Researchers unraveling the etiology of ‘meth mouth’

2012-03-06

Dental researchers are trying to unravel a complex mix of physical and behavioral factors contributing to “meth mouth,” a condition that often develops in the

Snoring tied to kids’ risk of behavioral problems

2012-03-06

Young children who snore a lot or have other breathing problems at night may have a heightened risk of behavioral and emotional problems later on,

SmileCare debuts online patient orthodontic guide

2012-03-06

SmileCare has launched a website that provides parents and teens in California, Nevada, and Texas with an online resource for information on orthodontics. SmileCareOrtho.com features

Mich. OKs Botox, dermal fillers for general dentists

2012-03-06

The Michigan Board of Dentistry has released a statement regarding the use of Botox and dermal fillers in dentistry. According to the statement, the board

Bovine collagen matrix helps receding gums heal

2012-03-06

Bovine collagen can enhance the healing of periodontal tissue, according to new research published in Head & Face Medicine (March 5, 2012, Vol. 8:6). This

Interleukin-1 gene variations linked to perio disease risk

2012-03-06

Interleukin-1 (IL-1) gene variations are associated with increased risk of periodontal disease, according to a new study in the Journal of Periodontology (February 21, 2012).

Study: Bisphosphonate coating strengthens dental implants

2012-03-05

Researchers from Linköping University in Sweden have developed a coating for titanium implants that enables the implants to adhere to the bone better and faster,

Union Dental introduces ‘drinkable air’ machines

2012-03-05

Union Dental Holdings, a company that operates and manages a network of dentists throughout the U.S. for union members, is now offering the Chameleon 8

Komet launches abrasive caps

2012-03-05

Komet now offers round abrasive caps (9958R) that have been developed to grind hard and soft acrylics, silicone, and dry plaster. The caps, which are

Align files more complaints against ClearCorrect

2012-03-05

Align Technology has filed two complaints with the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) against both ClearCorrect and ClearCorrect Pakistan alleging patent infringement. In the first

Mobile app educates kids on oral health

2012-03-05

Orca Health has developed the KidsDental App, designed to teach young users about basic tooth care. The KidsDental App is divided into four sections: Explore:

Pharmacy mistakes cancer meds for fluoride pills

2012-03-04

A CVS pharmacy in New Jersey is being investigated by the state attorney general’s office after mistakenly distributing breast cancer medication instead of prescribed fluoride