Hoya extends laser training pact with LVI

2010-10-18

Hoya ConBio has extended its sponsorship agreement with the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI). The agreement ensures that VersaWave and DioDent Micro

Forsyth Institute receives $20.7M for perio research

2010-10-17

The Forsyth Institute has received $20.7 million in funding from the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research to fight periodontal disease, the institute announced.

Hayes Handpiece opens new office in Australia

2010-10-17

Hayes Handpiece has established a new location in Queensland, Australia, the company announced. Hayes Handpiece Repair Australia, owned and operated by Adam Mathews, will provide

Osteoporosis drug rebuilds bone in patients with perio disease

2010-10-17

A drug marketed to grow bone in osteoporosis patients also works to heal bone wounds in patients with periodontal disease, a University of Michigan study

FDA approves Botox to treat chronic migraine

2010-10-17

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Botox injections (onabotulinumtoxinA) to prevent chronic migraine headaches in adult patients, the agency announced. To treat

Sarrell Dental receives Ala. Head Start Award

2010-10-14

Sarrell Dental, a nonprofit provider of pediatric dental care in underserved communities, has been named the statewide winner of the Alabama Head Start Association Corporate

Nanotitanium dental implants head to Russia

2010-10-14

Manhattan Scientifics, manufacturers of the first FDA-approved dental implant made with nanotitanium, will sign a letter of intent with NanoMet, the Russian enterprise that helped

Fluoridation debate nowhere near resolution

2010-10-14

In 1945, Grand Rapids, MI, became the first city in the U.S. to fluoridate its community water. Now, some 72% of the U.S. population —

NIH grant aids Mo. university sleep apnea research

2010-10-14

The average sleep apnea sufferer stops breathing and loses oxygen between five and 30 times a night, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood

Photo contest supports oral health campaign

2010-10-14

Denticator and Oral Health America (OHA) are calling all dental care professionals to participate in a photo contest for the annual Fall for Smiles campaign

Kerr expands Herculite Ultra shade range

2010-10-14

Kerr is adding six new shades to its Herculite Ultra line of universal composites: Enamel B3, B4, C4, D3, D4, and Dentin B1. Herculite Ultra

Crest launches dental hygienist award program

2010-10-14

Crest Oral-B is recognizing registered dental hygienists who go above and beyond the call of duty daily with their new Pros in the Profession award