Satcher urges U.S. states to increase dental access options

2012-09-16

David Satcher, MD, former U.S. surgeon general and assistant secretary for health, is urging states to take steps to increase access to dental care for

Fluoridation tested in 4 major U.S. cities this year

2012-09-13

The current round of water fluoridation controversy in the U.S. has reached a crescendo as city councils in two major metropolitan areas voted in favor

iRaise sinus lift implant introduced in Hong Kong

2012-09-13

Maxillent, a dental implant technology company, has signed an exclusive contract with Pioneer Richteeth Medical Distribution Shanghai for the distribution of the iRaise sinus lift

Study compares transcrestal techniques for jaw reconstruction

2012-09-13

Transcrestal surgical techniques for maxillary sinus floor elevation offer an alternative for reconstructive surgery of the mandible prior to the placement of dental implants, according

No differences in kids treated with composites vs. amalgam

2012-09-12

A new study that tested whether dental restoration materials could affect children’s physical growth found no significant differences in physical development in children who received

Feds sue Maine dentist on behalf of hygienists

2012-09-12

The U.S. Department of Labor has filed a lawsuit against a Bath, ME, dentist for allegedly retaliating against two dental hygienists who alerted authorities to

J&J to divest Reach toothpaste/floss brand?

2012-09-12

Johnson & Johnson is reportedly looking for a buyer for its Reach brand of toothbrushes and dental floss, according to a Wall Street Journal article.

‘Flameless cremation’ separates amalgam fillings

2012-09-11

A “flameless cremation” device could remove the hazard of vaporized mercury resulting from cremating the deceased, according to a report by the BBC. The machine

Delcam upgrades DentMILL software

2012-09-11

Delcam has launched a major upgrade to its DentMILL software for the milling of dental implant restorations. DentMILL 2012 has a new interface to make

Study: Candidates’ teeth can predict election outcomes

2012-09-11

Does the brightness of political candidates’ teeth influence their election success? Yes, according to a study sponsored by Luster Premium White, an oral care whitening

Fluoridation advocates win in Phoenix

2012-09-11

The city council of Phoenix voted September 11 to continue fluoridating the city’s water supply. The vote concludes the Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee’s consideration of

CDA journal addresses rise in pulp temp

2012-09-11

The September issue of the Journal of the California Dental Association covers a range of topics, including a discussion of the different reasons for the