CDC report ranks states’ oral health
2010-12-09
A report released December 10 by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows West Virginia has the highest prevalence of tooth extractions
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U.S. FDA to re-examine metal dental fillings
2010-12-09
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. health regulators are seeking a second opinion on whether mercury-containing dental fillings pose a risk to dental patients, especially children and
Molecular sensor detects fluoride levels in water
2010-12-08
A Florida State University (FSU) researcher has developed a molecular sensor that changes color when a sample containing fluoride is added to it (Journal of
New Zealand seeks warnings on teeth whiteners
2010-12-08
The Environmental Risk Management Authority (ERMA) of New Zealand is seeking comments on proposed changes to the rules on the use of hydrogen peroxide as
Align Technology to fund international clear aligner research
2010-12-08
Align Technology has expanded its funding of the Clear Aligner Research Award Program to include international research to further the development of clear aligners for
Ladybug Tekno steam cleaner a dental disinfectant option
2010-12-08
The Ladybug Tekno 2350 steam cleaner is scientifically proven to produce better results than traditional disinfectants, according to 1-800-Go-Vapor.com. The Tekno 2350 steamer uses the
Cadbury launches Trident gum with vitamin C, ginseng, tea
2010-12-08
Cadbury has expanded its family of Trident sugar-free chewing gums with Trident Vitality, which comes in three new flavors: Vigorate: Citrus and strawberry with vitamin
Dentsply invests in Korean implant company
2010-12-08
Dentsply International has entered into a strategic partnership with DIO, a dental implant manufacturer based in Busan, South Korea. Dentsply’s investment includes an initial ownership
Essential oils mouthwash equal to CHX for inflammation
2010-12-08
When it comes to gingival inflammation, mouthwash that relies on essential oils may be a reliable alternative to chlorhexidine (CHX) for long-term use, a new
Dental Temps 4 Hire donates dental supplies to shelters
2010-12-08
Dental Temps 4 Hire is collecting dental floss, toothpaste, and toothbrushes from participating dentists in Maryland, northern Virginia, and Washington, DC, that will be donated
Materialise Dental, Zimmer partner on implants
2010-12-07
Materialise Dental is partnering with Zimmer Dental and together they have developed an integrated guided implant surgery system that is now commercially available. “We can
ADA takes issue with Pew midlevel provider report
2010-12-07
The ADA has issued a statement today in response to the December 6 Pew Center on the States’ report that offers an economic model supporting
