Periodontitis a risk factor for head and neck cancer
2009-10-06
A new study has found that chronic periodontitis is an independent risk factor for head and neck squamous cell carcinoma. Although there is substantial evidence
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Brushing dentures may be best cleaning method
2009-10-05
Brushing removable dentures with a paste product might be the best way to keep them clean, suggests a new review of the limited dental literature
Researchers discover key biomarkers for periodontitis
2009-10-05
Some surprising results from a study designed to find ways to streamline new product development at Colgate-Palmolive could pave the way for the development of
Ask Marty: What do you think of ultraviolet toothbrush sanitizers?
2009-10-04
Q: What do you think of ultraviolet toothbrush sanitizers? A: I think they are good to have, considering they don’t cost much and have been
Arizona clinics get $500,000 state grant
2009-10-04
A grant of $493,872 from a cigarette tax fund will allow Chandler Regional and Mercy Gilbert medical centers in Arizona to provide free oral preventive
Philips debuts Sonicare FlexCare+ at ADA meeting
2009-10-01
Philips Sonicare has launched FlexCare+, the latest addition to its line of power toothbrushes, at this week’s ADA annual meeting in Honolulu. The FlexCare+ is
Australia court limits who can do teeth whitening
2009-10-01
A court ruling in Melbourne, Australia, this week is being hailed for setting a precedent regarding who can perform teeth-whitening procedures in the country, according
Study compares bone loss with 3 implant systems
2009-10-01
In a recently published meta-analysis of marginal bone level maintenance following dental implant surgery, the Astra Tech implant system showed the best results, with only
Fentanyl patch blamed in autistic teen’s death
2009-10-01
The mother of a 15-year-old boy who died from wearing a fentanyl patch prescribed after dental surgery is suing Seattle Children’s Hospital and the two
Astra Tech teams with Dental Wings for implants
2009-09-30
Astra Tech has formed a strategic alliance with Dental Wings, a provider of CAD/CAM solutions with specialized development of 3D scanners, beginning in early 2010.
Selecting an implant platform in a tough economy
2009-09-30
Dental implants have emerged as a popular treatment option for missing or damaged teeth, as they allow restorations with optimal functional and aesthetic results without
Align updates proficiency requirements
2009-09-30
Align Technology has announced updates to its Invisalign Proficiency Requirements, including a new designation for doctors who meet the annual requirements and a six-month extension