Dear DrBicuspid Member,
Midway through 2009, we're beginning to see signs of economic life in the dental industry. Several vendors announced their second-quarter results in recent weeks, and for the most part the news isn't too bad. In fact, Sirona, Colgate, and National Dentex all reported strong profit growth -- despite a drop in sales. Read more financial results by clicking here.
In clinical news, the aloe vera plant has a long history of healing power. Now a team of dental researchers from India has found that aloe vera tooth gel is as effective as toothpaste for fighting tooth decay. And it's good for the gums as well. Read more.
On the practice management front, predictive risk management can be a powerful addition to your treatment planning process, focusing not just on the dental problem at hand but the underlying reasons for it. In his keynote address at the upcoming World Congress of Minimally Invasive Dentistry (August 12-15 in San Francisco), Dr. John Kois will discuss the many advantages predictive risk management offers and how you can incorporate it into your daily practice. Read more.
And speaking of education, DrBicuspid.com now offers more than 100 online continuing education courses, all ADA CERP-accredited. Need to brush up on anterior ridge preservation? Looking to find out more about immediate dental implants? Sign up for these courses and more by clicking here.
