MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'dental association'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:14:25 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4549827&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F03%2F04%2Fcelebrate-dental-assistants-recognition-week-march-6-12%2F Bibby Library celebrates Dental Assistants Recognition week. This event is a joint effort of the American Dental Assistants Association, the American Dental Association, the Canadian Dental Assistants Association and the Canadian Dental Association to acknowledge and recognize the Dental Assistant. If you are an Eastman Institute for Oral Health Dental Assistant, we hope you’ll stop [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4549827 Fri, 04 Mar 2011 15:42:21 +0100 4549827 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4205938&cid=t_198809_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fdental-fillings-and-birth-defects-what-moms-to-be-should-know%2F2010.11.26 Although the first trimester of pregnancy is sacred, there will be patients who will encounter problems at that time. During the first trimester, the brain and the central nervous system develops from 6 to 10 weeks, a time period commonly known as organogenesis. To minimize the risk of developing birth defects, medications and invasive procedures are usually postponed until the arrival of the second trimester. A recent article in the October 2010 issue of Ob.Gyn. News reported some disturbing findings: Dental fillings in the first trimester were linked to the development of a cleft palate. A cleft palate is a birth defect that has a slit in the roof of the mouth because it failed to close during the first trimester. The article by Susan London described a study in Norway where pregnant wo... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4205938 Fri, 26 Nov 2010 20:00:00 +0100 4205938 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4134023&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F11%2F03%2F5-things-you-should-do-right-now-with-your-iphone-or-itouch%2F 5 things you should do right now with your iPhone or iTouch! 1. Get the mobile version of the Medical Center Libraries website – In Safari, search for Miner Library – our mobile page will load. To save to your home screen, locate the + sign on the bottom of the screen and select “Add [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4134023 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 20:15:16 +0100 4134023 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3946590&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F09%2F08%2Fbisphenol-a-and-dental-sealants-the-evidence%2F Researchers at Children’s Hospital in Boston recently conducted a systematic review examining the existence of Bisphenol A in dental materials and assessing potential health risks. This chemical is thought to cause problems with reproduction and development. The study, cited by sources such as CNN and HealthDay News recommends continued use of these dental products, with [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3946590 Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:47:06 +0100 3946590 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3943025&cid=t_198809_150_f&fid=35777&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPharmalot%2F%7E3%2FciVEK-I929s%2F Last December, the Senate Finance Committee’s Chuck Grassley sent letters 33 medical advocay groups, including the American Medical Association, the American Cancer Society, the American Heart Association and American Academy of Family Physicians for details about the money they and their board members received from drug and device makers (background here). The move came several months after Grassley and his staffers discovered that the National Alliance on Mental Illness received sizeable pharma donations while also conducting lobbying efforts with drug makers and pushing legislation that benefits these companies. Since then, NAMI has posted that sort of info on its web site (look here). But what about the others? Well, The Chronicle of Philanthropy has done an update by checking in wit... Pharmalot blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3943025 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 15:14:41 +0100 3943025 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3581735&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F05%2F19%2Fread-critical-summaries-of-systematic-reviews-from-the-ada%2F Wondering how medication effects orthodontic tooth movement? Or if antibiotics used at the time of implant placement prevent complications? Here is a way to get valid answers, fast; bookmark the American Dental Association’s Evidence Based Dentistry portal. In addition to its database of systematic reviews of oral health topics, the ADA provides one-page, concise, user-friendly [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3581735 Wed, 19 May 2010 13:55:45 +0100 3581735 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3404023&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F03%2F25%2Fread-summaries-of-systematic-reviews%2F Wouldn’t it be nice if you could find all the systematic reviews pertaining to dentistry in one place?  