What you need to know about 3D printing in dentistry

2017-04-24

Want to print teeth for your patients? Dentists discussed how 3D printing is changing dentistry at the recent 3DHeals 2017 conference in San Francisco. Maybe

New product: Komet adds crown cutter

2017-04-23

Komet USA has introduced a new crown cutter to aid in removing adhesive-bonded, ceramic restorations. The 4ZRS Jackie crown cutter has been designed to create

Heraeus Kulzer names new president for U.S.

2017-04-23

Heraeus Kulzer has named Jeremy Thomas as its new president for the U.S. and Canada. Thomas was also named head of the Americas region, effective

Which material kills the most biofilms in root canal systems?

2017-04-23

The buildup of biofilms can delay the healing process in a root canal system. Getting rid of these biofilms, however, often requires treatment beyond irrigation

Week in Review: New implant coating; articaine vs. lidocaine; and gender pay gap

2017-04-20

Dear DrBicuspid Member, Silver and hydroxyapatite nanoparticles may be the key to reducing the implant failure rate. A new, biocompatible implant coated with the two

New implant coating reduces bacterial growth, adhesion

2017-04-20

Silver and hydroxyapatite nanoparticles may be the key to reducing the implant failure rate. A new, biocompatible implant coated with the two materials effectively prevented

Anesthesia & Pain Management Insider: Dexamethasone reduces pain after third-molar extractions

2017-04-19

Dear Anesthesia & Pain Management Insider, Dentists and oral surgeons are always looking for better ways to reduce their patients’ pain after surgery, and a

FDA restricts use of codeine, tramadol for kids

2017-04-19

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced new warnings on codeine and tramadol medications that restrict their use for children. On April 20,

Study: Fluoride varnish as effective as sealant for caries prevention

2017-04-18

Preventing caries on occlusal surfaces of molars is a key preventive care objective in all patients, but especially for children and those from lower socioeconomic

3Shape gets exclusive integration with AO bracket system

2017-04-17

3Shape announced that its indirect bonding application now digitally integrates with American Orthodontics’ (AO) bracket system. The exclusive integration allows practitioners to plan treatment using

How do oral disorders affect your patients’ lives?

2017-04-17

When patients come to your office with what you diagnose as oral lichen planus, actinic keratosis, erythroplakia, or another oral potentially malignant disorder (OPMD), they

New product: Komet launches composite polishers

2017-04-17

Komet USA has launched its new Footsie composite polishers with thick ends that resemble feet. Footsies are designed with a spiral shape to prevent breaking