The opioid epidemic has been fueled by soaring numbers of prescriptions written for pain medication. And often, those prescriptions are written by dentists. “We’re in the pain business,” says Paul Moore, a dentist and pharmacologist at University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. “People come to see us when they’re in pain. Or after we’ve … Read more
Brasseler USA, a leading provider of dental instrumentation, launched today a new e-commerce experience: Shop.BrasselerUSA.com. The all new, mobile-friendly Shop.BrasselerUSA.com introduces a completely refreshed shopping experience with enhanced search features, expanded product information, and an easy-to-navigate interface. “Brasseler USA’s new e-commerce platform further embodies the Company’s ‘By Your Side’ commitment by satisfying the constantly evolving … Read more
Cellerant Consulting Group is pleased and excited to introduce the 2017 Cellerant “Best of Class” Technology Award winners. “Every year the “Best of Class” identifies and acknowledges innovative dental technologies from the well-known to the obscure, and from the basic to the aspirational,” said Dr. Lou Shuman, CEO of Cellerant and founder of the Best of Class Technology Awards. … Read more
Sleep-related breathing disorders, which include obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), affect as much as 20 percent of the North American population. Oral appliances are a well-known and often preferred treatment option for patients who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea. Oral appliances only treat about 60 percent of OSA cases – and the challenge is selecting which patients will … Read more
According to the Italian agricultural lobby group, Colderetti, the British drank 40 million liters of Prosecco in 2016, and spent 366 million euros ($434 million) on it, representing a 33 per cent market growth that year. That’s good for Prosecco and the Italians who peoduce and export it. Is it good for the British? In November 2016 The … Read more
The B.C. government is pouring an extra $6 million into a health-care fund for low-income kids. The BC Healthy Kids program will now get a total of $30 million a year to help cover costs for dental care, glasses and hearing aids. The NDP government has boosted the dental allotment set by the previous Liberal … Read more
If you missed the chance to attend this year’s Ultimate Dental Meeting in Las Vegas, register now for Dentsply Sirona World 2018 in Orlando, Florida, so as not to make the same mistake twice! Dentsply Sirona World is heading back to the Sunshine State for next year’s event. Hosted at the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort … Read more
Building collaborative networks amongst the Australian businesses involved in dental product manufacturing and export is the focus of the Australian Dental Products Exporters’ Forum to be held in Canberra on September 14, 2017. The event is convened by the Australian Dental Industry Association (ADIA), the peak business organisation representing dental product manufacturers and suppliers. “The research being undertaken within … Read more
DI World Dental Federation issued today a chairside guide to advise clinicians on restorative interventions with their patients. It was released on the opening day of the FDI World Dental Congress in Madrid, Spain (29 August-1 September) under the umbrella of the Caries Prevention Partnership (CPP), supported by Colgate. The guide is conceived as a visual support, with … Read more
Alberta’s health minister isn’t happy with prices coming down by just three per cent in the new fee guide published by the Alberta Dental Association and College this month, according to the CBC. With Alberta having the highest dentistry fees of any province, the college published its first fee guide since 1997 two weeks ago. But the guide wasn’t enough … Read more
Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) announced today that from September through December, it is offering its dental, animal health, and medical customers the opportunity to join the company in the fight against cancer. By purchasing a range of pink products, customers can help support the company’s Practice Pink program, an initiative designed to raise awareness … Read more
• Straumann Group increases its stake in Dental Wings Inc., a leading developer and supplier of CADCAM software and scanner technology, from 55% to 100%. • CEO Mike Rynerson returns to Straumann as head of the new Digital Business Unit. The shareholders of Dental Wings Inc. (Montreal, Canada) have signed an agreement to sell their remaining shares in … Read more
WHAT/WHO: Working Together Against Oropharyngeal Cancer is a symposium at which experts associated with the American Dental Association (ADA), The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and University of Chicago Medicine will address the relationship between HPV infection and oropharyngeal cancer. Speakers will present the latest on the rising … Read more
The University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine was ranked No. 10 among dental schools in the United States and No. 11 among dental schools worldwide in the 2017 global rankings of the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU). The ARWU, also known as Shanghai Ranking, is regarded as one of the most prestigious and … Read more
The proportion of oral cancers caused by the human papillomavirus has risen significantly in Canada, say researchers, who suggest the infection is now behind an estimated three-quarters of all such malignancies. In a cross-Canada study, published Monday in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, the researchers found the incidence of HPV-related oropharyngeal cancers increased by about 50 per … Read more
Bonti, a privately-held, clinical-stage biotechnology company, today announced topline results of the first clinical study of its lead product candidate, EB-001, in glabellar (frown) lines. The study achieved its objectives and confirmed both favorable safety and the expected clinical efficacy profile. EB-001 is a novel serotype E botulinumneurotoxin with a unique efficacy profile, characterized by fast … Read more
Only a limited number of registrations remain for Dentsply Sirona World in Las Vegas. With tracks including Business and Practice Management, CEREC®, Imaging, Restorative, Endodontic, Orthodontic and more, this educational festival is designed to provide the highest caliber of education to all dental practitioners, including General Practitioners and specialists. Kicking off on Thursday, Sept. 14, … Read more
Dentsply Sirona continues the popular tradition of hosting a fun run at the annual event for Dentsply Sirona World attendees. This intergalactic space race takes off on the morning of Saturday, Sept. 16, at 7 a.m. Per tradition, attendees are encouraged to arrive decked out in their favorite intergalactic gear and free their inner alien. … Read more
ABELSoft Inc., a leading provider of dental and medical practice management and clinical software, today proudly announced it has won the 2016/2017 Microsoft Dynamics Independent Software Vendor (ISV) of the Year Award for Canada. The award was achieved as a result of ABELSoft Inc. demonstrating exceptional business success by optimizing the use of Microsoft Dynamics … Read more
Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) announced today that it is accepting applications for the third annual Henry Schein Cares Medal program. The program recognizes organizations from the fields of oral health, animal health, and medicine that demonstrate excellence in expanding access to care for the underserved. The application deadline is midnight Eastern time on October … Read more