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.
Industry News
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
- 4 minutes read
Industry News
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
- 1 minute read
Industry News
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
- 1 minute read
Industry News
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
- 2 minutes read
Industry News
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
- 1 minute read
Industry News
Smokers More Likely to Lose Teeth
Regular smokers face a significantly increased risk of tooth loss, according to new research. Male smokers are up to 3.6 times more likely.
- September 14, 2015
- 2 minutes read
Industry News
App Finds and Buys Burs Right From Your Phone
Yes, there’s an app for that. Solutions Finder from Brasseler USA finds bur systems right on your iPad or iPhone. It is now.
- September 11, 2015
- 1 minute read
Industry News
Study Links Kidney and Periodontal Disease
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects 26 million American adults, with millions more at risk, according to the National Kidney Foundation. It damages the.
- September 11, 2015
- 1 minute read
Industry News
Reciprocating Endodontic File Gets Upgrade
Replacing the WaveOne reciprocating file, WaveOne Gold from DENTSPLY Tulsa Dental Specialties is a complete system approach that includes matching absorbent points, precision.
- September 10, 2015
- 2 minutes read
