New Biodentine Web Lecture

Septodont

Septodont introduces a new educational tool designed to familiarize the dental professional with the innovative dentin substitute Biodentine, and its benefits for everyday dentistry. Dr. Imad About, a world renowned expert in pulp biology presents his findings with this web lecture “Pulp-Biodentine interactions consequences and clinical significance”. As a result of different research projects carried … Read more

Technological Advancements and Elderly Populations Lead to Increased Preference for Dental Implants

GBI Research

Dentists are putting a smile back on many faces, as the dental implants market is set to almost double in value over the next six years, states a new report by healthcare experts GBI Research. The new report* states that the market is driven by growing concern over oral hygiene, an increasing life expectancy, and … Read more

Canada’s Dental Hygienists Have Your Health at Heart

CDHA-ACHD

Cardiovascular diseases including heart disease, diseases of the blood vessels and stroke are responsible for one-third of all deaths in Canada. February is Heart Month and Canada’s dental hygienists want you to take your oral health to heart. Your heart health is impacted by your oral health, and poor oral health can put you at … Read more

UN Convetion Confirms Phased-Down Approach For Dental Amalgam

Australian Dental Industry Association (ADIA)

A new convention finalised under the auspices of the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) has confirmed a role in dental care for dental amalgam containing mercury. The future of this restorative material had been an open question as over 140 governments participating in negotiations worked towards wide-ranging agreement that aims to reduce mercury releases into … Read more

Survey: Kids’ Perceptions of Halloween Include “Too Much Candy” and Desire for Other Types of Treats

American Dental Association (ADA)

The American Dental Association® (ADA) and PopCap Games today announced the results of a new survey targeting trick-or-treating children (ages 5 to 13) in the U.S., looking at kids’ views and perceptions of Halloween. Approximately 94% of all American children participate in trick-or-treating, and 65% of them consider Halloween the best holiday of the year. … Read more

Septodont Donates over $135,000 in Pit & Fissure Sealant to the National Children’s Oral Health Foundation: America’s ToothFairy

Septodont

In an ongoing effort to support children’s oral health, Septodont donated 1,500 Toothfairy™ Pit & Fissure Sealant Kits to National Children’s Oral Health Foundation: America’s ToothFairy® (NCOHF), a nonprofit organization that supports the delivery of preventive, educational and treatment services for children from vulnerable populations. Toothfairy BPA Free Pit & Fissure Sealants from Septodont offer … Read more

Statement from Dr. William Calnon, President, American Dental Association on New York City’s Ban of Large-size Sugary Beverages

ADA - American Dental Association

The American Dental Association (ADA) applauds New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg for shining a spotlight on the issue of frequent and excessive consumption of soda and other sugary beverages which raises the risk of adverse health conditions such as obesity, diabetes and tooth decay. When it comes to a ban related to a particular … Read more

ADA Praises Portland, Ore., City Council for Vote to Fluoridate

ADA - American Dental Association

The American Dental Association (ADA) today praised the Portland, Ore., City Council’s unanimous vote to begin fluoridating the city’s municipal water system before a self-imposed deadline of March 2014. The vote marks an end to Portland’s distinction as the largest U.S. city not providing its citizens the oral health benefits of optimally fluoridated water. We … Read more