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Univ. of Pittsburgh to offer oral biology graduate program

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine has created a new program that will focus on research to help prevent birth defects of the mouth and face, as well as grow new bones and cartilage to repair facial injuries.

October 1, 2011

Spire gets $100K grant for ortho wire coatings

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research has awarded Spire Biomedical a nine-month Small Business Innovation Research Phase I Grant for $114,173 to develop coatings for dental arch wires used in orthodontics.

September 26, 2011

Survey finds many favor professional teeth whitening

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Philips, the makers of Sonicare power toothbrushes and Zoom whitening, has launched a new educational campaign that encourages people to engage a dental professional in the teeth-whitening process to ensure a healthy smile worthy of a great first impression.

September 26, 2011

Cultural views of cleft lip/palate vary outside Western world

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

One person's flaw may be another person's strength, according to a study of cultural perceptions of cleft lip and cleft palate.

September 26, 2011

One-hour dentures open new doors for edentulous

By Kathy Kincade

SAN FRANCISCO - Is it possible to fabricate a full set of affordable dentures in one hour, without the need for return visits or lab fees? Yes, according to a presentation at the California Dental Association fall session last week.

September 26, 2011

iPhone app aids in sleep apnea assessment

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A new iPhone app makes it easier for patients to determine whether they are suffering from obstructive sleep apnea and get connected to a medical professional who can help them.

September 25, 2011