What to consider before using bone grafts in patients

Clinicians must consider their patients’ personal, religious, and humanitarian values to ensure using specific bone grafts does not violate their beliefs, according to an article published in the January issue of the Journal of the American Dental Association. Some patients may refuse the use of bone tissue from another person or animal due to fear of disease transmission, moral conflict, or religious beliefs. Therefore, dentists are ethically obligated to explain

Align Technology donates $1M to AAOF

Align Technology has donated $1 million to the American Association of Orthodontists Foundation (AAOF) in support of quality education and research that leads to excellence in patient care. The AAOF is the charitable arm of the American Association of Orthodontists. Since 1994, the AAO Foundation Awards Program has awarded $14.6 million in funding in support of 264 fellowship awards, 303 research awards, and publication of more than 100 articles and abstracts

Biolase, EdgeEndo root canal device gets FDA nod

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted 510(k) clearance to Biolase and EdgeEndo’s laser-assisted microfluidic irrigation device for disinfecting root canals. Built upon Biolase’s 2,780-mm wavelength laser technology, the EdgePro system uses laser light-sound technology and traditional irrigation solutions to kill up to 99% of bacteria commonly found in the root canal, according to the companies. Biolase will manufacture the system, consumable procedure tips, and accompanying accessories for

Ultradent donates to Ky. tornado relief

Dental material manufacturer Ultradent Products has donated 10% of all domestic sales from December 16 to tornado relief efforts in Kentucky. Ultradent sent the funds to the Red Cross of Kentucky on December 23. The state was devastated by tornadoes in December.

New device may quickly, cheaply sterilize dental instruments

A radical vapor reactor (RVR), which eliminates germs by producing high levels of reactive oxygen species, may offer a quick, low-cost way to sterilize dental instruments, according to findings published in the February issue of Process Biochemistry. The radical vapor reactor completely sterilized dental instruments in packing bags. Because the device relies on oxygen gas and water to generate reactive oxygen species, it can reduce the environmental load and consume

SmartPractice to acquire Save-A-Tooth

Global health product manufacturer and distributor SmartPractice said it will acquire rights to sell the Save-A-Tooth product line from Phoenix-Lazarus. Save-A-Tooth is a container filled with a salt solution that keeps a traumatically knocked out tooth alive for 24 hours so it can be transplanted. Details of the acquisition were not disclosed.

Which U.S. states are best, worst for dental health?

Which U.S. state has the best dental health? Connecticut, according to a new survey published by national dental provider Express Dentist. The survey measured 25 key dental health indicators in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. The results revealed not only what states had the best and worst dental health but also that poor dental health in a community can directly affect a state’s economic productivity. Location also

How Long Can I Wait to Fill a Cavity?

We all dread those words from our dentist, “you have a cavity.” If you have tooth decay, the next step is to repair it. Unless the decay is extensive, this usually involves a simple dental filling. This is a time-tested procedure in which your dentist will use tooth-colored composite resin to fill the area of decay within your tooth enamel. Dental fillings are typically scheduled for a return dental visit

What kind of crown is best for front teeth?

What kind of crown is best for front teeth? It was a hot summer morning back in your younger years; the birds were chirping, the weather was better than most summer days, and you decided to hit the park with your friends to have a game of basketball and cool yourselves off afterward with a glass of iced tea that your mother had just made. Everything seemed to be going

How dentistry really spends the holidays

During this time of year, you can feel like you’re doing too much. On any given day, you could be hunting for the perfect gift, preparing for your kids to return home, making plans for New Year’s, or tying up loose ends at work. The planning, working, and rushing around can leave you without enough time to relax and reflect. So HuangshanDental.com gave those in dentistry an opportunity to share

The Advantages Of Choosing a High-Tech Dentist in Mexico

Dentistry; is scary for some, amusing for others, but something that should be considered wonderful by everybody. Taking care of our teeth is vital as they allow us to eat, talk, and smile. Most often than not, visiting a dentist’s office is stigmatized and could be seen by most as a horrific experience. It’s not anybody’s fault to think that, though. Getting any dental treatment done is often portrayed

NIH drops long-awaited sequel to surgeon general’s report

The U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) on December 21 released the long-awaited sequel to the surgeon general’s 2000 report on oral health. The report reveals many people in the U.S. have chronic dental problems and lack access to care despite advances in oral health. The report, titled “Oral Health in America: Advances and Challenges,” highlights how the oral health