News 02 June 2022
Orthodontic practice partnership organization, Bond Orthodontic Partners, has launched its new platform to offer support. The platform will assist practices with scaling up for growth. Bond currently...
Market 02 June 2022
The global market for dental x-ray is expected to grow to $6,143.3 million by 2030, after attaining a 2021 value of $1,892.6 million, according to a report by market analysts, Prescient &...
Orthodontics 01 June 2022
Authors: Linda Sangalli, Fernanda Yanez Regonesi, Diego Fernandez Vial, Isabel Moreno Hay
Mandibular advancement device (MAD) is recognized as a treatment option for the management of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in mild to moderate cases and/or patients unable to tolerate PAP therapy....
Restorative dentistry 01 June 2022
Immediate or delayed dentin sealing with or without flowable resin reinforcement
Co-authors: A. Comba, F. Florenzano
IDS (immediate dentin sealing) consists of applying a dentin bonding agent (DBA) immediately after dentin preparation, to avoid contamination with oral fluids and impression or provisional...
Dental AI solution firm, Overjet, won FDA 510(k) clearance for the company’s Caries Assist software. The AI-backed software detects dental cavities and outlines them as an assist during patient...
The Blind Spot 31 May 2022
JDE Joins Other Dental Journals in Coordinated Focus on Oral Health in America
Dental education should update both its curriculum and delivery methods to prepare oral health professionals to succeed as part of multi-disciplinary health care team serving an increasingly diverse U.S. population—and, ultimately, to improve oral health
The articles were published as part of a coordinated initiative among four dental journals to draw attention to, and provide fresh insights about, a 2021 report, Oral Health in America: Advances and...
News 31 May 2022
Lisa Ward, experienced in strategic communications, will take on the role of vice president of communications at the Association of Dental Support Organizations. Ward was appointed to head...
Orthodontics 30 May 2022
Author: Aleksandra Komogortseva, Leopoldo P. Correa
The comorbidity between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is high. Approximately one in four patients with clinically diagnosed TMD has polysomnographic-diagnosed...
May 20, 2022 by AACD Executive Office
The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) announced the newest members to be elected to AACD volunteer leadership positions at the Annual Membership Meeting held April 29, 2022, at the Annual...
The Donated Dental Services (DDS) program from Dental Lifeline Network provides comprehensive donated dental treatment to vulnerable individuals with disabilities or who are elderly or medically fragile. Since its launch in 1985, DDS has provided over $50
With more than 7,000 patients currently on the national DDS waitlist, ADA President Dr. Cesar Sabates asked dentists nationwide to volunteer to see at least one patient a year.“Our impact as...
News 29 May 2022
Restorative dentistry and prosthetics provider, National Dentex Labs, has opened the doors to its new corporate headquarters. The Jupiter, Florida-based facility includes corporate offices, a dental...
Authors: Salvatore Ranieri, Giuseppina Laganà, Elisabetta Cretella Lombardo, Paola Cozza
The International Classification of Sleep Disorders (ICSD) placed the Obstructive Apnea (OSA) in the sleep-related respira- tory disorders section. The term OSA refers...
The Blind Spot 27 May 2022
ADA Webinar: In-office plans can help dental practices offer affordable options for patients
Retaining Patients for Life with Recurring Revenue streams June 14
A free ADA webinar on June 14 will discuss how in-office patient membership plans — also known as direct primary care agreements — are empowering dental practices to compete with traditional...
News 27 May 2022
University of the Pacific’s Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry has launched the Center for Innovation and Translation to drive new clinical research partnerships supporting the oral and overall health of people in the United States and beyond.
The school will bring together internal and external collaborators to develop innovative practices and translate clinical research to improve oral health care.The Dugoni School’s location in the...
Maker of disposable devices to mitigate oral evacuation, Dove Dental Products, has released its new product to reduce the movement of aerosols during care involving dental instruments. Dive’s Aero...
News 26 May 2022
The global market for biobanking is expected to grow, based on a report by market analysts, ResearchAndMarkets.com. Sources for biobanking continue to diversify and grow.As medical and dental care...
Oral surgery 23 May 2022
Authors: Octavian Fiore, Carla Cinquegrana, Elisabetta Vignudelli, Giuseppe Corinaldesi
The definition of “kissing molars (KMs)” refers to a condition in which two or more permanent mandibular impacted molars are in tight contact with the respective occlusal surfaces inside the same...
Over the past few years, 3D cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) has become increasingly important in orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning. 3D imagery has helped orthodontists get an accurate assessment of their patient’s teeth with the goal of cr
Aligners and Artificial IntelligenceThe growing orthodontics market is driving even greater demand for more effective, yet still comfortable, treatment options. Clear aligner manufacturer 3D Predict...
Market 22 May 2022
Author: Luigi Campopiano
Saving for retirement can be difficult, especially since your savings goals depend on several factors: current age, age at which you plan to retire, how much you expect to spend each year in...
News 22 May 2022
AI dental company, Overjet, will partner with DSO Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics, based in Oklahoma and Texas. The collaboration will bring Overjet’s platform to Jefferson’s dental...