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Biolux files for patent for phototherapy in orthodontics

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Biolux has filed a U.S. patent application for the use of phototherapy in orthodontics. The invention relates in particular to methods and apparatuses useful for accelerating, controlling, or improving the quality of tooth movement during orthodontic treatment.

December 15, 2010

Patient compliance with retainers declines over time

By Rabia Mughal

A new study that followed 428 orthodontic patients for two years after debonding has found that although compliance rates tended to decrease over time, most patients continued to wear their retainers at least one night per week.

December 13, 2010

Acrylic dentures show weakness for biofilms

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Acrylic dentures can make patients more susceptible to Candida albicans infections and stomatitis, according to a new study in Molecular Oral Microbiology.

December 12, 2010

Medicare changes coverage for sleep apnea appliances

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The Durable Medical Equipment Medicare Administrative Contractors has released a new local coverage determination for oral appliances used in the treatment of sleep apnea, according to a story in Sleep Review.

December 12, 2010

4th Fosamax ONJ lawsuit going to trial

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Another lawsuit against Merck alleging that its Fosamax bisphosphonate drug causes osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) will go to court beginning May 9, 2011, according to a story on aboutlawsuits.com.

December 9, 2010

Komet carbide bur indicated for ortho debonding

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Field reports on the clinical applications of Komet USA Q-Finisher carbide burs indicate the instrument demonstrates outstanding performance when employed for orthodontic debonding procedures, the company announced.

December 9, 2010