An oral, at-home HIV test that delivers results in as little as 20 minutes and has been used in the United States for more than a decade is coming to Canada. The approval underscores the growing role of oral-fluid diagnostics in systemic disease detection. OraSure Technologies announced Tuesday its OraQuick HIV self-test received a licence to distribute … Read more
A research team at Harvard School of Dental Medicine (HSDM) is exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) could help detect head and neck cancer at much earlier stages, potentially improving survival and reducing care gaps. Globally, head and neck cancer is the seventh most common cancer, accounting for more than 660,000 new cases and roughly 325,000 … Read more
Acidifying oceans are damaging shark teeth, researchers report. The findings offer a stark reminder of how acidic environments can weaken tooth structure — even in nature’s most formidable predators.
News of infection control violations closing dental clinics might give you the sense that it happens more often than it does. In fact, it’s rare for dentists to shut down their clinic and urge patients to get tested for hepatitis or HIV. But that it happens at all is the real concern. Expert Tips for … Read more
Many dentists are familiar with this scenario: a fully booked appointment calendar, and a patient arrives with an urgent issue requiring immediate treatment. On such busy days, efficient workflows and streamlined processes are essential to effectively managing unexpected cases. Dr. Dan Butterman,[1] an experienced practitioner whose practice in Centennial, Colorado emphasizes implant and digital dentistry, … Read more
I’m Duane Baluke, and for over 50 years, I’ve poured my heart and soul into dentistry, building Baluke Dental Studios into a cornerstone of precision in Canada. This is our story; it reflects a journey from a kid tinkering in my dad’s lab to leading one of Canada’s most cutting-edge laboratories, passed from my father … Read more
The science of straightening teeth has come a long way since its inception and Fastbraces® Technologies is an example of the continued evolution of orthodontic treatments.
A naturally occurring compound found in fruits such as apples, guava and figs could help prevent and treat gum disease, according to new research from São Paulo State University (UNESP). Scientists at the university’s Araraquara School of Dentistry (FOAr-UNESP) and the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences (FCFAr-UNESP) identified morin, a plant-derived flavonoid concentrated in fruit peels … Read more
Nurse Rod Salaysay works with all kinds of instruments in the hospital: a thermometer, a stethoscope and sometimes his guitar and ukulele. In the recovery unit of UC San Diego Health, Salaysay helps patients manage pain after surgery. Along with medications, he offers tunes on request and sometimes sings. His repertoire ranges from folk songs in English and Spanish … Read more
Fewer than half of U.S. dentists screen adolescents for substance use, according to what authors describe as the first national survey of dentists’ practices on the issue, published online ahead of print in the Journal of Adolescent Health. The Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) Screening Survey assessed dentists’ knowledge, attitudes and current practice behaviours related to … Read more
Dental Savings Club is a Canadian owned and operated family company committed to helping dentists cut costs on everyday dental products. Their secret recipe is that they sell directly to the dentist, eliminating the middleman and the middleman’s cost. Dental Savings Club has established relationships with some of the most popular and trusted manufacturers in … Read more
From the first procedure to the last, dental composites can be a challenge. See how heat could make your restorations — and your day — flow better. Are you hesitant to try pre-warming your composite? You’re not alone! Many dental professionals shy away from composite warming because they haven’t seen the benefits — but pre-warming … Read more
Introduction: Raising the Bar for Attachment Accuracy Invisalign and other clear aligner therapies continue to evolve, with increasing case complexity and more sophisticated treatment goals. As a dental assistant and educator working chairside with general dentists and orthodontists, one of the most impactful clinical procedures I assist with is attachment placement. These composite buttons are … Read more
For more than 135 years, Ritter Implants has been at the forefront of dental implant innovation — a legacy of German engineering. As a leader in implantology, Ritter’s products are not only renowned for clinical reliability and simplicity but are also supported by real-world success: tens of thousands of implants placed annually worldwide, with a … Read more
In today’s clinical environment, time-saving tools that also deliver top-tier performance are worth their weight in gold. CLEARFIL™ Universal Bond Quick 2, the latest universal adhesive from Kuraray Noritake Dental, is one such product. Developed to meet the modern dentist’s need for simplicity, strength, and speed, this advanced adhesive is the latest development in a … Read more
In today’s clinical environment, time-saving tools that also deliver top-tier performance are worth their weight in gold. CLEARFIL™ Universal Bond Quick 2, the latest universal adhesive from Kuraray Noritake Dental, is one such product. Developed to meet the modern dentist’s need for simplicity, strength, and speed, this advanced adhesive is the latest development in a … Read more
Introduction: Raising the Bar for Attachment Accuracy Invisalign and other clear aligner therapies continue to evolve, with increasing case complexity and more sophisticated treatment goals. As a dental assistant and educator working chairside with general dentists and orthodontists, one of the most impactful clinical procedures I assist with is attachment placement. These composite buttons are … Read more
A University at Buffalo research team led by oral biologist Dr. Hyuk-Jae (Edward) Kwon has advanced the understanding of genetic disorders that weaken tooth enamel by turning off a gene known as KMT2D in mice. The study, published in the Journal of Dental Research, marks the first in-depth investigation identifying KMT2D as a key regulator in enamel formation … Read more
DULUTH, Minn. (AP) — An Alaska brown bear at the Lake Superior Zoo in northeastern Minnesota has a gleaming new silver-colored canine tooth in a first-of-its-kind procedure for a bear. “This is the largest crown ever created in the world.” Dr. Grace Brown. The 800-pound (360-kilogram) Tundra was put under sedation Monday and fitted with … Read more
As part of the globally successful event series, the first North American GBT Summit took place in Calgary on April 25. The event was fully dedicated to state-of-the-art prophylaxis and oral prevention, covering topics such as the scientific background of GBT, successful implant maintenance, patient experience, and the profitability of prophylaxis. Renowned speakers shared their … Read more