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4th Fosamax ONJ lawsuit going to trial
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Another lawsuit against Merck alleging that its Fosamax bisphosphonate drug causes osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) will go to court beginning May 9, 2011, according to a story on aboutlawsuits.com.
December 9, 2010
CDC report ranks states' oral health
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A report released December 10 by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows West Virginia has the highest prevalence of tooth extractions and certain chronic diseases and risk factors, according to a story in the Charleston Daily Mail.
December 9, 2010
Komet carbide bur indicated for ortho debonding
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Field reports on the clinical applications of Komet USA Q-Finisher carbide burs indicate the instrument demonstrates outstanding performance when employed for orthodontic debonding procedures, the company announced.
December 9, 2010
U.S. FDA to re-examine metal dental fillings
By Reuters Health
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is seeking a second opinion on whether mercury-containing dental fillings pose a risk to dental patients, especially children and pregnant women.
December 9, 2010
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Study to examine link between obesity and oral health
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Rodney Haring, PhD, LMSW, a research assistant professor in the department of family and community medicine at the University of Arizona College of Medicine, has received a $75,000 grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to study the best ways to prevent obesity and promote good oral hygiene in Native American youth.
December 9, 2010
Mo. college to offer online dental assisting courses
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Ozarks Technical Community College in Springfield, MO, will begin offering a hybrid dental assisting program in the spring of 2011, according to a story in the Springfield News-Leader.
December 9, 2010
Molecular sensor detects fluoride levels in water
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A Florida State University (FSU) researcher has developed a molecular sensor that changes color when a sample containing fluoride is added to it.
December 8, 2010
New Zealand seeks warnings on teeth whiteners
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Environmental Risk Management Authority of New Zealand is seeking comments on proposed changes to the rules on the use of hydrogen peroxide as a teeth whitener.
December 8, 2010
Cadbury launches Trident gum with vitamin C, ginseng, tea
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Cadbury has expanded its family of Trident sugar-free chewing gums with Trident Vitality, which comes in three new flavors.
December 8, 2010
BleachBright offers dealer opportunities
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
BleachBright is offering looking for individuals who are interested in becoming dealers to sell the company's teeth-whitening products.
December 8, 2010
Ladybug Tekno steam cleaner a dental disinfectant option
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Ladybug Tekno 2350 steam cleaner is scientifically proven to produce better results than traditional disinfectants, according to 1-800-Go-Vapor.com.
December 8, 2010
Essential oils mouthwash equal to CHX for inflammation
By Rabia Mughal
When it comes to gingival inflammation, mouthwash that relies on essential oils may be a reliable alternative to chlorhexidine (CHX) for long-term use, a new study has found.
December 8, 2010
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