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Product Updates
DEXIS expands its offerings
DEXIS has introduced new tools designed to help clinicians with tasks like diagnosing dental issues and designing surgical guides.
October 2, 2024
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Biohorizons launches anatomically shaped abutments
BioHorizons has launched SmartShape Healers, anatomically shaped healing abutments with a scannable design.
October 2, 2024
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Industry Updates
Cellerant partners with DIA
Cellerant Consulting Group and Dental Innovation Alliance (DIA) have partnered to drive dental industry innovation.
October 1, 2024
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Industry Updates
Pulpdent names new sales director of North America
Pulpdent Corporation has hired Tate Roark as its sales director of North America.
October 1, 2024
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Industry Updates
Dental supplier Hager expands
Family-owned specialty dental products supplier Hager Worldwide added a new warehouse and logistics building located on the company's Hickory, NC, location.
September 30, 2024
Hager Worldwide's leadership team (from left to right): Mark Schneider, Patrick Rouillard, and Patrick Hager.
Dental Education
Vermont State Dental Society, UDM partner on Vt.'s 1st oral health ed center
The Vermont State Dental Society, the University of Detroit Mercy (UDM), and Sens. Bernie Sanders and Peter Welch announced a collaboration to bring an oral health education center to Vermont in 2027.
September 30, 2024
The Vermont State Dental Society (VSDS) and the University of Detroit Mercy (UDM) are partnering to bring the first dental oral health education center to Vermont in 2027. Pictured from left to right: VSDS Executive Director Patrick Gallivan; Rebecca Ellis, state director for Sen. Peter Welch; Dr. Mert Aksu, dean, UDM; Sen. Bernie Sanders; Dr. Justin Hurlburt, VSDS president. Image courtesy of the VSDS and UDM.
Industry Updates
Feno smartbrush maker raises $6M in funding
At-home oral health technology company Feno has raised $6 million in seed funding.
September 30, 2024
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Product Updates
uLab launches thin aligner, new e-commerce site
ULab Systems has launched Reva, a new thermoforming material for clear aligners, as well as a new e-commerce site.
September 27, 2024
Shopulab.com also offers bulk purchasing of aligner storage cases with your practice's logo customized on the aligner case. Image and caption courtesy of ULab.
Hygiene Tools
U-shaped brush gets ADA seal
U-shaped toothbrush autobrush has earned the ADA Seal of Acceptance, confirming its intended effectiveness and innovation.
September 27, 2024
The autobrush Sonic Pro. Image courtesy of autobrush.
Infection Control
New tool may eliminate droplets from scalers and drills
Dentistry and engineering researchers from the University of Illinois Chicago have developed a tool to improve ventilation and capture droplets produced by ultrasonic scalers and drills, according to a recent university press release.
September 27, 2024
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Legal Issues
New lawsuit claims permanent injury from implants
A Florida dental practice is facing a $50,000 lawsuit over an allegedly botched implant procedure.
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Regulatory Updates
IHS to cease using mercury amalgam
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Fluoridation protects patients and practices
By Dr. Steven Spitz
Fluoridation strengthens public health and streamlines dental care. Without it, communities have mounting health and economic costs, warns Dr. Steven Spitz.
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One dentist's advice on how to move past dental patients' fear of pain
By Kevin Henry
For Dr. Hiren Bhatt, understanding the root of a patient's fear is key, helping both the patient and the dentist succeed.
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Dental visits may be indicators of college students' health
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For college students, routine dental care is linked with better health habits and well-being, according to newly published research.
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Iowa dentists accused of incompetence, sexual misconduct, fraud
By Clark Kauffman
Several dentists have recently been sanctioned by the Iowa Dental Board for allegations that include professional incompetence, fraud, and sexual misconduct involving a patient.
October 8, 2025
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Oral bacteria may be linked to Parkinson's disease
By Ava Barros
The oral bacteria known for causing caries may contribute to the development of Parkinson’s disease.
October 8, 2025
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Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson opens up on his diamond grill
By Kevin Henry
A two-time NFL MVP, Baltimore's Lamar Jackson makes a statement with his play on the field as well as his smile.
October 8, 2025
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Henry Schein One, Vyne Dental sue each other
By Melissa Busch
Vyne Dental, a revenue cycle management service provider for dentists, and Henry Schein subsidiary Henry Schein One have sued each other.
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Imposter dentists accused of disfiguring woman
By Melissa Busch
A brother and sister are accused of operating a fake dental practice for years, charging thousands of dollars for procedures and leaving at least one woman disfigured.
October 7, 2025
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Dentists don't ask, discuss substance use with adolescents
By Ava Barros
Though dentists value substance use screening, only a third do it, says a study published in the Journal of Adolescent Health.
October 7, 2025
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Tips on how to manage high-caries-risk patients
By Dr. Alexis Lee
High-caries-risk dental patients benefit from certain prevention strategies and specific restorative materials, writes Dr. Alexis Lee.
October 7, 2025
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Look at your neighbor, he probably skipped the dentist
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Generations -- especially Generation Z -- are skipping the dentist for different reasons, and that’s putting them at risk for serious complications later.
October 7, 2025
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Oral surgeon faces suit, discipline over patient death
By Melissa Busch
An oral surgeon faces a wrongful death lawsuit and possible disciplinary action for the 2023 death of a 48-year-old patient.
October 6, 2025
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