Telling patients to take better care of their teeth can seem about as effective as lecturing to an empty chair. But a study published in

It all starts with the hygiene appointment The hygiene appointment is the gateway to additional services. Keeping a full hygiene schedule helps practices to keep

OralDNA Labs recently introduced two tests to the North American market that use saliva to detect periodontal disease. These protocols have been used for a

Viruses could contribute to periodontitis according to a study in Oral Microbiology and Immunology (December 2009, Vol. 24: 6, pp: 506-509). Most research and treatment

Lares Research has introduced wavelength-optimized periodontal therapy (WPT), a minimally invasive laser periodontal disease treatment that uses two laser wavelengths:  Nd:YAG and Er:YAG. The method

The Chicago Dental Society (CDS) surveyed 37 area dentists last month on their attitudes toward Halloween, with some surprising results: –Most have a positive opinion

As the first periodontist in the U.S. to practice laser-assisted new attachment procedure (LANAP) in his practice, Lloyd Tilt, D.D.S., M.S., has carefully tracked his

The California Dental Hygienists’ Association (CDHA) has issued a list of simple ways patients and oral health professionals and their patients can prevent catching and

Research Based Preventive Products has introduced a new formulation of 1.1% sodium fluoride toothpaste (5,000 parts per million) called Denticious 5000. According to the company,

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

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

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