You can! The American Dental Association (ADA)  Evidence Based Dentistry website includes a database of systematic reviews in oral health. The reviews may be found by searching the site or using the ADA’s drill down topic menu. Even [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3404023 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 17:08:39 +0100 3404023 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3239702&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F02%2F03%2Feastman-dental-featured-in-ada-sesquicentennial-book%2F Several  former Eastman Dental staff, faculty and alumni are featured in the American Dental Association’s (ADA) new book,  150 Years of the American Dental Association, A Pictorial History 1859-2009. In coffee-table style format, the book is the culmination of efforts to collect historical dental images and stories to celebrate 150 years of the ADA. Eastman dental’s contribution [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3239702 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 22:43:34 +0100 3239702 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3075572&cid=t_198809_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2009%2F12%2F09%2Fsen-grassley-questions-more-nonprofits%2F We can’t help but note that the other shoe dropped on nonprofit agencies (as we predicted back in April) and their lack of disclosure and transparency about their funding sources. Will anybody really be surprised to find that 50% or more of many of these organization’s budgets come directly or indirectly from a pharmaceutical company? The list of organizations that Sen. Grassley sent a letter to is even more extensive this time around and, while including big organizations like the American Cancer Society, the American Dental Association and the American Psychological Association, it also includes smaller organizations like the Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD), Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance, NARSAD, Screening for Mental Health ... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3075572 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:12:01 +0100 3075572 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2748034&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=38161&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalheroes.com%2Fdental-blogs-the-week-in-review-august-24-30-2009%2F It’s time for the third installment of “Dental Blogs: The Week in Review.” If you missed last weeks post, you can view it here: Dental Blogs: The Week in Review (August 16-23, 2009). So, without further ado, here’s the weekly roundup of interesting blog posts from around the Dental Blog Community for the week of August 24-28, 2009. The List 1) Sonicare To Launch Flexcare+ @ ADA Meeting In Hawaii – Teresa Duncan, of The Dental Implant Blog, announced the launch of Philips Sonicare FlexCare Plus electric toothbrush at this year’s annual session of the American Dental Association in Hawaii. Clinical studies have shown some promising results… 2) ADA Membership? Not for One in Four Dentists Jim Du Molin and Julie Frey, of TheWealthyDentist.com recently ... Dental Heroes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2748034 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 02:36:39 +0100 2748034 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2804094&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=38880&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.brooksidedental.com%2Fblog%2Fseattle-vocational-institute-annual-giving-campaign SEATTLE VOCATIONAL INSTITUTE GIVING CAMPAIGN The Seattle Vocational Institute is beginning its Annual Giving Campaign to support the Dental Assistant students at SVI. Educated and motivated students are the key to a productive society. That is the primary reason that SVI has focused on providing a quality education in the dental field with longterm career possibilities to over fifty graduates of this program each year. It is hoped that as many people as possible can donate to this well run program which trains minority students and students of color for jobs as dental assistants. The majority of the Seattle Vocational Institute students are low-income, minority students who rely on financial aid and scholarships to be able to attend school. The SVI dental assisting program has maintained a... Brookside Dental's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2804094 Wed, 26 Aug 2009 23:47:22 +0100 2804094 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2611058&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F07%2F16%2Famerican-dental-association-seeks-questions%2F Do you have a clinical question that needs an answer? Have you come across a situation where a scientific analysis of the literature would complement your treatment decisions? The ADA encourages you [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2611058 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 18:37:51 +0100 2611058 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2588340&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=38161&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalheroes.com%2Fjournal-of-the-american-dental-association-jada-top-100%2F The Special Libraries Association has recently name The Journal of the American Dental Association, commonly known as JADA, to the list of the top 100 most influential journals of biology and medicine. In Good Company JADA was the only dental journal to make the prestigious list. JADA is joined by other well-known professional medical journals such as The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), The New England Journal of Medicine, The British Medical Journal, etc. According to the ADA, the following describes the selection process: As part of its centennial celebration this year, SLA’s Biomedical and Life Sciences Division conducted a poll of its 686 members of record to come up with the list. For the sake of uniformity and fair comparison, only journals of original resea... Dental Heroes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2588340 Fri, 10 Jul 2009 02:11:20 +0100 2588340 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2259655&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fada-launches-evidence-based-dentistry-website%2F Check out www.ebd.ada.org to find some great information on evidence-based dentistry. From systematic reviews and summaries to clinical recommendations and ideas, the site provides a wealth of information – free! What is evidence-based dentistry? Click here to find out. Press Release (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2259655 Wed, 11 Mar 2009 14:49:27 +0100 2259655 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2259632&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F03%2F10%2Fada-launches-center-for-evidence-based-dentistry-web-site%2F I am excited to announce the all new Evidence-Based Dentistry web site from the American Dental Association, prepared by dentists for dentists and their patients.  