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Dr. Raman Bedi to exclusively represent Oragenics' oral care products

Florida-based biopharmaceutical leader Oragenics, Inc. has appointed renowned international oral care authority Dr. Raman Bedi to serve as exclusive representative for the company’s award-winning line of oral care products to the Middle East.

1 Sep 2009

HOYA Conbio to feature premium dental lasers at LVI Global's first branch in Brisbane

HOYA ConBio, a global leader in dental and aesthetic lasers, today announced an agreement with The Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI) Global, an internationally renowned provider of post-graduate dental education, to feature premium dental lasers at LVI Global's first branch in Brisbane, Australia. Effective November 1, this new partnership builds on HOYA ConBio's long-standing involvement at LVI Global's headquarters in Las Vegas.

31 Aug 2009

Study reveals effectiveness of BioElectronics' ActiPatch therapy device for treating heel and foot pain

BioElectronics Corp. (PINKSHEETS: BIEL), the maker of inexpensive, disposable drug-free anti-inflammatory devices, today announced the completion of an important clinical study on heel and foot pain, which was led by David Genecov, M.D. FACS FAAP.

27 Aug 2009

Importance of access to oral health care emphasized

Kool Smiles, a leading general dentistry provider for kids and parents, opened the doors to its newest location in the Bashford area of Louisville, KY.

26 Aug 2009

MicroRNAs in saliva could aid in the detection of oral cancer

Researchers continue to add to the diagnostic alphabet of saliva by identifying the presence of at least 50 microRNAs that could aid in the detection of oral cancer, according to a report in Clinical Cancer Research, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research.

26 Aug 2009

MicroRNAs present in saliva could be used to detect oral squamous cell carcinoma

A new study published by researchers at the UCLA School of Dentistry substantiates the effectiveness of measuring the microRNAs present in saliva to detect oral squamous cell carcinoma. Like hall monitors in an elementary school, microRNAs are the molecules produced by cells that simultaneously asses the behavior of multiple genes and control their activity.

25 Aug 2009

Cadent completes $15 million financing round

Cadent, the leading provider of 3-D digital solutions for the orthodontic and dental industries, today announced the completion of a $15 million round of financing. This financing was led by new investor Fortissimo Capital and included participation from current investors in the company.

25 Aug 2009

Recently diagnosed young adults with blood-related cancers have better long-term survival rates

A new analysis has found that adolescents and young adults who were recently diagnosed with blood-related cancers have better long-term survival rates than those who were diagnosed in the 1980s. Published in the November 1, 2009 issue of Cancer, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society, the study indicates that significant advances have been made in the treatment of 15 to 24 year-olds with leukemias and lymphomas; however, survival rates in this age group are still lower than those seen in younger children.

24 Aug 2009

Microbiologists discover new therapies for human respiratory syncytial virus and influenza A virus

A cellular molecule that not only can sense two common respiratory viruses but also can direct cells to mount a defense has been identified by microbiologists at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.

24 Aug 2009

Scientific advancement in treating blood-related cancers leads to better survival rates

A recent analysis has found that adolescents and young adults who were recently diagnosed with blood-related cancers have better long-term survival rates than those who were diagnosed in the 1980s.

24 Aug 2009

Innovative marketing idea brings in more dental patients

Dentists, orthodontists and dental practitioners haven’t had much to smile about recently. According to an annual survey by JPMorgan, 84 percent of dentists said the economy was having a negative impact on their practices and 72 percent believe the economy will impact their business 12 months out. With dental offices closing across the country, many practitioners are trying new dental marketing avenues to find new patients. One method that’s proving successful: Purchasing a mailing list and sending out direct mail.

21 Aug 2009

Patterson Companies records 6% year-on-year sales growth in first-quarter

Patterson Companies, Inc. today reported consolidated sales of $789,579,000 for the first quarter of fiscal 2010 ended July 25, an increase of 6% from $743,859,000 in the year-earlier quarter. The strong performance of technology offerings in the dental equipment business, as well as higher sales of veterinary supplies, helped offset the impact of the weak economy on other portions of Patterson’s business. Acquisitions, net of negative foreign currency adjustments, accounted for the majority of the first quarter sales growth. Net income was $45,057,000 or $0.38 per diluted share, compared to $45,964,000 or $0.39 per diluted share in the first quarter of 2009.

