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Industry Updates
Bola AI, Patterson announce software integration
Voice artificial intelligence (AI) provider Bola Technologies (Bola AI) has integrated its Voice Perio system with Patterson Dental's Fuse and Eaglesoft practice management software.
August 28, 2024
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Dental Education
RCC hygiene program receives CODA accreditation
Rogue Community College (RCC) in Grants Pass, OR, has received accreditation from the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) for its new dental hygiene program.
August 28, 2024
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Industry Updates
Benco Dental acquires M&S Dental, A-Dent Dental
Dental distributor Benco Dental has acquired M&S Dental Supply and A-Dent Dental Equipment.
August 27, 2024
Benco Dental headquarters in Pittston, PA. Image courtesy of Benco Dental.
Endodontics
Dentsply Sirona launches X-Smart Pro+ and Reciproc Blue
Dentsply Sirona has introduced two new endodontic solutions: the X-Smart Pro+ and Reciproc Blue.
August 27, 2024
The X-Smart Pro+ endodontic motor and the Reciproc Blue file. Image courtesy of Dentsply Sirona.
Product Updates
Solventum introduces new fluoride treatment
Solventum has launched its 3M Clinpro Clear water-based fluoride treatment.
August 26, 2024
Clinpro Clear Fluoride Treatment. Image courtesy of 3M.
Industry Updates
Dentsply, TeamSmile offer free pediatric dental clinic
Dentsply Sirona in partnership with TeamSmile recently offered a free dental clinic for underprivileged children in Charlotte, NC.
August 26, 2024
Children receiving free dental care at the clinic organized by Dentsply Sirona and TeamSmile. Image courtesy of Dentsply Sirona and TeamSmile.
DSO
DSO MAX appoints senior VP of business development
Dental service organization (DSO) MAX Surgical Specialty Management has appointed Brian Lawson as its senior vice president of business development.
August 26, 2024
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Hygiene Tools
Slate launches 3-in-1 flosser
Slate has launched a 3-in-1 rechargeable version of its electric flosser.
August 22, 2024
The Slate 3-in-1 rechargeable flosser. Image courtesy of Slate.
Dental Education
OU launches pediatric dental residency
The University of Oklahoma (OU) College of Dentistry has launched the state's first pediatric dental residency program.
August 22, 2024
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Intraoral Scanners
Planmeca wins Red Dot Award
The Planmeca Imprex mobile scanning system has won a Red Dot Design Award in the product design category.
August 22, 2024
The Planmeca Imprex mobile scanning station. Image courtesy of Planmeca Oy and Planmeca Group.
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Antibiotics before dental procedures may not reduce risk of PJIs
By Ava Barros
A new Journal of Arthroplasty study finds that preventive antibiotics before dental work may not reduce the risk of periprosthetic joint infections (PJIs) in joint replacement patients.
September 18, 2025
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This treatment effectively cleans waterlines
By Ava Barros
Treating dental unit waterlines with neutralized electrochemically activated solutions may improve the water quality, according to research published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
September 18, 2025
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Dentist’s defamation suit over bad reviews moves forward
By Melissa Busch
A state appeals court ruled on September 15 that a patient who posted negative reviews about a dentist could be sued for defamation.
September 17, 2025
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Infection control matters to dental patients
By Ava Barros
Patients value a clean, safe environment and appreciate discussions about proper infection control, according to a Dental Assisting National Board survey.
September 17, 2025
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Clinical tip: Replacement of a congenital missing canine
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Farhad Boltchi from CDOCS discusses how he treated a case in which a patient presented with a congenital missing canine (tooth #6).
September 17, 2025
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Getting married may be good for teeth, especially men’s
By Melissa Busch
Does marital status play a role in oral health? This large study states it may especially benefit men.
September 17, 2025
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U.S. oral health is at a standstill. Hygienists may be the answer
By Melissa Busch
Are dental hygienists the answer to making care more accessible in the U.S.?
September 16, 2025
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This healing technique may ease pain after 3rd-molar surgery
By Melissa Busch
A healing therapy that involves a transfer of energy via gentle touch may be linked to a reduction in pain after wisdom tooth surgery, according to a study.
September 16, 2025
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Lower post-surgery pneumonia rates tied to oral health
By Ava Barros
A presurgery guided oral care routine may cut patients' pneumonia risk and shorten hospital stays, reports a study in PLoS One.
September 16, 2025
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Ex-dental manager gets lengthy prison term
By Melissa Busch
A former dental manager, who served time for similar offenses, was sentenced for allegedly defrauding two Florida practices where she worked.
September 15, 2025
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Missing teeth may make kids targets for bullies
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Children from low-income backgrounds with tooth loss may be nearly twice as likely to be bullied.
September 15, 2025
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This may protect juice from decaying teeth
By Ava Barros
A PLoS One study reported that juice briefly alters oral lubrication. The results offer new insight into saliva’s role in protecting tooth enamel and its response to sugar.
September 15, 2025
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