April 2017 new-product roundup from DrBicuspid.com

In March and April, companies have introduced new products ranging from an endodontics chair to new toothpastes and more. Here is our monthly roundup of new products from companies such as Philips Sonicare, Sanofi, Boyd Industries, and others. Endodontics Boyd launches endodontic chair Boyd Industries launched the M3100LC, a new chair designed specifically for endodontic procedures. The chair has a memory foam winged back and can lift patients up to

Are patients satisfied with noninvasive treatment?

Research supports the benefits of minimally invasive dentistry for noncavitated carious lesions, but can providing such care damage your professional reputation and lower patient satisfaction? In a new study, patients who received noninvasive treatment were just as satisfied as those who underwent invasive treatment. The lack of knowledge on the part of patients about noninvasive treatments for noncavitated early caries lesions, which include monitoring and oral hygiene instruction instead of

New product: Boyd launches endodontic chair

Boyd Industries has launched the M3100LC, a new chair designed specifically for endodontic procedures. The chair has a memory foam winged back and can lift patients up to 500 lb. The M3100LC also has several positioning features, including the following: A swiveling base that can lock into place once a patient is in position Control switches on both sides and the back of the chair The ability for practitioners to

American Academy of Cariology launches

The American Academy of Cariology (AAC) has launched. The aim of the nonprofit organization is to eradicate dental caries in the U.S. with a focus on research, education, and science-based caries management. Margherita Fontana, DDS, PhD, is the academy’s first president. The first meeting of the AAC will be held on October 18, 2017, in Atlanta during the 2017 ADA annual meeting. The AAC will debut a website soon, the

Saliva peptide may help implant integration

A peptide found in saliva may be the key to helping implants integrate with surrounding cells faster. Researchers found that oral cavity cells exposed to this specific peptide spread and adhered to titanium significantly better than those without it. Irene van Dijk, PhD. The researchers believe the peptide histatin 1 (Hst1) may one day have clinical applications that help with implant integration. Lead researcher Irene van Dijk, PhD, from the

Sheri’s Solutions: Flossing debate

“It’s interesting how the flossing debate left the news so quickly,” a very astute patient opined the other day. He continued, “I don’t understand how people don’t think flossing is important. I get stuff out between my teeth every time I floss.” Sheri B. Doniger, DDS. Well, wouldn’t we like to have all our patients so motivated to get the floss out. The sad reality is that flossing had its

Univ. of Rochester dedicates new pediatric dental clinic

The University of Rochester Eastman Institute for Oral Health (EIOH) and the School of Medicine and Dentistry recently dedicated a new pediatric dental clinic. The Dr. Dennis A. Clements III and Dr. Martha Ann Keels EIOH Pediatric Dentistry Clinic was established with a $500,000 donation from Martha Ann Keels, DDS, PhD, and her husband Dennis Clements III, MD, PhD, MPH, in 2016. The couple also donated an additional $500,000 to create a

Can improving oral health prolong life after menopause?

Are postmenopausal women with periodontitis or edentulism at greater risk of cardiovascular disease and death? A large prospective study examined the risk of cardiovascular disease and death in this population, with the results suggesting that improving oral health could lengthen life. Lead study author Michael LaMonte, PhD, MPH. Image courtesy of the University of Buffalo. Researchers examined the relationship between periodontitis and cardiovascular disease in a large cohort of postmenopausal

Week in Review: Oral health in postmenopausal and pregnant women; plus a new legal case

Dear DrBicuspid Member, Are postmenopausal women with periodontitis or edentulism at a greater risk of heart disease and death? A new study from the Journal of the American Heart Association looked at the risk of cardiovascular disease and mortality in this population, with the results suggesting that improving oral health could lengthen life. Learn more here. Meanwhile, Dr. Sheri Doniger also addresses this study in her latest column, using it to

Dental groups say mouthguards are cost-effective

Five dental organizations are working together during National Facial Protection Month in April to educate parents, caregivers, and coaches about how to prevent head and facial injuries while playing sports. The organizations are the American Dental Association, the Academy for Sports Dentistry, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, and the American Association of Orthodontists. They recommend that athletes in all sports wear

Legal Cases: Mandibular fracture after implant placement

HuangshanDental.com is pleased to present the next column from two lawyers who spend every day defending dentists in litigation and before the licensing board. The purpose of this column is to offer our readers a fresh perspective on common practice and risk management issues from attorneys who litigate these issues in the real world. A 68-year-old woman who had been edentulous for many years was growing increasingly unhappy with the

New product: Sanofi launches kids’ toothpaste

Sanofi Consumer Healthcare has launched a new fluoride toothpaste for children. ACT Kids toothpaste is for children age 2 and older. It is available in two flavors: bubble gum and fruit punch. It will be available at retailers such as Walmart, Target, and Walgreens, according to the company.