Sigma Labs has obtained complete assignment interest in its patent on advanced dental implant technology. It supports Sigma’s exclusive marketing agreement with Manhattan Scientifics, according
Kerr has posted a new infographic about curing lights on its dental blog. Entitled Dental Curing Lights — Behind the Glow, the infographic is a
Neuroscientists have found that the sounds of dental instruments like drills evoke fear and anxiety in some people, according to a new study presented at
Dentists drill bigger holes in teeth than necessary for restorations because of an optical illusion that makes circular objects look smaller than they really are,
Dental implant maker Nobel Biocare’s third-quarter revenues for 2013 rose 4.8% at constant exchange rates. For the quarter (end-September 30), the company reported revenues of
Researchers have created an implantable “bio patch” that regrows bone in a living body using existing cells, a process that has potential uses in dentistry,
3M has filed two patent lawsuits in Germany regarding its technology for coloring ceramic-based dental restorations. The first lawsuit is against Metoxit and alleges infringement
Nyxoah, a Belgian-Israeli start-up company that develops implants for treating sleep apnea and snoring, has been issued 11 patents for its technology. The U.S. Patent
The U.S. market for dental implants and final abutments was valued at nearly $979 million in 2012, driven by the growing number of general dentists
The Sinsational Smile in-office teeth-whitening system has received the Eco-Dentistry Association (EDA)’s Accepted Seal. Sinsational Smile’s whitening gel contains nontoxic carbamide peroxide with a natural
Patients at elevated risk for developing caries benefit from applying prescription fluoride directly to their teeth or having their dentist apply it, according to new
The global medical and dental ceramics market will grow from $1.1 billion in 2013 to $2.3 billion in 2018, according to a market analysis report