Straumann unveils new implant line

2013-04-01

Straumann has introduced a new implant line that has a combination of Roxolid material and the SLActive implant surface on all implant diameters with the

Okla. oral surgeon may face criminal charges

2013-03-31

The Oklahoma Board of Dentistry is asking prosecutors to file criminal charges against a Tulsa oral surgeon who was cited as a health “menace” after

Ark. orthodontist expands practice with 5 new clinics

2013-03-31

Arkansas orthodontist Ben Burris, DDS, MDS, has acquired Arkansas Orthodontics. With a combined 10 locations, his Braces By Burris and Arkansas Orthodontics brands service almost

Heraeus messaging emphasizes support for labs, dentists

2013-03-28

Going forward, Heraeus Kulzer’s communications with dental professionals will emphasize the message “Giving a Hand to Oral Health,” conveying its support for dental practices and

ADA chastises ‘Dr. Oz Show’ for amalgam segment

2013-03-28

The ADA has released a statement saying it “strongly objects” to a March 28 segment of the “Dr. Oz Show” about dental amalgam, alleging that

Tom’s of Maine launches eco-friendly toothbrush

2013-03-28

Tom’s of Maine has introduced its new Naturally Clean toothbrush made with a plant-based handle from renewable castor oil plants instead of petroleum. It also

Oral microbes differ between smokers, nonsmokers

2013-03-28

Smokers have a richer population of microbes associated with periodontal disease than nonsmokers, according to research presented at the recent International Association for Dental Research

Prairie State dental hygiene program gains accreditation

2013-03-27

The dental hygiene program at Prairie State College (PSC) in Chicago Heights, IL, has been granted the accreditation status of “approval without reporting requirements” by

Are remineralizing agents effective on white-spot lesions?

2013-03-27

White-spot lesions (WSLs) are a source of ongoing frustration for many orthodontists and patients. While a number of solutions are at the disposal of an

Air Techniques, Biolase partner with OSAP

2013-03-26

The Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) has two new “Super Sponsorship” partners in Air Techniques and Biolase. OSAP’s membership program unites a committed

Maine bill would license midlevel providers

2013-03-26

Maine House Speaker Mark Eves has sponsored a bill, LD 1230, designed to address the state’s dentist shortage with midlevel providers (MLPs), according to an

Remineralizing agents have limited effect after whitening

2013-03-26

Using remineralizing agents following in-office teeth whitening with 35% to 38% hydrogen peroxide does not help tooth enamel fully recover its microhardness over time, according