DMG America will introduce PermaCem 2.0, a permanent cement that bonds to zirconium restorations, on September 1. Incorporating the recently developed adhesive monomer formula, the dual-curing properties of PermaCem 2.0 offer a bond across all substrates, according to the company. DMG formulated the cement for easy cleanup with optimized viscosity and no dripping. The single-step cement does not require etching.
We did not intend for our release of ECG Management Consultants’ studies of the economic sustainability of midlevel providers to answer all questions related to workforce models. Dr. Jay Friedman, in an editorial published by HuangshanDental.com, criticized the work for what he called “a number of structural flaws,” and others have followed suit. Without getting into what likely is a fruitless argument about the nuances of ECG’s work, we maintain that
Long-term use of photosensitizing antihypertensive drugs increase the risk for lip cancer by two- to fourfold, according to a new study in Archives of Internal Medicine (August 6, 2012). Researchers from Kaiser Permanente Medical Care Program and Stanford University School of Medicine evaluated prescriptions dispensed for 23,616 non-Hispanic white adults with hypertension from August 1, 1994, to February 29, 2008. They identified 712 patients with lip cancer and 22,904 well-matched
Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) can help ease pain, swelling, and trismus associated with surgical removal of impacted lower third molars, according to a study in Lasers in Medical Science (July 28, 2012). Researchers from the department of oral dental diseases at the University of Chieti in Italy randomized 30 patients into two treatment groups, each with 15 patients: a test group (LLLT) and a control group (no LLLT). All were
Dental therapists could dramatically improve access to care via school-based programs run by federally qualified health centers (FQHC), according to a new report by the Pew Center on the States, “Expanding the Dental Safety Net: A First Look at How Dental Therapists Can Help.” The researchers estimate that using dental therapists and allied providers in school programs could make dental care available to 6.7 million additional Medicaid-eligible children at significantly
Dexcel Pharma Technologies’ PerioChip for dental professionals is now available in the U.S. market through its new website. The product is also available through Adrian Pharmaceuticals. PerioChip is an antiseptic, not an antibiotic. The biodegradable chip, which contains 2.5 mg of chlorhexidine gluconate, has been shown to be an effective and safe adjunctive treatment for patients with adult periodontitis with a pocket depth of 5 mm or more, when used
Cosmetic dentistry, whether in the form of simple whitening or more complicated procedures such as implants, is usually not covered by insurance. Only by transferring your enthusiasm for cosmetic dentistry to your team and your patients will you achieve significant growth in this area. Build the team’s enthusiasm for cosmetic dentistry. One highly effective way to get staff excited about cosmetic dentistry is to make it personal. Suggest specific cosmetic
A U.K. dentist and three dental firms have been fined for selling teeth-whitening products containing dangerous amounts of hydrogen peroxide. Dr. Iqbal Kathrada of Hull, England, and three dental companies were ordered to pay more than 10,325 pounds ($16,000) in fines and court costs, according to a story on ThisIsHullandEastRiding.co.uk. Dr. Kathrada and the company Kasbin, which runs My Dental Health Club; importer Wyten Technology; and distributor Billericay Dental Supply
Oragenics has entered into a new, three-year contract with Central Business USA that makes Central Business USA the exclusive distributor of Oragenics’ oral care probiotics in Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay. All products will contain ProBiora3, Oragenics’ patented, proprietary blend of three probiotics specifically designed for oral health, the company noted. Central Business USA is a pharmaceutical wholesaler located in Orlando, FL, that provides prescription medication, medical products, vitamins, and
Actors Michael Douglas and Blythe Danner are partnering with the Oral Cancer Foundation (OCF) on a series of public service announcements (PSAs) that stress the importance of oral cancer screening and early detection. Douglas has completed successful treatment for advanced oral cancer, and Danner lost her husband to the same disease. When found early, oral cancers have an 80% or better survival rate, according to the OCF. Unfortunately, most oral
Having two annual dental cleanings does not reduce tooth loss in low-risk patients, but high-risk patients benefit from additional care, according to a study conducted on behalf of Interleukin Genetics. The Periodontal Disease Prevention Study was conducted by the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, the company noted in a press release. Researchers examined approximately 5,400 adults from a large dental claims database with more than 16 consecutive years of
HuangshanDental.com is pleased to present the next installment of Leaders in Dentistry, a series of interviews with researchers, practitioners, and opinion leaders who are influencing the practice of dentistry. With the 2012 Summer Olympics kicking off July 27, we spoke with British dentist Tony Clough, BDS, who was instrumental in setting up the dental care program for the games. Dr. Clough talked with us about the facilities available at the