Report: Nev. kids lack access to dental care

2011-06-22

The results of a recent health survey of children entering kindergarten in Nevada’s school districts indicate that about 16% of kindergartners are not covered by

Hospitalization can be hazardous to oral health

2011-06-22

Research published in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology provides new evidence that oral health is being overlooked in hospitals, with potential serious consequences (July 2011,

Henry Schein offers micromotor handpiece

2011-06-21

Henry Schein has introduced the Maxima XL torque brushless micromotor handpiece system, with torque speeds ranging from 1,000 to 50,000 revolutions per minute (RPM). The

Dentsply acquires Astra Tech for $1.8B

2011-06-21

Dentsply International is positioning itself to become a major player in the dental implant market with the acquisition of Astra Tech from AstraZeneca. The company

OSHA fines dental cabinet company $49K

2011-06-20

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited Integrated Laminate Systems for 14 workplace safety and health violations, including exposing employees to methylene chloride.

Dentsply to buy Astra Tech for $1.8B?

2011-06-20

Dentsply International is reportedly on the verge of paying $1.8 billion to acquire Astra Tech, the dental implant arm of AstraZeneca, according to a story

Red laser light enhances teeth whitening

2011-06-20

When used to activate bleaching gel, low-level laser energy increases the effectiveness of teeth whitening, according to a study in the Journal of Esthetic and

MIS Implants debuts oral wound relief barrier

2011-06-20

MIS Implants Technologies has introduced PerioPatch, a topical patch created to absorb wound exudates and the first product in its new PeriZone oral care products

Is the U.S. dental hygienist market saturated?

2011-06-19

As the overall job market in the U.S. continues to be sluggish, a few recent reports — which considered hiring outlook as a criterion —

Study: Oral appliance therapy effective on sleep apnea

2011-06-19

Mandibular advancement splints are effective in treating snoring and obstructive sleep apnea, according to research presented June 11 at the American Academy of Dental Sleep

Affineti gets $500K investment for oral research

2011-06-16

Affineti Biologics has received a commitment of up to $500,000 from Foundation Venture Capital Group (FVCG) to advance its research in the development of therapeutic

Patterson grants $7,500 to AACD charity

2011-06-16

The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) Charitable Foundation was awarded a $7,500 grant from Patterson Dental’s Patterson Foundation, the AACD announced. The funding will