Dental Specialties: Page 909

Gum disease not tied to pregnancy risks
By Reuters Health
NEW YORK (Reuters Health), May 14 - Contrary to earlier reports, gum disease, also referred to as periodontal disease, does not appear to be associated with preterm births and other pregnancy problems, according to a report in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
May 13, 2009
2007 07 16 11 33 13 706
GlaxoSmithKline launches PoliCare program for dentists, denture patients
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare has launched the PoliCare outreach program, designed to help bridge the gap between patient and professional by helping consumers better understand life with dentures and helping dental professionals encourage inquiry and discussion with their denture-wearing patients.
May 12, 2009
ADA Foundation hosts pediatric gala
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The ADA Foundation hosted its second annual Give Kids A Smile awards event at the Library of Congress in Washington, DC, on May 12.
May 12, 2009
Zila takes oral cancer concerns to U.S. Congress
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
At a congressional hearing today in Washington, DC, U.S. legislators were urged to press the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to immediately expand use of Zila's ViziLite Plus, the FDA-cleared technology for the early detection of oral abnormalities that could lead to cancer.
May 12, 2009
Louisiana school dentistry bill passes in committee
By Laird Harrison
A bill to ban dentistry in Louisiana schools passed today in the state's House Health and Welfare Committee but with new amendments that make exceptions for underserved areas.
May 11, 2009
2009 04 10 11 34 20 787 Schoolhouse 70
Study: Dental implants result in minimal bone loss
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Previous research has shown that the placement of a dental implant disrupts the host tissue in the area of the implant. But a recent study found that the majority of bone remodeling occurred in the time between the implant placement and final prosthesis placement. Subsequently, little mean bone change was observed in the five years following the implant placement.
May 11, 2009
How technology changed my life
By Rhonda Jones, RDH
A veteran dental hygienist recounts the many ways her workdays have become easier -- and her bottom line healthier -- thanks to advances in dental materials, imaging devices, practice management software, and hygiene equipment.
May 11, 2009
2009 05 11 13 17 01 614 Time Is Money 70
Report: Implant market will rise again
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The market for implants is poised to boom again, once the global recession ends, according to a report by WinterGreen Research.
May 10, 2009
Milestone Q1 revenues jump 58%
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Milestone Scientific reported $2 million in revenues for the first quarter of 2009 (end-March 31), a 58% increase over revenues of $1.4 million for the same quarter a year ago.
May 10, 2009
FlossFirst offers package with more floss
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
FlossFirst has released a new version of its credit-card-sized floss package that holds 60 meters (200 ft) of floss, the company announced.
May 7, 2009
Komet releases new crown cutter size
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Komet USA has released its H4MCXL carbide crown cutters in a 014 size, which also has a longer 5-mm working part.
May 7, 2009
Tooth fairy pillows bring aid to West Africa
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A Washington woman has developed a line of tooth fairy pillows that she hopes can make a difference in the lives of African children.
May 6, 2009
Previous Page
Page 909 of 956
Next Page