Study links bisphosphonate use and root canal success

A new study has linked how long patients take bisphosphonate medication and the success of nonsurgical endodontic therapy. Researchers found patients who used zoledronate for less than one year had better outcomes than those who took the drug for longer. The retroactive study looked at outcomes one year after root canal therapy for patients who received intravenous zoledronate (Zometa, Novartis Pharmaceuticals). Patients who used zoledronate for less than one year

RxRobots donates part of sales to America’s ToothFairy

RxRobots will donate a portion of its MEDi robot sales to America’s ToothFairy: National Children’s Oral Health Foundation (NCOHF). The MEDi robot. Image courtesy of RxRobots. The MEDi robot is a humanoid robot used in dental and medical offices to comfort children during office visits and procedures. The donation to America’s ToothFairy will be used to support oral healthcare services and education for underserved children. “RxRobots is proud to donate

Henry Schein, AO honor those helping holocaust survivors

Henry Schein and the Chicago chapter of the Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity (AO) recognized oral health professionals for their service to the Alpha Omega-Henry Schein Cares Holocaust Survivors Oral Health Program. The program, which launched in 2014, provides free oral healthcare to economically vulnerable Holocaust survivors. At a reception at the Renaissance Chicago North Shore hotel, AO and Henry Schein honored 28 Chicago dental practitioners who have treated 19

All-On-4 in Mexico – What You Need to Know

It’s estimated that more than 10% of people older than 50 years old has no remaining teeth. The reasons why these people lose their teeth are plenty, and they have several options to recover their smile, but there are not options as effective as the All-On-4. This treatment is one of the most recurrent between people who have suffered tooth loss, and with good reason. Here we share with you

‘Should I specialize?’

I recently had a third-year dental student reach out to me with some questions. I found the resulting conversation interesting, compelling, and a great thought experiment. I love meeting and talking to young, intelligent, motivated people who are finding their way in the world. Dental student: Dr. Burris, I am a third-year student in the top 5% in my class. While I fully intend on applying to orthodontics residencies, sometimes I

Texas dentist’s license suspended

A Houston dentist has had her license temporarily suspended after she failed to call emergency personnel when a young patient experienced seizures after being sedated. The Texas State Board of Dental Examiners suspended the license of Bethaniel Jefferson, DDS, for “dishonorable conduct when providing dental care to a minor patient” during a January 7 procedure, according to the board’s January 20 decision. After being sedated, the child began having seizures,

Komet launches essay contest for Women’s History Month

In recognition of Women’s History Month in March, Komet USA is launching a student essay contest in which dental students acknowledge women who have influenced or contributed to their educational and career paths. For the contest, dental students should submit a 500- to 1,000-word essay about an influential woman in history, in their family, in the field of dental education, or in dental practice. The essays should focus on how

How to Save on Dental Work

Everyone is always looking for spending the less possible, but that doesn’t mean compromising quality. When looking for dental work, you need to be sure that you’re receiving high-quality treatments that don’t put your dental health in danger. Yet, there are a few tips that can help you to save a lot. To have the smile you deserve at an affordable price, here we share with you everything you need

Pew report: MLPs top list of topics to watch

In a report released in late January, the Pew Charitable Trusts listed five issues in dental healthcare to watch in 2016. These issues included midlevel dental providers (MLPs), education standards for dental therapy, school sealant programs, working-age adults, and oral health and aging. Jane Koppelman, research director for children’s dental policy at the Pew Charitable Trusts and co-author of the report, spoke with HuangshanDental.com to discuss these five issues and

Week in Review: Kool Smiles protocol; Ga. hygienist legislation; and patient conversation

Dear DrBicuspid Member, A report issued by the dental service organization Kool Smiles claims that state dental programs could save millions and provide oral care to more children if Medicaid dental providers used the company’s care protocol and utilization rates. Read our article here. A bill allowing Georgia dental hygienists to provide preventive care without the direct supervision of a dentist appears headed for legislative approval after getting a recent

Interleukin, Metagenics enter into benefits agreement

Interleukin Genetics and Metagenics have entered into an agreement to incorporate Interleukin’s PerioPredict test into Metagenics’ employee benefit plan. PerioPredict will be used to help identify individuals who may benefit from enhanced dental care to prevent and treat periodontitis to help reduce their systemic inflammatory burden to enhance prevention and management of chronic diseases, according to the companies. Under the terms of the agreement, Interleukin will provide genetic testing and

Practice turnaround: The only game in town

In one of his recently published books, Practice Turnaround: Succeeding in the New Dental Economy, Dr. Levin uses actual case studies to illustrate how Levin Group has helped struggling dental practices regain control and accelerate growth. Here is an excerpt from one of these success stories. The following case study is about a specialist, but it is also instructive for general dentists. While there are very few general dentists who are