Talking to your patients about implants or a root canal
2019-09-22
Is it time for your patient to get an implant or a root canal? It is important to have an answer to this question from
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Week in Review: Questions for your marketing firm | Dental exam | Kids’ bad breath
2019-09-20
Dear DrBicuspid Member, As a practice owner, you want your marketing to convey the right image. But how do you know if a marketing firm
U.S. task force seeks comment on caries prevention plan
2019-09-19
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has posted a draft research plan on screening and interventions to prevent caries in children younger than 5 years
3D printing firm Voodoo launches clear-aligner service
2019-09-18
3D printing firm Voodoo Manufacturing of New York City has begun offering a 3D manufacturing service to supply clear aligners for dental applications. The company’s
CDC: Caries prevalence drops in U.S. kids
2019-09-16
The prevalence of caries in primary teeth decreased nearly five percentage points in U.S. children ages 2 to 5 from 2011 to 2016 compared with
Zirconia implants pretty, but no better than titanium
2019-09-15
A zirconia implant looks better, but research has yet to show that it is a suitable alternative to dental fixtures made with titanium, according to
Dentsply Sirona, Carbon launch printable denture system
2019-09-12
Denstply Sirona and digital manufacturing company Carbon have launched a printable denture material and workflow system. The Lucitone digital print denture workflow and material system
Digital technologies are often assets in orthodontics
2019-09-11
When patients visit orthodontists, they often seek much more than better smiles. Digital technologies such as 3D printing can provide patients with visuals that help
2 keys to anesthesia safety: Patient and case selection
2019-09-10
Safe anesthetic procedures begin with patient and case selection, according to oral and maxillofacial surgery expert Stuart Lieblich, DMD. He spoke about keeping patients safe
Orthodontist pleads not guilty to charges of bribing Ark. lawmaker
2019-09-10
An orthodontist who is accused of paying $157,000 in kickbacks and providing free dental work to an Arkansas lawmaker has pleaded not guilty to the
Elevate Oral Care debuts glass ionomer
2019-09-09
Elevate Oral Care has introduced a new glass ionomer cement that bonds to and masks surfaces treated with silver diamine fluoride (SDF). The Smart Advantage
Antioxidants are good for oral health — here’s why
2019-09-08
SAN FRANCISCO – Pass the dark chocolate and berries. Antioxidants found in these and other common foods and spices can help boost oral health, according