Dental Specialties: Page 922

Report: 12 million U.S. kids face barriers to dental care
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A new report released today by researchers from the University of Michigan Health System reveals that nearly 12 million children in the U.S. experience serious barriers to getting much needed dental care due to lack of insurance coverage, cost of care, and difficulty finding providers who accept their insurance.
February 8, 2009
Endo vs. implant battle heats up
By Laird Harrison
Which is better, an implant or root canal therapy? After publishing a study that shows root-canal-treated teeth last longer, endodontists are now claiming that these teeth also chew better than implants. Implant experts beg to differ.
February 4, 2009
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Obama signs law giving more kids access to dental care
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Just three weeks into his new job as chief executive of the U.S., President Barack Obama has done something former President George W. Bush refused to do: extend health coverage -- including dental -- to 4 million uninsured American children.
February 3, 2009
Trimira launches new oral cancer screening device
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Trimira has introduced Identafi 3000, a small, cordless, handheld device that uses a three-wavelength optical illumination and visualization system to detect oral cancer.
February 3, 2009
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Cadent signs distribution pacts with 4 major firms
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Cadent, a provider of 3D digital solutions for the orthodontic and dental industries, announced that it has signed distribution agreements and began sales with Henry Schein, Benco Dental, Burkhart Dental, and Goetze Dental.
February 1, 2009
Study: Perio treatment doesn't reduce preterm birth risk
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Contrary to prevailing wisdom, treating periodontal disease during pregnancy does not reduce the risk of preterm birth.
January 29, 2009
Colgate sales up, P&G down
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
While the recession hammered most companies -- including rival Procter & Gamble (P&G) -- Colgate-Palmolive on Thursday reported a surprising 0.5% increase in worldwide sales for the most recent quarter, capping an 11% surge for the year.
January 29, 2009
$17 million study targets TMJ cause and cure
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Researchers at the University of Maryland Dental School have embarked on a seven-year, $17 million study of 3,400 study subjects with the goal of identifying the cause and effect of temporomandibular joint and muscle disorders (TMJD) -- and potentially develop a cure, the university announced.
January 29, 2009
U.S. Senate passes bill to expand SCHIP coverage
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Just one week after the U.S. House of Representatives voted its support for the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP), the U.S. Senate has followed suit.
January 29, 2009
Unlocking the secrets of autistic patients
By Rochelle Sharpe
BOSTON - Dentists should not rush to sedate their autistic patients, an expert on the condition said at the Yankee Dental Congress on Thursday. While it may take weeks -- even months -- to create a working relationship with these patients, it's well worth the effort.
January 28, 2009
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Study finds Invisalign only 41% effective
By Laird Harrison
Want to work with Invisalign? At first glance it all seems ... clear. Most orthodontic patients prefer a smile full of translucent plastic to the glint of metal. But can it take the place of braces?
January 28, 2009
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Baseball MVP pitches in for kids' dental care
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Albert Pujols, National League Baseball's 2008 Most Valuable Player and St. Louis Cardinal first baseman, is starring in several ADA Give Kids A Smile public service announcements to promote increased access to oral healthcare for underserved children.
January 27, 2009
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