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AAP: 2D imaging still gold standard for implant imaging

By Tony Edwards

The use of cone-beam CT has increased in implant treatment, but 2D imaging remains the standard of care when a patient requires dental implants, according to a new consensus statement from the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP).

October 18, 2017

Anticoagulants: To bleed or not to bleed?

By Tom Viola, RPh

The debate over the use of anticoagulants before and after dental procedures has raged for many years now, with strong arguments on both sides of the issue. The addition of several new anticoagulants in recent years has only added some confusion. Pharmacist Tom Viola helps you focus on what options are best for your patients.

October 17, 2017

AAPD panel conditionally recommends SDF

By Tony Edwards

The use of 38% silver diamine fluoride (SDF) as a topical treatment for cavities in pediatric patients has been conditionally recommended by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) in the first evidence-based guideline on the use of SDF in these patients.

October 16, 2017

Week in Review: Dental Excellence Awards voting; plus antibiotics and financial engagement

By Tony Edwards

October 12, 2017

OsteoReady names new CEO, chairman

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Implant company OsteoReady has named Robert Gottlander, DDS, as its new CEO. Marc Nevins, DMD, has been named as the company's chairman.

October 12, 2017

Dental Excellence Awards voting begins

By Tony Edwards

DrBicuspid.com is pleased to announce the finalists for the 2017 Dental Excellence Awards. Now it's up to you to determine the winners in our 10 categories, ranging from Best New CAD/CAM Product to Best New/Updated Software/Service.

October 12, 2017

Antibiotic prescription by dentists linked to serious infection

By Lori Roniger

Antibiotics prescribed by dentists may be adding to the growing problem of Clostridium difficile infection, which can cause severe diarrhea and death. Researchers have found that many of these prescriptions are unnecessary or not recorded in medical charts, and they recommend improved awareness of prescribing guidelines and communication about prescriptions.

October 11, 2017

New product: Nobel Biocare debuts arch system at AAOMS

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Nobel Biocare has launched the Trefoil arch system at the Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) 2017 annual meeting in San Francisco.

October 11, 2017

Carious tissue removal strategies get an update

By Lori Roniger

The best strategies for carious tissue removal have changed, but are you up-to-date on the latest clinical recommendations? Dentists should focus on improved treatment outcomes tailored to the tooth type and lesion depth, according to the author of a new review article.

October 9, 2017

NIDCR names recipients of $1M per year long-term awards

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) has awarded four researchers approximately $1 million per year for projects focused on deepening understanding of dental, oral, and craniofacial diseases and conditions.

October 8, 2017

NYU researcher awarded $3.7M to develop restorative materials

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research has awarded a New York University (NYU) researcher two grants totaling nearly $3.7 million to develop restorative dentistry materials that are strong and aesthetically pleasing.

October 2, 2017

Glass ionomer cement not ideal for wedge-shaped defects

By Theresa Pablos

Restoring a wedge-shaped defect? You may not want to use glass ionomer cement. A new study found that the cement was not as clinically effective as similar restorative materials for these particular lesions.

October 2, 2017

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