Study pinpoints cause of opioid pain meds resistance
2012-04-03
The manner in which the human body’s neural cells build rapid resistance to opioid pain medications has been identified by researchers at the University of
dental specialties
New BPA-free restorative matches competition’s strength
2012-04-03
A California company has created an experimental crown and bridge restorative material that is free of bisphenol A (BPA) and performed well when compared to
NIH gives Agile Sciences $1.3M for antibiofilm research
2012-04-03
Agile Sciences has been awarded $1,030,000 from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to advance preclinical development of the company’s novel antibiofilm treatment for dental
Retraction capsule reduces gingival retraction time
2012-04-02
3M ESPE is now offering the 3M ESPE Retraction Capsule, the first gingival retraction system that delivers astringent retraction paste using common composite dispensers. Designed
Medtronic to pay $85M in shareholder lawsuit
2012-04-02
Medtronic will pay $85 million to settle a class-action shareholder lawsuit related to its Infuse bone graft product. Originally filed in 2008, the lawsuit claimed
Trade commission to investigate Align patent dispute
2012-04-01
The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has voted to institute an investigation of alleged patent infringement by ClearCorrect and ClearCorrect Pakistan. The ITC’s decision is
Canada declares triclosan bad for environment
2012-04-01
Triclosan, which is used in toothpaste to protect against gingivitis, is not harmful to humans but can harm the environment, according to the findings of
Smile Clinic makes N. American debut
2012-04-01
The Smile Clinic is now open in 10 North American locations: Tampa, Jacksonville, and Orlando, FL; Atlanta, GA; Austin, Dallas, and Houston, TX; Seattle, WA;
Endodontists to give U.S. troops care packages
2012-04-01
The American Association of Endodontists (AAE) is asking dental professionals and patients to donate items for care packages, monetary gifts, or a letter to U.S.
Zila buys Discus Dental laser and prophy portfolios
2012-04-01
Zila has acquired Discus Dental’s laser and prophy product portfolios. The products include the NVT and SL3T soft tissue lasers, ZenT cordless hygiene handpiece, and
Dentsply consolidates implant businesses
2012-04-01
Dentsply International has consolidated its dental implant-related businesses (Dentsply Friadent and Astra Tech Dental) into a single entity. The move follows its August 2011 acquisition
Delta Dental supports fluoride in water, toothpaste
2012-03-29
During National Public Health Week, Delta Dental Plans Association (DDPA) encourages community leaders to support the fluoridation of their local water systems. Research studies have
