Dentistry

Carestream Dental Hosts Hands-On Workshops at the 2014 Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting

by Carestream Dental

Courses Will Focus on CAD/CAM, 3D Imaging and Practice Management Solutions Carestream Dental is hosting two workshops to teach attendees about the latest innovations in imaging and practice management software at the 2014 Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting. First, Carestream Dental is partnering with other software manufacturers to co-host a workshop, titled “Practice Management Software … Read more

ADA Fights High Cavity Rate in Children with Fluoride Toothpaste

by American Dental Association's (ADA)

Papers in February JADA issue note benefits of using fluoride toothpaste on baby’s first tooth To fight cavities in children, the American Dental Association’s (ADA) Council on Scientific Affairs (CSA) is updating its   guidance to caregivers that they should brush their children’s teeth with fluoride toothpaste as soon as the first tooth comes in. This … Read more

Sirona Group receives another Top Employer Award

by Sirona

Since receiving the Top Employer Awards for Germany, Austria and Engineers in 2013, Sirona’s excellent human resources policy and very good working conditions have also earned it international recognition in 2014. In an award ceremony in Shanghai, Sirona China was given the “Top Employer China 2014” award in mid-January. The company’s German employees have also … Read more

OrthoBanc Partners with Smile for a Lifetime to Gift Smiles

by OrthoBanc & Smile For A Lifetime

OrthoBanc, a risk assessment and payment management provider specializing in electronic payments for orthodontists has  become an official corporate sponsor with the Smile for a Lifetime (S4L) Foundation, a national non-profit providing scholarships for free orthodontic treatment to under-served children. Bill Holt, President of OrthoBanc shares, “We are excited to support Smile for a Lifetime’s … Read more

Sirona’s international success: Russian clinic buys the 40,000th C8+ treatment center

by Sirona

Products “Made in Germany” have long been sought after around the world. This is also reflected in the international sales figures for the Sirona C8+. The treatment center combines high quality with timeless design.  The 40,000th C8+ dental center recently rolled off the production line at Sirona in Bensheim, the world’s largest production site in … Read more

A Winner In Digital Radiography Claims Yet Another Peer-Elected Award

by DEXIS

DEXIS continues to add to its honors with The Dentists’ Voice 5-Star Peer Review Award for the DEXIS® Platinum Digital Intra-oral X-ray System! DEXIS is very pleased to announce its 2013 win from The Dentists’ Voice, a dental products review portal dedicated to dental healthcare providers, which can aid in making an informed choice regarding … Read more

50th BEGO International Sales Symposium (BISS) “Expedition Future” – a complete success

by BEGO

The 50th anniversary of the BISS was celebrated with more than 130 guests from all over the world at the Dorint Park  Hotel in Bremen from 21st to 23rd January. BEGO organised a multifaceted programme of inspiring and forward-looking workshops and presentations from renowned speakers, and selected the winners of the Wilhelm-Herbst-Award 2013 for outstanding achievement … Read more

Perfect Valentine’s Day Gift at the Midwinter Meeting

by Chicago Dental Society

February is American Heart Month. Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to show you care. Give and get a health screening! Come to the CDS Wellness Center, Room CC20, and get proprietary, preventative health tests from the Cleveland Heart Lab.Back by popular demand is the BlueApple Health Screening. Come to the CDS Wellness Center at … Read more

JDIQ Courses Are Quickly Selling Out

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Journées dentaires internationales du Québec will host the Association of Prosthodontists of Canada from May 23rd to 27th in Montreal The Journées dentaires internationales du Québec will take place this spring from May 23rd to 27th, 2014 at the Palais des congrès de Montréal.  The annual meeting of the Ordre des dentistes du Québec expects … Read more

Carestream Dental Donates Equipment to Aspen Dental’s MouthMobile

by Carestream Dental

 Mobile Office Brings Free Dental Care Directly to Disadvantaged Communities Carestream Dental has partnered with Aspen Dental to provide equipment for the Aspen Dental MouthMobile, a fully-equipped dental office on wheels that will go directly into communities and provide free dental care and oral health education. It’s all part of Aspen Dental’s Healthy Mouth Movement, … Read more

