Thanks to nine ancient men and women with poor oral hygiene, researchers have determined that foragers in the Balkans 8,600 years ago were cheating on their wild diets by supplementing them with domesticated cereals. A look at the starch remains entrapped in the calcified dental plaque of human teeth gathered from a dig site in … Read more
The number of low income Torontonians who have received emergency dental treatment through Toronto Public Health clinics has increased by nearly 60 per cent through the first six months of 2016, according to numbers released Monday. In January, the city increased the number of TPH clinics offering free emergency dental care to social assistance recipients … Read more
The Thomas P. Hinman Dental Meeting has named its first female General Chairman in its 105-year history. Dr. Jane Puskas, Hinman member and prominent Atlanta dentist, will lead Hinman 2017 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta on March 23-25, 2017. The meeting’s theme is “The Changing Face of Dentistry.” “The theme of the … Read more
Inside Dental Technology (IDT) magazine names 3Shape co-founder and CTO, Tais Clausen, one of the ten most influential people in dental technology. Inside Dental Technology made the announcement in its August 2016 issue. IDT states that Clausen joins two other honorees in being “three visionaries who have truly transformed the dental technology landscape. Each has … Read more
Imagine the impact increasing your patient treatment acceptance rate by 10 to 15 percent would have on practice productivity. Now imagine getting paid for those services in an efficient manner! These components of your practice have significant influence on practice growth and are critical to ongoing practice success. KNOW YOUR NUMBERS In order to track … Read more
University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) researchers have gained new insight into hadrosaurs, or duck-billed dinosaurs. The creatures have been on the radar for more than a century and a half, but their peculiar dental structure wasn’t entirely understood, a UTM news release notes. That is, until recently, when Aaron LeBlanc, UTM PhD candidate in the … Read more
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The latest report by The Cornucopia Institute, an organic industry watchdog, uncovers serious problems in cosmetics industry regulations. Regulatory weaknesses and loopholes allow for the use of questionable, even harmful ingredients in personal care products, such as toothpastes, that could negatively impact the health of the users. Behind the Dazzling Smile: Toxic Ingredients in Your … Read more
Authorities say three married couples were killed following the crash of a small airplane that took off from a Kissimmee airport. The couples were visiting Central Florida for a dental seminar over the weekend. They departed from Kissimmee Gateway Airport about 10 a.m. Sunday to head back to Mississippi. A pilot issued a distress signal … Read more
Specialists from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) have discovered from bone remains the oldest dental treatment in the Americas dated around 647-768 AD. “We are not talking about mutilation or deformation, like in the Mayan or Egyptian culture, but rather a complex procedure that required specialized dental knowledge,” said Avto Gogichaishvili and Juan … Read more
The “selfie” fad may be causing a number of unfortunate incidents across the globe but it also has its upside. According to a new study, recording video “selfies” while brushing teeth can help improve a person’s oral health. The study’s participants used stands to hold their smartphones and film themselves as they brushed their teeth. … Read more
The global dental consumables market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 6.8% from 2016 to 2021, to reach USD 35.35 billion by 2021 from USD 25.45 billion in 2016. The growth of this market is mainly attributed to rapid rise in geriatric population, growing dental tourism in emerging markets, rising incidences of dental … Read more
Waldorf Astoria, NYC A continuous increase in demand for dental implant treatments as a result of growing consumer awareness, an ageing population, growing accessibility as well as greater product availability, has accelerated the demand for education in this field. With its global symposium in particular, Nobel Biocare has established itself as a provider of top-level … Read more
The Minnesota Dental Association and the Minnesota Dental Foundation, in partnership with the North Dakota Dental Association and the North Dakota Dental Foundation, hosted its Minnesota Mission of Mercy on July 22 and 23 in Moorhead, providing free dental care to children and adults who face barriers to accessing dental care. This fifth Mission of Mercy event held in Minnesota delivered free dental care valued at over $1 … Read more
New name reflects curriculum expansion into practice management The Institute for the Clinical Practice of Pediatric Dentistry (ICPPD) has changed its named to the Institute for Pediatric Dentistry (IPD). The rationale for the name change is to better reflect the evolving content of the Institute’s courses. “As part of our ongoing effort to provide the most … Read more
New tool allows dental professionals to earn continuing education credits online DentalPost, the dental industry’s premier job board and community, announced today the launch of its new education marketplace, DentalPost EDU. The Apple store style platform allows users to easily earn CE credits directly from the company’s website. Additionally, users will receive alerts when CEs are … Read more
Dental implants are often the best treatment for missing teeth and are the closest you can get to a healthy, natural smile. They restore the ability to confidently eat, smile, laugh, talk, play and enjoy all regular activities of everyday life. According to the Centers for Disease Control NHANES Study, more than 120 million Americans … Read more
Many Syrian Refugees arriving in Canada are in urgent need of basic healthcare like dental work. They suffer from gum infection, tooth decay, and rotten or discoloured teeth. On Friday, Algonquin College opened their clinic to Syrian Refugees to offer free dental services. Khaled Gonaym said it was his first visit to the dentist since coming … Read more
2017 Aruba Dental Conference Announced: Make Your Escape and Earn 12 CE Credits Designed for professional enrichment as well as personal “down time”, the 2017 Aruba Dental Conference is scheduled for February 2-4, 2017 at the Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino. Sponsored by Clinical Research Dental and Clinician’s Choice, this year’s conference features three of … Read more
Stung by Canada’s highest dental fees, a growing number of Albertans are flocking to B.C. for everything from routine checkups to root canals. Dentists in the southeastern B.C. communities of Golden and Invermere told Postmedia they’ve seen an influx of inquiries and visits by Albertans looking for dental deals across the border, even as the province continues a … Read more