3Shape’s new CAMbridge 2010 offers automated milling

2010-03-14

3Shape has introduced the CAMbridge 2010 for the dental lab market. The system is designed to automate the gap between dental CAD designs and manufacturing,

Do x-rays enhance patient understanding of third-molar surgery?

2010-03-08

What effect does explaining a preoperative radiograph prior to third-molar surgery have on patient satisfaction with understanding potential complications and risks of the surgery? Not

CBCT enhances orthodontic anchorage device placement

2010-03-01

Cone-beam CT (CBCT) enables better visualization of miniscrew implants when they are used as temporary anchorage devices (TADs) for orthodontic treatment, according to a study

3Shape launches new 3D scanner

2010-02-28

3Shape has released its new D710 Multi Die 3D scanner, designed to bring “remarkable scan, design, and production speeds to the digital dentistry market,” according

Straumann features new CAD/CAM products at Chicago Midwinter

2010-02-24

Straumann is launching upgrades to its CAD/CAM system, the company announced at the Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting this week. Some elements are ready, and

Sealants inhibit laser fluorescence caries detection

2010-02-22

Laser fluorescence (LF) detection of occlusal caries in primary molars is “significantly affected” by both clear and opaque sealants, according to a new study in

CT not necessary for palatal implant planning

2010-02-15

While lateral radiographs provide “reliable evaluation” of the quantity of bone in preoperative diagnosis of palatal implants, additional 3D imaging is only required in rare

Ultrasound finds mandible defects x-rays can’t

2009-07-27

Could 3D ultrasound imaging improve the way periodontal disease is diagnosed and treated? A research team from West Virginia University (WVU) thinks so. While ultrasound

Geomagic offers free preview of 3D bridge design software

2009-06-14

A new add-on for designing dental copings and bridge frameworks in conjunction with Geomagic Studio is now available as a free technology preview, the company

Digital impressions competition booming

2009-03-30

Cerec has had cool command of the digital impressions business for nearly 20 years, but the competition among intraoral scanner companies is beginning to heat

Dental Advisor: CAD/CAM Dentistry – 2008

2009-03-19

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Christensen: Self-etch is better than total etch

2009-02-25

CHICAGO – To self-etch or total etch, that is the question. At least it is for many in the dental community — but not Gordon