This site provides access to the most current and clinically relevant information. Nicely organized by three categories, the site brings together: A Database of systematic reviews—Organized by topic, currently over 1300 reviews, [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2259632 Tue, 10 Mar 2009 17:45:59 +0100 2259632 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2207470&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F02%2F23%2Frecognize-your-dental-assistant%2F The American Dental Assistants Association will celebrate National Dental Assistants Recognition Week from March 1-7, 2009. This event, which is also recognized by the  American Dental Association, the Canadian Dental Assistants Association and the Canadian Dental Association, calls for recognition of the dedicated work of dental  assistants. This year’s theme is One Team, One Goal: Improving Oral [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2207470 Mon, 23 Feb 2009 20:42:45 +0100 2207470 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2167485&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fhappy-give-kids-a-smile-day%2F Children’s caries is on the rise. Through the ADA’s Give Kids a Smile program, dentists, hygienists, and dental professionals across the nation are battling this problem by providing free dental care to underprivileged children. Some big names in oral healthcare products and dental technology have joined the crusade, as well. In honor of National Children’s Dental Health Month, DentalBlogs interviewed American Dental Hygienist Association President, Diann Bomkamp. What you need to know: The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry’s press release last month states that most caregivers do not recognize how diet, sharing utensils, and other factors can impact oral health. They don’t know that starches are as prone to promote cavities as are sugars. In addition, most careg... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2167485 Fri, 06 Feb 2009 16:07:54 +0100 2167485 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2158029&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F02%2F04%2Fdoes-treating-gum-disease-reduce-the-incidence-of-preterm-birth%2F Previous research has suggested a link between periodontal disease and premature birth.  Consequently, pregnant woman have been encouraged to undergo periodontal treatment to reduce these risks. However, recent studies conducted at the Univeristy of North Carolina’s School of Dentistry revealed no significant differences in pregnancy outcomes when study participants received treatment, as compared to those participants [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2158029 Wed, 04 Feb 2009 15:45:37 +0100 2158029 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2130091&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F01%2F23%2Fcelebrate-national-childrens-dental-health-month%2F Each February the American Dental Association sponsors National Children’s Dental Health Month (NCDHM) to stress the importance of oral health. The ADA has provided a NCDHM resource page that includes downloads for children and caregivers. Here are some other resources to help you promote this celebration and provide information for patients and caregivers. About.com:  tips for [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2130091 Fri, 23 Jan 2009 19:01:33 +0100 2130091 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2125240&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fswedes-nix-amalgam-in-dentistry%2F Across the gobe, heat is rising for mercury. Not a national dental board, but the Swedish government has decided mercury will not be used in the country. This, of course, means no more dental amalgam in Sweden. With the recent (2008) lawsuit that prompted the FDA to swap sides regarding amalgam safety, is American next in line for a national amalgam ban? The Swedish government’s decision came on January 15th, and on the 16th, the American Dental Association produced a statement that said a mercury ban isn’t necessary in the US. Here’s why: Only 30% of fillings placed in America are amalgam. Eighty percent of waste amalgam is captured by dental offices, and because many dentists use amalgam separators, the rate of capture can be as high as 99%. The US EPA, a significant... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2125240 Thu, 22 Jan 2009 18:55:51 +0100 2125240 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2063168&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2008%2F12%2F22%2Fthe-secret-of-dental-coding%2F Bibby library  has acquired the 2009-2010 edition of the American Dental Association’s (ADA) Current Dental Terminology along with “The cdt Companion“. These reference materials will assist staff  when applying dental code to clinical situations. Included are practice scenarios to help develop coding skills, a glossary, and a question and answer section. The books are available to borrow [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2063168 Mon, 22 Dec 2008 18:56:54 +0100 2063168 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2029544&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2008%2F12%2F10%2Fada-dental-practice-management-resources-at-bibby-library%2F The American Dental Association has donated an entire set of practice management and marketing resources to the Eastman Dental Center. The collection includes approximately 20 publications covering all aspects of running a dental practice. These materials are shelved in Bibby library and may be borrowed for two weeks.  