Researchers suggest link between bacterium, colon cancer

2011-10-17

A bacterium that has been associated with the development of periodontal disease has been detected in colon tumors, according to new research that suggests it

New whitening gel relies on free radicals

2011-10-17

White Smile Global has introduced a teeth-whitening gel specifically designed for use with light-emitting diode or ultraviolet (UV) teeth-whitening lamps. The system microencapsulates a proprietary

New toothbrush reaches below the gum line

2011-10-17

A new toothbrush developed by a husband and wife dental team in the U.K. features a unique design that they say could revolutionize the treatment

New screening questionnaire streamlines TMD assessment

2011-10-16

A team of U.S. researchers has developed a screening questionnaire designed to enable dental practitioners and other healthcare professionals to quickly and cost-effectively identify patients

Surfer teams with Ormco to promote orthodontics

2011-10-13

Professional surfer Bethany Hamilton has signed on as the official endorser of Ormco Orthodontics’s Damon System, an orthodontic treatment that combines patented “tieless” braces with

Calif. won’t add fluoride to list of carcinogenics

2011-10-13

Fluoride will not be added to California’s Proposition 65 list of carcinogens, following a unanimous vote October 12 by the Office of Environmental Health Hazard

CVS pharmacies now carry GUM PerioShield rinse

2011-10-13

Sunstar Americas is now distributing its new GUM PerioShield oral health rinse at CVS/Pharmacy stores across the U.S. GUM PerioShield rinse forms a protective barrier

Straumann launches nano material for tooth restorations

2011-10-12

Straumann introduced a new resin-nano-ceramic (RNC) material developed by 3M ESPE this week at the European Association for Osseointegration annual meeting in Athens, Greece. The

Calif. city pledges support for mercury reduction

2011-10-12

The Malibu, CA, City Council unanimously passed a resolution on October 10 that supports “national and worldwide efforts to reduce anthropogenic sources of mercury,” including

Henry Schein donates flu vaccines at ADA meeting

2011-10-12

Henry Schein donated 1,300 doses of flu vaccine for dental team members who participated in the Health Screening Program at the ADA annual session in

ADA, OHA recognize kids’ charities

2011-10-11

The ADA and Oral Health America (OHA) have honored four organizations with the 2011 National Children’s Dental Health Month Samuel D. Harris Award. The Samuel

Kan. to offer midlevel provider curriculum; ADA conference coverage

2011-10-11

Dear DrBicuspid Member, Kansas has become the next U.S. state to move forward with plans to implement a midlevel provider model for dentistry. Fort Hays