Short vs. long implants: How do the results measure up?

How do the long-term results of short implants compare with those of long implants placed after maxillary sinus augmentation? To get a clear look at the risks and benefits of each, researchers conducted a comprehensive review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials that directly compared the two methods. They examined survival rates, marginal bone loss, and the occurrence of biological and prosthetic complications for both types of implants, finding similar

Week in Review: Nanoparticles | Short or long implants? | Kids’ beverage consumption

Dear DrBicuspid Member, Nanoparticles have the potential to enhance almost every aspect of dentistry, from radiographs and restoratives to orthodontics and oral surgery. A scientific paper highlighted some possibilities for how dentists may use nanoparticles. Read more here. How do the long-term results of short implants compare with those of long implants placed after maxillary sinus augmentation? To get a clear look at the risks and benefits of each, researchers

3 Factors to Consider When Choosing a Dental Clinic

Los Algodones, Mexico is a town with more than 300 dental clinics, and when it´s time to choose the one you´ll head on your next dental vacation, you have to consider a lot of things before deciding which one suits your needs better. Making an appointment to get dental treatment in Los Algodones means your new smile will be in the hands of someone else. But, how can you know

CDC: Soda accounts for 20% of kids’ beverage consumption

Soft drinks account for 20% of children’s total beverage consumption, according to a new report released on September 13 from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Researchers looked at the total drink consumption habits of U.S. children ages 2 to 19. The group, led by Kirsten Hennrick, PhD, from the National Center for Health Statistics, investigated what children drink and how their beverage consumption habits vary by

New products: Ormco adds line of orthodontic instruments

Orthodontic technology company Ormco has introduced a new line of instruments. The Ormco Premium instrument line consists of 45 pliers and 12 cutters. All instruments come with a six-year purchase warranty, according to Ormco.

New product: Bisco launches cleaning gel for restorations

Bisco has launched its new ZirClean cleaning gel for zirconia restorations. The cleaning gel is designed for the nonabrasive cleaning of bonding surfaces of zironia and other prosthetic restorations after the intraoral try-in. The gel neutralizes the phosphate contamination of zirconia and may improve or recover the bond strength of the restorative’s surface, according to Bisco.

Understanding the biological mediators of tooth movement

With more general practitioners offering clear-aligner treatments, being up-to-date on the biological mechanisms and pharmaceuticals that might affect tooth movement is crucial. A new comprehensive review describes the issues related to effective orthodontic treatment. Understanding more about the biology of tooth movement is important for completing treatment in a safe, accelerated, and controlled manner, according to review author Moshabab Asiry, BDS, MSc. Dr. Asiry discussed the effects of various medications and

New product: 3Shape releases digital workflow for dentures

3Shape has released a new, integrated digital denture manufacturing workflow. The workflow consists of 3Shape’s Dental System CAD software, CIM Systems’ SUM3D dental CAM software, and DGShape’s DWX-52D 5-axis dental milling machine. Practitioners who use 3Shape’s software can choose from a number of teeth libraries for denture design. Once the dentures are designed, the digital file is milled on the DGShape milling machines with the help of the SUM3D CAM

Study seeks perio, RA link to oral microbiome health

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and periodontitis are chronic inflammatory diseases that share common risk factors. Researchers conducted periodontal exams on patients with rheumatoid arthritis to determine what bacteria were present and how these patients might benefit from periodontal treatment. They found that patients who were taking anti-inflammatory medicines for rheumatoid arthritis generally had a healthier microbiome. They hope their research will lead to the development of personalized treatments, they wrote in

New ADA guideline includes recommendation for SDF use

The ADA has released a new guideline on nonrestorative treatments for carious lesions, which includes the association’s first recommendation for the use of silver diamine fluoride (SDF). The guideline focuses on minimally invasive treatments to arrest carious lesions on primary and permanent teeth. It includes nine treatments and 11 recommendations, including the use of 38% SDF to arrest cavitated lesions on the coronal surfaces of primary and permanent teeth twice

Henry Schein invests in 3 implant companies

Henry Schein has announced plans to acquire or secure a majority interest in three dental implant companies. The company intends to acquire Intra-Lock, a U.S.-based dental implant company. It also plans to secure a majority interest in dental implant manufacturer Medentis Medical based in Germany and Pro-Cam Implants, the exclusive distributor in the Netherlands for implant and restorative dentistry supplier Camlog. The acquisition and investments will build upon the company’s

6 ways nanoparticles are the future of dentistry

Nanoparticles have the potential to enhance almost every aspect of dentistry, from radiographs and restoratives to orthodontics and oral surgery. That’s because their unique size and properties give them the ability to target and infiltrate bacteria and tissues. Scientists are already working hard to find ways to incorporate nanoparticles into almost every aspect of dentistry, and the authors of a paper in Drug Discovery Today (August 31, 2018) highlighted some