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Do barrier envelopes keep PSP plates safe?
By Kathy Kincade
Research has shown that, even with the use of barrier envelopes, bacterial contamination of digital radiography sensors can still occur. Now a new study offers some practical tips to help ensure that dental practices keep patients safe from harmful bacteria during digital x-ray exams.
September 29, 2011
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VDA House of Delegates passes dental lab safety act
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Virginia Dental Laboratory Safety Act, which requires dental laboratories to register with the Virginia Board of Dentistry, was passed by a nearly unanimous vote in the Virginia Dental Association (VDA) House of Delegates on September 18.
September 28, 2011
Kerr publishes portfolio of SonicFill research
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Kerr has published a compendium of 13 scientific studies featuring its SonicFill composite system.
September 28, 2011
Whip Mix offers limited edition pink articulator
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Whip Mix is offering a limited edition pink Denar Mark 320 articulator.
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Tobacco firms knew of cancer risk but kept quiet
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Tobacco companies knew for more than four decades that cigarette smoke contained radioactive alpha particles, and the firms developed "deep and intimate" knowledge of these particles' cancer-causing potential, according to a new study.
September 28, 2011
Study: MuGard effective against oral mucositis
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
An ongoing research study of Access Pharmaceuticals' MuGard mucoadhesive oral wound rinse has found that it is effective in prevention, delay, and management of radiotherapy- and chemoradiotherapy- induced oral mucositis.
September 28, 2011
Philips' air flossing device targets noncompliant patients
By Rabia Mughal
Philips showcased its new Sonicare AirFloss at the California Dental Association fall session last week. Will this unique device, which uses compressed air to accelerate microdroplets of water or mouthwash in between teeth to remove plaque, motivate more patients to floss?
September 28, 2011
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Kans. group wins $400K oral health research grant
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A University of Kansas School of Medicine - Wichita researcher has been awarded a two-year, $398,500 National Institutes of Health grant for community-based participatory research to explore oral health and insurance issues among uninsured children.
September 27, 2011
Straumann names new chief of North America operations
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Straumann has appointed Andy Molnar as regional head of its North America operations in Andover, MA.
September 27, 2011
$2.3M HRSA grant supports school dental clinics
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has awarded nearly $2.3 million to 12 organizations to increase access to oral healthcare and ensure the delivery of quality oral health education and preventive and restorative services to children.
September 27, 2011
Medelita lab coat honors dental pioneer
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Medelita has introduced a new dental lab coat for women that honors dental pioneer Lucy Hobbs Taylor, DDS.
September 27, 2011
Pelton & Crane donates equipment to NCOHF
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A donation of dental equipment from Pelton & Crane to the National Children's Oral Health Foundation (NCOHF) will provide much needed furnishings to nonprofit dental programs serving at-risk children and their families.
September 26, 2011
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