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Towards a healthy mouth with [BE YOU.]

Most of us know that proper brushing with toothpaste containing fluoride is the first step in maintaining healthy teeth and gums. Despite this, ...

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New research shows drinking affects oral bacteria

NEW YORK, U.S.: Many people enjoy a drink, and now researchers from the New York University (NYU) School of Medicine have identified that alcohol ...

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META BIOMED: An active force in Europe

A hidden champion in the field of medical technology, META BIOMED has exported its products to a European customer base through qualified distributors ever ...

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EFP set to celebrate European Gum Health Day 2018

LEIPZIG, Germany: On 12 May, the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) and 29 of its affiliated national societies will participate in European Gum ...

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Straumann reports positive growth in first quarter

BASEL, Switzerland: Continuing on from a strong 2017, the Straumann Group has reported a positive start to the first quarter of 2018. With double-digit ...

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Study finds acupuncture could help with dental anxiety

YORK, UK: Fear of the dentist is something some people suffer from more than others. With multiple reasons for dental anxiety and its effects, there is ...

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Fluoride varnish in primary dentition positively affects caries prevention

COLOGNE, Germany: Whereas caries in adults and adolescents in Germany is declining, research has found that about 14 per cent of 3-year-olds in the country ...

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VDW Endo-System promises easy root canal therapy in four steps

MUNICH, Germany: According to VDW, an innovative manufacturer in the field of endodontics, with its optimally integrated concept, delivering root canal ...

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Using CAD/CAM for a combination approach to full mouth reconstruction

Now more than ever, it behoves dentists and laboratories to work together as part of an interdisciplinary and collaborative team to coordinate treatment, ...

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Dinosaur teeth give insight into their feeding habits

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., US: Recent research has offered a new understanding of dinosaurs’ feeding behaviour by means of their tooth wear. Predatory, bird-like ...

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Researchers develop drug-filled 3-D printed dentures

NEW YORK, U.S.: It is not uncommon for denture wearers to suffer fungal infections that cause inflammation, redness and swelling in the mouth. Seeking to ...

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Expert to cover advanced technologies in endodontics in free webinar

NEW YORK, U.S.: In a free Dental Tribune Study Club webinar on Friday, May 11, endodontic specialist Dr. Stephen Buchanan will be discussing ...

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Bacteria boost antifungal drug resistance in severe childhood dental caries

PHILADELPHIA, U.S.: Some young children experience severe dental caries that resists normal therapies. According to a recent study carried out by ...

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Retrospective: Euro Implanto, all about implantology!

NICE, France: On 26 and 27 April, the fourth Euro Implanto was held at the Hyatt Regency Nice Palais de la Mediterranée. The event welcomed international ...

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Brain-guided implant reconstruction: Who makes the decisions?

It appears that there is still a great divide between those who utilise 3-D technology for dental implant planning and surgical placement of dental implants...

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66th JADR meeting to be held in Sapporo

SAPPORO, Japan: Annually, the Japanese Association for Dental Research (JADR) holds a meeting at which the top craniofacial and dental scientists convene to...

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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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