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Study shows fillings may not be best treatment for childhood dental caries

LEEDS, UK: Though dental fillings are an established method of treating the presence of dental caries in permanent dentition, their usefulness for treating ...

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Smoking cessation may decrease risk of tooth loss

SÃO PAULO, Brazil: Smoking cessation has been shown to have a positive impact on the outcome of periodontal therapy. Previous reviews have addressed the ...

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Brazilian dentists offer free dental help to victims of abuse

SÃO PAOLO, Brazil: Turma do Bem is the largest specialized volunteer network in the world. The organization believes that oral health is a tool of social ...

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Smilii becomes New Zealand’s first clear aligner company

WELLINGTON, New Zealand: Up to now, clear aligner technology has been dominated by two American brands that offer their products at different prices and in ...

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Weave launches payment platform for dental practices

NEW YORK, U.S.: Weave, a Utah-based startup company and one of the fastest-growing companies in technology, has taken the opportunity at the 2019 Greater ...

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Harvard School of Dental Medicine emphasizes importance of saving natural teeth

BOSTON, U.S.: Harvard School of Dental Medicine (HSDM) has recently collaborated with the American Association of Endodontists (AAE), Boston University ...

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Cost-savings for dental tourists in Hungary are increasing

BUDAPEST, Hungary: For thousands of Europeans, the cost of dental treatment in their home countries is enough to send them packing. Hungary is a major ...

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New biodegradable rods may deliver better antibiotic treatment for periodontitis patients

HALLE (SAALE), Germany: As has been well established, the prevalence of periodontal disease globally remains quite high despite increased awareness of the ...

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ICD honors new fellows from Dominican Republic and Haiti

NEW YORK, U.S.: For the first time in its history, the International College of Dentists (ICD) has inducted a group of fellows from the Dominican Republic. ...

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Researchers link increased use of antibiotics to Parkinson’s disease

HELSINKI, Finland: Antibiotic overprescribing continues to be a major concern in dentistry. In most cases, readily prescribing antibiotics to patients ...

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Guided Biofilm Therapy to take centre stage in free webinar

Using a mixture of documentation and clinical cases, Dr Gonçalo Assis will be discussing the implementation of Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) during implant ...

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First 24-hour dental webinar hits 15,000 registrations

NYON, Switzerland: Yesterday, the Swiss Dental Academy (SDA) announced on its Facebook page that over 15,000 registrations had been counted for its ...

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Study finds regular consumption of stimulants affects saliva

VALENCIA, Spain: Studies on the effects that alcohol, tobacco and caffeine have on the biological and microbiological status of the oral cavity have shown ...

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Curious about clear aligners? Free webinar to discuss the basics

Since 2017, more than 27 clear aligner products have come on the market. With so many options, it can be difficult to know where to start. A specialist in ...

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JDR highlights importance of behavioral sciences in dentistry

ALEXANDRIA, Va., U.S.: This year marks the centennial of the Journal of Dental Research (JDR), a peer-reviewed medical journal that disseminates new ...

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Study finds chewing gum could help fight dental caries

LONDON, UK: Though the relative benefits of chewing gum are often subject to debate, a number of studies have shown that the sugar-free varieties can ...

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Recent proposal revamps Australian oral healthcare system

MELBOURNE, Australia: Australia is facing several challenges when it comes to oral health. Access and education are among some of the most significant ...

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Research institutions establish dental informatics program to improve oral health

INDIANAPOLIS, U.S.: With the goal of improving oral health for better overall physical and emotional health, Regenstrief Institute and the Indiana ...

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Interview: “The vast majority of dental professionals are still using abrasive polishing pastes”

The upcoming 24-hour webinar organised by EMS and the Swiss Dental Academy is a first in dental continuing education (CE). One of the speakers is Karen ...

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Interview: “I cannot see any drawback to erythritol if used properly”

Although air polishing with erythritol has been established as a standard mode of minimally abrasive root surface debridement, many dentists are unaware of ...

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Coca-Cola criticised by NZDA for culturally appropriating Maori language in new marketing ploy

AUCKLAND, New Zealand: New Zealand has an oral health problem. Expense is one of the main factors that prevent people from visiting the dentist, and this ...

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Danaher to offer its shareholders an Envista stock swap

WASHINGTON, U.S.: Danaher Corp. has announced an exchange offer through which its shareholders will have the opportunity to swap their Danaher stock for the...

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Immediate implants and their benefits to be discussed in free webinar

In a free upcoming Straumann Group webinar on Monday, 2 December, host Dr Abid Faqir is tackling the subject of immediate implant placement. He has a broad ...

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Labour promises free dental check-ups if elected

LONDON, UK: The UK general election is just weeks away, scheduled to be held on 12 December. In recognition of the oral health inequalities that exist ...

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California company raises funds for smart lingual appliances

IRVINE, Calif., U.S.: Swift Health Systems raised $45 million in October for its lingual “Smartwire” appliance, INBRACE. The company seeks to address ...

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Dental school establishes novel opioid-free pain management guidelines

PITTSBURGH, U.S.: Doctors continue to routinely prescribe opioid pain relievers for dental procedures. However, current evidence suggests that alternative, ...

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Journal celebrates centennial with article on how implants have influenced restorative dentistry

ALEXANDRIA, Va., U.S.: This year marks the centennial of the Journal of Dental Research (JDR). To celebrate this special occasion, the JDR is featuring a ...

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2019 ADF conference and exhibition fast approaching

PARIS, France: The annual conference and exhibition of the French Dental Association (ADF) is one of the most important events on the European dental ...

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NZDA calls on government to pass languishing water fluoridation bill

AUCKLAND, New Zealand: In a recent statement, the New Zealand Dental Association (NZDA) said it would like to see more cross-party support in parliament for...

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FDA grants first modified risk orders to smokeless tobacco products

WHITE OAK, Md., U.S.: For the first time, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized the marketing of products through the modified risk ...

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