MYDENT INTRODUCES SENSOR SLEEVES HAUPPAUGE, NY February 23, 2009— Mydent International has introduced Defend® Digital X Ray Sensor Sleeves. The disposable plastic sleeves protect valuable digital imaging equipment and help prevent…

New From Perio Protect FDA cleared Perio Trays® deliver and maintain antimicrobials subgingivally to kill bacteria causing gum disease. Scanning electron microscopy analysis shows that 99.98% of periopathogens in a 6mm pocket are…

New pink handled ultrasonic inserts at Parkell Parkell, Inc. is pleased to announce that they are now offering a new line of pink handled soft grip ultrasonic inserts. Designed to protect the operator from vibration and heat transfer, the…

MYDENT INTRODUCES Trap Ez DISPOSABLE FILTERS HAUPPAUGE, NY February 6, 2009— Mydent International has introduced Defend® Trap Ez Disposable Filters. Trap Ez filters reduce the possibility of infection and contamination in evacuation…

Next generation cancer screening device introducedHOUSTON, TX February 4, 2009 — Houston based Trimira™ LLC has introduced Identafi™ 3000, a small, cordless, handheld device that can detect oral cancer. The device uses a three wavelength…

 

Scientists Find Gene for Tooth EnamelDiscovery might someday lead to new dental techniques TUESDAY, Feb. 24 (HealthDay News) A gene that plays a role in immune function and the development of skin and the nervous system also controls the…

The State Of The Tooth Chicago Area Residents Talk Dental24 Feb 2009 The Chicago Dental Society (CDS) recently polled more than 300 Chicago area residents to find out how the economy is affecting their choices about dental care and learn

Genetic Discovery Could Lead to Advances in Dental TreatmentCORVALLIS, Ore. – Researchers have identified the gene that ultimately controls the production of tooth enamel, a significant advance that could some day lead to the repair of…

SCIENTISTS IDENTIFY LAB MADE PROTEINS THAT NEUTRALIZE MULTIPLE STRAINS OF SEASONAL AND PANDEMIC FLU VIRUSESScientists have identified a small family of lab made proteins that neutralize a broad range of influenza A viruses, including the…