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Fluent Data Used in Pediatric Dentistry Study

Dentistry Today

The study, published in the August 2023 Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA), is titled “Amalgam or composite in pediatric dentistry: Analysis of private insurance claims data.” ” JADA is the nation’s premier dental journal.

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BIOLASE Enhances Education Offerings in 2024

Dentistry Today

BIOLASE also offers specialized courses in endodontics, periodontics, and pediatric dentistry to provide quality education in various areas of dentistry. BIOLASE’s principal products are dental laser systems that perform a broad range of dental procedures, including cosmetic and complex surgical applications.

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BIOLASE Announces Grand Opening of Training Facility

Dentistry Today

First and foremost, this facility will provide best-in-class education and training to dental clinicians on BIOLASE’s Waterlase all-tissue and Epic diode laser products. Waterlase all-tissue laser course offerings will focus on various dental disciplines, including restorative, periodontics, endodontics, and pediatric dentistry.

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Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 infection in asymptomatic pediatric dental patients

Dental News and Technology

Methods: The authors reviewed consecutive charts of children younger than 18 years scheduled for elective dental procedures from April 1, 2020, through August 1, 2020. Asymptomatic patients scheduled for dental procedures underwent polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing for SARS-CoV-2.

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Study shows 2% of asymptomatic pediatric dental patients test positive for COVID-19

Dental News and Technology

University of Illinois at Chicago Research News A study by a University of Illinois Chicago pediatric dentist has shown a novel way to track potential COVID-19 cases -- testing children who visit the dentist. The study looked at pediatric patients who visited UIC dental clinics for emergency dental procedures from April 1 to Aug.

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Zyris™ Announces New Operating Room Adapter (ORA) For Sedation Dentistry

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

This product is particularly valuable for dental procedures involving pediatric and special needs patients, but is ideal for any patient requiring general anesthesia. Ana Vázquez, founder of Fishers Pediatric, in Fishers, Indiana.

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The Importance of Regular Dental Checkups for Toddlers and Young Children

Polkadot Dental

Why Early Dental Visits Matter The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends that children visit a pediatric dentist by the time their first tooth erupts or by their first birthday, whichever comes first. The earlier you begin, the easier it will be to keep their teeth and gums healthy for years to come.