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

AAOMS selects new executive director

2016-02-08

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) has named a new executive director. Scott Farrell will succeed Robert Rinaldi, PhD, who is retiring

Septodont agrees to promote NSAID nasal spray

2016-02-08

Egalet has announced a collaboration agreement with Septodont, in which the company will promote Egalet’s Sprix (ketorolac tromethamine) nasal spray exclusively to dentists in the

FDA announces action plan to combat opioid abuse

2016-02-04

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced an action plan to combat what it calls the “opioid abuse epidemic.” Robert Califf, MD, the administration’s

Week in Review: Small wins; specialist referrals; and Western Dental

2016-02-04

Dear DrBicuspid Member, How do elite athletes, such as swimmer Michael Phelps, tip the odds in their favor and become the world’s best? More relevantly,

Henry Schein participates in 2016 GKAS Day

2016-02-04

Henry Schein has joined with 26 of its supplier partners to participate in the 14th annual Give Kids A Smile (GKAS) Day. Give Kids A