A new study demonstrates a method to create a master cast for multiple implant treatment planning using digital technologies. Using digital technologies can ultimately save time and money, the study authors noted. “The results show a significant cost savings in attachments, as well as an increase in the quality of reproduction and accuracy of the master cast.” — Luis Romero, PhD The PLOS One study detailed a six-step method to
For those who are not familiarized with medical tourism, the idea of going to a foreign country to get dental treatments may seem crazy. On the other hand, Mexico receives thousands of people daily who come here to get high-quality treatments at an affordable price. For example, around 3,000 people visit Los Algodones every day. That’s because these people know about how convenient is traveling to get dental treatments, and
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) has named a new executive director. Scott Farrell will succeed Robert Rinaldi, PhD, who is retiring after more than 18 years as executive director, according to the association. Farrell is currently chief financial officer and associate executive director of AAOMS. “Mr. Farrell brings a wealth of experience gleaned from almost 40 years in healthcare association management,” AAOMS President Louis Rafetto, DMD,
Egalet has announced a collaboration agreement with Septodont, in which the company will promote Egalet’s Sprix (ketorolac tromethamine) nasal spray exclusively to dentists in the U.S. Sprix is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) indicated in adult patients for the short-term (up to five days) management of moderate to moderately severe pain that requires analgesia at the opioid level, according to Egalet. “Through our partnership with Septodont, we are able to
Over 40% of more than 1,000 U.S. adults surveyed believe they have little or no control over whether they get a cavity, according to a new Children’s Dental Health Project (CDHP) survey released February 4. In fact, only 57% of respondents even believe they have “significant control” over getting a cavity. Significant control is the combination of two categories on the survey: total control and a lot of control. The
In most cases, having a dental suffering may mean a big problem for a person. Getting dental work can be expensive, so maybe you could think that is better if you don’t get it. Thinking that the pain will go away is not the solution for your dental diseases, you need to treat them. If you don’t receive the dental work that you need, diseases in your mouth can grow
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced an action plan to combat what it calls the “opioid abuse epidemic.” Robert Califf, MD, the administration’s deputy commissioner for medical products and tobacco, and other FDA leaders announced the administration’s action plan on February 4. “We are determined to help defeat this epidemic through a science-based and continuously evolving approach,” Dr. Califf stated in a press release. “This plan contains real measures
Dear DrBicuspid Member, How do elite athletes, such as swimmer Michael Phelps, tip the odds in their favor and become the world’s best? More relevantly, how can you duplicate this success in your dental office? As Dental Intel Vice President Curtis Marshall writes, success happens when small wins accumulate. Read his column here. As you start prepping a tooth for a crown, it fractures at the gumline. This has probably
Henry Schein has joined with 26 of its supplier partners to participate in the 14th annual Give Kids A Smile (GKAS) Day. Give Kids A Smile Day is celebrated each year on the first Friday of February with the goal of expanding oral healthcare access for underserved U.S. kids. For the 2016 GKAS Day, Henry Schein and partners are supporting nearly 40,000 volunteers, who will provide free oral health screenings,
Pulpdent is donating the company’s Embrace fluoride varnish to the nonprofit group Mil Milagros (A Thousand Miracles). The group works in rural Guatemala to prevent child malnutrition and improve the health and education of the children and the communities, according to Pulpdent. More than 60 teachers in local public schools are also trained to support the daily toothbrushing programs that are part of the school day. “Most of the children
You’ve heard and read a lot of times that you need to floss to have a good dental hygiene. That is true, but what you don’t hear often enough is how to floss correctly. Proper flossing can help you to remove plaque and food particles that can lead to several problems. If you don’t floss the right way, plaque buildup can cause tooth decay and gum disease, so you need
AMD Lasers has released an update to its line of Picasso lasers, called the Picasso+. The upgrade includes the Picasso+ and Picasso Lite+. Both provide a full touchscreen interface with new preset modes and treatment timers for periodontal and aphthous ulcer treatment, according to the company. The interval and duration pulsed modes are adjustable, and the upgrades include an electronic connection detection and an new optional battery pack. The new
