Rob Goszkowski[email protected]PeriodonticsStudy compares spatter reduction of Isolite, dental damCold season is here, so what's the best way to protect yourself and your staff from spatter produced while preparing teeth? Researchers found the Isolite system and a dental dam used with a high-volume evacuation to be effective, with a few subtle differences.November 13, 2012RestorationsWichita voters reject water fluoridation bidAntifluoridation activists scored a victory in Kansas November 6 when nearly 60% of Wichita voters decided against water fluoridation. Opposition groups offered to work with supporters to improve access to care, while some politicians pledged to take the issue statewide.November 8, 2012Orofacial PainLight could play role in reversing anesthesiaGerman researchers have tested a new propofol derivative in animal models with intriguing results. The anesthetic properties of it were reversed and reinstated when light was shined on tadpoles exposed to the derivative.November 6, 2012Orofacial PainDental anesthesiology falls short of becoming ADA specialtyDental anesthesiology navigated the difficult path to becoming an ADA specialty nearly to the end, but lacked enough House of Delegates votes last week for approval. The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons voiced its opposition throughout the process, to the chagrin of the effort's supporters.October 31, 2012Orofacial PainSurgical recovery longer for propofol-ketamineA study comparing the differences in the effectiveness of propofol-remifentanil and propofol-ketamine for third-molar extraction surgery found that they provided strikingly similar deep sedation. However, recovery times were significantly longer for the ketamine combination.October 28, 20123D PrintingDigital restorative dentistry becomes a practical solutionWith equipment costs dropping and technology improvements coming at a breakneck pace, digital impressioning is becoming an increasingly attractive and affordable option for general dentists, according to a presentation by the head of technology at the University of the Pacific dental school during the ADA Annual Session.October 23, 2012RestorationsChristensen puts implant makers in the hot seatSAN FRANCISCO - Dr. Gordon Christensen was true to form today during his panel discussion entitled "Controversies in Dental Implantology." He took the major implant makers to task for high costs and called for implantology integration into dental school curricula.October 19, 2012RestorationsKomet unveils new look at ADA 2012SAN FRANCISCO - In anticipation of its 90th year in the dental business, Komet showcased an updated look for Komet USA today at the ADA Annual Session.October 18, 2012RestorationsChristensen: Class II composites should last longerSAN FRANCISCO - While class II composites currently account for the "bread and butter" of U.S. dentistry, their longevity remains an issue, according to Dr. Gordon Christensen in a presentation today at the ADA Annual Session.October 17, 2012PeriodonticsReport: Prevention key to improving EU's oral healthA new report from the Platform for Better Oral Health in Europe calls on the European Union (EU) to make oral health a higher priority amid spiraling costs and healthcare budgets squeezed by the economic recession.October 15, 2012Previous PagePage 17 of 32Next PageTop StoriesPatient CommunicationThe U.S. may be suffocating with dental fearDental fear may be prevalent in the U.S., according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association. And from all signs, patients' anxiety is growing.PediatricsToo much screen time, too few Zzs may hurt kids' gumsPatient CommunicationShhhh! Patients can hear youDental HygieneDental hygienists in the U.S. aren’t happySponsor ContentJoin Us
