Biolux gets regulatory clearance for OrthoPulse in Australia

Biolux Research announced that OrthoPulse has received regulatory clearance in Australia and has been registered in New Zealand. Kevin Strange, president and CEO of Biolux, stated in a press release that his company was pleased with the regulatory approval. “We are excited about bringing the benefits of OrthoPulse to patients and dental professionals in Australia and New Zealand. OrthoPulse has already received regulatory approval in Europe and Canada,” he said.

Cellulite: How to Get Rid of It

Can it be possible? Have you been diagnose with Cellulite? But wait, what is cellulite and how can you get rid of cellulite? What is Cellulite? Cellulite – a skin condition caused by our own fatty deposits. When affect by this skin disorder, the fatty deposits will cause your skin to dimple and appear similar to an orange or cottage cheese; areas commonly affected include: the abdomen, buttocks, hips and

Study: MLPs may effectively screen for common dental diseases in low-risk patients

Dental therapists may be able to effectively screen for caries and periodontal disease in low-risk patients, according to a new U.K. study in the Journal of Dental Research. The researchers found that these midlevel providers (MLPs) detected common dental diseases almost as often as dentists. The study compared the diagnostic test accuracy of dental therapists in the northwest of England to general dental practitioners in the region. Using the dentists’

Axim unveils hemp cannabigerol oral care products

Axim Biotechnologies has debuted its line of oral care and cosmetic products that include cannabigerol (CBG) at this week’s Cannabis Economy Global Conference in New York City. The retail-ready CBG hemp cannabis-infused oral care products include a toothpaste, mouthwash, dentifrice, and oral gel for minor cuts and sores. All the products are tested and free of heavy metals, pesticides, fungi, and bacteria, according to the company. “We use only pharmaceutical-grade

Morphine and tramadol may make intra-articular injections more effective

Morphine given by intra-articular injection after arthrocentesis significantly reduces temporomandibular joint (TMJ)-related pain compared with arthrocentesis alone, according to a new study. Researchers from the department of oral and maxillofacial surgery at the University of Marmara Faculty of Dentistry in Istanbul found a similar but shorter-lived effect with tramadol. Inflammation is among the causes of TMJ-related pain, and there is increasing evidence that opioids can provide pain relief, particularly in

CDA, others advocate for improved Medi-Cal reimbursement rates

In a hearing on Wednesday in Sacramento, CA, the president of the California Dental Association (CDA) and other experts testified that California’s very low Medi-Cal reimbursement rates had become an access-to-care issue when it comes to the state’s children receiving necessary dental treatment. Walter Weber, DDS, of Campbell, CA, said California’s low reimbursement rates — in some cases about a third of the national average for some dental procedures —

NC dental board, ADA: SCOTUS ruling undermines authority of states, professional boards

The North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners and the ADA criticized last week’s U.S. Supreme Court decision on teeth whitening, saying the ruling undermines the states’ authority to regulate activity while creating a quandary for professional boards across the country. But an attorney for the Institute for Justice (IJ), which has filed several lawsuits on behalf of nondentists on the issue, said the ruling rejects self-serving attempts by dentists

ADA on teeth-whitening decision impact; fluoride in England; Chicago Midwinter wrap-up

Dear DrBicuspid Member, The North Carolina dental board and the ADA criticized last week’s U.S. Supreme Court decision over teeth whitening, saying it undermines the states’ authority to regulate activity while creating a quandary for professional boards across the country. Read Features Editor Donna Domino’s article here. Water fluoridation above a certain level is linked to higher rates of hypothyroidism in England, according to a new study in the Journal

Heraeus Kulzer launches Pala digital denture system

Heraeus Kulzer has launched the Pala digital denture system. The technology uses CAD and 3D software to model dentures for a good fit and good aesthetics that practices can deliver to their patients two times faster than conventional systems, according to the company. The system allows dentists to capture the final impression, bite, vertical dimension, and centric relation in a single patient visit, compared with three visits with conventional systems.

Higher fluoridation levels in England linked to hypothyroidism

Water fluoridation above a certain level is linked to 30% higher than expected rates of hypothyroidism in England, according to a new study by U.K. researchers in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health. They reported their findings from a large observational study of general practice physicians and fluoride levels in drinking water in the West Midlands and Greater Manchester areas. “From a public health perspective, this raises questions about

Good Oral Health: Preventing Bruxism

Night has finally arrived, after a long day at work, spending time with family and friends, you are ready to settle in and rest. From here you close your eyes and begin to dream, this happens almost automatically and many of us are not even aware of it. However, this is not the only thing that happens at night and many of us are not aware of it; not only

2015 Chicago Midwinter Meeting wrap-up

CHICAGO – The 150th Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting concluded this past weekend. Despite subfreezing temperatures, there was a busy exhibit floor, standing-room-only clinical presentations, and dozens of new products launched. Click through the slideshow below to view some of the highlights from the 2015 Midwinter Meeting. .slideBox { background-color : #ffcc00; } .slideCaption { font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style:italic; text-align:left; padding:4px; } .photoCredit { font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: