DDS

Benevis Celebrates "Happy Healthy Smile Month" in Honor of Dental Hygiene and Orthodontic Health

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

This special month of recognition coincides with Dental Hygiene Month and Orthodontic Health Month, emphasizing the crucial roles that both dental hygiene and orthodontia play in achieving a lifelong, confident smile.

Key Points: 
  • This special month of recognition coincides with Dental Hygiene Month and Orthodontic Health Month, emphasizing the crucial roles that both dental hygiene and orthodontia play in achieving a lifelong, confident smile.
  • The observance of "Happy Healthy Smile Month" underscores the importance of maintaining comprehensive oral health practices that contribute to a confident and radiant smile.
  • Dental Hygiene Month serves as a reminder of the significance of good oral hygiene practices, while Orthodontic Health Month highlights the benefits of orthodontic treatment in achieving a well-aligned and healthy smile.
  • 'Happy Healthy Smile Month' is an opportunity for us to underscore the importance of dental hygiene and orthodontic health as key pillars in achieving that goal.

Dimension Inx Announces First Surgical Cases Utilizing CMFlex™ Synthetic Bone Graft - The First 3D-printed Regenerative Bone Graft Product Cleared by the FDA

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

CHICAGO, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dimension Inx , a biomaterials platform company, today announced that CMFlex™, the first 3D-printed regenerative bone graft product with FDA approval, has been successfully used in its first clinical cases.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dimension Inx , a biomaterials platform company, today announced that CMFlex™, the first 3D-printed regenerative bone graft product with FDA approval, has been successfully used in its first clinical cases.
  • CMFlex is a 3D-printed synthetic bone graft used for various bony defects in oral and maxillofacial surgical applications.
  • Dimension Inx combines these base materials into a proprietary, microstructurally porous composite material, Hyperelastic Bone®, as first published in Science Translational Medicine in 2016.
  • CMFlex is currently available to a limited number of key surgeons with a broader release to follow later in 2024.

Americans May Forgo Dental Treatments Due to Cost, Risking Overall Health, New Synchrony Research Reveals

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

STAMFORD, Conn., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Costs are a major factor impacting American's dental care, according to new study results from Synchrony, a leading consumer financial services company, conducted on behalf of the company's leading dental financial solution, CareCredit. Synchrony's Lifetime of Dental Care Costs study interviewed more than 1,000 insured and uninsured Americans between the ages of 20 and 79 about annual out-of-pocket dental costs and the financial, emotional, and psychological effects surrounding those costs.

Key Points: 
  • "People should be able to access their routine dental care when they need and want it."
  • The report found that more than half (58%) of consumers expressed that dental care is not affordable, and for those living without dental insurance, that number rose to 75%.
  • Additional care, like dental implants, orthodontia or more complex needs, could costs tens of thousands of dollars per procedure.
  • The "Lifetime of Dental Care Costs" study was performed by ASQ360 Market Research and Stephens & Associates on behalf of Synchrony.

Geistlich Pharma AG Executive Chairman, Dr. Andreas Geistlich, Honored with AAOMS Special Citation Award

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Monday, October 2, 2023

"We're proud to have Dr. Andreas Geistlich recognized by AAOMS with a Special Citation during the Opening Ceremony."

Key Points: 
  • "We're proud to have Dr. Andreas Geistlich recognized by AAOMS with a Special Citation during the Opening Ceremony."
  • "Dr. Geistlich, the Geistlich Family and Geistlich Pharma AG are all prominent supporters of AAOMS and our larger specialty.
  • The Special Citation Award was presented to Dr. Andreas Geistlich, at the 105th Annual AAOMS Meeting Opening Awards Ceremony on September 20, 2023, in San Diego, CA.
  • The AAOMS Board of Trustees Special Citation Award is a testament to the dedication, impact, and unwavering commitment of Geistlich to the OMS community.

Dr. Irfan Atcha and New Teeth Chicago Dental gets an award in Best in Illinois Magazine

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Friday, September 29, 2023

CHICAGO, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Leading Implantologist Dr. Irfan Atcha, DDS & New Teeth Chicago Dental Implant Center. was recently recognized for his work with patients and got featured in BEST in Illinois magazine. He was selected to win a Top Doctor award as Chicago's Top Implant and Cosmetic Dentist and America's Best Dentist over the last 8 years. The Best in Illinois feature is based patient reviews, experience and reputation and a thorough overview of the nominated dental practices. The coveted 2023 award/feature is a testament to the hard work and dedication the Chicago area's most well-known dental implant specialist puts into his practice. "I am honored to be recognized for my achievements in this field," says Dr. Atcha. "I couldn't have done it without my wonderful staff and my generous patients who reviewed me for this award."

