OrthoAccel appoints new CEO

2017-07-25

Medical device company OrthoAccel Technologies has named David Josza as its new CEO. Josza previously served as the corporate vice president and general manager for

Does a drug holiday aid BRONJ patients undergoing surgery?

2017-07-24

In patients with bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (BRONJ), what is the best treatment to prevent a relapse? While a so-called drug holiday is often

Interleukin Genetics to liquidate assets

2017-07-24

Interleukin Genetics announced it will shut down and liquidate its assets pending shareholder approval in August. Interleukin is the creator of PerioPredict, a test that

Patients may lack basic knowledge about implants

2017-07-23

How much do your patients know about dental implants? Not as much as you may think. A new study found that 1 in 4 people

Distributor deal to bring Structo 3D printers to U.S. market

2017-07-20

Distributor Dental Axess has signed an agreement to bring Structo’s dental 3D printers to the U.S. and other regions. Structo designs, develops, and builds 3D

Week in Review: Is arginine the new fluoride? Plus 10-second tooth cleaning and largest insurers

2017-07-20

Dear DrBicuspid Member, Should arginine be in your armamentarium? Previous studies have found that caries-free individuals have higher arginine levels in their saliva than those

How do CAD/CAM materials hold up to dental prophylaxis?

2017-07-19

CAD/CAM blocks have evolved considerably in terms of materials, shade, and durability. But how well do different kinds of blocks stand up to professional dental

Are periodontitis and metabolic syndrome connected?

2017-07-18

Periodontitis and metabolic syndrome are manifestations of chronic inflammation. Alvin Danenberg, DDS. Periodontitis is an advanced stage of gum disease in which the gums are

AAOF creates Bray research award

2017-07-17

The American Association of Orthodontists Foundation (AAOF) has recognized Robert James Bray, DDS, by creating a biomedical research award in his name. Numerous dentists, Align

CDA-supported anesthesia bill advances from committee

2017-07-16

A California State Assembly bill that would have required three practitioners to be present when a child younger than age 7 was undergoing anesthesia in

3Shape launches CAD software for labs

2017-07-16

3Shape has launched a new version of its CAD software for dental labs. The Dental System 2017 software includes new treatment workflows, technology to make

Week in Review: U.S. practices conducting more exams; DOJ tackles healthcare fraud; plus earn CE credits

2017-07-13

Dear DrBicuspid Member, One of the most important ways to build revenue while building patient trust is a periodic or comprehensive oral evaluation. But many