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The Dental News of January 20, 2009


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3 women testify that Woodland dentist fondled them (The Sacramento Bee)
Dr. Mark Anderson's lawyer questioned patients' claims that they never went back to him. Three of the women who say Woodland dentist Mark Anderson touched them inappropriately in his exam room testified Wednesday in Yolo Superior Court. One told the jury that the dentist brushed her nipple with his finger. Another said Anderson slipped his hand beneath her bra and laid it on her ...

New Tool To Improve Oral Hygiene Developed By Scientists

Scientists at the University of Liverpool have developed a new dental product to identify plaque build-up in the mouth before it is visible to the human eye.

Spring Wedding Season Calls For Immediate White Teeth Measures
Yes, folks, spring is almost upon us and many a bride-to-be is preparing for the big day.There is so much prepr for a wedding that it can be overwhelming so let's just do a short review of your teeth whitening options:There are, basically, only 2 methods to...

Shaun White's Business is Red Hot (Fast Company Magazine)
His creativity and authenticity kill in the $150 billion youth market.

Beverly Hills Cosmetic Dentist Reveals All
Hilary Duff just got porcelain veneers to go over her four chipped front teethOther stars going the cosmetic smile improving route: Michael Douglas also likes porcelain veneers.Other celebs including Jon Bon Jovi, Oprah Winfrey, Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Jessica...

Mouthwash booster was funded by maker

THE academic booster of alcohol-based mouthwash yesterday conceded he had been funded by a major manufacturer of the product, in an apparent conflict of interest in the debate over its link to oral cancer.

Consultant assesses water fluoridation costs, requirements

The equipment would include a day tank, equipment scale, feed pumps, double anti-siphon devices on pump discharges, flow switch interlocks installed on high service pumps and other necessary pipes and valves.

The fluoride would have to be stored in a separate containment area when there a overflows or in the event of a burst container of the substance.

The equipment would cost between $40,000 and $50,000 for purchase and installation, according to OHM's assessment.

The chemical room would have to be 10 by 10 feet for adequate storage. The fiberglass reinforced plastic enclosure would cost an additional $25,000. The shed also includes safety eyewash stations and showers, as well as all of the necessary equipment for storage and dealing with the fumes that fluoride produces.

Giving Teeth Whitening a Bad Name?
Seems there is a company in LA called White Overnite who are milking people out of their money by ordering something for free and hitting up their credit card with a high priced item.Not only that, but they are even misrepresenting their product by claiming...

Flapping gums in dentist's office annoy silent patient

DEAR ABBY: How does one convey a message to one's dentist and his assistants that you would prefer they not discuss personal matters with each other while working on me? I recognize that they may be so ...

Beauty : Care For Your Looks Starting Today!
It is said that a thing of beauty is a joy forever. That probably explains why possessing beauty and being beautiful is one of the foremost preoccupations of human beings. Over the years, consumerism has transformed such preoccupations into frank obsession....

Fixing a Tiger's Tooth at the National Zoo

Fixing a Tiger's Tooth at the National Zoo Sumatran tiger named 'Soy' goes in for a root canal Updated 6:07 PM EST, Tue, Jan 13, 2009 How do you perform dental work on a 209 lb.


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