Getting dental work can be a not-so-pleasant experience to many people. The reasons for this are plenty, but the main one is the anxiety that a visit to the dentist represents for some persons. Still, you cannot skip dental work when your mouth needs it. There are a few things you can do to make the most of your dental experience. Here we share with you how to prepare for
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Agriculture have released the “2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans,” which includes a call to limit the intake of added sugars. Read Assistant Editor Theresa Pablos’ article here. Taking a strategic approach to your practice’s next financial step can yield a better outcome, according to Jordan Arovas of Webster Bank. He details the practical steps to consider when you’re
Kerr Restoratives has launched the Maxcem Elite Chroma resin cement. Maxcem Elite Chroma is a self-etch, self-adhesive resin cement that offers a color cleanup indicator. The cement starts with a pink color that fades, letting the clinician know the best time to clean excess cement, according to the company. The pink color disappears after self-cure and tack cure. The cement works with a variety of dental substrates and is compatible
A dental visit can save both your smile and even your life. Many think that going to the dentists will be and unpleasant experience, but if you find the right dentist, your visit could become an enjoyable and relaxing experience. To have the best dental experience possible you need a guide and has developed a helpful guide to find the best dentist. What to Look Out for When Choosing a Dentist?
Did you know that eating fruits daily can save you a lot of dental procedures? It’s true, there are fruits that can help you to protect your teeth, but there are also others that can be not so helpful. The key to have a beautiful smile is knowledge and prevention, so by knowing what is good for you and what is not, you can keep your teeth shining. That’s why
3M and Zirkonzahn have settled a patent infringement lawsuit involving 3M’s technology that enables precise sintering of dental ceramics. In June 2015, 3M filed a lawsuit against Zirkonzahn and Zirkonzahn Deutschland in a district court in Germany. Zirkonzahn is a dental products company based out of the South Tyrol province in Italy. The lawsuit alleged Zirkonzahn’s instructions for sintering zirconia blocks infringed on one of 3M’s European patents. Zirkonzahn agreed
Higher fluoride concentrations are necessary when controlling caries of the root dentine versus those in the enamel, according to a new study from researchers from Brazil and published in PLOS One. The study aimed to validate a cariogenic biofilm model that would evaluate the effect of fluoride on both enamel and root dentine under simultaneous conditions of demineralization. “The findings support the clinical data, suggesting that higher fluoride concentrations are
Do you have trouble flossing? Have you been known to stretch the truth when it comes to reporting your flossing habits? You are certainly not alone. Flossing is one of the most neglected oral hygiene steps across all age groups. However, it is no less important. A healthy smile depends on your ability and diligence to clean between your teeth. Brushing definitely cleans your teeth, but up to 35% of
Experiencing a dental emergency could be a devastating experience. Not only will you have to deal with the pain, but also their costs. Today, the costs of dental work are very expensive and many are unable to afford good quality dental work. However, you have nothing to worry about. Through this post, will offer you a few facts about dental financing you need to know. Facts about Dental Financing Today’s
Exactech, a developer and producer of bone and joint restoration products, announced that is has sold its dental biologic assets to Salvin Dental Specialities. Exactech sold “substantially all the assets of its dental biologics business” to Salvin through its Salvin Regenerative subsidiary. Salvin is a privately held company that develops, manufactures, and markets regenerative biomaterials and surgical instrumentation for implant dentistry. Salvin will acquire Exactech’s dental biologic products, including Optecure,
In fall 2015, all 149 first-year medical students at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) learned how to perform a basic oral health screening and apply fluoride varnish — the first of many steps to better integrate dental with other healthcare professions at UCSF. Read Assistant Editor Theresa Pablos’ article here. Population-based early childhood caries (ECC) models are useful when trying to understand large-scale causes of caries; however, they
California received a D+ grade for not providing enough oral health services for the state’s poorest children, according to the “2016 California Children’s Report Card” issued by the advocacy group Children Now. Caries is the most common chronic illness among children — five times more common than asthma — and too few of California’s most vulnerable young children are receiving oral health services, according to the 90-page report released on