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Dentists move to the front lines on sleep disorders: Part 1
By Erin Archer, RN
Dentists are being urged to play a more central role in screening patients for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and related disorders and to work more closely with physicians in treating these patients. Part 1 of this two-part series focuses on how to identify OSA and how to incorporate screening for it into your practice.
August 3, 2010
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Plackers redesigns website
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Plackers, a maker of dental flossers and other oral hygiene products, has launched a new website that features a special section for dental professionals.
August 2, 2010
Spanish patient fights for amalgam treatment
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A Spanish hospital patient has become a cause célèbre for antimercury activists worldwide by refusing to leave a hospital until treated for illnesses he attributes to his amalgam dental fillings, according to ABC Spain.
August 2, 2010
Israeli firms collaborate with Henry Schein
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Two Israeli firms -- Sialo Technology and Itamar Medical -- are working with Henry Schein to bring their products to the U.S. dental market.
August 2, 2010
NY governor vetoes sippy cup warning
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
New York Gov. David Paterson has vetoed a bill that would have required caries warnings on sippy cups and baby bottles, according to a story on msnbc.com.
August 2, 2010
Solidscape expands into China dental lab market
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Solidscape is furthering its expansion into the dental market through a new distribution agreement with Hainan Giking Technology. Hainan will distribute Solidscape's 3D model-making systems in China.
August 2, 2010
3M ESPE releases calcium phosphate varnish
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
3M ESPE has released a new formulation of its Vanish varnish. Vanish 5% sodium fluoride white varnish contains tricalcium phosphate, which "delivers more protection to the teeth, and helps relieve sensitivity," according to the company.
August 2, 2010
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Study finds new link between perio disease and Alzheimer's
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Researchers from New York University College of Dentistry have found the first long-term evidence that periodontal disease may increase the risk of cognitive dysfunction associated with Alzheimer's disease in healthy individuals and those who already are cognitively impaired.
August 2, 2010
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LANAP in the NEWS
LANAP is an FDA cleared laser procedure that reverses gum disease.
August 2, 2010
LANAP in the NEWS
LANAP is an FDA cleared laser procedure that reverses gum disease.
August 2, 2010
Self-adjusting file hits worldwide market
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Henry Schein will begin distributing ReDent Nova's self-adjusting file (SAF) for root canal therapy August 3 worldwide., the company announced.
August 1, 2010
New Hu-Friedy ortho instrument improves intraoral access
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Hu-Friedy has expanded its line of orthodontic instruments with the new Slim Flush Cut & Hold distal end cutter.
August 1, 2010
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