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University at Albany Biologist Receives $3.4M to Study Fibrosis

May 24, 2019 0

Melina Larsen, PhD, an associate professor of biological sciences at the University at Albany, has received a $3.4 million grant from the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research to study the causes of fibrosis and ways to remediate the condition.

Ultradent Launches VALO™ Grand Corded Curing Light

May 23, 2019 0

Ultradent is pleased to announce the newest addition to its award-winning, innovative VALO™ curing light family, the VALO Grand Corded curing light. The new VALO Grand Corded curing light features all of the benefits of its counterpart, the VALO Grand cordless curing …

Healthy Smiles, Healthy Children: The Foundation for the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Launching New Name, Look

May 23, 2019 0

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) has announced the rebranding of Healthy Smiles, Healthy Children, its charitable arm, as the AAPD Foundation.

OU Researcher Earns Grant to Seek Longer-Lasting Dental Composite

May 22, 2019 0

Sharukh S. Khajotia, BDS, PhD, associate dean for research at the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry in Oklahoma City has received a grant from the National Institutes of Health to further his investigation into dental caries and composite restorative materials.

360 Coverage Pros Launches Dentist Professional Liability Program

May 22, 2019 0

360 Coverage Pros to offer new insurance option in rapidly changing marketplace for dental malpractice insurance.

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Environmental Factors, Not Genetics, May Be Cause of Dental Caries

May 21, 2019 0

A paper published in Pediatrics has found genetic makeup does not predispose individuals to dental caries.

Alerting Patients of Periodontal Disease Risks Can Improve Oral Hygiene

May 21, 2019 0

Warning patients of their risks of periodontal diseases may improve their oral hygiene, according to a study published in the Journal of Periodontology.

Palmero Introduces Safety Eyewear Products

May 20, 2019 0

Palmero Healthcare, a Hu-Friedy subsidiary, is pleased to announce two new additions to the Provision® Safety Eyewear product line that will provide dental practitioners and patients with critical eye protection during routine bonding procedures.

ADA to Host Elder Care Symposium

May 20, 2019 0

The American Dental Association (ADA) will host its first Elder Care Symposium from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Friday, June 28 at 211 East Chicago Ave., Chicago.

Low-Income, Minority Families More Likely to Report Negative Experiences at Dentist

May 18, 2019 0

When it comes to pediatric patients, minority families and those with low incomes have been found to have more negative experiences at the dentist than higher-income, Caucasian and English-speaking families, according to a new study from University of California, Irvine.

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