Who knew? Apparently plaque endures decomposition better than hair and nails so scientists no longer have to destroy bone to perform chemical testing for DNA or other compounds. Skulls from humans that had bad hygiene provide a whole new material to test. One that lasts and is hard to remove – that’s right: plaque! Scientists at the University of Nevada can now test the protein found in the plaque to determine dietary habits of humans whose remains that date back to medieval times. Us dental peeps have had run-ins with tenacious plaque but this 1000 year old collection gives new meaning to the term! Click here to read the PR from the University of Nevada.  (pic courtesy of this press release)

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China Connection 2012 Report Available

by teresaduncan on May 6, 2012

The Anaheim Group has released “China Connection—2012,” a 611-page compilation of the products shown at the 2012 China South Dental International Expo meeting in Guangzhou, China. This report covers products and services from more than 700 high-tech dental firms and laboratories based in China, Korea, and Taiwan.

“China Connection—2012” provides each company’s contact information, along with color pictures of its products. The products highlighted range from lasers to dental units to disposable hand pieces. Dental company executives looking for an offshore supplier or wanting to understand or anticipate their competition will find this a valuable, time-saving reference.

The report is offered as a download for $150 or on a CD for $175, which includes shipment anywhere in the world.  If payment is not made by credit card at time of order, there is an additional $10 handling charge per order.  To order, email dentalfax@dentalfax.com or send fax to 866-634-9332.

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American Academy of Implant Dentistry Sues Texas Dental Board

May 3, 2012

AAID Challenging Constitutionality of State Restrictions on Advertising Dental Implant Credentials CHICAGO, May 2, 2012 – The American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) has filed a lawsuit in U.S. District Court in Austin seeking to invalidate a Texas regulation that severely restricts dentists from advertising their bona fide AAID credentials in implant dentistry.  In 2009 [...]

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ADIA Webinar: Budget Basics for the Dental Team

May 3, 2012

Open to everyone! Join us on Monday May 7th @ 8pm EDT Budget Basics for the Dental Team Presented by Christine Taxin Setting up your budget is the first in many steps you need to take to protect your business.  Whether you’re a participating provider with several plans, not participating at all, or wondering whether you should [...]

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Neoss Introduces New Tapered Implant at the Annual AO Meeting

April 10, 2012

Neoss Inc. is pleased to announce the prelaunch of the new Neoss Tapered Implant at the AO in Phoenix, AZ on March 1. Following on from the success of the Neoss ProActive® surface, the Neoss Tapered Implant is also compatible with the existing components of the Neoss range. Neoss, who pride themselves in research and [...]

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ADIA Webinar: The “WOW” Approach by Vavi Bohbot

April 6, 2012

April 9, 2012 8:00 – 9:00 PM EST Click here to register Where does the “WOW” approach start? At the first “Hello”, at the first “Hand Shake”, at the first “Smile”? If your practice wants to be able to convince clients to say “YES” to high end dental treatment, than this Webinar will help you think outside the box. [...]

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Rita Zamora: Facebook Marketing Advice You Can Use

April 5, 2012

Rita Zamora just wrote a great post about the value of your Facebook fans. The situation she describes is happening more and more with dental office Facebook pages as doctors and managers turn to marketing techniques that focus on quantity vs. quality. Our industry is – and should remain – a relationship-focused one. Read what [...]

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‘Extreme Makeover’ Dentist — I Secretly Collect the Teeth Of My Celebrity Patients

April 4, 2012

Interesting. Just found this in my email – from TMZ :  ‘Extreme Makeover’ Dentist — I Secretly Collect the Teeth Of My Celebrity Patients 5 minutes ago by TMZ Staff Dr. Bill Dorfman – a world famous dentist who treats some of the biggest stars on Earth — tells TMZ he keeps a “secret stash” of the teeth he’s [...]

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Interesting Events in Washington State: WDS & CDWS

April 2, 2012

The group Concerned Dentists of Washington State (CDWS) have just posted on their Facebook page news of their latest interaction with the Washington Dental Service (WDS). The CDWS have asked to discuss matters regarding insurance decisions with the WDS. However WDS has asked for each dentist at the meeting to sign a non-disparagement clause. Read all about it on their FB [...]

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Lanmark360 Provides Facebook Timeline Tutorial For Pages

March 20, 2012

The change is coming whether you’re ready for it or not! Let Lanmark360 walk you through how to create your page’s Facebook Timeline. Wouldn’t you rather be ahead of the curve than catching up to it? Lanmark360

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