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Keating Dental Lab Introduces Exciting New Episodes of its Highly Entertaining “Dental Up!” Podcast as well as its Newly Established “Case of the Week” Educational Video Series for Dentists

by Keating Dental Lab

Produced and hosted by Dr. Mike DiTolla, “Dental Up!” and “Case of the Week” are free, educational, and instructional content available to dentists worldwide by Keating Dental Lab Keating Dental Lab has signed Dr. Mike DiTolla, accomplished dental educator and one of dentistry’s most entertaining speakers, to host its legacy “Dental Up!” weekly podcast, as … Read more

Survey Reveals COVID-19 a Major Factor in Americans’ Failing Dental Health

by American Association of Endodontists

A recent survey commissioned by the American Association of Endodontists reveals that more than half of Americans say the COVID-19 pandemic has caused them to put off general dental check-ups, which can lead to serious oral health problems. The survey also showed that the pandemic is takings its toll on those working or studying remotely … Read more

Durham College’s Dental Hygiene Clinic Operating, Open for Clients

by The Chronicle

Durham College’s (DC) Dental Hygiene program is slowing down its curriculum during the pandemic. But that’s a good thing. It is necessary so students can catch up on their outstanding clinical hours while ensuring all public health protocols are being followed, said Jennifer Kellett, DC Dental Hygiene Program Coordinator. To view the full story, please … Read more

NHS Dental Patients ‘Told to Go Private’ as Watchdog Warns of Crisis

by The Guardian

Some NHS dental patients are being asked to pay for private appointments to get treatment while others face two-year waits to be seen, a watchdog has warned. Healthwatch England was contacted by hundreds of people between October and December last year complaining about dentistry issues in the health service, with one patient told their odds of successful … Read more

Do You Know a Dental Hygiene Superhero?

by CDHA

Join forces with the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) to help us recognize, for the fourth year in a row, dental hygiene health care superheroes in communities across Canada. Championed by your oral health defender CDHA and sponsored by Sensodyne®, the Dental Hygiene Superhero competition which runs from February 1 to May 11, 2021, celebrates … Read more

Align Technology Announces the iTero Element Plus Series Next Generation of Scanners and Imaging Systems

by Align Technology, Inc.

A series of new solutions feature advanced technology and capabilities designed to improve the scanning experience, increase practice productivity, and drive higher patient treatment conversion Align Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALGN) today announced the availability of the iTero Element® Plus Series, which expands the company’s portfolio of iTero Element scanners and imaging systems to include new … Read more

Nova Scotia Updates its COVID-19 Vaccination Plan, Including Dentists and Dental Hygienists

by Global News

Nova Scotia says it’s still on track with its coronavirus vaccination rollout as it releases an updated plan on Wednesday. The province has administered around 16,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine and nearly 3,500 Nova Scotians have received their second dose to date. With a countrywide delay in new vaccine shipments last week, some questioned whether the … Read more

Dentists Administering Vaccines Gaining Acceptance in States

by ADA

The ADA and state dental societies are advocating giving dentists the ability to be an integral part of stopping the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, with at least 20 states allowing dentists to administer the vaccine. “As part of its ongoing COVID-19 vaccine strategy, the ADA supports recognizing dentists as vaccine providers,” said ADA President … Read more

Jagmeet Singh Wants Millions Of Canadians To Have Access To Free Dental Care ASAP

by Helena Hanson, Narcity

Jagmeet Singh is calling on the prime minister to implement free dental care in Canada for the “millions” of Canadians who have no coverage. In a tweet shared on February 2, the NDP leader urged the Liberal government to “introduce comprehensive dental care as part of our healthcare system.” He went on to say that millions of Canadians can’t afford dental care right … Read more

GC America Introduces G2-BOND Universal

by GC America Inc.

With over one billion composite restorations and a century of established expertise in dental materials, GC is broadening its adhesive portfolio with G2-BOND Universal, a two-bottle universal bonding system which features exceptional properties in strength and versatility. G2-BOND Universal’s proprietary Dual H-Technology gives clinicians what they would expect from existing self-etch and etch-and-rinse “gold standard” … Read more

GC Unveils Centennial Logo to Mark 100th Anniversary

by GC America Inc.

