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Komet launches new polishing wheel

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Komet USA has launched the 9484.NM.260 abrasive buff, a nonwoven-fiber polishing wheel.

February 1, 2017

Which NiTi rotary instrument is best for canal shaping?

By Tony Edwards

Major advancements have been made in nickel titanium (NiTi) rotary instruments in recent years. But which type of rotary instrumentation works best? In a study in BMC Oral Health, researchers tested three types of NiTi instruments for shaping root canals, finding one that was superior.

February 1, 2017

Implants and inflammation

By Dr. Alvin Danenberg

Recent published research has raised a question about titanium dental implants and possible inflammation. Dr. Alvin Danenberg notes that while the vast majority of procedures using these implants have been successful and free of symptoms, he'd like to see well-designed studies undertaken and published so practitioners can offer their patients more complete information.

January 31, 2017

Implant pioneer Dr. Leonard Linkow dies

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Leonard Linkow, DDS, DMSc, died on January 26 at age 90. He was known as the father of oral implantology.

January 26, 2017

Calif. will reimburse for SDF for some kids

By Theresa Pablos

To combat early childhood caries, the California Department of Health Care Services has approved the use of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) for some high-risk children enrolled in Denti-Cal, the state's dental Medicaid program.

January 25, 2017

Study measures time for in-office crown fabrication versus labs

By Tony Edwards

One question any office considering the purchase of a CAD/CAM system must ask is how much time will be saved during crown fabrication versus the traditional process. The more time an office can save, the more procedures it can schedule. Now, researchers have attempted to measure how long each process takes.

January 25, 2017

Biolase laser receives FDA clearance

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Laser and CAD/CAM scanner company Biolase has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) clearance for its Epic Pro laser system.

January 23, 2017

Dentsply Sirona to provide equipment to Penn dental school

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Dental products manufacturer Dentsply Sirona will provide the University of Pennsylvania (Penn) School of Dental Medicine with curing lights and instruction in restorative materials and techniques.

January 23, 2017

January new-product roundup from DrBicuspid.com

By Tony Edwards

Since the middle of December, companies have introduced new products ranging from a smart toothbrush to a 3D printer, and more. Here is our monthly roundup of new products from companies such as Kolibree, Microcopy, TJA Health, and others.

January 19, 2017

Zimmer Biomet names new Americas president

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Zimmer Biomet has appointed a new president of the company's Americas region.

January 17, 2017

Scaling titanium implants may worsen peri-implantitis

By Lori Roniger

When you use an ultrasonic scaler on your patient's titanium implants, your goal is to prevent peri-implantitis. But what if this action actually caused or aggravated it? A new study published in Scientific Reports examines this theory and whether the roughness of the implant surface has an effect.

January 15, 2017

Review: Is there an ideal material for apical sealing?

By Tony Edwards

While hundreds of studies have documented the safety and efficacy of filling materials most often used for apical sealing, researchers from China undertook a literature review to weigh the evidence behind the materials and see if one were ideal. Their conclusions highlight the need for rigorous research and follow-up.

January 12, 2017

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