Dentists can play key role with meth users
2010-03-08
Dentists can play a crucial role in the early detection of methamphetamine use and participate in the collaborative care of users, according to a new
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Hypnoz teams with LMA to distribute jaw device
2010-03-08
Hypnoz Therapeutic Devices has signed an agreement with LMA North America to distribute its Jaw Elevation Device (JED), a noninvasive device designed to assist dentists
Star Spangled Smiles offers free restorations to some military
2010-03-08
Gannett, an international news and information company, is offering promotional support to ClearChoice Dental Implant Center’s Star Spangled Smiles program, through which 18 members of
Study: In-office bleaching delays restorations a week
2010-03-08
Dentists should wait seven days after completing in-office bleaching with 35% hydrogen peroxide before placing adhesive restorations, according to a new study in the Journal
Survey: Canadians admit to poor oral hygiene habits
2010-03-08
A majority of Canadians say their smile is important, yet few follow oral care regimens of regular brushing, flossing, and rinsing, according to the Crest
Do x-rays enhance patient understanding of third-molar surgery?
2010-03-08
What effect does explaining a preoperative radiograph prior to third-molar surgery have on patient satisfaction with understanding potential complications and risks of the surgery? Not
Mydent launches lightweight handpieces
2010-03-07
Mydent International has introduced two lightweight high-speed handpieces. The new Defend handpieces feature a four-hole quick-release connection with 360° swivel intended to reduce hand fatigue,
Fla. battle over advertising of dental credentials isn’t over
2010-03-07
The state of Florida will reimburse the American Academy of Implant Dentistry $725,000 for legal costs stemming from a lawsuit over dentists’ rights to advertise
Iowa DHS launches first dental-only plan for kids
2010-03-07
The Iowa Department of Human Services (DHS) has launched the nation’s first dental-only program for underinsured children in low- to modest-income families, according to an
GlaxoSmithKline issues recall notice for Poligrip in Japan
2010-03-07
GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) is recalling Poligrip denture creams that contain zinc from the Japanese market, according to news reports. Concerns about toxicity from the zinc in
Patients, dentists like OraVerse, survey shows
2010-03-04
A majority of patients and dentists gave favorable assessments of the drug OraVerse (phentolamine mesylate), which reverses the effects of local anesthesia, according to a
Adhesively luted ceramic veneers yield long-term success
2010-03-04
Adhesively luted silica-based veneers and crowns can yield clinical long-term success even on structurally compromised teeth, according to a study presented at the American Association