3M ESPE introduces 2 intraoral syringes
2011-05-15
At the California Dental Association (CDA) meeting in Anaheim last week, 3M ESPE introduced a new wash delivery system designed to bring easier handling to
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Veneer chipping: Is one fabrication process better than another?
2011-05-15
Joining CAD/CAM fabricated veneers to CAD/CAM fabricated zirconia frameworks can reduce veneer chipping frequency and speed the fabrication process. Researchers at Ivoclar Vivadent evaluated the
Align Technology awards $165K in ortho research grants
2011-05-15
Align Technology will give a total of $165,000 in research grants to six universities for projects seeking to better understand orthodontic treatment with clear aligners,
ChaseHealthAdvance partners with AACD
2011-05-12
The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) and ChaseHealthAdvance, part of Chase Card Services, have formed an alliance to deliver payment plans to patients wanting
New at CDA: PerioShield blocks biofilm growth
2011-05-12
Sunstar Americas unveiled the GUM PerioShield oral health rinse at the California Dental Association (CDA) 2011 spring meeting in Anaheim this week. PerioShield, which features
Invisalign interoperability added to OrthoCAD iOC
2011-05-12
Align Technology has qualified Cadent’s orthodontic full-arch scanning process for use with Invisalign treatment. Interoperability with Invisalign will be available on the OrthoCAD iOC system
Crosstex introduces faster biological monitoring system
2011-05-11
Crosstex has introduced a new in-office system, ConFirm 10, for the biological monitoring of steam sterilizers. ConFirm 10 delivers results in 10 hours, whereas previous
Sharing musical instruments could mean sharing germs
2011-05-11
Germs survive for several days in wind instruments including the clarinet, flute, and saxophone, according to a pilot study published online May 11 in the
Heraeus expands denture teeth line
2011-05-11
Heraeus has added Mondial i, an extension of its Mondial product, to its line of denture teeth. Mondial i and Mondial feature NanoPearls, a unique
DynaFlex, 3Shape strike N. American distribution deal
2011-05-10
3Shape has formed a North American distribution and business relationship with DynaFlex, which will collaborate with 3Shape on sales, marketing, and support of the 3Shape
Mother to sue VCU Dental Clinic for child’s death
2011-05-10
A mother whose 6-year-old boy died while under sedation at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Dental Faculty Practice in Richmond last year will file a lawsuit
Alpha Dental, Therapeutic Solutions ink distribution deal
2011-05-10
Therapeutic Solutions International (TSI), manufacturer of the chairside NTI (nociceptive trigeminal inhibition) tension suppression system (NTI-tss), has entered into a sales and distribution agreement with
