicators (CDI) and redesigned the CDI online database.

January 14, 2015

Dux Dental adds new bur block

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Dux Dental has expanded its line of bur blocks with a new block that features drain holes to prevent rust and an attached cover to protect burs from damage.

January 14, 2015