Is drug use associated with the presence of periodontitis and oral lesions? A meta-analysis
Conclusions: Drug users are more likely to develop oral lesions and periodontitis than non-users. However, the results should be interpreted with caution, considering the heterogeneity and quality of the studies included in the analysis.  (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - December 6, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news

Young Innovations Announces Acquisition of Salvin Dental Specialties
 We are pleased to announce that today, Young Innovations, a leading global supplier of dental products, announced the acquisition of Salvin Dental Specialties, Inc. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA, Salvin Dental is a leading supplier of regenerative biomaterials, surgical instrumentation, supplies and equipment specifically for implant dentistry. “I am exceptionally proud of the company we’ve built for over forty years with our valued employees, customers, and partners,” said Bob Salvin, Founder and CEO of Salvin. “We have achieved our goal of creating a business focused on providing everyth...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - December 6, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news

Heartland Dental Brings Best-In-Class Dental AI to the Nation's Leading Supported Footprint
Partnership among three industry leaders, Heartland Dental, VideaHealth, Henry Schein One, sets a new standard for patient care and operational excellence in the dental ecosystemEFFINGHAM, Ill., Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Heartland Dental, the nation ' s leading dental support organization (DSO) with over 1,700 supported practices nationwide, announced today it has selected VideaHealth, the leading dental AI software company, as its dental AI partner after a collaborative multi-year evaluation between the two companies. VideaHealth ' s strong focus on the dental clinician and their ecosystem strategy with Henry...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - December 5, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news

Introducing RC2: Retainer Club's latest technology platform for DSOs & Individual Practices to enhance patient experience and accelerate revenue growth.
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After five years of transformative breakthroughs in the orthodontic industry and serving over 30,000 patients, Retainer Club is thrilled to announce the launch of its highly anticipated RC2 platform. This revolutionary platform is set to redefine the way Dental Service Organizations (DSOs), orthodontists, and dentists serve patients, manage post-treatment care and drive growth. RC2 offers a simple approach to generate revenue and provide valuable analytics for practices to boost growth.Retainer Club President and Co-Founder, Dr. Blair Feldman, expressed excitement ...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - December 5, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news

CAD/CAM-based 3D-printed and PVS indirect bonding jig system accuracy: a systematic review, meta-analysis, and comparative analysis of hard and soft CAD/CAM transfer trays
Conclusions and implications: CAD/CAM transfer trays provide high bracket positioning accuracy, with soft transfer trays offering greater precision than rigid ones. Future randomized prospective trials are required to enhance the strength of the available evidence.  (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - December 1, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news

Associations Between Temporomandibular Pain and Biobehavioral Variables in Dental Students in Response to an External Stressor
Conclusion: Exam periods initiate readily measurable changes in the psychologic status of many students, as well as alterations in their temporomandibular pain. Higher levels of anxiety and oral behaviors during non-exam periods seem to be predictors for persisting pain.  (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - November 30, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news

Crestal strain of two-implant mandibular overdentures with implants placed at different positions: An in vitro 3D printed simulation study
ConclusionsPeri-implant crestal strains in the 2IMO increased by increasing the distance of the implants from the midline. The stress values progressively increased from 5 to 10 mm to 15 to 20 mm from midline, represented as lateral incisor, canine, and premolar positions. The distal side of the implants exhibits higher strains than the mesial side of the implants.  (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - November 29, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news

The effectiveness of Carie-Care ™, chemomechanical caries removal technique in primary teeth: randomized controlled clinical trial
ConclusionsRemoval of carious tissue in primary teeth using Chemomechanical Carie-Care ™ gel proved to be more time consuming than ART, but on the other hand it was more efficient, comfortable, and accepted by the pediatric patients.  (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - November 28, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news

Citric acid conditioning as an alternative to EDTA for growth factors release and stem cell response in regenerative endodontics: A systematic review of in vitro studies
ConclusionsThe use of 10% CA to condition dentin for 5-10 minutes resulted in a notable TGF- β1 release, but its cell responses were similar to those of EDTA.  (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - November 27, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news

Dental Offices Can Help Kids Access Dental Care Through Scrap-4-Smiles Campaign
 A child receives dental services at school from Children ’s Dental Services, a nonprofit clinic that increases access to dental care for thousands of children living in under-resourced communities throughout Minnesota with support from America’s ToothFairy.(Charlotte, NC, November 14, 2023)  – Millions of children across the United States have difficulty accessing the dental services they need to be healthy, leading to a higher incidence of tooth decay and risky infections that can bring life-long consequences.America ’s ToothFairy, an organization that increases access to pediatric dental services ...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - November 25, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news

Association between the number of teeth and incident pre-diabetes among middle-aged adults with periodontal disease: a retrospective cohort analysis of Japanese claims data
Conclusions Having fewer teeth was associated with a higher incidence of pre-diabetes. Due to the limitations of this study, however, causality remains undetermined.  (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - November 24, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news

DS Core Feature Updates: Smart controlled workflows, excellent patient communication, and advanced collaboration with partners
Dentsply Sirona announces further functions of DS Core offering smooth communication with patients and a unified ordering service. As a cloud-based solution, updates are available directly with the users ' next login.CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DS Core is an innovative platform that enables users in practices and labs to take full advantage of digital dentistry, supporting dental professionals throughout the entire treatment continuum. DS Core connects devices and services and facilitates seamless collaboration with specialists, partners and labs, while incorporating tools for personalized pati...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - November 23, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news

Angelalign Technology Inc. and Medit Corporation Unveil Seamless Software Integration, Providing Ease, Flexibility and Versatility
SANTA ANA, Calif., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Angelalign Technology Inc. (6699 HK), a leader in clear aligner technology with over two decades of history and one million smiles transformed, and Medit Corporation, a global leader in Intraoral Scanning (IOS) are proud to announce a software integration. With Medit ' s IOS and Angelalign Technology Inc. ' s intuitive iOrtho ™ treatment planning software and aligners, clinicians gain access to a streamlined, efficient, and highly accurate workflow. Both Angelalign Technology Inc. and Medit share a common commitment to open business systems, prioritizin...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - November 22, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news

Delta Dental and Dental Lifeline Network Continue their Shared Commitment to Supporting the Oral Health of America's Veterans
Ongoing partnership helps provide veterans who are elderly, disabled, or medically-fragile with life-changing dental careWASHINGTON, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of Veterans Day, Delta Dental is proud to highlight our ongoing commitment to helping ensure our nation ' s veterans have access to the oral health care they need through our partnership with Dental Lifeline Network (DLN). Since the partnership began in 2020, Delta Dental companies across the country have joined with DLN ' s Lifeline Heroes Challenge to improve comprehensive dental care for veterans in need. To da...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - November 21, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news

Roland DGA and Straumann USA Team Up to Offer World-Class Restorative Solutions
 Irvine, Calif., Nov. 20, 2023  – Roland DGA ’s DGSHAPE Americas Dental Business Group and Straumann USA, two of the most recognized and respected names in dental, are partnering to combine their collective talents and expertise to accelerate the awareness and acceptance of high-quality restorative solutions in the dental market. This new collaboration creates an exciting opportunity to provide world-class, full-service restorative solutions featuring Straumann ’s implant solutions and DGSHAPE ’s DWX Dental Mill...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - November 21, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news