We hope you will enjoy these valuable resources. Posted in [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2029544 Wed, 10 Dec 2008 21:04:08 +0100 2029544 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1985836&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2008%2F11%2F24%2Fwhat-you-should-know-about-oral-health-literacy%2F Three resolutions were adopted by the ADA house of delegates at the annual meeting in October.  These resolutions recognize the importance of Oral Health Literacy and support the goal of ensuring that dental patients receive  “clear, accurate and effective communication”. Health Literacy is defined as “the degree to which individuals have the capacity to obtain, [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1985836 Mon, 24 Nov 2008 15:32:13 +0100 1985836 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1977423&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2008%2F11%2F19%2Fsmoking-and-oral-health%2F Great American Smokeout Day is Thursday, November 20 For more than 32 years on the third Thursday of November, the American Cancer Society has helped and inspired Americans to quit smoking. Below is a list of resources to share with your patients, friends and family, to better understand the dangers of smoking and oral [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1977423 Wed, 19 Nov 2008 21:10:40 +0100 1977423 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1962565&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2008%2F11%2F14%2Fhealthcare-quality-and-healthcare-disparites-reports%2F The 2007 National Healthcare Quality Report and National Healthcare Disparities Report indicate disparities in oral health care quality, access, and utilization for children. Since 2003, the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality has produced an annual National Healthcare Quality Report and National Healthcare Disparities Report.  These studies are a “report card” on the Nation’s health.  Several [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1962565 Fri, 14 Nov 2008 16:09:04 +0100 1962565 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1922178&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2008%2F10%2F31%2Fada-report-on-medicaid-symposium%2F In June of 2008, the ADA’s Council on Access, Prevention and Interprofessional Relations (CAPIR) conducted a one-day Medicaid symposium at it’s headquarters in Chicago. The purpose of the symposium was to provide background information for attendees of the Access to Dental Care Summit, which is scheduled for March 2009. The primary goal of the Symposium [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1922178 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 17:15:39 +0100 1922178 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1905785&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Famerican-dental-association-files-suit-against-mccainpalin%2F Sometime in the 1970s, the ADA coined the slogan, “Drill, baby, drill!” When the phrase was tested in Oregon in 2002, it was supposed to promote dental visits. Needless to say, it went over like a lead balloon. Thoughts of the dental drill don’t sit well with most people. So the ADA has never promoted the term in advertising. However, they retain the right to do so because the words are the intellectual property of the ADA. The McCain/Palin campaign uses, “Drill, baby, drill!” in relation to energy. Vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin said in a recent speaking engagement that “Sink and exploratory well, baby, sink and exploratory well,” just doesn’t have the same ring. And she’s right. The crowd responded with “Kill the ADA!&#8... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1905785 Fri, 24 Oct 2008 12:52:07 +0100 1905785 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1901337&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fpennsylvania-dentists-must-look-for-love-outside-the-office%2F In the state where “Virtue, Liberty, and Independence” is the motto, dentists and dental care professionals can no longer date their patients. The State Board of Dentistry and Pennsylvania Dental Association disagree on the new ruling. The Board has deemed that sexual misconduct is defined as such: “[a]ny sexual conduct with a current patient, including words, gestures or expressions, actions or any combination thereof, which are sexual in nature, or which may be construed by a reasonable person as sexual in nature.” If a PA dentist, hygienist, or EFDA is going to date a patient, with consent of both parties, that patient must switch dentists and be a registered patient at another dental practice or have not been seen by the dentist for three months. Pennsylvania D... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1901337 Thu, 23 Oct 2008 13:48:16 +0100 1901337 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1889387&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2008%2F10%2F20%2Foral-health-the-public-speaks%2F The American Dental Association, in collaboration with Crest and Oral-,B conducted a national public opinion survey on oral health care.  