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5C-Mobile launches BlackBerry oral care app
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
5C-Mobile recently launched a mobile application specially designed for oral-health-conscious BlackBerry users.
May 26, 2009
Report: Dental implant market will flourish in Europe
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The dental market was valued at more than $1.9 billion in 2008 and will grow to more than $2.7 billion by 2013 despite the unfavorable economic conditions, according to a new report by Millennium Research Group (MRG).
May 26, 2009
Crosstex doubles mask production in response to swine flu
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Crosstex International is taking an increasingly aggressive role in meeting the demand for masks and infection control supplies in light of the recent H1N1 flu virus outbreak. To keep pace with global demand, Crosstex has doubled production of its entire face mask line, the company announced.
May 26, 2009
Kettenbach releases reline material to U.S. market
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Kettenbach this month released Mucopren soft, an A-silicone denture reline material, to the U.S. market.
May 25, 2009
New Zealand embraces mobile dentistry
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
New Zealand is turning to mobile dentistry in an effort to improve oral health care across the country.
May 25, 2009
Hawaii expects millions from dental meetings
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry annual meeting was expected to draw 2,500 people to Hawaii this past week and generate millions of dollars for the Hawaiian economy, according to a report in Pacific Business News.
May 25, 2009
Drug czar to target prescription meds
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The new U.S. drug czar plans to crack down on doctors who hand out prescriptions too freely, USA Today reports.
May 25, 2009
Maine law would require insurers to cover hygienists
By Rabia Mughal
Dental hygienists are already allowed to practice independently in the state of Maine. Now a new law could ensure them reimbursement from insurance companies.
May 21, 2009
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Tooth loss can damage health, experts warn
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A recent national survey of more than 50,000 adults showed that half have at least one missing tooth, according to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.
May 20, 2009
Louisiana school dentistry bill stalls
By Laird Harrison
A bill to ban dentistry in Louisiana schools narrowly missed passage last week after an hour of heated debate on the floor of the state House of Representatives. The Legislature agreed to revisit the issue this week.
May 19, 2009
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ADEA gets $375,000 for school outreach
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The American Dental Education Association (ADEA) received a $375,000 grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation to create academic-community partnerships to help children who lack access to dental care.
May 19, 2009
Gum disease can lead to gestational diabetes
By Rabia Mughal
Pregnant women with periodontal disease may be at increased risk of developing gestational diabetes even if they don't smoke or drink, according to a study at New York University.
May 19, 2009
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