A technique that uses fluorescent markers to tag bacteria cells might offer a new solution for pinpointing a source of infection -- and the method makes it easy enough for the bacteria to be located by a smartphone camera. Researchers from The University of Nottingham and GSK Consumer... CONTINUE READING
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=6l1NDWuqXwc The concept of a flossing system that resembles miniature nunchucks might seem like the household product featured in a commercial parody on late-night TV, but GumChucks Kids, The Ultimate Attack on Plaque® is... CONTINUE READING
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bq8dJ5h4gXo A five-second treatment used safely in the U.S. for close to 80 years recently began garnering attention recently for its success in the healing process of canker sores. Debacterol® -- a topical prescription med -- generally requires only a... CONTINUE READING
[caption id="attachment_1043" align="alignright" width="127"] PRO-SYS adult antimicrobial toothbrush, coming soon, features bristles of DuPont™ Tynex® StaClean™ which contain silver and zinc antimicrobial additives designed to inhibit the growth of micro-organisms (bacteria, fungi and... CONTINUE READING
By Chuck Cohen/ Managing Director, Benco Dental [caption id="attachment_683" align="alignleft" width="112"] Mark Kaschube[/caption] Unsolicited testimonials, especially about new products, absolutely make my day. It's one of the signs of a thriving community. Here’s a terrific one from Dr. Mark... CONTINUE READING
Crosstex International, Inc. announces the launch of 8558-STERILE, a new toll-free infection control helpline, answered only by clinicians, as reported by InfectionControlToday.com. The Infection Control Helpline, open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MST, is available to anyone, not... CONTINUE READING
ABOVE: KOL Dr. Stanley Malamed speaks this morning about local anesthetics at the Benco Dental Sales Forum, Orlando, FL. The challenges of local anesthetic — patient anxiety, wasted time, overall efficacy — are legion. In an attempt to make the entire process easier for dentists and their... CONTINUE READING
By Rachel Pugh/ Marketing Communication Manager, Benco Dental Managing Director Rick Cohen began Day 2 of the Benco Dental Sales Forum, March 12 in Orlando, Fla., with a presentation of the new Benco Brand initiatives including gloves, hand pieces, and the new whitening and oral health care... CONTINUE READING
Too many Chicago dogs at the Midwinter Dental Meeting adding unwanted weight to your morning moment on the scale ? We've all been there. But handheld x-ray developer Aribex offers a plan to help you immediately feel lighter, even before you hit the gym. Get $1,400.00 rebate back for a Nomad Pro... CONTINUE READING
By Chuck Cohen/ Managing Director, Benco Dental Last week, I was privileged to visit with Dr. Shahram Moghaddam in his Weymouth office, just south of Boston. Outside, it was cold and icy; inside, it was sunny, because Dr. Moghaddam’s enthusiasm for his practice, and dentistry in general, is... CONTINUE READING