New photoactive molecule for dental filling material hardens faster

Austrian researchers have developed a new generation of photoactive materials for dental filling material that hardens faster than traditional dental composites. Researchers at the Vienna University of Technology (TU Wienn), in collaboration with Ivoclar Vivadent, have developed a new generation of photoactive composite materials based on the element germanium, according to a university press release. As composites are based on photoactive materials that harden when exposed to light, the light

IdentAlloy/IdentCeram launches redesigned website

The IdentAlloy/IdentCeram Council has redesigned its website at IdentAlloy.org, adding a Patients section. The section is for people undergoing restorative procedures and can help them learn why documenting material content can be important to outcomes and their overall oral health. Patients want to know about everything from biocompatibility to material purity to how easy it will be to back up insurance claims, explained Chuck Yenkner, executive director of the IdentAlloy/IdentCeram

Operation Smile removes child’s 4-lb facial tumor

Doctors in Virginia successfully removed a 4-lb tumor from the face of a 15-year-old patient on April 27 as part of Operation Smile’s World Care program. The teen traveled from Haiti for the 12-hour surgery, which was performed by William Magee, DDS, MD, director of cleft lip and cleft palate and craniofacial surgery at Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters in Norfolk, and two other Hamptons Roads-based surgeons. 15-year-old Hennglise

Carestream launches new 3D system, digital sensor at AAE meeting

Carestream Dental is launching two new products at this week’s American Association of Endodontists (AAE) Annual Session in National Harbor, MD. The new CS 8100 3D imaging system and the RVG 6200 digital intraoral sensor expand an endodontists’ diagnostic capabilities and streamline daily workflows, according to the company. Building on the technology of the 2D panoramic images provided by the CS 8100, the CS 8100 3D offers 3D imaging and

Finnish researchers find key mutation in jaw tumor

Researchers from Finland have discovered a gene mutation in ameloblastoma, an odontogenic tumor with a high tendency to recur after treatment, as reported in the Journal of Pathology (April 2014, Vol. 232:5, pp. 492-498). Ameloblastoma is most often found in the posterior of the lower jaw. It is treated by surgery, often resulting in tissue deficiencies in the jaw, as well as loss of several teeth. A suitable drug therapy

Chewing Stick, Yesterdays Toothbrush

Many of us use an Electronic toothbrush or a Regular Manual toothbrush; however in some parts of the world, its’ citizen use a different device as a toothbrush. In West Africa there is a tree with antimicrobial properties. Can you imagine brushing your teeth with a twig? Well believe or not, people from Africa, Middle East and parts of Asia, used a Miswak twig to clean their teeth. Past Use

We are what we Eat, So Let’s Have a Healthy Diet

We are what we eat, so a healthy diet is important; but it’s not always easy to know what to eat or what are the most recommended quantities. A tool we can use is MyPlate, a nutritional guide provided to us by the United States Department of Agriculture. The plate and cup is divided into 5 foods groups replacing the food pyramids previous use. The plate and cup provide the

Lawsuit filed against Ga. dental board over teeth whitening

A lawsuit has been filed by a teeth-whitening entrepreneur and the Institute for Justice (IJ) challenging the Georgia Board of Dentistry’s rule prohibiting nondentists from doing teeth whitening. The suit was filed was filed April 2 in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia challenging the dental board’s “irrational and protectionist monopoly prohibiting nondentists from the business of teeth whitening,” according to the IJ. Similar to businesses

FDA approves 1st HPV test for primary cervical cancer screening

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA test for women 25 and older that can be used to determine whether these women should have additional diagnostic testing for cervical cancer. The test can also provide information about a patient’s risk for developing cervical cancer in the future. HPV is best known for causing cervical cancer, but it is also the culprit behind many

AAE launches root canal safety Web page

The American Association of Endodontists (AAE) has launched a new, informational Web page to provide information about the safety of root canal procedures. The site provides endodontists, general dentists, dental media, industry partners, and patients with information about the safety of endodontic treatment, according to the association. The Web page includes a root canal safety fact sheet, tooth-saving tips, and educational videos for patients about endodontic specialists and root canal

7 Dental Tips (Part 3)

Conclusion time is here, continuing with last weeks tips, will now developed the last 3 dental tips mention 2 weeks ago in our blog7 Dental Tips Healthy Diet A healthy diet is import to improve and maintain good oral health. Remember we are what we eat and if you want to improve your health you will need to improve your eating habits. Try to add fruits and vegetables to your

Va. decouples pediatric dental benefits from health plans for 2015

Health plans in Virginia for groups of fewer than 50 employees will no longer have to offer pediatric dental benefits if certain conditions are met, according to a law recently passed by the state Legislature. Insurers offering plans in the small group or individual market may omit pediatric benefits for 2015 if a qualified dental plan is available to the group or individual and the carrier discloses that pediatric dental