DrBicuspid.com staff writers[email protected]Organized DentistryADA installs new presidentDr. Brett Kessler has been appointed as the 161st president of the ADA.October 29, 2024Industry UpdatesPatterson appoints new presidentPatterson Companies appointed Kristin Dietzler as president of Patterson Dental in North America.October 29, 2024Organized DentistryADHA approves interim policies on scaling, airway healthThe American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) Board of Directors has approved interim policies about scaling procedures and airway health screenings.October 28, 2024Saliva TestingOralDNA acquires assets of Sensible DiagnosticsSalivary diagnostics firm Access Genetics, operating as OralDNA Labs, has acquired the assets of Sensible Diagnostics. The deal's financial terms were not disclosed.October 28, 2024Regulatory UpdatesFDA OKs Glidewell's antimicrobial denture resinThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given 510(k) clearance to Glidewell's Prismatik Dentalcraft to promote the antimicrobial properties of its 3DP Denture Base Resin.October 25, 2024Product UpdatesSkygen partners with Pacific LifePacific Life is adding Skygen's software and administrative services to its dental benefits.October 25, 2024Organized DentistryDTA Foundation launches National Brush Day campaignThe Dental Trade Alliance (DTA) Foundation is launching the DentSquad to celebrate U.S. National Brush Day on November 1.October 24, 2024Industry UpdatesGreat Oral Health Pitch seeks applicants at GNYDMThe Shils Entrepreneurial Fund is accepting applicants for its "Shark Tank" style pitch event that will take place on December 2 at the Greater New York Dental Meeting (GNYDM) in New York City.October 24, 2024DSODSO The Smilist expands into Mass.Dental service organization (DSO) The Smilist has expanded into Massachusetts with two new offices in Boston.October 24, 2024Industry Updates6 Delta Dental affiliates aid Hurricane Helene relief effortsFollowing the destruction of Hurricane Helene, Delta Dental affiliates from six states have provided financial support and healthcare supplies to survivors.October 24, 2024Page 1 of 1581Next PageTop StoriesLegal IssuesDental imaging firm ex-CEO ditches $11M fraud sentencingThe ex-CEO of a dental imaging system firm who allegedly defrauded investors out of nearly $11 million skipped out on sentencing.NutritionThese gum disease patients may benefit from plant-based dietsSugarA dental hygienist shares her oral health advice for HalloweenLegal IssuesDentist charged with threatening election officialSponsor ContentJoin Us or a FREE Webinar August 12