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. The clinical trial will assess the ability of Tetranite from RevBio to bond dental implants to bone while gradually being replaced by new bone growth. The primary
The same genes that affect diseases in patients’ mouths may be linked to other diseases, including certain types of cancer, according to research published last September in Scientific Reports. A team led by Dr. Mariana Bezamat of the University of Pittsburgh Department of Oral and Craniofacial Sciences demonstrated in a population with tooth loss that a variation in the ERN1 gene may be associated with skin and breast cancer. “Cavities can
Orthodontic product company OrthoNu has launched a 4-in-1 tool for patients with braces or aligners. Tweakz for Braces and Tweakz for Aligners allow patients to address the most common orthodontic emergencies between visits to the orthodontist. Tweakz for Braces includes the following tools: A flush distal end cutter A dental pick A diamond dental file A rubber band applicator Tweakz for Aligners includes the following tools: A dental pick A
Dear DrBicuspid Member, A Missouri dentist made an online video cautioning viewers about the use of snap-on veneers only to later be sued by the owner of a dental lab in Texas that makes this type of temporary prosthetic. Our top story of the week summarizes the defamation lawsuit details and video claims. Also, a popular orthodontist on TikTok is cautioning patients to keep the cutlery in the kitchen and
The use of cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) in younger pediatric patients has risen every year since 2017, indicating increased awareness about the uses of the imaging modality. The study was published on January 19 in the International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry. There was an increase in the number of scans in patients between the ages of 6 and 12 between 2017 and 2020. Most often, imaging was ordered to assess
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) resulted in better pain-related outcomes than opioids for acute pain management after tooth extractions, according to a recently published study in the Journal of Dental Research. A team at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, led by Anna Miroshnychenko conducted a systematic review and network meta-analysis to assess the comparative effectiveness of 10 different pharmacological interventions to manage pain following simple and surgical tooth extractions, as well
A popular orthodontist on TikTok is cautioning patients not to use a spoon to remove their braces. In a recent video, Dr. Grant Collins (@thebracesguy) cautioned that removing braces using this method would leave glue remaining on the teeth, which would need to be removed by a dental drill. What’s more, teeth would begin to shift without the use of a retainer, forcing the patient to have to restart treatment again
Sonendo has launched a new brand campaign and website that reflects its commitment to investing in endodontics and providing technology that improves patient care. The new site features clinicians using Sonendo’s GentleWave System for root canals. By placing the clinician at the center of its campaign, the company aims to reaffirm its commitment to its doctors, profiling the professionals behind the procedure. The new campaign follows Sonendo’s announcement that more
A new chapter in ’s history is about to begin; with a long and successful trajectory in the dentistry field and two great years operating our Playa Del Carmen location, we are very excited about the opening of the new Cancun Riviera clinic. This expansion couldn’t have been possible without the dedicated work and commitment of all of our staff. They consistently go above and beyond to provide exceptional dental
The owner of a snap-on veneers lab has filed a defamation lawsuit in U.S. court against a Missouri dentist who cautioned viewers in an online video about this type of temporary prosthetic. The story was published on January 15 in the Springfield News-Leader. Billy Watson, owner of Brighter Image Lab in Fort Worth, TX, filed a lawsuit on January 9 against Dr. Grant Olson and his dental practice Innovative Dental Center
Researchers from universities in South Carolina and North Carolina were awarded $3.7 million to explore further alterations that cannabis smoking makes to the community of microorganisms in the mouth and how those changes affect the brain. It is the first study to investigate the cannabis-altered oral microbiome and its effects on the brain, Dr. Wei Jiang, a professor of microbiology and immunology at the Medical University of South Carolina, said in
Known for its busy medical tourism industry, Los Algodones, Baja California is a small town home to a large number of medical and dental facilities. Throughout the year, thousands of visitors, mainly from the United States and Canada, cross into Los Algodones seeking affordable medical and dental services, as a result, the town has gained the name of “Molar City”. If you’re planning a day trip to Los Algodones Mexico
