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Microthreaded-neck implants produce less bone loss
By Lori Roniger
Previous studies have found that the use of implants with a rough surface and microthreaded neck may reduce crestal bone loss compared with other implant types, but this positive effect is subject to various factors. To take a closer look at this important issue, a new systematic review examined high-quality research on the topic.
May 4, 2017
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New products: Komet adds course-grit diamonds
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Komet USA has added to its ZR Diamonds line with two new course-grit diamonds designed for gross contouring ceramic restorations, including zirconium dioxide.
May 3, 2017
New product: Shofu launches low-shrink composite
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Materials and equipment company Shofu Dental has launched a hybrid composite formulated to minimize polymerization shrinkage and shrinkage stress for all classes of restorations.
May 3, 2017
U.S. House passes bill to repeal and replace Obamacare
By Theresa Pablos
The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly passed a bill to repeal and replace the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, also known as "Obamacare," on May 4. The bill gives states more control over the essential services they cover, including pediatric dental care.
May 3, 2017
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Study tests particle-filled resins for partial crowns
By Tony Edwards
What materials do you use for single-tooth, partial-crown restorations? Particle-filled composite resin CAD/CAM materials are a promising addition to practitioner's toolbox, but do they hold up over time? Researchers tested 42 partial-crown restorations over two years to see how well these restorations performed.
May 3, 2017
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Young Innovations acquires American Eagle Instruments
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dental supply manufacturer Young Innovations has acquired American Eagle Instruments.
May 2, 2017
OrthoAccel device gets Health Canada clearance
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Medical device company OrthoAccel Technologies has announced that its AcceleDent Optima technology has been cleared by Health Canada.
May 2, 2017
New product: Premier launches pit-and-fissure sealant
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Premier Dental has introduced a new bioactive resin pit-and-fissure sealant.
May 2, 2017
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AAID names new executive director
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) has named Cheryl Parker as its new executive director.
May 2, 2017
New 2017 budget bill increases NIH, CDC funding
By Theresa Pablos
A new U.S. government budget bill proposes increased funding for the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The funding includes millions of dollars for efforts that prevent and treat opioid abuse.
May 2, 2017
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Interproximally reduced teeth fare better with fluoride
By Theresa Pablos
Can fluoride varnish prevent demineralization of teeth following interproximal reduction? To find out, researchers put two varnishes to the test, running dozens of reduced dental surfaces through a simulated oral environment.
May 2, 2017
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Henry Schein completes acquisition of anesthesia company
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Henry Schein has completes its acquisition of Southern Anesthesia + Surgical, which distributes anesthesia and surgical supplies.
May 1, 2017
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