DrBicuspid.com staff writers[email protected]Oral Cancer2-drug combo may slow thyroid cancerA combination of the drugs pazopanib and paclitaxel shows promise in slowing anaplastic thyroid cancer, according to a new study in Science Translational Medicine (January 2, 2013, Vol. 5:166, p. 166ra3).January 9, 2013InsuranceMass. governor reconsiders dental fee cappingMassachusetts is taking a different tack in its approach to control fee capping by dental insurance companies. Gov. Deval Patrick intends to create a special commission to study the issue, according to a story in the Boston Globe.January 9, 2013RestorationsBPA linked to potential adverse effects on heart, kidneysBisphenol A (BPA) appears to be associated with a biomarker for higher risk of heart and kidney disease in children and adolescents, according to an analysis of national survey data by New York University School of Medicine researchers (Kidney International, January 9, 2013).January 9, 2013OpioidsFDA issues abuse-deterrent opioid guidelinesThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a draft guidance document to assist pharmaceutical companies in developing new formulations of opioid drugs that have abuse-deterrent properties.January 8, 2013HomeDust wreaked havoc on ancient tooth enamelDental microwear is an important basis for understanding the diets of fossil mammals, including those of our own lineage.January 8, 2013Oral CancerQuest divests OralDNA LabsQuest Diagnostics has sold substantially all the assets of its OralDNA Labs salivary diagnostics business to Access Genetics, a clinical laboratory with advanced molecular diagnostics test development and information technology capabilities.January 8, 2013Dental EducationiMedicor launches meaningful use compliance programiMedicor has introduced Easier Than Pulling Teeth, a program designed to help providers within the Careington dental community understand and adhere to meaningful use guidelines and qualify for up to $63,750 in federal electronic health record (EHR) incentive funding over six years.January 8, 20133D PrintingAlign updates iTero for restorative, orthodontic proceduresThe iTero imaging system from Align Technology is now available as a single hardware platform with software options for restorative or orthodontic procedures.January 8, 2013PeriodonticsStudy finds persistent oral bacteria after ECC treatmentIn a follow-up to a study conducted one year ago, researchers at the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) School of Dentistry have determined that certain genetic strains of bacteria are dominant in children one year after treatment for microbial-caused plaque and tooth decay.January 7, 2013PeriodonticsNew toothbrush touts brushing sensor, smartphone appA Kentucky start-up has developed a manual toothbrush with an embedded sensor that maps brushing behavior and sends the data to an associated smartphone app via Bluetooth.January 7, 2013Previous PagePage 846 of 1606Next PageTop StoriesLegal IssuesDentist’s convictions related to patient’s death vacatedA dentist who is serving 20 years in prison for unlawfully prescribing morphine that caused the death of his 24-year-old patient had his convictions and sentence vacated.EndodonticsIs post type the key to preventing endodontic failure?Practice TrendsDental trends in private equity investments, technology, and patient acquisitionDental BusinessDo’s and don’ts for boosting practice productionSponsor ContentRegister Today! FREE Webinar on April 23 at 8 p.m. ET!
