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Synthes, JNJ sign merger agreement for orthopaedics business

Johnson & Johnson, the world's most comprehensive and broadly-based manufacturer of health care products, and Synthes, Inc., a premier global manufacturer of orthopaedic devices, today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement whereby Johnson & Johnson will acquire Synthes for CHF159 per share, or $21.3 billion.

27 Apr 2011

Dental diagnosis and treatment for snoring and sleep apnoea

Over seven million people in Spain are at risk of developing sleep apnoea (SA), a health problem caused by obstructed air intake during sleep.

20 Apr 2011

Researchers classify chronic ulcerative stomatitis as a new autoimmune disease

In the first study investigating the origins of a little-known condition called chronic ulcerative stomatitis, researchers at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine provide evidence that an autoimmune response contributes to the painful oral sores that characterize the disease. The study findings support the classification of CUS as a new autoimmune disease.

15 Apr 2011

Oral Cancer Awareness Week aims to educate people regarding importance of early detection

The 2011 Oral Cancer Awareness Week, set for April 11-15, is intended to educate people of all ages and socio-economic levels about the risk factors and symptoms of oral, head and neck cancer and the importance of early detection.

2 Apr 2011

New book on craniosynostosis

Craniosynostosis - the premature fusion of the cranial sutures of an infant's skull - is a challenging and complex condition that can occur as part of a syndrome or in isolation.

10 Mar 2011

Study: BMP can improve dental implant success

Using a bone-creating protein to augment the maxillary sinus could improve dental implant success, according to Georgia Health Sciences University researchers.

5 Mar 2011

Platelet-rich fibrin matrix doesn't improve healing after rotator cuff repair

For years, doctors have used platelet rich plasma (PRP) to promote healing in various surgeries, but a recent study demonstrates that a type of PRP did not improve healing after rotator cuff repair.

18 Feb 2011

JDR releases research report on Osteonecrosis of the jaw

Osteonecrosis of the jaw is a debilitating bone condition that affects the jaws and occurs as a result of reduced local blood supply to the bone. The literature in this area has been severely limited since most investigations cannot evaluate sufficient numbers of afflicted individuals to accurately determine the incidence of the disease and associated risk factors.

14 Feb 2011

Published paper suggests some orthodontists may expose young patients to unnecessary radiation

Some orthodontists may be exposing young patients to unnecessary radiation when they order 3-D X-ray imaging for simple orthodontic cases before considering traditional 2-D imaging, suggests a paper published by University of Michigan faculty.

29 Jan 2011

IKEA pencils better than traditional felt tipped pens for facial, head surgery, two surgeons say

IKEA pencils are better at marking out cuts in the bone for facial and head surgery than traditional felt tipped pens, say two surgeons in the Christmas issue published on bmj.com today.

9 Dec 2010

Children's Surgical Centre offers no-cost surgery for children with frontoethmoidal meningoencephalocele

Frontoethmoidal meningoencephalocele is a type of facial malformation that is rarely seen in developed countries, but is quite common in many Southeast Asian countries, occurring in 1 of every 5,000 live births.

20 Nov 2010

Misonix to introduce OsteoSculpt for facial bone surgery at EACMFS Congress

Misonix, Inc., a developer of state of the art, ultrasonic medical device technology, which worldwide is used for acute health conditions, has announced its attendance and exhibition at the 20th Congress of the European Association for Cranial-Maxillofacial Surgery (EACMFS), which was held recently in Bruges, Belgium.

16 Nov 2010

Botox beneficial for cosmetic dental treatment

A significant majority of dental implant patients are older with facial aging and their dentists may need to consider the benefits of rejuvenation techniques, such as Botox, for maximizing the cosmetic outcomes of the procedure, according to a leading cosmetic surgeon speaking at the American Academy of Implant Dentistry annual meeting.

25 Oct 2010

FDA clears Orthovita's VITOMATRIX Bone Graft Substitute for dental procedures

Orthovita, Inc., an orthobiologics and biosurgery company, announced that it received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to market VITOMATRIX Bone Graft Substitute as a bone grafting material in certain dental procedures.

4 Oct 2010

Crocker Ventures announces acquisition of TMJ Implants

Crocker Ventures today announced that it has acquired TMJ Implants of Golden, Colo., the leading manufacturer of implants for the treatment of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder.

29 Sep 2010

SensAble expands dental lab presence in Germany

SensAble Technologies Inc., a leading provider of dental restoration design and fabrication solutions, 3D modeling software and haptic devices, announced that it has appointed Antonius Koester, GmbH & Co, KG as its first dental reseller in Germany - and named R+K CAD/CAM Technologie, GmbH & Co., KG, as the first German Authorized Production Center partner.

17 Sep 2010

Survey finds variations in general anesthesia, sedation practices among dental care providers

A wide variation has been found in the training for and practice of sedation and general anesthesia within the dental profession in the United States. Safe, effective pain and anxiety control techniques are an essential part of dentistry. A survey designed to be a snapshot of common practices provides insight into this limited area of research.

18 Aug 2010

Union Dental adds new surgeon for Oral-Maxillofacial Surgery

Union Dental Holdings, Inc, a provider of multi-state dental services for union members, is pleased to announce the addition of Stuart Hirsch D.M.D., as an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon to its staff. Dr. Hirsch is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and did continuing work as Chief Resident, Oral-Maxillofacial Surgery, at St. Luke's Hospital in New York.

31 Jul 2010

Experts to discuss treatment options for wounded warriors at USU-HJF Military Medicine Symposium

The USU-HJF Military Medicine Symposium will gather prominent civilian and military researchers and clinicians from across the United States to discuss current research and identify opportunities to collaborate and share information that could speed treatments to wounded warriors. The symposium also will bring together a broad spectrum of participants from military health leadership, federal agencies and private research institutions to philanthropists and charitable foundations, representatives of industry, and policymakers.

28 Jul 2010

UCLA School of Dentistry awarded NIH grant to study methamphetamine's oral, dental health consequences

The abuse of methamphetamine - a powerful and highly addictive psychostimulant that is toxic to the nervous system - has reached epidemic proportions in many parts of the United States. The National Institute on Drug Abuse estimates that more than 10 million Americans have tried methamphetamine, while more than 1.4 million are habitual users.

30 Jun 2010