The survey represented  1,000 Americans ages 18 and older, living in the continental United States. The survey focused on the following areas: The public’s perceptions of their oral health care, with a special focus on African [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1889387 Mon, 20 Oct 2008 15:04:33 +0100 1889387 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1877221&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2008%2F10%2F14%2Fblog-action-day-oral-health-and-poverty%2F Wednesday, October 15th is the second annual Blog Action Day. This event aims to unite the world’s bloggers, podcasters and videocasters to post about the same issue on the same day with the goal of raising awareness, triggering global discussion, and making a difference. This year’s theme is POVERTY. Blog Action Day calls for all bloggers [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1877221 Tue, 14 Oct 2008 19:47:51 +0100 1877221 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1786792&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2008%2F09%2F12%2Ffirst-ever-world-oral-health-day%2F The FDI World Dental Federation, the worldwide, authoritative and independent voice of the dental profession, has announced that the first Annual World Oral Health Day will be celebrated on Friday, September 12. The aim of this day is to increase awareness for oral health, as well as the impact of oral diseases on general health, [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1786792 Fri, 12 Sep 2008 13:02:28 +0100 1786792 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1971060&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=38161&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fdentalheroes%2F%7E3%2F350086788%2F Week 2: ADA.org Last week, “Site of the Week” honors went to Dental Watch, a site dedicated to keeping the dental industry honest, both offline and on. This week, I’m featuring ADA.org, the home of the American Dental Association. ADA.org is among the top dental-related websites on the internet both in terms of popularity and in terms of credibility. Therefore, I consider it the perfect candidate for this honor. ADA.org - What’s so great about it? I like ADA.org because it’s incredibly comprehensive in nature. You would expect a professional organization like the American Dental Association to focus strictly on industry professionals. However, the consumer is such an integral part of ADA’s focus, that they’ve dedicated a significant portion of AD... Dental Heroes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1971060 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 03:28:16 +0100 1971060 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1551251&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fshould-the-ada-regulate-cosmetic-dentistry%2F The American Dental Association recognizes nine specialties that require advanced education. These are dental public health, oral and maxillofacial surgery, oral and maxillofacial radiology, oral and maxillofacial pathology, endodontics, orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics, pediatric dentistry (pedodontics), periodontics, and prosthodontics. As you are well aware, cosmetic dentistry isn’t on the list. A survey at DPR World asks whether cosmetic dentistry should become a board-certified specialty. At present, the votes are split almost perfectly, with 51% saying yes and 49% saying no. While many dentists actively pursue regular CEs in esthetics, any GD can hang a shingle touting “cosmetic dentist.” And because cosmetics accounted for about $500K per practice annually... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1551251 Sat, 28 Jun 2008 05:03:33 +0100 1551251 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=903404&cid=t_198809_97_f&fid=35050&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FPharmaGazette%2F%7E3%2F161152511%2Fwrigleys_gets_ada_seal_of_appr.html You can now chew gum with your dentist's approval but only if it's Wrigley's. The American Dental Association has awarded Wrigley sugar free gums, Orbit, Extra and Eclipse its seal of approval.ADA approval was based on studies, partially funded and submitted by Wrigley's itself, that those 3 specific gums prevent cavities, reduce plaque and strengthen teeth. Chew the gum for 20 minutes after eating and you increase your saliva production. Saliva helps neutralize and wash away plaque and bathes teeth in minerals like calcium, phosphate and fluoride which help strengthen teeth and prevent cavities.The controversy arises in the Wrigley's paid the ADA $36,000 to submit its studies material, spends $35,000 to $40,000 per year in promotion of the ADA and spends $25,000 t... PharmaGazette blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=903404 Tue, 25 Sep 2007 17:36:49 +0100 903404 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=727259&cid=t_198809_125_f&fid=34822&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fwordpress%2FnshA%2F%7E3%2F132691673%2F 2007 ADA Annual Session: September 27-30 Moscone Center, San Francisco Scientific Sessions: Thurs., Sept. 27-Sun., Sept. 30 World Marketplace Exhibition: Thurs., Sept. 27-Sat., Sept. 29 Register Today for the ADA Annual Session! Register by July 13 for your chance to win great prizes! Two (2) free round-trip airline tickets, anywhere in the continental U.S.* Tickets to “An Evening with Billy Crystal” Two (2) dinners for two at a popular San Francisco restaurant Take advantage of this special incentive to register early. Remember: Since 2004 all continuing education courses at the ADA Annual Session have been ticketed. The benefit to you is that your place is reserved for top courses presented by your favorite speakers. 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