Survey: Most Americans whiten teeth at home
2012-08-28
Most Americans opt to whiten their teeth using home-based methods rather than professional whitening options, according to a research report from the market research firm
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Ore. man sues after wearing braces for 11 years
2012-08-27
A 22-year-old Oregon man who wore braces for 11 years has filed a $185,000 lawsuit against his orthodontist, according to an article in the Oregonian.
Kerr launches new cementation system
2012-08-27
Kerr Dental has introduced the NX3 XTR cementation system, which blends the versatility of NX3 Nexus third-generation universal dental cement with the adhesion abilities of
Ariz. town investigates why fluoridation was halted
2012-08-26
Two town administrators in Gilbert, AZ, have been placed on leave after officials discovered fluoride has been withheld from part of the town’s water supply
Chronic orofacial pain worse than headache, backache
2012-08-23
People afflicted with chronic orofacial pain are much more likely to be debilitated by their condition than those with chronic backaches or chronic headaches, according
Walmart grant supports kids’ oral hygiene education in NY
2012-08-23
A $25,000 Walmart Foundation State Giving Program grant is proving oral care to thousands of children at the North Country Children’s Clinic in Watertown, NY,
G&H Wire merges with Orthodontic Design & Production
2012-08-23
G&H Wire has merged with Orthodontic Design & Production (ODP) of Vista, CA, the companies announced. The merger makes the company the only full-line supplier
Will Ore. city finally fluoridate its water?
2012-08-21
The city council of Portland, OR, is expected to vote to end the city’s run as one of the largest municipalities without fluoridated water, according
Wichita to vote on fluoridation in Nov.
2012-08-21
The city council of Wichita, KS, has voted unanimously to let voters decide on water fluoridation on the general election ballot November 6, KAKE TV
Straumann midyear revenues down, profits up
2012-08-21
Europe’s debt crisis and resulting economic downturn continue to impact Swiss dental implant maker Straumann’s financials. The company reported revenues of 361.7 million Swiss francs
Soft market hurts Nobel Biocare financials
2012-08-21
The slowing market for dental implants continues to affect Nobel Biocare’s financials. The company reported a net profit of 27.7 million euros ($34.5 million) on
Vita launches new composite restorative material
2012-08-21
Vita has launched a new composite restorative material, VM LC, including paste opaquers and new shades. VM LC is dispensed in an ergonomically shaped, light-proof