Why cosmetics matter

2014-02-25

A funny thing happened on the way to my fortune; the world changed, turning my beloved profession from slam-dunk bankability to a bad business model.

DDS Lab’s OrthoVault stores patient study models online

2014-02-25

DDS Lab has launched its OrthoVault service, which allows dentists to store their orthodontic patient study models securely online and access them at any time.

Pulpdent launches bioactive restorative and base/liner

2014-02-20

Pulpdent has launched its new Activa restorative and base/liner at the Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting. The bioactive restorative makes it possible to create restorations

Hu-Friedy launches high-definition mirrors

2014-02-19

Hu-Friedy has launched its new high-definition (HD) diagnostic mirrors, which provide an enhanced view of the intraoral cavity. With a proprietary coating, the HD mirrors

Hu-Friedy, EMS sign distribution deal

2014-02-19

CHICAGO – Hu-Friedy announced a strategic partnership with Switzerland-based Electro Medical Systems (EMS) this afternoon at the Chicago Dental Society’s Midwinter Meeting. The Air-Flow Master

Mild fluorosis? Pair microabrasion with bleaching

2014-02-18

Dental fluorosis may not have a significant impact on the functionality of teeth, but it can be a major issue in patients’ minds. The treatment

ADA: Use fluoride toothpaste when 1st tooth appears

2014-02-12

The ADA’s Council on Scientific Affairs has updated its guidance for caregivers on the use of fluoride toothpaste for children. Now, the organization is stating

Study: Alarming increase in oropharyngeal cancer in young adults

2014-02-12

The rate of oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (OPSCC) has increased alarmingly among young adults, and the human papillomavirus (HPV) may be to blame, according to

Sedation Safety Week to focus on kids, teens

2014-02-11

The sixth annual Sedation Safety Week, beginning on March 17, will focus on children and teens. This year, five $1,000 educational scholarships will be awarded

Ritter to show expanded handpiece line at Chicago Midwinter

2014-02-10

Ritter Dental USA will introduce an expanded line of handpieces at the Chicago Midwinter Meeting, held February 20-22. The line features air-driven high-speed, low-speed, and

NC governor visits GKAS clinic

2014-02-09

North Carolina Gov. Pat McCrory visited a children’s free dental clinic in Greenville last week. The clinic was participating in the 13th Annual Give Kids

Cancer stem cell types predict outcome of HPV-related HNC

2014-02-09

The type of cancer stem cells, rather than the number, is a better predictor of the survival of patients with human papillomavirus (HPV)-related head and