20 Aug 2009

Novel microRNA plays a major role in invasive breast cancer development

Research led by Suresh Alahari, PhD, Associate Professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans, has shown for the first time that a tiny piece of RNA appears to play a major role in the development of invasive breast cancer and identified a gene that appears to inhibit invasive breast cancer.

20 Aug 2009

New non-toxic and environmentally friendly method for making tiny nanorods of zinc oxide

A non-toxic and environmentally friendly way to make tiny nanorods of zinc oxide has been developed for the first time by researchers in Saudi Arabia. The approach, described in the current issue of the International Journal of Nanoparticles, could allow the nanorods to be used safely in medical and for other applications.

19 Aug 2009

Dental neglect may indicate wider child neglect and abuse

A new policy urging dentists to check for tell-tale signs of neglect when treating children with severe oral disease has been published.

19 Aug 2009

Cancer Institute of New Jersey expands hospital network

Enhancing its strong presence as a statewide leader in cancer care and providing patients with additional access to cancer programs, The Cancer Institute of New Jersey (CINJ) Network of hospitals has formally welcomed Mountainside Hospital as its newest Clinical Research Affiliate.

12 Aug 2009

Canadian health care system may be getting 'bum rap'

Amid the debate about reforming heath care in the United States, it's tough to turn on your television these days without hearing a political ad condemning the Canadian health care system.

11 Aug 2009

Ten exceptional health professionals have unique opportunity to influence health reform

Ten exceptional health professionals have been selected as Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health Policy Fellows for 2009-2010. The ten fellows will utilize their wide range of academic, public health, clinical and community-based experience to provide health policy leadership on Capitol Hill to improve health and health care.

3 Aug 2009

NHS on the cards for an ailing Australian health system

A new report is recommending a Federal takeover of the Australian public health and dental system - the report by the National Health and Hospitals Reform Commission (NHHRC) says the health system is under strain and in need of a new prescription.

27 Jul 2009

Fresh meats often contain additives harmful to kidney disease patients

Uncooked meat products enhanced with food additives may contain high levels of phosphorous and potassium that are not discernable from inspection of food labels, according to a study appearing in an upcoming issue of the Clinical Journal of the American Society Nephrology (CJASN). This can make it difficult for people to limit dietary phosphorous and potassium that at high levels are harmful to kidney disease patients.

26 Jul 2009

Dentistry News and Research

Latest Dentistry News and Research

Dr. Raman Bedi to exclusively represent Oragenics' oral care products

HOYA Conbio to feature premium dental lasers at LVI Global's first branch in Brisbane

Study reveals effectiveness of BioElectronics' ActiPatch therapy device for treating heel and foot pain

Importance of access to oral health care emphasized

MicroRNAs in saliva could aid in the detection of oral cancer

MicroRNAs present in saliva could be used to detect oral squamous cell carcinoma

Cadent completes $15 million financing round

Recently diagnosed young adults with blood-related cancers have better long-term survival rates

Microbiologists discover new therapies for human respiratory syncytial virus and influenza A virus

Scientific advancement in treating blood-related cancers leads to better survival rates

Innovative marketing idea brings in more dental patients

Patterson Companies records 6% year-on-year sales growth in first-quarter

Novel microRNA plays a major role in invasive breast cancer development

New non-toxic and environmentally friendly method for making tiny nanorods of zinc oxide

Dental neglect may indicate wider child neglect and abuse

Cancer Institute of New Jersey expands hospital network

Canadian health care system may be getting 'bum rap'

Ten exceptional health professionals have unique opportunity to influence health reform

NHS on the cards for an ailing Australian health system

Fresh meats often contain additives harmful to kidney disease patients

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