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Second face transplant operation in Nordic countries performed in Finland

HELSINKI, Finland: The second face transplant procedure in the history of the Nordic countries was performed earlier this year in the Hospital District of ...

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Tested and Reviewed, Part 2: megasmile’s Sonic Black Whitening II

When it comes to toothbrushing, consumers and dentists are confronted with such a vast range of choices and new products entering the market on a monthly ...

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ICD: Honoring the world’s leading dentists since 1920

The International College of Dentists (ICD) will celebrate its centennial in 2020. The ICD is the oldest and largest honor society for dentists in the world...

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Interview: “What can we expect from implant dentistry?”

The fourth Euro Implanto congress, which took place on 26 and 27 April in Nice in France, returned to the amazing Palais de la Mediterranée, right on the ...

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Australian Dental Association still opposed to possible health fund merger

CANBERRA, Australia: With a population already struggling with poor oral health, the planned merger between HBF and HCF, two of Australia’s largest ...

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Digitising your implant practice

Undoubtedly, digital dentistry is the current topic. Over the last five years, the entire digital workflow has progressed in leaps and bounds. There are so ...

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Single developmental rule explains complexity of molar development

TEMPE, Ariz., U.S.: Mammalian teeth come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. Their particular dimensions and form are the process of millions of years of ...

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Study shows student access to personal microbiome data increases class engagement

PROVO, Utah, U.S.: Researchers from Brigham Young University (BYU) in the U.S. have found that students are more engaged in course material and learning ...

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Free webinar to focus on periodontal charting

ZURICH, Switzerland: In an upcoming free webinar on Tuesday, 8 May, periodontal expert Dr Eric Thevissen will be discussing periodontal charting as a ...

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Planmeca and Ortoplus join to simplify orthodontic manufacturing process

HELSINKI, Finland: When it comes to intra-oral scanning, a smooth workflow and ease of use are top priority. With this in mind, a new collaboration between ...

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Genetic mutation from last ice age linked to shovel-shaped incisors

BERKELEY, Calif., U.S.: Scientists have been puzzled by the evolutionary adaptation behind a common tooth trait of northeastern Asians and Native Americans:...

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Dentsply Sirona introduces Word of Mouth editorial site

YORK, Pa., U.S.: The purpose of Dentsply Sirona’s new platform, Word of Mouth, is to share inspirational content, innovations and world-class science with...

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ICD—Honouring the world’s leading dentists since 1920

The International College of Dentists (ICD) will celebrate its centennial in 2020. The ICD is the oldest and largest honour society for dentists in the ...

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Minority children most at risk of dental caries

HYATTSVILLE, Md., U.S.: Research has shown that dental caries is the most common chronic disease among young people living in the U.S. aged 6–19. ...

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Success evaluation of N2 treated teeth with open apical foramen—A retrospective study

95 teeth with open foramen were identified in a general dentist practice during the years 1985—2006, 75 of which could be followed-up by X-ray after an ...

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3D Endo Software, glide path management and WaveOne Gold

Radiographic imaging forms an essential part of the diagnosis, treatment planning and follow-up, in modern endodontics. 1 Cone beam computer tomography ...

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Smile research could lead to redesigning of facial recognition technology

BRADFORD, UK: According to a recent study, it is not only the obvious physical features that help to distinguish men from women, but also some subtler ...

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Obesity in New Zealand may be connected with negative effects on oral health

NEW PLYMOUTH, New Zealand: With its good weather and outdoor-focused style of life, it seems unexpected that obesity would be an issue in New Zealand. ...

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Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs provide more effective dental pain relief

CLEVELAND, U.S.: Safe and effective pain management is an important topic for dental practitioners. Opioid and nonopioid analgesic agents are among the ...

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Use of diode laser in the treatment of gingival enlargement during orthodontic treatment

In recent decades, we have witnessed the substantial development and expansion of the use of fixed orthodontic appliances. While their application has many ...

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Dental tourism negatively impacts New Zealand’s health care system

DUNEDIN, New Zealand: Overseas travel for dental treatment is said to be the most prevalent form of medical tourism. Up until now, medical tourism has been ...

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New tax on medical devices will hurt small businesses, says ADIA

CANBERRA, Australia: The Australian Dental Industry Association (ADIA) has this week reported that small businesses will be hit particularly hard by a new ...

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Webinar to focus on tooth shade in modern restorative dentistry

NEW YORK, U.S.: In daily practice, the shade of a tooth’s surface guides practitioners’ decisions. In a free Dental Tribune Study Club webinar on ...

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IDEM 2018 took clinical excellence to the next level

SINGAPORE: The tenth International Dental Exhibition and Meeting (IDEM) successfully concluded after three days of exhibition, meetings, conference papers ...

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Dr. Walser Dental receives industry prize for seventh year running

LEIPZIG, Germany: Since 2006, the Germay-based publishing house Huber Verlag für Neue Medien has held the national INDUSTRIEPREIS awards for advanced ...

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Dental health inequalities most apparent in young children

GOTHENBURG, Sweden: Despite the fact that the Swedish government has provided free dental care to children and young people for decades, research has shown ...

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Researchers develop new means to treat incipient dental caries

WASHINGTON, U.S.: Prevention is always the best place to start when talking about dental care; however, many patients would be thrilled to have access to an...

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Free webinar to focus on new method in laser endodontics

NEW YORK, U.S.: When it comes to endodontic treatment, elimination of the microbial flora from the root canal system is a primary focus. In a free Dental ...

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Planmeca makes new appointments within Plandent

HELSINKI, Finland: In seeking to strengthen Planmeca’s management and to support its distribution business, the Finland-based company has recently ...

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3Shape connects with sleep apnoea and bruxism device manufacturer SomnoMed

COPENHAGEN, Denmark: To offer a simpler, more effective and quicker workflow, 3Shape recently announced a new collaboration with sleep apparatus producer ...

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