Key Points: 
  • Dr. Irfan Atcha, DDS DICOI of the New Teeth Dental practice in Chicago, recently won an award for cosmetic dentistry and dental implants and get featured in Best in Illinois magazine.
  • CHICAGO, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Leading Implantologist Dr. Irfan Atcha, DDS & New Teeth Chicago Dental Implant Center.
  • was recently recognized for his work with patients and got featured in BEST in Illinois magazine.
  • The ever-growing dental implant practice/center in Chicago, Illinois specializes in state-of-the-art dental implant procedures.

New Report: Discrimination and Socioeconomic Factors Contribute to Persistent Oral Health Disparities in US

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

CareQuest Institute for Oral Health ®, a leading national nonprofit focused on creating a more accessible, equitable, and integrated oral health system, released new data showing that discrimination and socioeconomic factors are leading contributors to persistent oral health disparities in the US.

Key Points: 
  • CareQuest Institute for Oral Health ®, a leading national nonprofit focused on creating a more accessible, equitable, and integrated oral health system, released new data showing that discrimination and socioeconomic factors are leading contributors to persistent oral health disparities in the US.
  • Furthermore, the experience of discrimination in oral health care showed a significant correlation with economic variables.
  • For instance, individuals lacking dental insurance were almost twice as likely to report discrimination in oral health care (11%) compared to those with dental insurance (6%).
  • Adults identifying their race/ethnicity as “other” were also more likely to report experiencing discrimination in the oral health care setting.

Skoulas DDS - The SF Cosmetic Dentist of San Francisco Announces New Website

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Skoulas DDS - The SF Cosmetic Dentist, a premier dental clinic in San Francisco, CA, is pleased to announce the launch of a new and enhanced website at https://www.skoulasdds.com. The new website offers a streamlined design and user experience, making it easier to find the information that you need. It also has a variety of new features, including a more user-friendly design, a list of services offered, a blog, and more relevant content.

Key Points: 
  • Skoulas DDS - The SF Cosmetic Dentist, a premier dental clinic in San Francisco, CA, is pleased to announce the launch of a new and enhanced website at https://www.skoulasdds.com .
  • SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Skoulas DDS - The SF Cosmetic Dentist, a premier dental clinic in San Francisco, CA, is pleased to announce the launch of a new and enhanced website at https://www.skoulasdds.com .
  • Skoulas DDS - The SF Cosmetic Dentist is a highly awarded dental practice that specializes in cosmetic dentistry and advanced dental care.
  • Services provided by Skoulas DDS - The SF Cosmetic Dentist include:
    Sedation dentistry: Dental sedation, conscious sedation, and IV anesthesia for dental procedures.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Kari Blankenship as a Pinnacle Life Member for her contributions to the Field of Dentistry

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Friday, September 22, 2023

PLANO, Texas, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Kari Blankenship is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Life Member for her contributions to the Field of Dentistry.

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  • PLANO, Texas, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Kari Blankenship is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Life Member for her contributions to the Field of Dentistry.
  • She finished her formal education and training with rotations at the MD Anderson Cancer Center and gained experience in meeting the needs of medically compromised patients.
  • They provide advice and instruction on taking care of the teeth and gums and on diet choices that affect oral health.
  • She asserts that she has never grown tired of helping people bring out the best that their smiles have to offer.

Keysight Launches Next-Generation Vector Signal Generator for Dense Wideband Multichannel Applications

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Monday, September 18, 2023

Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS) introduces a new compact, four-channel vector signal generator (VSG) capable of signal generation up to 8.5 GHz with 960 MHz of modulation bandwidth per channel.

Key Points: 
  • Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS) introduces a new compact, four-channel vector signal generator (VSG) capable of signal generation up to 8.5 GHz with 960 MHz of modulation bandwidth per channel.
  • The N5186A MXG is the next-generation high-performance VSG in Keysight’s X-Series signal generator portfolio , offering the multiple, individually complex signals needed for dense wideband multichannel applications.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230918281561/en/
    The Keysight N5186A MXG Vector Signal Generator delivers multichannel capabilities in a 2U size that saves up to 75% of rack height.
  • By providing consistent and repeatable results, the N5186A MXG vector signal generator is an ideal solution for a broad range of commercial and aerospace defense applications.

DEXIS Launches FDA 510 (k) Cleared ORTHOPANTOMOGRAPH™ OP 3D™ LX Featuring Multiple New Innovations

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Monday, September 18, 2023

Built on OP 3D technology, the OP 3D LX introduces expanded 3D diagnostic capabilities with:

Key Points: 
  • Built on OP 3D technology, the OP 3D LX introduces expanded 3D diagnostic capabilities with:
    The next generation of DEXIS cone beam technology.
  • "With the addition of OP 3D LX in their practice, doctors will be able to enhance their diagnosis, planning, and treatment offerings for a wide range of patients and diagnostic needs."
  • DEXIS has brought together some of the most recognized CBCT brands in the industry, including Instrumentarium, SOREDEX™, Cranex, Gendex™ and the well-known i-CAT™.
  • The OP 3D LX offers flexible FOV options ranging from 5(H) x 5(D) cm up to 15(H) x 20(D) cm – the largest FOV option on the DEXIS OP 3D platform to date.