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CDA endorses PureLife amalgam separator
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The California Dental Association (CDA) has endorsed the PureLife Dental ECO II amalgam separator for its members.
June 25, 2017
Getting to the root of dentinal defects
By Lori Roniger
Do newer instruments for preparing root canals induce small dentinal defects that can lead to root fractures, or have improvements in nickel titanium alloys alleviated this potential problem? Since the evidence is unclear, a new study used microcomputed tomography to analyze dentinal defects in root canals prepared with various instruments.
June 22, 2017
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New start-up lets dentists rate dental labs
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Start-up LabWorthy has developed a new website that allows dentists to rate and review dental labs.
June 21, 2017
U.S. appeals court upholds decision for AAID over Texas board
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A U.S. appeals court has affirmed a lower court's decision in favor of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) that the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners' rule on dental specialist advertising is unconstitutional.
June 20, 2017
The causes of root sensitivity
By Dr. Alvin Danenberg
Dr. Alvin Danenberg recently consulted with a patient with a long-standing problem with tooth-root sensitivity. Many patients may not be aware of the possible causes or may be inadvertently triggering this problem with too-aggressive flossing or brushing. Dr. Danenberg offers some ideas for talking with your patients about this issue.
June 20, 2017
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Handpieces may spread harmful microorganisms
By Theresa Pablos
Syringes, scalers, and high-speed handpieces could be spreading harmful microorganisms in your dental practice, according to the findings of a recent systematic review that evaluated where pathogenic bioaerosols come from and what risk they pose to dental staff and patients.
June 19, 2017
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Which instruments are best for reducing post-endo pain?
By Lori Roniger
Do rotary or reciprocating instruments produce less pain for patients after endodontic treatment? The results of previous research have not produced a clear winner. Therefore, the authors of a new study performed a meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials to provide a definitive answer.
June 13, 2017
2017 01 25 17 32 55 822 Endodontics Root Canal 400
EPA regulation on amalgam waste to be reinstated
By Tony Edwards
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will lift its hold on finalized standards to reduce the discharge of mercury and other metals in wastewater from dental practices into municipal sewage treatment plants on June 14, 2017. The rule will go into effect on July 14, 2017, with a compliance date for dental offices of July 14, 2020.
June 12, 2017
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Spring 2017 new-product roundup from DrBicuspid.com
By Tony Edwards
During spring 2017, new products ranging from a topical anesthetic gel to dentures and scalers were introduced. Here is our roundup of new products from Vita North America, Komet USA, Premier Dental Products, and other companies.
June 8, 2017
2017 06 08 16 27 19 19 Brasseler Implant Pro 5 400
U.S. curing light manufacturer acquired by German company
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
U.S. dental curing light manufacturer LED Engin has been acquired by German lighting company Osram.
June 5, 2017
Which implant is more stable: tapered or parallel wall?
By Tony Edwards
When placing implants, protecting the sinus cavity is crucial. As anatomic limitations may mean sufficient bone is not available for traditional-length implants, 8-mm tapered or parallel wall implants may be used. But is one of these designs better? A new study compared the performance of both over a year.
May 31, 2017
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Are dentists following guidelines on antibiotics?
By Tony Edwards
Healthcare providers are being asked to use antibiotics less often to reduce the prevalence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, but are dentists getting the message? A new study found good and bad news when it comes to how dentists are using preventive antibiotics in patients at risk for infective endocarditis.
May 29, 2017
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