Dental Diseases Cost the World $442 Billion a Year
Dental diseases aren’t just painful. They’re also expensive on a global scale. According to the International and American Associations for Dental Research (IADR/AADR),.
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ADA Teams Up with Bank for Student Loan Refinancing
Chances are, you’ve got some serious dental school debt. The average graduate carries $247,000, according to Darien Rowayton Bank (DRB). If you’re a.
- September 17, 2015
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Silica Particles Could Fix Damaged Teeth
The development of coated silica nanoparticles could be used in the restorative treatment of sensitive teeth and prevent the onset of tooth decay,.
- September 17, 2015
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Sirona Remotely Rings Nasdaq’s Bell from Vegas
Sirona Dental is having a huge week. Yesterday, it formally announced its merger with DENTSPLY International. Its CEREC 30th Anniversary Celebration is now.
- September 17, 2015
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Adults with Dementia May Require Managed Oral Care
As the population ages, the need for long-term care grows. But oral care often is overlooked, particularly when illnesses like Alzheimer’s disease are.
- September 16, 2015
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Stool and Foot Control Prevent Pain and Preserve Careers
Poor posture shortens dental careers. In fact, one out of every 4 dentists becomes disabled at some point due to their posture, according.
- September 16, 2015
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OSCC Salivary Test Now Available
Nearly 45,750 Americans will be diagnosed with oral or pharyngeal cancer this year, according to the Oral Cancer Foundation. In 5 years, only.
- September 16, 2015
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Silver Enlisted to Stop Caries and Extend Filling Lifespans
Researchers at the University of Otago in New Zealand have developed a new way to preserve caries-infected teeth and prolong the life of.
- September 16, 2015
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Dental Laser Gets Software Upgrade
Convergent Dental has announced a software upgrade to its Solea laser system. The first FDA-approved, carbon-dioxide (CO2), 9.3-µm dental laser for hard and.
- September 15, 2015
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More Evidence Connects Gum and Heart Disease
Periodontitis has been known as a risk factor for heart disease for some time. Now, researchers from Orebro University in Sweden have shown.
- September 14, 2015
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