NEW YORK (Reuters Health) – Boys 11 years and up should get Merck & Co’s Gardasil vaccine to protect them against HPV infections, which can cause genital warts as well as oral, penile, and anal cancers, the nation’s largest group of pediatricians said Monday. “What we are hoping will come out of this is that we can push this as a cancer vaccine,” said Dr. Michael Brady of the American
Increasing cosmetic acceptance Cosmetic dentistry is an area where dentists can still substantially increase their profitability. The most successful practices offer a mix of traditional and cosmetic dentistry, and are thereby able to cater to a wider array of patients. Start with whitening. Whitening can increase cosmetic dentistry revenue and also lead patients to accept more complex procedures in the future. Patients who are agreeable to whitening treatment are also
A new survey shows that more than 80% of New Zealanders have caries, and a majority show early signs of periodontal disease. The dental health study, conducted by Oral-B, found that many New Zealanders ignore the most basic dental hygiene guidelines, including brushing and flossing, according to the company. The study showed more than half of the respondents experienced bleeding gums, and 42% said they sometimes have halitosis. Just over
Japanese scientists have found that the odorous compound responsible for halitosis is ideal for harvesting stem cells taken from human dental pulp (Journal of Breath Research, February 27, 2012). Researchers from Nippon Dental University showed that hydrogen sulphide (H2S) increased the ability of adult stem cells to differentiate into hepatic (liver) cells, enhancing their reputation as a reliable source for future liver-cell therapy. It is the first time that high
C3 Jian has raised $30 million in equity financing, which will be used to conduct clinical trials of its caries-fighting peptide drug. The company plans to file a new drug application with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in April for the drug, C16G2. The financing will also be used to support the development, manufacturing, and clinical testing of a handheld diagnostic product related to C16G2, according to C3 Jian.
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) – U.S. researchers who followed healthy male veterans for up to 24 years found that older men who ate more high-fiber fruits were less likely to show signs of gum disease. For more than 600 men participating in a long-running Veterans Affairs (VA) dental study, each serving of high-fiber food was linked to an almost 30% lower likelihood of lost teeth and a 24% lower risk
In a meeting February 24 at the ADA headquarters in Chicago, the ADA, FDI World Dental Federation, and dental associations around the world urged their respective governments and the United Nations (U.N.) to recognize and address the global impact of oral disease. The ADA is a member of the FDI, an international organization comprised of approximately 200 national dental associations and specialist groups. “When we improve the nation’s oral health,
Students at North Dakota State University (NDSU) won first place and $5,000 for designing a porous ceramic dental implant. NDSU’s annual Innovation Challenge encourages students to translate research into commercial products or processes, creating intellectual property and applying microtechnologies to medical and dental devices, according to the university. The porous ceramic dental implant is designed for people who cannot use traditional titanium implants. Since the implant is made from a
AddBio has developed Zolidd, a bioactive nanolayer that improves the stability of dental implants. A randomized clinical trial conducted at Linköping University Hospital in Sweden showed that dental implants with a bisphosphonate nanolayer have improved stability, according to the company. After surgery, it may take several months for the bone around the implant to heal and become strong enough for the patient to regain normal chewing function. Developed by Per
Acteon North America has released the Piezotome Solo LED piezoelectric osseous surgical device. The product provides cutting power of 60 watts and includes an autoclavable LED handpiece, according to the company. The device can be used with all preimplant bone surgeries, including extractions, sinus elevations, bone grafting, ridge splitting, and crown lengthening. Piezotome Solo LED is also compatible with the entire range of Piezotome 2 tips.
A North Dakota oral and maxillofacial surgeon who filed a whistleblower case against MeritCare (now Sanford) was awarded $895,000 by a jury. Mitchell Magid, DMD, is a former MeritCare surgeon who sued the company, claiming he was fired for raising concerns about the reuse of disposable breathing circuits and about a fellow surgeon’s clinical practice issues, according to law firm Nichols Kaster. The jury award included $745,000 in compensatory damages
CHICAGO – 3M ESPE introduced an adhesive resin cement at the Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting this week that the company says delivers significantly higher bond strength, initially and over time, when combined with Scotchbond Universal adhesive. Approved for a wide range of indications, RelyX Ultimate adhesive resin cement is approved for all indications, including veneers, inlays, onlays, crowns, and bridges, and is ideally suited for CAD/CAM and glass ceramic
