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At Midwinter Meeting, new products reflect oral care's future
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
CHICAGO - In a series of press conferences at the Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting, several new products were introduced that their makers claim will significantly impact clinical, preventive, and cosmetic applications in dentistry.
February 25, 2010
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Philadelphia dentists cite consent form restraints
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Philadelphia dentists testifying at a hearing this month about the impact of a legally required consent form regarding amalgam said they sometimes have to refuse treatment to disabled patients when they cannot get parents to sign it.
February 24, 2010
Straumann features new CAD/CAM products at Chicago Midwinter
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Straumann is launching upgrades to its CAD/CAM system, the company announced at the Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting this week. Some elements are ready, and others are scheduled to launch later this year.
February 24, 2010
Proper perio treatment can reduce preterm birth risk
By Rabia Mughal
Women who have successful nonsurgical periodontal treatment during their pregnancy are less likely to have premature babies, according to a study being presented at the 2010 American Association for Dental Research annual meeting.
February 24, 2010
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Colgate cosponsors heart health awareness campaign
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
In recognition of American Heart Month, WomenHeart: The National Coalition For Women With Heart Disease and Colgate Total toothpaste are cosponsoring the Heartwarming Smiles campaign -- an initiative to help educate U.S. about the impact proper oral care can have on their heart health.
February 24, 2010
Sealants inhibit laser fluorescence caries detection
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Laser fluorescence detection of occlusal caries in primary molars is "significantly affected" by both clear and opaque sealants, according to a new study in Lasers in Medical Science.
February 22, 2010
Certain proteins may predict oral cancer
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The presence of certain proteins in premalignant oral lesions may predict oral cancer development, according to Medical College of Georgia (MCG) researchers.
February 22, 2010
Gene sequencing could improve oral cancer treatment
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Sequencing RNA to study oral cancer tumors could help better characterize the molecular basis of cancer development and define improved therapeutic strategies for treating an individual's specific cancer, according to a proof-of-principle study on oral carcinomas in the current issue of PLoS One.
February 22, 2010
South Carolina proposes free dental checkups for students
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
South Carolina legislators are discussing a bill that would provide free dental checkups for students, according to an Associated Press story.
February 22, 2010
Pew report flunks 9 states on kids' dental care
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The U.S. is falling behind in both official government objectives and its ability to improve the nation's dental health, according to a comprehensive report released February 23 on the oral health of U.S. children.
February 22, 2010
Revive adds the Natural Dentist to its portfolio
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Revive Personal Products has acquired the Natural Dentist, the company announced. Revive will integrate the Natural Dentist into its existing oral care platform, which includes such brands such as Stim-U-Dent plaque removers and Fresh 'n Brite denture cleaning paste.
February 22, 2010
Nobel Biocare adds Noritake to preferred partner program
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Nobel Biocare has signed a preferred partnership agreement with the Japanese company Noritake Dental Supply, a supplier of restorative and prosthetic materials for dentists and dental technicians.
February 22, 2010
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