Dentistry Today

APRIL 16, 2024

DDS Lab (DDS), one of the largest full-service dental laboratories in the world, today announced the commencement of operations out of its new state-of-the-art, full-service dental laboratory based in Grecia, Costa Rica. The 100,000-square-foot laboratory doubles the global manufacturing footprint of DDS Lab. In recent years, DDS’ unique business model has driven organizational growth outpacing the market.

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Ask The Dentist

APRIL 16, 2024

A common question I get is whether hydroxyapatite is FDA approved. The short answer? No, it’s not. But let’s delve deeper into why that is and what it means for you. Traditional fluoride varnishes, often used in dental offices, have garnered FDA approval as Class II Medical Devices. However, it’s crucial to understand that this approval pertains to their use as cavity liners and tooth desensitizers, not as caries preventive agents.

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Dentistry Today

APRIL 16, 2024

CDOCS, the world’s largest community of digital dentists and the leading provider of digital dentistry education, proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Dan Butterman as its new Faculty Chair. With a distinguished career spanning three decades in the dental field, Dr. Butterman brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and vision to his new role at CDOCS, where he has already been serving as an esteemed member of the Resident Faculty since 2019.

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Dental News and Technology

APRIL 16, 2024

Published: April 05, 2024 DOI: [link] Abstract Introduction The aim of this study was to compare the outcome and prognostic factors for partial and full pulpotomy in the management of mature teeth with spontaneous symptomatic pulpitis. Materials and Methods The study was a parallel double blind randomized clinical trial, 200 carious mature permanent teeth with spontaneous symptomatic pulpitis were randomized using a block randomization technique to either partial pulpotomy (n=99) or full pulpoto

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Dentistry Today

APRIL 16, 2024

Sage Dental announced that it has opened two de novo practices in South Tampa and Viera, Florida, bringing the organization to over 120 practices throughout Florida and Georgia. The opening of the South Tampa office marks Sage Dental’s fifth location in the area, while the new Viera location is the company’s 10th practice in the Space Coast region. Equipped with the latest cutting-edge dental technology, the new practices will offer a complete roster of dental services and convenient administrat

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

APRIL 16, 2024

The National Council of Insurance Legislators (NCOIL) has approved model legislation aimed at enhancing the value patients receive from dental insurance plans. Backed by the American Dental Association (ADA), this legislation introduces a dental loss ratio (DLR), ensuring transparency by disclosing the portion of premiums allocated to patient care vs executive salaries and marketing costs.

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Denticle

APRIL 16, 2024

Scottsdale, AZ (April 16, 2024) — CDOCS, the world’s largest community of digital dentists and the leading provider of digital dentistry education, proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Dan Butterman as its new Faculty Chair. With a distinguished career spanning three decades in the dental field, Dr. Butterman brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and vision to his new role at CDOCS, where he has already been serving as an esteemed member of the Resident Faculty since 2019.

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Dentistry Today

APRIL 16, 2024

Envista Holdings Corporation (NYSE: NVST ) announced the appointment of Paul Keel as chief executive officer and a member of the board of directors effective May 1, 2024. He succeeds Amir Aghdaei, who will continue to support the transition as a senior advisor. “Paul’s strong track record as CEO of a public, diversified, global innovation company makes him the right leader for Envista at this stage in our growth journey,” said Scott Huennekens, chairman of Envista. “His p

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