Biomet 3i implant aids primary stability

2011-07-27

Biomet 3i has introduced a new implant designed to help achieve primary stability and improve clinical success rates: the Osseotite 2 parallel walled implant. The

Amalgam repairs as effective as replacements

2011-07-25

There’s a pervasive problem in restorative dentistry, according to a new study in the Journal of the American Dental Association (July 2011, Vol. 142:7, pp.

Heraeus helps victims of domestic violence

2011-07-25

Heraeus Kulzer has made a commitment to help victims of domestic violence through the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) Charitable Foundation’s Give Back A

Are titanium implants safe?

2011-07-25

In response to concerns over the degradation of titanium implants, researchers from the University of Oviedo in Spain have developed a highly sensitive method to

Stem cells can relieve oral, orofacial pain

2011-07-25

Bone-marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells can suppress orofacial pain rapidly — within one day of treatment — by either IV injection of cells or direct injection

Dentists, labs cash in on record gold prices

2011-07-24

With gold hitting a record high of $1,615 per ounce today, more dentists and laboratories are cashing in by sending their dental scrap to Heraeus

Komet introduces polishers for nonprecious metals

2011-07-24

In response to growing demand for economical restorations fabricated of nonprecious alloys, Komet USA has introduced the NEM polishers, a complement to the Komet cutters

Behavioral therapies ease women’s TMD pain

2011-07-20

Temporomandibular disorder (TMD)-related pain is believed to occur more commonly in women than men. However, strategies that target women’s hormonal cycles to control pain appear

Biolase extends laser patent portfolio

2011-07-19

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has issued three new patents to Biolase Technology related to the company’s proprietary Er,Cr:YSGG and Er:YAG hard-tissue laser technology.

Esschem offers phthalate-free polymers

2011-07-19

Many in the dental industry are concerned about the use of phthalates. In Europe, phthalates have come under the scrutiny of the European Community’s Regulation

Ask Marty: Any recommendations for long-term provisional restorations?

2011-07-19

Q: I have some patients that need a crown but cannot quite afford one at this time. Do you have any recommendations for long-term provisional

Study: Too few kids wearing mouthguards

2011-07-19

Most American children don’t wear mouthguards while playing sports that pose a risk of injury to the mouth, contrary to recommendations made by dental professionals.