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Treacher Collins syndrome ups risk of dental complications
By Kathy Kincade
A 10-year-old Texas boy with a genetic disorder that affects the structure of the face died two days after being anesthetized for a routine dental procedure. Anesthesia experts recommend dental practitioners familiarize themselves with this condition, known as Treacher Collins syndrome.
September 6, 2012
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Tokuyama introduces new desensitizing agent
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Tokuyama Dental America is now offering a one-component, single application, light-cured protective sealant designed for treating hypersensitive dentin.
September 5, 2012
School sports season emphasizes mouthguards' importance
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The department of pediatric dentistry at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry is reminding parents and healthcare providers to help children prevent oral injuries by emphasizing the use of mouthguards.
September 5, 2012
Leaders in Dentistry: Dr. John Buzzatto
By Rabia Mughal
Affordable care and student debt are two of the biggest challenges orthodontists face today, according to John Buzzatto, DMD, president of the American Association of Orthodontists. In this latest Leaders in Dentistry profile, Dr. Buzzatto also discusses the need to educate patients about orthodontists' unique qualifications.
September 5, 2012
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Tom's of Maine launches naturally whitening toothpaste
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Tom's of Maine has introduced Botanically Bright toothpaste designed to naturally whiten teeth.
September 4, 2012
Texas broadens Medicaid dental fraud probe
By Donna Domino
As part of its ongoing probe into the state Medicaid dental system, the Texas Office of Inspector General is investigating the company that processes authorization forms submitted by dentists for dental Medicaid procedures, including orthodontic treatment.
September 4, 2012
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Ask Marty: What all-ceramic cement do you prefer?
By Dr. Marty Jablow
A: That is a great question, as the number of all-ceramic crowns is surpassing the number of porcelain fused to metal crowns being delivered in the U.S.
September 4, 2012
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NYUCD names new chair of orthodontics department
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Cristina Teixeira, DMD, PhD, an associate professor of orthodontics and of basic science and craniofacial biology, has been appointed chair of the department of orthodontics at New York University College of Dentistry (NYUCD), effective immediately.
September 3, 2012
Ultrasonics a sound alternative to needle irrigation
By Rob Goszkowski
Does a commercially available continuous ultrasonic irrigation device offer advantages over conventional needle irrigation for removing root canal debris? A comparative study in the September Journal of Endodontics found it does.
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DrBicuspid.com Cosmetic Dentistry Insider
By Rabia Mughal
August 29, 2012
Survey: Most Americans whiten teeth at home
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Most Americans opt to whiten their teeth using home-based methods rather than professional whitening options, according to a research report from the market research firm Mintel.
August 28, 2012
Kerr launches new cementation system
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Kerr Dental has introduced the NX3 XTR cementation system, which blends the versatility of NX3 Nexus third-generation universal dental cement with the adhesion abilities of OptiBond XTR, according to the company.
August 27, 2012
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