VOTE WITH YOUR MOUSE or MEECES!!

Have tried endlessly to get the folks at OH to migrate this blog platform to a stronger social media software, but my emails have long been filtered into folder “IGNORE WITH EXTREME PREJUDICE”…..one thing, I’d donate a kidney for is a polling mechanism to truly take the pulse of Canadian dental care givers……..I think it … Read more

Yes, there is an endo god and his name is Markus Haapasalo

For once, the use of files, or new files, or one file, or a twisted file, or a new obturating material, or a Teflon obturation material, or the sealer du jour or the handpiece du jour is not the focus of an industry related, industry driven, royalty or honorarium linked publication and the article under … Read more

“Gag me with a spoon (excavator)” may no longer be a concern

By Chelsey Levingston (I presume) – Middletown Journal May 15, 2011 …… Image via Wikipedia …..On April 15, PharynMed signed an agreement with the university with a two-year option to license the gag-reflex device.  Read entire article Related articles He swallowed what? – JAM (fellowshiproom.org)

So what’s new in dentistry?

The following is from the University of Minnesota CE programming, entitled “What’s new in Dentistry?” Do you agree?  Consider, ripping, mixing and burning your thoughts in the comments section. Benefits/Objectives   The 2011 program will show you how to:  detect oral cancer–do the new screening techniques/adjuncts really work? deal with patient stress related to TMD … Read more

Custom-Fit Mouth Tray for Teeth Bleaching May Improve Oral Health of Senior Citizens

Caregiver & Elder Care News  ‘We’ve noticed through whitening patients’ teeth… as they bleached, their teeth got squeaky clean and their gingival health improved.’ Additionally,when health problems or medications cause xerostomia,or dry mouth, the lack of saliva reduces the mouth’s natural protective mechanisms. These problems lead to plaque accumulation, cavities and periodontal disease, and could … Read more