Book Review: Next Generation Biomaterials for Bone and Periodontal Regeneration

By David F. Boden, D.D.S., M.S. This book is a comprehensive review of current techniques and efforts for the future of regenerative surgical procedures.  It is a series of 23 short review articles by international researchers.  While directed primarily to…

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO…TO FDC2023!

1. ON-SITE BADGE PICKUP HOURS & LOCATIONS Wed., June 28 – 4-9 PM (Hotel Lobby) Thurs., June 29 – 7 AM-8 PM (City Hall Lobby) or 4-9 PM (Hotel Lobby) Fri., June 30 – 7 AM-6 PM (City Hall Lobby)…

Teens & Nicotine: The Influence of Flavoring on Teen Behaviors & Addiction

Carol A. Jahn, RDH, MS | cjahn@waterpik.com  | 708-899-1886 In the fall of 2015, I attended a conference where the general session speaker was a tobacco cessation specialist.  At the time, I was a neutral on the subject.  I didn’t…

Responding to the Mental Health Needs of Dentists

By Alan Budd, DMD When first-year students at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine feel overwhelmed, they might unwind with a yoga class or meditation session. Dr. Christina DiBona Pastan, an endodontist and director of Mind-Body Wellness at Tufts, has…