What you need to know about this dental anesthetic-buffering game changer

Julie Charlestein. In this episode of “The HuangshanDental.com Podcast,” recorded live at the Dental Trade Alliance meeting in Napa, CA, Editor-in-Chief Kevin Henry hosted Julie Charlestein, CEO of Premier Dental Products, and Paul Mondock, president for the Americas with Septodont, to discuss their new partnership and the launch of BufferPro, an innovative buffering product designed to enhance dental anesthetics. The BufferPro single-use anesthetic buffering solution. Image courtesy of Septodont Inc.

Guided endodontics may trump freehanded technique

Guided endodontics may lead to significantly better clinical outcomes than freehand treatment with fewer technical failures, according to a study recently published in the International Endodontic Journal. However, this procedure should be performed by an experienced endodontist using a dental microscope, the authors wrote. “Guided endodontics presented a statistically significant better outcome than freehanded treatment,” wrote the authors, led by Andres Torres of the University of Leuven in Belgium (Int

ADA Forsyth, Voyager to host denture course

The ADA Forsyth Institute and Voyager Dental will host an online advanced digital denture course on Friday, November 15, from 12-2 p.m. Pacific time. Sign up for the free webinar, “Achieving 2 Visit Dentures with Better Digital Workflows,” by visiting the Voyager site.

Case report: Class II pulp cap restoration using an advanced composite resin

Case presentation A 40-year-old man presented with sensitivity in tooth #4 and discomfort during mastication. Clinical examination revealed caries on the distal wall of tooth #4, extending close to the pulp chamber. Dr. Jorge F. Zapata. The patient desired a metal-free, aesthetic restoration and relief from sensitivity. The treatment plan involved a Class II pulp cap restoration using immediate dentin sealing (IDS) and resin coating technique (RCT) followed by composite

VOC exposure linked to periodontitis

Exposure to the environmental pollutants volatile organic compounds (VOCs) may be positively linked to periodontitis, highlighting the need for policies to address their impact, according to a study published in BMC Oral Health. Furthermore, systemic inflammation may facilitate this link, the authors wrote. “This study demonstrated a positive association between VOCs exposure and periodontitis, which was potentially mediated by systemic inflammation factors,” wrote the authors, led by Zhida Dai of

Topical fluoride may reduce radiation caries

Topical fluoride may effectively reduce radiation caries in patients undergoing head and neck radiotherapy, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis recently published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice. Clinicians should consider including it in their oral care plans, tailored to each patient’s needs, the authors wrote. “The findings support the use of topical fluorides as a preventive measure for radiation caries in patients undergoing head and neck radiotherapy,”

Gum disease may not be linked to implant failure

The extent, severity, and progression rate of periodontitis may not significantly affect implant treatment, according to research recently published in the Journal of Stomatology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Among patients with periodontitis, the failure rate was estimated to be 5.6%, according to the authors. “Periodontitis extent, severity, and rate of progression were not significantly associated with the implant treatment outcome,” wrote the authors, led by Dr. Georgios S. Chatzopoulos of

Trump expected to call for end of water fluoridation in 2025

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who may have a large role in future U.S. health policy under the Trump administration, said President-elect Donald Trump will recommend in January that fluoride be removed from public water systems, according to a story published on November 6 by NPR. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Kennedy, who was a 2024 U.S. presidential candidate until he dropped out of the race, said that on January 20, when

The key to dentin hypersensitivity may be in your kitchen

Gallic acid (GA), an antioxidant found in many plants like grapes and apples, as well as red wine and green tea, along with sodium fluoride (NaF) may aid in the treatment of dentin hypersensitivity (DH). The study was published recently in BMC Oral Health. The combination of GA and NaF not only aided in reducing dental permeability, which is related to hypersensitivity, but it worked better than NaF on its

ORB launches smart mouthguard

ORB Innovations has launched the ORB Sport Smart Mouthguard, a wearable for athletes and fitness enthusiasts. The mouthguard is designed to monitor physiology and biomechanics, offering performance insights while protecting against dental injuries. It’s designed to help wearers optimize training by tracking patterns, strengths, and areas for improvement, according to the company.

Clinical tip: Revolutionizing class II restorations in the dental practice

In this episode of “The HuangshanDental.com Podcast,” Kevin Henry speaks with Dr. David Clark about his upcoming webinar on “Better Class II Restorations.” We discussed the evolution of composite dentistry, the challenges of adapting to new techniques, and the importance of confidence in clinical skills. Dr. Clark emphasized the need for modernizing dental practices and introduced the Bioclear method as a revolutionary approach to composite restorations. The conversation highlights the

Balanced Pharma acquires injectable non-opioid dental drug

Balanced Pharma has acquired the rights to Enduracaine Dental, a non-opioid injectable pain relief drug that can be used during oral surgery. Balanced Pharma aims to offer the drug, which contains tetracaine, lidocaine, and epinephrine, in a standard dental cartridge with a two-year shelf life and no reconstitution or refrigeration required.