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From the Dentistry Forum: Lifespan of a Crown-Restored Tooth

Steven, a member of the Dentistry Forum, recently had full ceramic crowns completed on some of his front teeth, but he was confused by the instructions his dentist gave him after the procedure. Steven writes, “I just had a restoration with Procera zirconia on upper front teeth. The doctor said I should avoid biting with them.” I did my best to answer his question, but I would like to hear your experiences after having a posterior or anterior crown placed. Are you able to enjoy foods the same way as you did before you had your crowns done? Are there certain foods that you now avoid because of your crowns? We all know that obvious food such as candy should be avoided … Read Full Post

Brrrrr… Are Your Teeth Chattering Today?

I’m not sure about the rest of you, but where I live it’s a whopping -17 degrees farenheit today! One of the first things that happens to me in the cold is shivering, followed by the chattering of my pearly whites. Have you ever wondered why your teeth chatter when you’re cold? Have a look at this video to find out why!

Dentists Urged to Stop Using Product Manufactured by Rite-Dent

US Marshals, acting under a court order issued by The Food and Drug Administration (FDA), seized $208,910 worth of dental products manufactured by Rite-Dent on January 5th and January 6, 2011. The company, located in Florida, received a warning letter from the FDA back in 2005 citing numerous infractions in the manufacturing facility and was investigated as recently as November 2010. According to the press release issued by the FDA, seized products include Alginate Impression material, Ultra Impression Material, Enamel Bonding System, Pit and Fissure Chemical Curing Sealant , Tooth Shade Resin Material, Cavity Varnish, Polycarboxylate (PCA) Cement, and Zinc Phosphate Cement. The FDA also stated that the manufacturer neglected to obtain FDA marketing approval or clearance for a device called the Ultra Impression System. … Read Full Post

SECOND "PROS IN THE PROFESSION" WINNER SELECTED

Crest Oral-B have selected Trudy Meinberg from the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) College of Dentistry, Department of Surgical Specialties as the second recipient of their Pros in the Profession award program.

About.com’s Top 10 Dental Stories of 2010

You are bound to run into a plethora of “Top Ten of 2010” lists, but I can assure you, these top dental stories of 2010 are worth the read. … Read Full Post

Effects of pregnancy on oral health

Even though most people are aware that good oral health is essential for the overall health of both mother and child, misunderstandings about the safety of dental care during pregnancy may cause pregnant women to avoid seeing their dentist. Dentists can, however, create a treatment plan that is safe, effective and essential for combating the adverse effects of oral disease during pregnancy.

Personal challenges and advice to dental students

Dr Raymond Gist (DDS 1966) interviewed while president-elect of the American Dental Association (ADA). On October 13, 2010 he became president of the ADA.

My path to dentistry

October 13, 2010
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My path to dentistry

Dr Raymond Gist (DDS 1966) interviewed while president-elect of the American Dental Association (ADA). On October 13, 2010 he became president of the ADA.

Why organized dentistry? The future of the profession

Dr Raymond Gist (DDS 1966) interviewed while president-elect of the American Dental Association (ADA). On October 13, 2010 he became president of the ADA.

Convocation 2010

October 11, 2010
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Convocation 2010

Speaking at the UM School of Dentistry’s annual convocation, Dr Ira Lamster outlined how dental education and the practice of dentistry will continue to evolve. The “borders” that have separated the practice of dentistry and the practice of medicine are likely to continue to intersect. That, in turn, will have a significant impact on how dentistry is taught and the way dentistry is practiced in the future, according to Dr. Ira Lamster, dean of Columbia University’s College of Dental Medicine.