$50K smile makeover contest announced
2010-03-29
Doctors Improving Healthcare — an online resource for patients who want to find physicians and dentists in the San Francisco Bay Area — is launching
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Chlorhexidine improves gingival health in orthodontic patients
2010-03-29
Chlorhexidine varnish can reduce the presence of oral bacteria and related gingival inflammation and enamel decalcification in orthodontic patients, according to a study in the
Colgate launches ‘professional grade’ toothpastes
2010-03-29
Colgate-Palmolive has introduced Colgate ProClinical, a new line of “professionally inspired” daily toothpaste formulated with clinically proven technologies, according to the company. The ProClinical line
New OSAP website features infection-control information
2010-03-28
The Organization for Safety and Asepsis Procedures (OSAP) has launched a new website that gives dental professionals access to up-to-the-minute research-based information on infection control
The dos and don’ts of effective shade matching
2010-03-28
Using daylight for shade matching may not always be the best option. Getting a second opinion from a young, female dental assistant may help you
Performance Healthcare launches antimicrobial scrubs
2010-03-25
Performance Healthcare Products has launched a line of “high-performance” scrubs for the dental, medical, and veterinary industries. The product was developed with input from professional
Milestone Scientific gears up to launch products in China
2010-03-25
Milestone Scientific is moving forward with several new business opportunities designed to establish its product line in China, the company announced. Specifically, Milestone is currently
Jaw bone plays key role in appearance over time
2010-03-25
It may take more than a skin-tightening facelift to restore a youthful look. Significant changes in facial bones — particularly the jaw bone — occur
Study finds dental bib chain contamination
2010-03-25
Dental bib chains and clips harbor possibly dangerous pathogens, according to a study conducted at the University of North Carolina (UNC) at Chapel Hill School
How effective are self-adhesive composites?
2010-03-25
For decades, dental adhesive companies have been squeezing more and more chemistry into fewer and fewer bottles. Now they’re down to no bottles at all.
Zeodent dental silicas certified as organic
2010-03-25
Ecocert, a European organic certification agency, has certified 17 of Huber Engineered Materials’ Zeodent dental silica products, meaning that the products conform to the Natural
ADA questions healthcare reform’s pediatric benefit
2010-03-25
A new mandate to extend dental benefits to children may not make much difference, the ADA said in a news brief explaining its position on