Professor seeks cleft secrets in remote Nepal group

2011-05-01

A Wright State University professor is seeking the genetic roots of cleft lips and palates among a remote people in Nepal, according to a story

Komet launches sonic tip for fissure opening

2011-05-01

Komet has launched its new SF849 sonic tip for opening fissures, designed exclusively for use with the Komet SonicLine sonic handpiece. Featuring a small-diameter tip,

Oragenics inks distribution deal in Australia, New Zealand

2011-05-01

Oragenics’ oral care probiotics for children and adults will be available in Australia and New Zealand through an exclusive agreement with Australian Pharmaceutical Industries (API),

Can mouthwash protect irradiated enamel and dentin?

2011-04-28

Can chlorhexidine and fluoride mouthwashes mitigate the effect of gamma irradiation therapy damage to enamel and dentin? A new study that looked at the effectiveness

Researchers discover how tooth decay enzyme functions

2011-04-28

Researchers from the U.K. and Japan used the Diamond Light Source synchrotron in Oxfordshire and the Photon Factory synchotron in Tsukuba, Japan, to solve the

Japan disasters impact Nobel Biocare financials

2011-04-27

Nobel Biocare reported net income of $19.2 million for the first quarter of 2011, down 67% from $57 million reported in the same quarter a

First Fixodent zinc poisoning trial set for June

2011-04-27

The first lawsuit involving a claim that zinc in Procter & Gamble’s denture adhesive Fixodent causes debilitating neurological injuries will go to trial June 20,

Man tattoos royal couple on his teeth

2011-04-27

A U.K. plumber paid 1,000 pounds ($1,700 U.S.) to have a dentist use ultrafine brushes and stencils to apply the images of Prince William and

Ashtel Dental to market Justin Bieber singing toothbrushes

2011-04-26

Bravado, a music merchandising company, and Ashtel Dental are launching a line of dental care products for teens and adults based on the musical sensation

Straumann implants guaranteed for life

2011-04-26

Straumann implants are now covered for life under the Straumann Guarantee. The company previously limited its implant guarantee to 10 years. For implants placed as

Dental Heroes: A conversation with Stan Brock

2011-04-26

HuangshanDental.com is pleased to present a new series, Dental Heroes, designed to pay tribute to individuals in the dental community who go over and above

AACD: Teeth whitening demand is on the rise

2011-04-26

Teeth whitening seems to be on everyone’s wish list, and this momentum is likely to continue through 2011, according to a quick poll of member