On February 11th, GC will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the company’s founding in Japan in 1921. In honor of the centennial, GC has prepared initiatives, both for GC associates and the public, to commemorate and celebrate throughout 2021. As part of the commemoration, Dr. Kiyotaka Nakao, GC Corporation President and CEO, officially unveiled a … Read more

Three Minority Oral Health Professional Organizations Unite: Announcing the Formation of the Diverse Dental Society (DDS)

by Diverse Dental Society

The Diverse Dental Society (DDS) is a unique entity comprised of three universally respected and culturally diverse organizations: the Hispanic Dental Association, the National Dental Association, and the Society of American Indian Dentists. These groups celebrate their rich and diverse cultures and share a common mission to address unmet needs in under-resourced communities and leverage their collective impact to eliminate disparities and increase health and oral health equity. DDS promotes … Read more

Nova Scotia Dentists Seek Role in COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout

by Cape Breton Post

Many Nova Scotia dentists say they want to help vaccinate people against COVID-19. In a survey sent out by the Nova Scotia Dental Association, more than half of its roughly 500 members responded within a few days and 88 per cent of them said they’d be willing to participate. “The obvious thing is we give injections to … Read more

State Dental Associations See Wins, Challenges as They Advocate for Dental Teams to Receive COVID-19 Vaccine

by ADA News

With demand for the COVID-19 vaccine high and much of the U.S. experiencing a confusing rollout, state dental associations are advocating for dental teams in their states to be prioritized to receive the vaccine. “The American Dental Association has deployed a three-fold strategy to support dentists — as essential health care providers — and patients: … Read more

VisCalor Bulk: Highly Filled Thermo-Viscous Bulk-Fill Composite

by VOCO America Inc.

Warm it, Flow it, Sculpt it!  VOCO is excited to introduce VisCalor bulk, the world’s first thermo-viscous bulk-fill composite that offers an entirely new 2-in-1 technology. Once warmed, VisCalor bulk delivers the viscosity of a flowable, then rapidly cools to body temperature once placed—allowing for the immediate sculptability of a packable. With an 83% fill … Read more

Tokuyama Dental America Introduces OMNICHROMA FLOW: The World’s First One-Shade Flowable Composite

by Tokuyama Dental America

Tokuyama Dental America is proud to announce the launch of OMNICHROMA FLOW. Following in the footsteps of OMNICHROMA, OMNICHROMA FLOW is a one-shade flowable composite, capable of matching any of the 16 Vita Classical tooth shades with a single shade of composite. By eliminating the need to shade match or stock multiple shades of composites, … Read more

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Are You Ready for an Intraoral Scanner?

by 3Shape

No impression material used. No sitting around waiting for the PVS to dry. No patient-gagging or messy operatory. No impressions being shipped, touched, or stored. Autoclavable scanner tips, reduced infection risk, fast and comfortable… are you ready for an intraoral scanner? There was a time when scanner accuracy and functionality were excuses to not buy … Read more

NYU Dentistry Awarded NIH Grant to Investigate Oral Cancer Pain Treatment Utilizing Co-delivery of DNA and RNA

by NYU

Clinician-scientists Seiichi Yamano and Brian Schmidt to further novel gene therapy strategy to treat oral cancer pain NYU College of Dentistry clinician-scientists Seiichi Yamano and Brian Schmidt have set out to develop a new class of medicines using gene therapy to effectively and safely treat oral cancer pain. The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR), part … Read more

Nanaimo Dentist Among Dental Professionals Urging Province to Include Them in Phase 2

by Troy Landreville, mycomoxvalleynow

A Vancouver Island dentist is joining the chorus of dental professionals calling to be included in Phase 2 of B.C.’s COVID-19 vaccination rollout. Last weekend, the BC Dental Association wrote to Premier John Horgan, urging the province to moved to Phase 2 for these reasons: Dental care is an essential service. Dental professionals are the … Read more