Archive for May, 2009
Google Director Christopher Theodoros Joins StemSave Senior Management Team
NEW YORK–BUSINESS WIRE–StemSaveTM, Inc., a market leader in the field of stem cell recovery and cryo-preservation, announces today that S. Christopher Theodoros has joined its senior management team. Theodoros, recently Director of Industry Relations for Google, Inc., will be responsible for leading StemSave’s growth and leadership in the biotech field as well as spearheading innovative [...]
Sports drink consumption leads to tooth erosion
Sports drinks may re-hydrate you after a workout, but they may also wreak havoc on your teeth.
Recent studies have shown that extended consumption of these types of beverages could lead to tooth erosion and other damages.
Read full story via The Auburn Plainsman
Whitening Your Teeth
Everyone from celebrities to students are making their teeth as white as possible by using a variety of treatments, including at home products and in-office sessions from dentists.
But do these treatments really work or do they cause more pain than pleasure?
One of the most common side effects of teeth whitening is tooth sensitivity, which can [...]
Shared Genetic Link Between Dental Disease Periodontitis And Heart Attack Discovered
The relationship between the dental disease periodontitis and coronary heart disease CHD has been known for several years. Although a genetic link seemed likely, until now its existence was uncertain. Now, for the first time, scientists have discovered a genetic relationship between the two conditions, a researcher told the annual conference of the European Society [...]
Building Smiles with Stem Cells
People are calling it a medical breakthrough. It’s another option for those suffering from gum disease.
“We put the stem cells in these sockets,” he said pointing out a mold of a mouth. “Then we’ll cover it and put it to sleep with a membrane.” He’s just one of 17 doctors doing so. The cells come [...]
Tooth Whitening Leads in Cosmetic Dentistry
Nearly all cosmetic dentists offer whitening treatments and the number of procedures they perform has jumped about 50 percent each year since 2005, according to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
. More people are also turning to cosmetic enhancements beyond whitening, such as bonding and veneers, which can improve both the function and appearance of [...]
Mobile dentists make visits to Prince George’s County schools
Mobile Dentists, a Michigan-based nonprofit, serves school districts in 14 states and first came to the county last spring. It offers dental care for children whose parents are either unable to afford or too busy to arrange regular dental care.
For $80 or less, depending on financial need, parents can enroll their children in the program, [...]
Patient levels for dentists hold steady
While patients may be putting off elective surgeries or are trying to cut down on prescription medications, many in the Fort Worth area appear to still be regularly visiting their dentists.
This is good news for dentists in the area, and also good for the health of patients. Dentists may be experiencing slight declines in patient [...]
Cosmetic dentistry restores patient smiles
Cosmetic dentistry is a booming business both here and in the United States, where people are giving dentists reason to smile by spending $2.75 billion U.S. on a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures. (That 2007 pre-recession statistic from the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry also indicates a 15-per-cent increase over the previous year.) Patients are [...]
Sarasota Dentist Introduces Anesthesia Reversal Agent
Sarasota Dentist Dr. Charles Crane will begin offering OraVerse, an anesthesia reversal agent, in his practice this month.
OraVerse is the only local anesthesia reversal agent that enables patients to quickly return to normal function and sensation after routine dental procedures, said Crane, a Sarasota porcelain veneers specialist.
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