FDA clears collagen dental membrane
2009-10-21
Collagen Matrix announced today that it has received FDA’s 510(k) clearance of its new collagen dental membrane indicated for use in oral surgical procedures involving
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Online teeth-whitening firm accused of false advertising
2009-10-19
Dazzlesmile and its parent company, Optimal Health Science, have issued a trademark infringement cease and desist order to Farend Services, DazzleSmile Pro, and Epic Advertising
GlaxoSmithKline faces another lawsuit over Super Poligrip
2009-10-18
Parker Waichman Alonso, a U.S. personal injury law firm, has filed a lawsuit against GlaxoSmithKline and its subsidiaries on behalf of a Texas man who
Fluoride desensitizer may work with bleaching
2009-10-08
A 5% potassium nitrate and 2% sodium fluoride solution worked better than a placebo in reducing tooth sensitivity during bleaching, without interfering with the whitening,
Brushing dentures may be best cleaning method
2009-10-05
Brushing removable dentures with a paste product might be the best way to keep them clean, suggests a new review of the limited dental literature
Australia court limits who can do teeth whitening
2009-10-01
A court ruling in Melbourne, Australia, this week is being hailed for setting a precedent regarding who can perform teeth-whitening procedures in the country, according
Study compares bone loss with 3 implant systems
2009-10-01
In a recently published meta-analysis of marginal bone level maintenance following dental implant surgery, the Astra Tech implant system showed the best results, with only
Astra Tech teams with Dental Wings for implants
2009-09-30
Astra Tech has formed a strategic alliance with Dental Wings, a provider of CAD/CAM solutions with specialized development of 3D scanners, beginning in early 2010.
Selecting an implant platform in a tough economy
2009-09-30
Dental implants have emerged as a popular treatment option for missing or damaged teeth, as they allow restorations with optimal functional and aesthetic results without
3M ESPE’s Filtek shows good wearability in 5-year study
2009-09-30
A five-year clinical study performed by 3M ESPE on occlusal contact wear found no statistically significant difference between Filtek Supreme universal restorative and enamel, demonstrating
Heraeus offers free teeth-whitening gel
2009-09-29
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Heraeus Kulzer is offering Venus White teeth-whitening gel for free through its Venus Smile Program. The Venus White
Komet offers new milling base
2009-09-29
Komet USA has introduced a new stainless steel milling base designed to be used in different types of laboratory implant adjustments. Komet’s new milling base.
