Antimicrobial Film Could Revolutionize Common Dental Procedures
Three million people in the United States currently have dental implants, and every year that number increases by about 500,000. But, for some, getting a dental … more
Dental Procedures
Unnecessary Dental Procedures Being Done for Bonuses
Dentists working for corporate clinics and health insurers are being incentivised to churn through patients and administer so-called “drill and fill” dentistry, according to industry … more
Orascoptic’s HDL Prismatic Telescopes Perfect for Exacting Procedures
Orascoptic™, the leader in superior vision solutions for dental professionals, is excited to announce their new line of HDL™ prismatic telescopes; including their first and … more
Antibiotics Prior to Procedures May Be Helpful in Preventing Infections
New American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) criteria specify when it may be appropriate to consider antibiotic administration prior to various dental procedures to prevent … more
Dental Fillings Equal Mercury Exposure
Dental surface restorations composed of dental amalgam, a mixture of mercury, silver, tin and other metals, significantly contribute to prolonged mercury levels in the body, … more
Can Hygienists Diagnose A Cavity?
No says the Ontario regulations, and those of many Canadian and US jurisdictions. Yes says a new study in Scotland which tested the ability of … more
IV Sedation Training for Dentists
From PR.com – July 31, 2011 www.SedationConsulting.com The nation’s leading provider of continuing education and training on the administration of sedation for dental and medical … more
Guidelines Issued for Antibiotic Prophylaxis With Implanted Heart Devices
Laird Harrison February 17, 2011 — Dental patients should not take prophylactic antibiotics simply because they have pacemakers or implanted defibrillators, according to a new … more
Go green, save mold…. Most patients don’t need antibiotics before dental procedures to prevent infective endocarditis
American Heart Association scientific statement DALLAS, April 20 – Taking a precautionary antibiotic before a trip to the dentist isn’t necessary for most people, and … more