News Archives - Decisions in Dentistry

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.

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.

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.

Immune System Plays Role in Caries and Restoration Breakdown

May 16, 2019 0

The body’s immune system likely plays a role in the development of caries and breakdown of dental restorative materials, according to a new University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry study. When neutrophils become activated by bacteria in the mouth, these white blood cells release enzymes …

Goccles® Announced as Winner of 2019 Edison Best New Product Silver Award™

May 16, 2019 0

Pierrel Pharma S.r.l. received recognition from the Edison Awards™, a prestigious organization known for acknowledging innovation, creativity, and ingenuity in the global economy, for its advanced, early oral cancer screening device: Goccles®.

Kettenbach GmbH Celebrates 75 years

May 15, 2019 0

Kettenbach GmbH celebrated its 75th anniversary on May 2.

CWRU Dental Researchers Receive $4M to Study Senior’s Oral Health Treatment

May 14, 2019 0

Researchers from Case Western Reserve University’s School of Dental Medicine in Cleveland have received a $4.2 million grant from the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute to study treatments for dental caries in older adults. The team will examine if two treatments are comparatively effective: …

Georgia School of Orthodontics Announces Appointment of New Director Of Research

May 12, 2019 0

Georgia School of Orthodontics (GSO) has appointed John W. Stockstill, DDS, MS, as director of research. Stockstill currently serves as assistant director of research at GSO, and has played a crucial role in the development and success of the school’s Institute for …

SIU SDM Receives Grant to Treat Pediatric Patients

May 10, 2019 0

Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine (SIU SDM) has received a $2 million grant from the Illinois Children’s Healthcare Foundation. The grant will allow SIU SDM to build an operatory suite with general anesthesia capabilities for children with special treatment needs in the …