Tooth sensitivity is a common complaint from patients. According to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association, 12.3 percent of responding patients were diagnosed with dentin hypersensitivity.1 Dental hygienists review patient history, X-rays and identify any current symptoms to help dentists determine the cause of the sensitivity. Once dental caries and … Read more
The American Dental Association (ADA) Foundation Board of Directors announced today the hiring of Nick M. Falco, CFRE, CAE, as the Foundation’s new executive director. The ADA Foundation, the charitable arm of the American Dental Association, secures contributions and provides grants and awards to advance the public’s oral health, expand access to care, drives game-changing … Read more
NIH-Funded Study to Test Cavity-Fighting Liquid at Three Clinical Sites The National Institute of Dental & Craniofacial Research, part of the National Institutes of Health, has awarded a grant to a team of researchers – led by the University of Michigan and Margherita Fontana, DDS, PhD – that will provide funding to New York University … Read more
The town of Los Algodones in Mexico is nicknamed “Molar City”. It has a population of just 6,000 people and, shockingly, it has more than 500 practising dentists. This has produced an intense clustering of dental clinics within a four block radius. Many of these dentists chose to work in this town because of the tourist traffic, given … Read more
The Dr. Edward B. Shils Entrepreneurial Fund Recognizes People, Organizations, and Programs for Their Contributions to the Dental Community and Public Oral Health Arena The Dr. Edward B. Shils Entrepreneurial Fund, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to innovative leadership in health care and named after the late Dr. Edward B. Shils, recently held its 15th annual … Read more
Silver Diamine Fluoride Recommended to Treat Cavities in Pediatric and Special Needs Patients The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) issued the first-ever evidence-based guideline on the use of silver diamine fluoride to treat cavities in pediatric patients, based on a systematic review of research from 1969-2016. The AAPD guideline recommends silver diamine fluoride, or … Read more
Relief program designed to support dentists in the states of Texas, Louisiana, Florida and Georgia focuses on long-term recovery of their practices. Dentsply Sirona announced that it is offering an extra 10 percent discount on MSRP pricing through the end of the year on all equipment sales to dentists affected by Hurricane Harvey in the … Read more
James “Jimmy” Nicholas, of Jimmy Marketing in Waterford, CT, will be honored at Smiles Change Lives’ (SCL) 7th Annual Gini Awards, on October 20, 2017, in Kansas City, MO. The Gini Awards honors those who have gone above and beyond to inspire hope, raise self-esteem and help change the lives of thousands of children across … Read more
DSN practice management software systems now feature direct integration with LED’s Apteryx Imaging solutions LED Medical Diagnostics Inc. (“LED” or the “Company”) (TSX-V: LMD) is pleased to announce the launch of a partnership between DSN Software and LED subsidiary Apteryx, Inc., with DSN’s entire line of dental and specialty practice management software solutions featuring a … Read more
The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) is proud to recognize ten individuals for their outstanding contributions to the dental hygiene profession, the national association, research, and knowledge translation. “Our 2017 award winners have set high goals and achieved much in their professional and personal lives,” notes Gerry Cool, CDHA President. “We are thrilled to celebrate … Read more
At the 2017 European Association of Osseointegration (EAO) Congress in Madrid, Spain, Nobel Biocare announced it has entered into a partnership agreement with Dentalpoint AG, a leader in ceramic dental implants, to add a zirconia implant solution to its portfolio. The partnership with Dentalpoint AG will add a new implant option to Nobel Biocare’s leading … Read more
The Government of Canada is committed to fixing a tax system where wealthy and high income individuals are encouraged to use their private corporations to pay lower tax rates than middle class Canadians. The Government has listened to small business owners, professionals and experts during the consultation on tax planning using private corporations, and will … Read more
ToothShower uses the water from the shower while cleaning 100 percent of teeth, as compared to 60 percent with average brushing. Last year, the Associated Press published an article detailing their findings on research into the benefits of flossing. After looking at the most rigorous research conducted over the past decade, focusing on 25 studies that generally … Read more
The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) will debut a masterpiece of comprehensive cosmetic dentistry education on April 18 – 21, 2018 at McCormick Place Lakeside Center in Chicago, Illinois. The AACD 2018 program features an expertly curated selection of topics and speakers which have been purposefully selected to keep attendees ahead of the curve … Read more
With all of the technologies at the fingertips of dentists in the contemporary practice, the unsung hero of imaging over the years may be the intra-oral (IO) camera. As a clinical aid, patient education tool, and insurance documentation method, this imaging device has evolved into an important part of the diagnostic imaging armamentarium. Intra-oral cameras … Read more
dentalcorp, Canada’s largest network of dental clinics, today announced the appointment of Dr. Gary Glassman as Chief Dental Officer. While maintaining his full-time practice at Endodontic Specialists, Dr. Glassman will join the company’s senior leadership team to help facilitate dentalcorp’s continued growth ambitions and champion programs to support dentist Partners and their teams in the delivery … Read more
Under the banner “Your Mouth is Part of Your Body”, a Toronto group medical practice is now offering preventive oral healthcare within its clinic. MCI’s integration of medical and preventive oral healthcare seamlessly in one clinic is a first in Canada. This new model is important to the better management of diabetes, arthritis and other … Read more
For the 1st time this year, dental students will be providing treatments Khaled Al-Hilal can’t remember the last time he had his teeth checked by a dentist before he came to Canada in 2016. The Syrian refugee had been living in camps in Lebanon after fleeing civil war in his home country, and what money … Read more
Global campaign underway to raise awareness of dental cavities prevention and demonstrate the value of a cavity-free future Today marks the second annual World Cavity-Free Future Day (WCFFD), an initiative launched in 2016 by the Alliance for a Cavity-Free Future (ACFF) to address the need for greater global awareness of dental caries. Dental caries, when left unaddressed, can … Read more
‘As a taxpayer, I’m absolutely floored,’ First Nations advocate Cindy Blackstock says The federal Liberal government has spent more than $110,000 fighting a First Nations girl in court to block payment for orthodontic treatment that cost just $6,000, according to documents released under the Access to Information Act and shared with CBC News. Josey Willier, … Read more