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Report: Drawbacks of amalgam overshadow advantages

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Substituting alternative materials for mercury-based dental fillings has less negative impact on human health and the environment, according to a new report by the Health Care Research Collaborative.

June 12, 2012

ADA to broaden porcelain/ceramics CDT definition

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The ADA will broaden its definition of porcelain/ceramic materials in its Code on Dental Procedures and Nomenclature (CDT Code) for insurance reimbursement, in response to requests from 3M ESPE and others in the dental community.

June 12, 2012

BU researchers create novel implant knife

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The Fraunhofer Center for Manufacturing Innovation has selected two Boston University (BU) researchers' idea for a novel piezoelectric knife design and implant as one of two research projects the center will support this year.

June 12, 2012

Komet expands line of grinding instruments

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Komet has expanded its line of DCB (diamonds with ceramic bond) abrasives.

June 11, 2012

Surveys: Isolite system improves productivity

By Rob Goszkowski

Practitioners who use the Isolite system say that it increases productivity and efficiency, according to two surveys presented at the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry's recent annual session. However, they also noted a gap in training with the device in academic settings.

June 11, 2012

Phoenix ponders end to fluoridation

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Phoenix's City Council Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee will decide whether the whole City Council should vote to end water fluoridation, the Arizona Republic reported.

June 10, 2012

Study finds dental implants may cause damage

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Researchers from King's College London are warning that cases of permanent nerve damage caused by dental implants could increase if steps are not taken to address risks and prevent injury.

June 7, 2012

Calif. dentist, anesthesiologist liable in fatal sedation case

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A Southern California dentist and anesthesiologist lost a medical malpractice lawsuit filed by the daughter of a patient who died after being sedated prior to dental implant surgery.

June 7, 2012

Peers, community help teens quit sugary drinks

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A peer- and community-driven education program appears to be a successful vehicle to encourage high school students in Appalachia to reduce their intake of sugared drinks, according to a study in PRISM: A Journal of Regional Engagement.

June 6, 2012

Leaders in Dentistry: Dr. Ronald Bulard

By Rob Goszkowski

Dr. Ronald Bulard, founder of Imtec and CEO of Park Dental, has been a driving force in dental implantology for more than 20 years. Here he discusses the history of mini-implants and the ongoing need for innovation in the implant industry.

June 6, 2012

U.S. dental groups voice amalgam support

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A coalition of 10 dental organizations has voiced its support for the continued use of dental amalgam in a letter to the U.S. government in anticipation of a United Nations meeting considering a ban on its future usage, the ADA News reported.

June 5, 2012

Rocky Mountain Dental Institute classes earn ICOI credentials

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Rocky Mountain Dental Institute classes now count towards the designation of International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI) Fellow.

June 5, 2012

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