AAO elects new officers
2011-06-07
Michael B. Rogers, DDS, was elected president of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) for 2011-2012 during the AAO’s recent annual meeting in Chicago. In
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Del. dentist honored for helping needy families
2011-06-07
A Wilmington, DE, dentist has won recognition by the Crusade Against Cavities program sponsored by Dr. Fresh Dental for providing pediatric dental services to uninsured,
Restorative materials can change color after setting
2011-06-07
Accurate shade matching is one of the primary challenges of aesthetic dentistry. Now researchers of a new study — sponsored by Ivoclar Vivadent — who
Study: BPA changes uterus development
2011-06-07
Exposure in the womb to bisphenol A (BPA) causes changes in female primates’ uterus development, new research suggests. The results were presented this week at
Many in U.K. skip brushing before bed
2011-06-06
Nearly half of the U.K. population (47%) has admitted to regularly skipping brushing their teeth at bedtime, putting their oral health at risk, according to
Are low-level lasers helpful after third-molar surgery?
2011-06-06
The application of low-level laser energy does not appear to have much effect in reducing pain, swelling, and trismus following third-molar surgery, according to a
Strip system aids interproximal enamel reduction
2011-06-05
ContacEZ has introduced the ContacEZ IPR Extra-Widener, the latest addition to its IPR Strip System product line. The strip is designed to aid interproximal enamel
100 Ariz. kids to get free dental care
2011-06-05
United Concordia Dental is partnering with the YMCA of Southern Arizona, Southern Arizona Dental Society, and the Arizona Dental Foundation to provide free dental services
Whip Mix releases CrossRef bite record
2011-06-05
Whip Mix has released the Esthetic CrossRef centered bite record, designed to enhance communication between the dentist and the dental lab. The CrossRef allows the
Cbite DDS develops disposable impression tray
2011-06-05
Cbite DDS has introduced the Impress tray, a disposable impression tray with removable panels that save the time and hassle required to drill out holes
Straumann, Nobel Biocare drop out of AstraTech bidding
2011-06-02
Straumann and Nobel Biocare are reportedly no longer interested in purchasing Astra Tech, the dental implant division of AstraZeneca, according to a story by Reuters.
Delta Dental launches oral health awareness program
2011-06-02
A group of Delta Dental companies has launched the SmileWay Wellness Program that aims to help people improve and manage their oral health through a