School nurses join ADA on oral health awareness

2011-01-30

The National Association of School Nurses (NASN) and the ADA have teamed up to support school nurses in their efforts to promote awareness of oral

Dental implant market growing in China, India

2011-01-30

The Chinese and Indian markets for dental implants and final abutments grew by 34% in 2010 and are expected to continue to see the fastest

ADHA: Oral health impacts kids’ ability to learn

2011-01-30

The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) will emphasize the connection between oral health and children’s ability to learn in observance of National Children’s Dental Health

Oragenics readies 2nd clinical trial of SMaRT therapy

2011-01-30

Oragenics will start a second phase I clinical trial of SMaRT replacement therapy, a topical treatment that has the potential to offer lifelong protection against

Do infant juices contain too much fluoride?

2011-01-30

Fruit juices commonly consumed by infants and children contain fluoride, some at levels higher than recommended for public water supplies that can damage teeth, according

Nitrous oxide may increase heart attack risk

2011-01-30

Patients receiving nitrous oxide as part of general anesthesia for surgery may be at increased long-term risk of myocardial infarction, according to a new study

Implant maker readies for IPO

2011-01-30

BioHorizons’ $88 million initial public offering (IPO) is scheduled to begin February 3, 2011, according to a story in the Wall Street Journal and other

J. Morita debuts new handpiece

2011-01-30

J. Morita has introduced the TwinPower Turbine 45 handpiece, which offers a 45° angle and an overall head size smaller than competitive units, the company

Mouth breathing at night poses risks for kids

2011-01-26

Dental professionals should vigilantly pursue proper diagnosis and management of problems associated with upper airway breathing passages to ensure that the brains of younger patients

DentaQuest grant to support OHA older adults project

2011-01-26

Oral Health America (OHA) has received a $145,000 grant from DentaQuest Foundation for the development of its Wisdom Tooth Project. The award will support one

Mexican dental practice marks 10 years of treating U.S. patients

2011-01-25

Cancun Cosmetic Dentistry in Mexico is celebrating its 10-year anniversary of providing treatment for thousands of U.S. patients. Its English-speaking team of 14 dental specialists

3M braces to be featured on TV show

2011-01-25

3M’s Incognito hidden braces will be featured in an upcoming segment of the morning TV show “The Balancing Act,” the company announced. The segment, which