Hygienists make studying for board exams fun
2011-03-03
Two Nevada dental hygienists have developed a board game designed to help dental hygiene students prepare for their board exams, according to a story in
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9 Ohio VA dental patients test positive for hepatitis
2011-03-01
Of the 535 veterans potentially exposed to hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV by a dentist at a Veterans Affairs (VA) medical center in Dayton,
Are there too many toothpastes?
2011-02-28
The number of toothpaste varieties on the shelves of U.S. grocery stores has dropped considerably after makers became concerned about confused customers, according to an
Hygienist publishes book to help kids learn oral care
2011-02-27
A dental hygienist in Southern California has written a book designed to help children learn the importance of good dental habits, according to a story
Mydent introduces disposable jackets
2011-02-23
Mydent has launched its latest in healthcare apparel: Defend+plus disposable jackets. These jackets provide 28% better filtration and have higher-quality stitching, cuffs, and collar, according
Water Pik launches kids’ water flosser
2011-02-23
Water Pik announced the latest addition to its product line today at the Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting: the Waterpik Water Flosser for Kids, designed
Air Techniques receives AGD PACE accreditation
2011-02-23
Air Techniques has received accreditation from the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) as a Program Approval for Continuing Education (PACE) provider. This authorizes Air Techniques
CDS survey reveals patients’ dental care habits
2011-02-22
In preparation for this week’s Chicago Dental Society (CDS) Midwinter Meeting, the organization surveyed nearly 400 Chicago-area residents about their dental habits and dental care.
Study links acute myocardial infarction and perio disease
2011-02-21
The relationship between periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a complicated one. While many studies have suggested that the presence of periodontal disease may
Univ. of Barcelona adds Syneron laser to dental program
2011-02-21
Syneron Dental Lasers has entered into a long-term clinical research agreement with the University of Barcelona whereby Syneron Dental’s LiteTouch laser system will be incorporated
Study links perio disease and atherosclerosis
2011-02-17
By using fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography (FDG-PET) to measure metabolic activity, researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School have found a link between
DentalEZ adds new features to DEZiree website
2011-02-17
DentalEZ has added three new features to its DEZiree the Dental Hygienist website. Visitors to the site can now send free DEZiree online greeting cards
