Debonding undermines resin-bonded bridge survival

2009-09-02

The survival rate of resin-bonded bridges (RBBs) can be compromised by a high debonding rate, according to a recent literature review in the Journal of

ClearCorrect reaffirms ‘no case minimum’ policy

2009-09-01

ClearCorrect has reaffirmed its “no case minimum” policy and is now offering a special promotion in which dentists get 50% off their first case when

Lawyer removes himself from mouthwash lawsuit

2009-09-01

A Michigan lawyer who is suing Procter & Gamble for stains on his teeth he alleges were caused by using the company’s Crest Pro-Health mouthwash

Menopause creates additional oral health risks

2009-08-31

Research has long shown that women are at increased risk for oral health problems — notably periodontitis and alveolar bone loss — compared to men

Are implants better than root canals? And, articaine best for infiltration

2009-08-30

Dear DrBicuspid Member, The debate over how best to care for diseased teeth heated up last week when the American Academy of Implant Dentistry issued

AAID says implants are better than root canals

2009-08-30

The debate over how best to care for diseased teeth heated up last week when the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) issued a press

Philips begins marketing kids’ power toothbrush

2009-08-27

Philips Electronics has introduced the new Sonicare For Kids power toothbrush. Sonicare For Kids has two power modes that are 60% and 40% less powerful

Motivational interviewing can enhance oral health habits

2009-08-27

Perfectly compliant patients may still be a distant dream for dentists, but there are ways to nudge them in the right direction. One such way

Articaine wins in mandibular infiltration study

2009-08-26

Will mandibular infiltration ever replace the inferior alveolar nerve block (IANB)? Researchers have been picking away at this question for years. An article published in

Trident backs program for low-income kids

2009-08-26

Trident is donating a portion of its proceeds during the first week in September to Smiles Across America, a program by nonprofit Oral Health America

Jordco launches endodontic testing tools

2009-08-26

Jordco has announced the launch of e-Dx, a set of endodontic instruments designed to test teeth for cold sensitivity and fractures. An open-cell foam inserted

U.S. oral health group elects new officers

2009-08-25

The National Children’s Oral Health Foundation (NCOHF) elected a new slate of officers and welcomed three new board members at its annual meeting on August