FDA calls on imaging vendors to reduce kids’ risks

2012-05-08

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today issued a draft guidance to encourage manufacturers of x-ray imaging devices to consider the safety of children

IOS partners with Jenmar on dental lab cases

2012-05-03

The DL-plus dental laboratory management software from Jenmar International and IOS Technologies’ FastScan digital impression system are now interoperable. Using the open XML standard Universal

OraMetrix adds i-CAT imaging to suresmile

2012-04-30

OraMetrix, makers of the suresmile orthodontic system that combines 3D diagnostic imaging with computerized treatment planning and robotic archwire customization, has added a new capability

OraMetrix opens Australian subsidiary

2012-04-24

OraMetrix, makers of the SureSmile orthodontic system that combines 3D diagnostic imaging with computerized treatment planning and robotic archwire customization, has established a wholly owned

AAOMR finds flaws in dental x-ray risk study

2012-04-24

The American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology (AAOMR) has issued a statement in response to a study published April 10 in the journal Cancer.

Sirona to debut caries-detection device

2012-04-23

In May Sirona Dental will launch SIROInspect, a battery-operated, rechargeable caries-detection probe that utilizes optical technology to help dentists determine where caries does or does

Maine lets independent practice hygienists take x-rays

2012-04-19

Independent practice dental hygienists (IPDHs) in Maine are claiming victory with the signing into law of LD 1891, which expands their duties and allows them

ADA suggests ‘recall bias’ in x-ray, brain tumor study

2012-04-09

In response to the study released today that found an association between frequent dental x-rays and an increased risk of developing meningioma, the ADA issued

Study links frequent dental x-rays with brain tumor

2012-04-09

People who received frequent dental x-rays have an increased risk of developing meningioma, the most commonly diagnosed primary brain tumor in the U.S., according to

Fluorescence mainly an adjunct for occlusal caries detection

2012-04-01

While fluorescence-based caries detection devices have been shown to offer clinical decision-making support, visual inspection should continue to be the primary detection method for occlusal

CBCT aids ortho treatment-planning confidence

2012-03-21

Cone-beam CT (CBCT) enhances practitioner confidence during orthodontic pre-treatment diagnosis and treatment planning, according to a presentation given yesterday by UCLA researchers at the American

Heraeus acquires Swedish CAD/CAM firm

2012-03-19

Heraeus Dental has acquired Biomain, a Swedish provider of customized CAD/CAM implants. The acquisition is intended to strengthen Heraeus’ presence in the Northern European dental