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.
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.
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
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
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
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 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
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
Procter & Gamble brand Crest has introduced its new Crest Gum & Enamel Repair toothpaste. The toothpaste is designed to neutralize plaque bacteria along and below the gumline. The toothpaste also boosts the repair of weakened enamel, according to Crest. The toothpaste comes in two varieties, Intensive Clean and Advanced Whitening, and they are available at drugstores, mass retailers, and e-commerce sites.
Interest in the link between periodontal health and systemic disease has been growing, with researchers investigating possible connections between oral health and diseases including artherosclerosis, diabetes, pregnancy outcomes, and respiratory conditions. But what has recent research found? To assess newer results, investigators conducted a review of randomized trials performed since 2010 that examined the effects of periodontal treatment on systemic disease. They found evidence that periodontal treatment can reduce the
Dentsply Sirona has launched a new clear-aligner system for general practitioners and orthodontists. SureSmile aligners are designed and produced based on a digital impression scan. The practitioner can use Elemetrix software to customize the aligner’s design and upload the data to the design and fabrication center in Dallas. The company offers pricing choices, ranging from all-inclusive pricing to pay-per-aligner.
Dear DrBicuspid Member, When was the last time you tested your water lines? Infection-control expert Jessica Wilson shared her tips for how to maintain your water lines and keep your patients healthy. Read more here. Standard dental care calls for twice-daily toothbrushing with a fluoride toothpaste or dentifrice, but it remains unclear if these substances contribute to toothbrushing’s effectiveness at inhibiting plaque regrowth. To learn more, researchers reviewed and analyzed