| AAID Implant Insight |
| May 20, 2010 |
New treatment may speed healing after tooth extractions
DentalPlans
Tooth extractions can be one of the most dreaded dental experiences many people go through, but a new treatment that is gaining popularity in many dental offices could help reduce the painful after-effects of the surgery.More
Stem cells of body lead to tooth regeneration
Dentistry IQ
People who have lost some or all of their adult teeth typically look to dentures, or more recently, dental implants to bridge the gap between a toothless appearance. But this appearance can have a host of unsettling psycho-social ramifications and a tooth-filled grin that is not without pain and discomfort.More
Propeptide's normal role in healthy bone ID'd for the first time, shown to help bone development
Dentistry IQ
Dr. Philip Trackman, professor of periodontology and oral biology at Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine, and his team identified for the first time the normal role of the lysyl oxidase propeptide in healthy bone formation. "We're showing that LOX-PP naturally interferes with the effects of an important bone growth factor, effectively slowing the growth of pre-osteoblasts, cells that will ultimately make bone," Dr. Trackman says.More
Cross coding -- A new way to increase your value
Dentistry IQ
"There are risks and costs to a program of action. But they are far less than the long-range risks and costs of comfortable inaction." This quote by President John F. Kennedy speaks volumes to me. "Comfortable inaction" is a description of how so many people lead their lives. I firmly believe one's life can be improved by exchanging "comfortable" for the work and risk-taking required to step outside the box and make a difference. Making that difference can often change and improve the lives of others.More
What medical tourists are going abroad for
International Medical Travel Journal
RevaHealth.com has unveiled some interesting figures on the treatments U.K., Irish, U.S. and Canadian medical tourists consider going abroad for. The data is based on enquiries for treatment not actual travel and only covers people who have used their website. Although statistically flawed, it does provide some insight into consumer intent in April 2010 and over the last 12 months.More
Computer-assisted design and manufacture of implants in the late reconstruction of extensive orbital fractures
Facial Plastic Surgery
Drs. Olivier Lieger, Robin Richards, Mingjun Liu, and Tim Lloyd explain how to evaluate the use of computer-assisted designed and manufactured (CAD/CAM) orbital wall and floor implants for late reconstruction of extensive orbital fractures.More
In the dentist's chair a sniff of local anesthetic could replace the needle
Medical News Today
Modern dentistry has eliminated much of the "ouch!" from getting a shot of local anesthetic. Now a new discovery may replace the needle used to give local anesthetic in the dentist's chair for many procedures.More
New model for investigating tobacco/oral cancer link developed by NYU College of Dentistry, Penn State
Medical News Today
Although tobacco use is widely understood to be one of the leading causes of oral cancer, research on the prevention of tobacco-related oral cancer in experimental animals has traditionally been limited to examining the impact of synthetic carcinogens manufactured especially for cancer research, rather than on observing the effects of carcinogens that occur in tobacco smoke.More
New website to help seniors fight gum disease
DentalPlans
For many seniors, dental problems are a part of aging. Gum disease is one of the most prevalent dental health problems faced by the elderly, and is among the most common causes of tooth loss.More
B'lore: Advance partial jaw replacement
Mangalorean
Bringing the movie Face Off to life, Rajarajeshwari Dental College and Hospital in Bangalore performed this feat on a 22-year-old man. Due to an accident the person's jaw was completely destroyed and he was unable lead a normal life.More
Register for bone grafting course
AAID News Desk
Be sure to register for AAID's Bone Grafting Course to be held at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio, June 25-26. This hands-on course offers 17 hours of continuing education credits. More information is available online. You may register online or print out a registration form and fax it to AAID at 312-335-9090.
This course combines lectures and laboratory sessions featuring hands-on experience for bone grafting utilizing cadaver heads. The lectures focus on:
During the supervised laboratory sessions, participants will review anatomical landmarks and perform procedures demonstrated by the lecturers. Registrants will be provided a list of instruments to bring to the course.More
'Catch the Wave of Success' at AAID Southern District Meeting
AAID News Desk
Register today for AAID's Southern District Meeting that will be held June 10-12, at the historic Jekyll Island Club on Jekyll Island, Ga. Register online or print out a registration form and fax to 312-335-9090.
The meeting has "Catch the Wave of Success" as its theme, and you will learn from the experts how to build your implant practice. Those who have been successful will share their secrets with you.
Cindy Rothenberg, RDH, BS, will cover such topics as:
She will be joined by AAID credentialed members including Drs. Joel Rosenlicht, Olivia Palmer, Brian Jackson, and Adam Foleck sharing their secrets to success in transforming their practices into profitable dental implant practices.More
Honored Fellows Nominations now being accepted
AAID News Desk
The AAID Honored Fellows Committee is seeking nominees for the 2010 Honored Fellow designation. Nominees should have distinguished themselves and colleagues through professional, clinical, research or academic endeavors. They should have achieved noteworthy accomplishments within the field of implant dentistry and distinguished themselves through support of AAID.Those eligible to be nominated are voting members in good standing for at least eight years.
Nominations can be submitted using an online nomination form and individuals are also encouraged to nominate themselves for this prestigious designation. July 1, is the deadline to submit nominations.More
Benefits of AAID credentials for your patients and your practice
AAID News Desk
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