Periodontal probing continues to be a key element in the diagnosis of periodontal disease and this maneuver is performed hundreds of thousand times a day in dental offices across the world. However, a probing depth alone does not reveal the complete state of health of the area being measured. Clinicians need additional information about the … Read more
Prior to commencing treatment, a prudent practitioner seeks to establish clarity of diagnosis and expected treatment outcome. Occasionally, the clinical presentation is unclear and a degree of uncertainty presides over both the diagnosis and the degree of expected treatment success. In this case report, the clinical presentation did not yield a definitively diagnosis requiring an … Read more
INTRODUCTIONIn 1999, Albandar et. al1 estimated that more than 20 percent of the population presents with one or more tooth surfaces with gingival recession. When root exposure occurs, it can be quite uncomfortable causing root sensitivity and can lead to cosmetic and functional impairment. The treatment of gingival recession therefore is indicated for esthetic reasons, … Read more
Replacing lost teeth by artificial tooth roots (implants) in combination with artificial dental crowns has become part of mainstream dentistry and is now regarded as a routine procedure with predictable results. Over the past 30 years, the number of implants placed in the jaws constantly increased promoting development of new materials and techniques based on … Read more
Dental implants are the preferred method for replacing missing teeth in most circumstances. They offer high predictability, which is backed by many long-term studies. Very often the discussion on tooth replacement starts when patients learn that they will be losing one or more teeth. What they often don’t realize is that the extraction procedure becomes … Read more
The success of a delicate periodontal procedure is dependent on both the skill of the clinician as well as several patient-associated factors. These include the past and present smoking status, systemic health conditions and compliance to post-operative protocols. Any one of the factors or in combination can delay or impair the healing process. However, common … Read more
In the world of periodontics, as with any aspect in the practice of dentistry, we tend to treat specific problems, often one at a time. Periodontal issues encompass a wide variety of problems ranging from soft tissue loss and/or bone loss as a result of periodontal disease, extractions, orthodontic tooth movement, occlusion and implant therapy. … Read more
In his Meta-analysis of the clinical effectiveness of direct Class II restorations, Heintze states that, “more than five hundred million direct dental restorations are placed each year worldwide” and “in about 55 percent of the cases, resin composites or compomers are used.” When evaluating the clinical trials in the literature, he found that “restorations with … Read more
TriHawk proves that it is a world leader in the manufacturing of dental burs as they enter a promising Russian market of 85,000 dentists. Within the first two days of the biggest International dental show in Russia and Europe, TriHawk sold over 5000 burs. The Moscow exhibition held during September 16-19 provided a unique platform for … Read more
“The ADA Practical Guide to Dental Letters: Write, Blog and Email Your Way to Success” Now Available The American Dental Association (ADA) is offering dentists the opportunity to pen perfect professional prose using customizable letters in the new book, “The ADA Practical Guide to Dental Letters: Write, Blog and Email Your Way to Success.” The … Read more
The incidence of Alzheimer’s disease continues to explode among Americans. Dr. J G Moellendorf, DC, ND, LCP reports on two preventative measures that can be done to decrease the susceptibility to developing Alzheimer’s. Many genetic and environmental risk factors have been implicated in causing Alzheimer’s disease. Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin Chiropractor and Naturopath Dr. J G … Read more
The success of a delicate periodontal procedure is dependent on both the skill of the clinician as well as several patient-associated factors. These include the past and present smoking status, systemic health conditions and compliance to post-operative protocols. Any one of the factors or in combination can delay or impair the healing process. However, common … Read more
The McGill & Hill Group, a leading national dental consulting firm, announced that they have agreed to become an official corporate sponsor with Smile for a Lifetime (S4L) Foundation, a national non-profit providing scholarships for free orthodontic treatment to underserved children. The Group (www.mcgillhillgroup.com), provides an array of business consulting services exclusively for the dental … Read more
Dental hygienists from across Canada will gather in Toronto from October 3-5 to share leading edge research, clinical experience and knowledge at the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association’s (CDHA) biennial national conference. Celebrating 50 years as a professional association, CDHA has assembled a dynamic group of speakers and scientists, who will present the latest information on … Read more
DENTSPLY Tulsa Dental Specialties, a manufacturer and marketer of innovative products for endodontics (ProTaper NEXT®, WaveOne®, GuttaCore®, ProUltra®) recently made a significant donation to help establish the University of Tennessee’s new Advanced Specialty Education Program in Endodontics. The university used the funds to purchase endodontic equipment featuring the latest technology that is housed in a … Read more
University of Gothenburg* (Tomasi, Idmyr & Wennstrom), completed its one year study on Patient Satisfaction utilizing the Dentatus Atlas® Denture System. A twelve month study with 21 patients was performed to evaluate patient satisfaction with narrow body Atlas implants for the retention of existing dentures using the silicone based Tuf-Link® silicone lining. The prevalence of … Read more
Unique in its approach and scope, the Pride Institute’s “Best of Class” Technology Award, now in its fifth year, continues to recognize products that demonstrate excellence in their category. In 2013, Velscope Vx® from LED Medical Diagnostics, distributed by DenMat, is one of those lauded as “Best of Class.” “We are truly honored to be … Read more
The ADA Foundation (ADAF), the American Dental Association (ADA) and the Colgate-Palmolive Company today announced a joint initiative to enhance the ADA Foundation’s existing dental research laboratory in Gaithersburg, Md., and to support and encourage promising young researchers. The major gifts coincide with the renaming of the ADAF lab to honor Anthony Volpe, DDS, MS, … Read more
UCLA researchers have discovered that diamonds on a much, much smaller scale than those used in jewelry could be used to promote bone growth and the durability of dental implants. Nanodiamonds, which are created as byproducts of conventional mining and refining operations, are approximately four to five nanometers in diameter and are shaped like tiny … Read more
The American Dental Association (ADA) is deeply concerned about the first confirmed report of patient to patient transmission of hepatitis C in a dental practice setting linked to improper infection control practices. The ADA wishes to assure the public that patient health and safety are top priorities for the Association. “This is a highly atypical … Read more