Sirona launches Cerec Zirconia, SpeedFire furnace
2016-02-24
CHICAGO – Sirona has launched its Cerec Zirconia, an all-ceramic substitute for the traditional porcelain fused to metal (PFM), and the Cerec SpeedFire furnace at
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Microcopy releases new bur at Midwinter
2016-02-24
CHICAGO – Microcopy is launching its new NeoBurr 5572 with a blended-neck carbide design at this week’s 2016 Midwinter Meeting. With its single-piece carbide construction,
Study links bisphosphonate use and root canal success
2016-02-24
A new study has linked how long patients take bisphosphonate medication and the success of nonsurgical endodontic therapy. Researchers found patients who used zoledronate for
RxRobots donates part of sales to America’s ToothFairy
2016-02-23
RxRobots will donate a portion of its MEDi robot sales to America’s ToothFairy: National Children’s Oral Health Foundation (NCOHF). The MEDi robot. Image courtesy of
Henry Schein, AO honor those helping holocaust survivors
2016-02-23
Henry Schein and the Chicago chapter of the Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity (AO) recognized oral health professionals for their service to the Alpha Omega-Henry
Komet launches essay contest for Women’s History Month
2016-02-22
In recognition of Women’s History Month in March, Komet USA is launching a student essay contest in which dental students acknowledge women who have influenced
Week in Review: Kool Smiles protocol; Ga. hygienist legislation; and patient conversation
2016-02-18
Dear DrBicuspid Member, A report issued by the dental service organization Kool Smiles claims that state dental programs could save millions and provide oral care
Interleukin, Metagenics enter into benefits agreement
2016-02-18
Interleukin Genetics and Metagenics have entered into an agreement to incorporate Interleukin’s PerioPredict test into Metagenics’ employee benefit plan. PerioPredict will be used to help
Endodontics Insider: Study finds link between bisphosphonate use and root canal success
2016-02-17
Dear Endodontics Insider, A recent study finds a link between how long patients take bisphosphonate medication and the success of nonsurgical endodontic therapy. Researchers found
Obtura Spartan launches new Nano Gutta Percha Points
2016-02-16
Obtura Spartan Endodontics has introduced its new Nano Gutta Percha Points for filling root canal systems. The product is made with a newly developed precision
Golden Dental’s $1.26M patent infringement award upheld
2016-02-11
Golden Dental Solutions (GDS) announced that a $1.26 million award for patent infringement has been upheld by a U.S. district court. The suit was filed against
Create a master cast for implants using digital tech
2016-02-09
A new study demonstrates a method to create a master cast for multiple implant treatment planning using digital technologies. Using digital technologies can ultimately save
