ADA endorses USDA proposal to update WIC
2023-02-23
The ADA is supporting a proposal from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to revamp the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
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Join us on a tour of the CDS 2023 Midwinter Meeting
2023-02-23
CHICAGO – Since February 23, new products, the latest technology, and much more have been on display at the Chicago Dental Society (CDS) 2023 Midwinter
Smile! Emotive dental photos don’t have to break the bank
2023-02-22
By far the biggest myth about producing emotive dental photos is the necessity for expensive equipment and additional training with photo-retouching and editing software, according
Researchers develop cytokine score for gum inflammation
2023-02-20
A new scoring method based on cytokine levels in saliva could help dentists determine how well patients respond to treatments for gum disease, according to
Melatonin may reduce pain, swelling after 3rd molar surgery
2023-02-20
Patients with impacted lower third molars may experience less pain and swelling if the hormone melatonin is applied to their tooth sockets after surgical removal,
CDA calls for changes to sedation permits
2023-02-16
The California Dental Association (CDA) is asking the California Dental Board to adjust its training requirements for moderate sedation permits, as well as onsite inspections
Roland DGA’s DGShape, Hass Bio America partner
2023-02-16
Roland DGA’s DGShape Americas business group has entered a new strategic U.S. partnership with glass ceramic manufacturer Hass Bio America. To kick off the partnership,
Black History Month: Celebrating 4 Black pioneers in dentistry
2023-02-15
Black History Month celebrates the achievements and contributions of Black individuals throughout history. In the field of dentistry, there have been many Black trailblazers who
Anesthesia & Pain Management Insider: Melatonin may reduce pain, swelling after 3rd molar surgery
2023-02-15
Dear Anesthesia & Pain Management Insider, Patients with impacted lower third molars may experience less pain and swelling if the growth hormone melatonin is applied
SmileDirectClub launches CarePlus
2023-02-14
SmileDirectClub has launched a new premium clear aligner treatment called CarePlus. CarePlus offers a higher touch, technology-forward option in orthodontic care with greater flexibility, the
SDF comparable to sealants for preventing cavities
2023-02-13
A dose of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) brushed onto children’s teeth as part of a school-based oral health program prevents cavities as effectively as sealants,
Ala. dentist to develop new material to treat caries
2023-02-13
A dentist and associate professor of dentistry in the department of pediatric dentistry at the University of Alabama, Birmingham is developing a direct pulp-capping material