9 Ohio VA dental patients test positive for hepatitis
2011-03-01
Of the 535 veterans potentially exposed to hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV by a dentist at a Veterans Affairs (VA) medical center in Dayton,
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NC program reduces kids’ dental caries
2011-03-01
A preventive dental program targeting preschoolers younger than age 4 administered by physicians instead of dentists effectively reduces the need for tooth decay-related treatment among
KaVo joins NCOHF as underwriting partner
2011-03-01
The KaVo Group has become the newest National Children’s Oral Health Foundation (NCOHF): America’s Toothfairy underwriting partner, according to the organization. “We are honored that
Remedent integrates Objet Geometries’ 3D technology
2011-02-28
Remedent has teamed with Objet Geometries to enhance the fabrication process for dental veneer try-ins and delivery guides using Objet’s 3D printing solutions. With Objet’s
Dental groups concerned about global mercury discussions
2011-02-28
The ADA is one of seven dental organizations voicing concerns about the direction current international mercury treaty negotiations are taking, according to a story in
Glidewell R&D targets transparent zirconia
2011-02-28
Glidewell Laboratories has moved closer to producing transparent nanozirconia by successfully synthesizing 3-nm zirconia nanocrystals produced by “bottom-up” nanotechnology. The research team, led by Ken
Are there too many toothpastes?
2011-02-28
The number of toothpaste varieties on the shelves of U.S. grocery stores has dropped considerably after makers became concerned about confused customers, according to an
3M ESPE expands Protemp shade choices
2011-02-28
3M ESPE is gearing up to introduce broader and optimized shade offerings of Protemp Plus temporization material in response to the needs of dental professionals.
Align Technology sues clear-aligner competitor
2011-02-28
Align Technology has filed two lawsuits against ClearCorrect, one alleging that ClearCorrect is infringing Align patents by making, offering to sell, and selling its clear-aligner
Hygienist publishes book to help kids learn oral care
2011-02-27
A dental hygienist in Southern California has written a book designed to help children learn the importance of good dental habits, according to a story
FDA tells denture adhesive makers to address zinc risks
2011-02-27
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is asking manufacturers of denture adhesives to take a more proactive role in informing consumers about the risks
Evolve Dental cuts bleaching time in half
2011-02-27
Evolve Dental Technology showcased its new dual-accelerated, tribarrel Hydremide peroxide technology at the Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting last week. p>The KoR Whitening Deep Bleaching
