4th International Heraeus Dental Symposium Draws 68 Distinguished Dental Leaders
Symposium features 14 presentations on technology for today and tomorrow
Dentistry
ADA President Thanks Department of Health and Human Services for Naming Oral Health as a ‘Leading Health Indicator’
Calnon thanked the Department of Health and Human Services today for including oral health among the “leading health indicators” (LHIs) used to evaluate the nation’s progress in promoting health care objectives outlined in Healthy People 2020. In a letter to HHS Administrator Kathleen Sebelius, Dr. Calnon wrote that developing a comprehensive approach to health education … Read more
No-Prep Veneers: Enhancing the Natural Tooth
As we all know, preparation design can make or break a case. With proper planning and prep design we can create stunning esthetics with depth and vitality. Without proper planning and prep design the best we can do is usually an over-contoured, manufactured looking restoration. The same can be said about no-prep dentistry, although we … Read more
Neck Pain: A Scientific Look at the Dentist’s Neck!
In the February 2009 issue of Oral Health the common musculoskeletal disorders (MSK disorders) that dentists face were outlined; specifically, the impacts MSK disorders have on professional performance and longevity as well as the implications leading to a decreased quality of life. Later on that year in September the discussion deepened by looking at the … Read more
Entrepreneurism and Dentistry
The word ‘entrepreneur’ came into vogue in the 1980s and has now come to mean a person who organizes and operates a business or businesses, taking on greater than normal financial risks in order to do so. Entrepreneurism is an uncertain endeavor as the odds for success are not favourable. Thus, according to this definition, … Read more
Self learning, Self assessment 2011
2011 is the final year of the SLSA program in Oral Health. The 8-question quiz appears here. Because the program is half its usual length, provincial licensing authorities may alter the allocation of CE credits. Unlike previous years, SLSA will not be involved in processing the results or forwarding names of participants to the provincial … Read more
TotalCare, the Leader in Dental Disinfectants Launches New Googles® Professional to their Personal Protective Eye Shield Line
NEW GOOGLES PROFESSIONAL is personal protective eyewear that delivers safety and comfort while offering high end style.
Massachusetts Dentist Chosen President-Elect of the American Dental Association
Robert A. Faiella, D.M.D., M.M.SC., who practices Periodontics in Osterville, Mass., was recently selected as president-elect of the American Dental Association (ADA). Dr. Faiella’s election took place during a meeting of the ADA House of Delegates in Las Vegas. Dr. Faiella will assume the ADA presidency in October 2012, when he will lead the 156,000-member … Read more
New York Dentist Named President of the American Dental Association
William R. Calnon, D.D.S., who practices general dentistry in Rochester, N.Y., is the 2011-2012 president of the American Dental Association (ADA). Dr. Calnon’s induction took place during the ADA’s 152nd Annual Session in Las Vegas. “It is a great honor,” said Dr. Calnon, “to serve as president of America’s leading advocate for oral health. Not … Read more
BEAUTIFIL® Flow Plus Receives Approval from Health Canada
Shofu Dental Corporation, San Marcos, CA has received approval from Health Canada to sell BEAUTIFIL Flow Plus. The next step in the evolution of restorative materials, BEAUTIFIL Flow Plus combines the convenience of a syringe delivery system with physical properties and functionality that rivals leading hybrids. Approved for all indications, including Class II, BEAUTIFIL Flow … Read more
Oral Health America and American Dental Association award Samuel D. Harris Grants
Organizations Partner to Celebrate National Children’s Dental Health Month
ORMCO CORPORATION ANNOUNCES OPEN REGISTRATION FOR ITS 11TH ANNUAL DAMON FORUM
Educational Conference Offers Dynamic Lectures and Workshops for Orthodontists and Their Entire Staff Ormco Corporation, a leading manufacturer and provider of advanced orthodontic technology and services, today announced that registration is open for its 11th Annual Damon Forum, the largest privately-sponsored orthodontic event in the world. The clinical educational and practice-building conference-designed specifically for orthodontists, … Read more
Park Dental Research to Launch October 1st, 2011 in Ardmore, Oklahoma, USA
Park Dental Research Corporation based in New York, New York USA acquired by Former IMTEC Owner Ronald A. Bulard, DDS from Jack Wimmer, DMD Former IMTEC founder and owner Ronald A. Bulard, DDS recently acquired all of the shares of Park Dental Research and was appointed CEO and President. Established in 1967, Park Dental Research … Read more
Radiographic Journey Through Implant Treatment
INTRODUCTIONExcellent theoretical knowledge and clinical skills provide a firm foundation for success in implant dentistry. However, inability to see “inside” the tissues and the prosthetic replacements may hamper the ability to deliver optimum treatment outcomes. Radiographic prescription is often needed to provide a more complete picture of the current clinical situation and to guide further … Read more
Periodontal Health and the New Recommendations for the “Sunshine Vitamin” and Calcium
This same time last year we provided a summary of literature suggesting that vitamin D – often referred to as the “sunshine vitamin” because we can endogenously synthesize it via stimulation of our skin by ultraviolet rays – may protect against periodontal disease. Since vitamin D and calcium are often studied together when assessing bone … Read more
Pipelines for Halitosis
WHAT IS IT? Halitosis or bad breath, oral malodor, foetor oris, or foetor ex ore, refers to the sense of an unpleasant smell in someone’s breath. Halitosis is not necessarily a disease but a sign indicating that something may be wrong in the body. Equally so it could be physiological or caused by poor oral hygiene. … Read more
A Microsurgical Approach for the Regeneration of Osseous Defects
INTRODUCTIONA major issue for the near future is the growing incidence of peri-implant osteitis (Fig. 1). Depending on the study, between 25-53% of patients with implants in Europe have peri-implant osteitis.1 It is not surprising that patients that did not take care of their natural teeth do not take better care of their implants. The … Read more
A Hybrid’s Perspective on Dentistry
I have had the privilege of teaching at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto for 41 years. I teach Histology, a basic science and Periodontology, a clinical science. As a practicing periodontist for the last four decades I have been very lucky to have an extramural private practice with wonderful staff and patients. Being … Read more
Dental Internet Directory
ASSOCIATIONS ASSOCIATION OF DENTAL TECHNOLOGISTS OF ONARIO The official voice of Registered Dental Technologists in Ontariowww.ADTO.org CANADIAN DENTAL PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATIONBecause bad things happen to good dentists.www.cdpa.com ONTARIO ACADDEMY OF GENERAL DENTISTRYQuality of care through life long learning.www.ontarioagd.org TORONTO ACADEMY OF DENTISTRYToronto Meetings Calendar, CE, Winter Clinic, Society Listings, etc.www.tordent.com CONTINUING EDUCATION FACILITE OD ORTHODONTIC RESEARCH & CONT. … Read more