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Dentists can aid in detecting signs of domestic violence
By Tony Edwards
Up to 75% of head and neck trauma associated with domestic violence includes an oral injury. This means dentists could be the first healthcare providers able to identify and report evidence of domestic assault, according to a recent article.
May 1, 2019
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New product: Microcopy adds pediatric diamond burs
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Microcopy has added six new pediatric diamond burs to its NeoDiamond line.
April 30, 2019
Does periodontal disease cause systemic disease?
By Dr. Alvin Danenberg
What might seem to be a simple question with a direct answer has many shades of gray, according to periodontist Dr. Alvin Danenberg. While periodontal disease is a focus of infection around the teeth, it has its origin in an area that is remote from the mouth, he writes in his latest column.
April 30, 2019
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Researchers test materials' hardness, resistance to chipping
By Tony Edwards
Knowing the mechanical properties of CAD/CAM materials allows practitioners to choose the right ones for successful restorations. Researchers put four such materials through their paces to see which were the toughest and most resistant to chipping.
April 30, 2019
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New poster stresses need for more e-cigarette research
By Philip Ward
Another warning about the potentially harmful effects of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) has been issued. A new poster from a prestigious European conference details what is contained in e-cigarettes, and the authors urge more research on this subject.
April 29, 2019
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CVS plans to expand SmileDirectClub program
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Pharmacy giant CVS Health has announced an expansion of its pilot partnership with SmileDirectClub.
April 28, 2019
Patient communication improves perio treatment outcomes
By Tony Edwards
Talking with patients about their periodontal disease risk may encourage them to become active participants in their oral care, according to a new study in the Journal of Periodontology.
April 28, 2019
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Kids' dental diseases linked to later cardio trouble
By Theresa Pablos
Experiencing dental disease as a child may be an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease later in life, according to the findings of a long-term study published on April 26. The study findings cast doubt on the arbitrary divide between oral health and overall health, experts noted.
April 26, 2019
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Week in Review: Smartphone app aids compliance | Dental fluorosis | Review supports flossing
By Tony Edwards
April 25, 2019
Align Technology reports increased Q1 revenues, shipments
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Medical device company Align Technology has reported increases in revenues and clear-aligner shipments for the first quarter of 2019.
April 24, 2019
New product: Dentsply Sirona launches zirconia material
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dentsply Sirona has introduced a new zirconia material for restorations.
April 23, 2019
CDC report questions rise of dental fluorosis
By Tony Edwards
A new publication from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) casts doubt on the reliability of previously reported data that suggested that U.S. dental fluorosis was on the rise among U.S. children.
April 22, 2019
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