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Clinical trial to test material to regenerate bone
The Italian Ministry of Health has granted permission for a 15-patient pilot clinical trial to assess the efficacy of a biomaterial designed to regenerate bone in the mandibular and maxillary dental arches, according to a press release from the company behind the material.
January 23, 2023
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Whitmer's dentist husband retired due to threats
Michigan governor Gretchen Whitmer's husband retired from his dental practice in 2020 due to threats Whitmer received regarding her handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a report published in the Detroit Free Press.
January 9, 2023
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CDA files legal action against Delta Dental of California
The California Dental Association (CDA) has filed a legal action against Delta Dental of California in San Francisco Superior Court challenging the company's adjustments to premier and preferred provider organization agreements that took effect on January 1.
January 5, 2023
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Rheumatoid arthritis tied to more dental disorders
Patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) show elevated frequency of dental visits, but also an increased incidence of dental disorders, according to a study published December 15 in BMC Oral Health. The disorders include dental caries, pulpitis, gingivitis, periodontitis, and oral ulceration.
December 19, 2022
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ADA: What caused the spike in dental spending
On December 15, new U.S. healthcare spending data showed that dental services increased to nearly $162 billion in 2021. The ADA Health Policy Institute analyzed the factors contributing to the trend and what it means for the dental industry.
December 18, 2022
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Patient-facing roles not tied to increased COVID-19 rates
COVID-19 rates in dental clinics were not higher for people involved in patient-facing roles, according to a study published December 13 by Harvard School of Dental Medicine researchers in JAMA Network Open.
December 15, 2022
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New cell type could help restore damaged salivary glands
A new type of cell found in salivary glands appears to help restore these glands when they are damaged, according to a study published April 12 in Cell Reports.
April 24, 2022
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Study finds new type of inflammatory response to plaque
A study published July 6 in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America found a new type of inflammatory response to dental plaque buildup. It also may answer why some people are more prone than others to tooth loss and other inflammation-related complications.
July 18, 2021
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Periodontics
Could good oral hygiene improve COVID-19 outcomes?
Medical imaging has helped show that SARS-CoV-2 infection could be accelerated through dental plaque and gum inflammation, according to an April 20 paper in the Journal of Oral Medicine and Dental Research.
April 25, 2021
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Zimmer Biomet to spin off dental, spine businesses
Zimmer Biomet announced that it plans to spin off its dental and spine businesses into a new company as it plans to focus on its musculoskeletal healthcare business going forward. The deal should be completed in mid-2021.
February 4, 2021
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Dental clinic must pay $97K to settle civil rights case
A Minnesota dental clinic has reached a settlement in a civil rights case.
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Dentist to give $60K new smile to mocked OU football fan
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Soda tax may be linked to drop in dental-related hospital stays
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Straumann to distribute Roland DGA mills
Dental equipment manufacturer Straumann USA has signed a deal to distribute Roland DGA’s DGShape DWX mills in the U.S. and Canada.
November 22, 2023
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USPSTF doesn’t endorse adult dental screenings by PCPs
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) does not support oral health screenings and preventive interventions done by primary care providers (PCPs) for asymptomatic adults.
November 22, 2023
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OSAP, CDC recognize U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week
The Organization for Safety, Asepsis, and Prevention (OSAP) and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will celebrate U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week November 18-24.
November 22, 2023
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Premier Dental introduces ProFlare
Dental manufacturer Premier Dental has launched ProFlare, a disposable prophy angle.
November 21, 2023
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Woman with 3rd front tooth gets smile update
A TikTok user, whose smile was compared to that of actor Tom Cruise, has shared an update on TikTok after her earlier post about a dentist who gave her a third front tooth to close a gap went viral.
November 21, 2023
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Famed model of WWII sailor, dental assistant kiss on view in Neb.
A sculpture of the iconic photo depicting a World War II U.S. Navy sailor kissing a dental assistant in Times Square to celebrate Japan’s surrender to the U.S. will stay in Nebraska for now.
November 21, 2023
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Does guilt convince dental patients to improve their oral health?
Dentists may want to stop trying to guilt patients into flossing and brushing more often. Using guilt to communicate health concerns likely won’t lead to behavioral changes, according to a study recently published in Frontiers in Psychology.
November 21, 2023
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Do's and don'ts for fighting inflation
Inflation can chip away at your practice’s profitability -- and your paycheck. Dr. Roger P. Levin proposes two ways you can increase your fees to offset higher business costs.
November 20, 2023
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It may hurt. Pain sensitivity possibly linked to political views.
Spike Lee, PhD, of the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management, had just received a numbing agent, like he always does before a dental cleaning, when he wondered whether a lack of sensitivity to pain affects one's moral and political views.
November 20, 2023
Tooth Pain
Schein receives noncompliance warning from Nasdaq
Henry Schein has been notified that it is not in compliance with the Nasdaq Stock Market listing requirements.
November 17, 2023
Stock Exchange
Podcast: What this economist wants every dentist to know heading into 2024
Economist Brian Beaulieu has a simple message for the dental industry and for every dentist out there.
November 16, 2023
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Appealing gingivectomy claims: Read the fine print
Multiple factors affect whether insurers will approve your gingivectomy claim, writes dental coding expert Estela Vargas, CRDH. Follow these tips with insurers and patients when performing these services.
November 16, 2023
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