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Envista Smile Project Donates $50,000 to Dr. Robert Tanner Freeman Scholarship

Dental News and Technology

WASHINGTON , April 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The DTA Foundation is excited to announce that Envista Smile Project has donated $50,000 to the Dr. Robert Tanner Freeman Scholarship, which aims to increase diversity in the dental field. Envista's contribution to this scholarship aligns with its philanthropic mission–to improve the smiles and oral health of disadvantaged communities by supporting increased access to oral care and oral health education.

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How do I know if I have enough bone for dental implants?

Implantation Dental Center

How do I know if I have enough bone for dental implants? To determine if you have enough bone for dental implants, your dentist will typically conduct a thorough examination that includes X-rays and possibly a CT scan. These imaging tests will allow your dentist to assess the amount and quality of bone in the … How do I know if I have enough bone for dental implants?

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What Determines Your Tooth Decay Risk?

Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire

Do you know what determines your tooth decay risk? It’s not just how often you brush and floss – there are other factors at play. In this blog post, we will discuss the things that make some people more prone to tooth decay than others. We will also talk about ways to reduce your risk of developing cavities. So, if you’re interested in keeping your teeth healthy for life, keep reading!

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NYU Research Takes Top Honors at STAT Madness Competition

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

The STAT Madness Competition, which honors innovative research in science and medicine, chose a gel designed to fight periodontal diseases developed at the New York University (NYU) College of Dentistry as the winner of the top prize. The gel targets succinate, a molecule that heightens bone loss in the presence of periodontal inflammation. Published in Cell Reports , the research used mouse models to test the gel’s effectiveness at reducing periodontitis symptoms.