AACD Announces Accreditation Class of 2014

by American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD)

This year, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) will welcome 20 individuals onstage at AACD 2014  in Orlando to celebrate Accreditation and Fellowship, two achievements not to be taken lightly. The AACD Accreditation process serves to set the standard for excellence in cosmetic dentistry. The process encourages further education, interaction with like-minded colleagues, and … Read more

California Dental Association Supports Recent Anti-tobacco Efforts

by California Dental Association

For better oral and overall health, CDA urges tobacco users to quit the habit The recent decision by CVS Caremark to discontinue the sale of tobacco products is to be applauded. For decades, the California Dental Association and other health organizations have been warning tobacco users of the dangers of these products and urging them … Read more

Walmart authorizes 25 brand new, turn-key dental clinics

by Roi Corp

Walmart Supercentres has authorized www.SmileShapers.ca to offer 25 brand new, turn-key dental franchises! ROI Corporation is the exclusive agent for the Franchisor (Smile Shapers) and we will assist in knowing more about this incredible opportunity moving forwards. This is a unique offering to purchase your own Smile Shapers Franchise and be your own boss!  Walmart … Read more

First evidence-based diagnostic criteria for TMD developed by researchers

by University of Buffalo

In the past, diagnostic criteria for temporomandibular disorders (TMD), which affect an estimated 10 to 15 percent of Americans, have been based on a consensus of expert opinions and often reflect a shared clinical perspective. None had been rigorously tested by scientists. That has changed. Richard Ohrbach, DDS, PhD, at the University at Buffalo School … Read more

Media Advisory/Photo Op: UB ‘Give Kids a Smile Day’ takes place on Feb. 7

by The Univeristy of Buffalo

More than 800 children and parents will be guided by “tooth fairies” and other “dental heroes” through the award-winning Teddy Bear Clinic onto dental treatment and cleanings at the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine’s 13thannual “Give Kids a Smile Day.” The proceedings will take place in the Squire Hall lobby and dental clinics … Read more

ROI Corporation Celebrates 40 Years of Success

by ROI Corporation

2014 marks the 40-year anniversary for ROI Corporation, Canada’s practice appraisal and sales leader. Roy Brown founded ROI Corporation in 1974 at his family home in Mississauga and the company is pleased to announce yet another decade of success. “It’s remarkable to see how far my father’s vision has developed and where it has taken … Read more

Dental Assistants Encouraged to Volunteer for Dental Assistants Recognition Week, March 2-8, 2014

by The American Dental Association (ADA)

Dental offices throughout the United States and Canada will observe Dental Assistants Recognition Week March 2 to 8. The American Dental Association (ADA), American Dental Assistants Association (ADAA), Canadian Dental Association and Canadian Dental Assistants Association, along with other related professional organizations and educational institutions, will jointly recognize the observance. This year’s theme, “Dental Assisting: … Read more

Henry Schein Expands Dental Laboratory Distribution Business With Acquisition Of Lincoln Dental Supply

by Henry Schein

Henry Schein, Inc. (NASDAQ: HSIC), the world’s largest provider of health care products and services to office-based dental,  animal health and medical practitioners, today announced the acquisition of substantially all assets of Lincoln Dental Supply fromKeystone Industries, a worldwide leader and privately held group of dental, medical and veterinary manufacturing and distribution subsidiaries. Lincoln Dental … Read more

Dental Hygienists Have Heart Offering a Day of No-Cost Services

by Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA)

 In celebration of Heart Month and Valentine’s Day, registered dental hygienists across Canada are opening their doors on Saturday, February 8, 2014, to provide no-cost preventive dental hygiene services as part of a national campaign. In its sixth consecutive year, the Gift From the Heart event allows dental hygienists to reach out to their communities … Read more

AACD Launches ‘Your Smile Becomes You’ Website Interactive consumer site features smile analysis, Smile IQ quiz, educational content and videos

by The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD)

The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), the world’s largest non-profit membership association dedicated to the art and science of cosmetic dentistry, has launched a new consumer website,www.YourSmileBecomesYou.com. With the launch of this site, AACD is embarking on a new campaign aimed to help educate consumers about cosmetic dentistry, encourage them in their pursuit to … Read more