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Saturday, April 20, 2013

WAC is back to debate water fluoridation

Watch it: Live on Comcast Channel 16 and AT&T U-Verse Channel 99, and at www.cityofdavis.org/media After a yearlong debate on the merits of the Woodland-Davis Clean Water Agency surface water project, the committee will again be asked to return to the roundtable to talk about whether the city of Davis should fluoridate its drinking water.

http://www.davisenterprise.com/local-news/city/wac-is-back-to-debate-water-fluoridation/

Bridge eliminates trips to the dentist

All I want for Christmas is my four front teeth. Yes my four front teeth. About two weeks ago my dentist and I gave up a decades long battle to save my four upper teeth and had them yanked.

http://www.mansfieldnewsjournal.com/needlogin?type=login&redirecturl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mansfieldnewsjournal.com%2Fapps%2Fpbcs.dll%2Farticle%3FAID%3D2013304200027%26nclick_check%3D1

Say no to cavities

... the problems of assessing, managing and preventing dental caries and touched on some of the recent advances in dentistry. 'Surprisingly, what most people do not understand is that dental caries is an infectious, communicable disease. It is bacterial ...

http://thestar.com.my/health/story.asp?file=/2013/4/21/health/12991284&sec=health

Cashion Dental College Station Dentists Offering New Patient Services

... Station offers local residents with advanced patient services that can improve oral health. From new sedation dentistry services to advanced imaging services and CEREC technology, this is the dental office to visit when patients want to receive ...

http://www.beaumontenterprise.com/business/press-releases/article/Cashion-Dental-College-Station-Dentists-Offering-4449787.php

Couple charged with pretending to be dentists

... a probation violation after a 1994 conviction on impersonation of a licensed professional and unlawful practice of dentistry. The two are being held without bond and were scheduled to be arraigned on Friday. Jail officials did not know whether they ...

http://www.newschannel5.com/story/22023108/couple-charged-with-pretending-to-be-dentists

Dear Abby: Man's chewing puts wife on edge

D ear Abby: My husband has ice water with every meal. During breakfast and dinner he loudly crunches all of the ice in his glass throughout the meal.

http://amarillo.com/lifestyle/advice/2013-04-19/dear-abby-mans-chewing-puts-wife-edge

Up to 200,000 sleep apnea sufferers, conference hears

MORE than 100,000 people in Ireland suffer from sleep apnea - but the true figure could be twice that, a conference in Galway was told today.

http://www.independent.ie/irish-news/up-to-200000-sleep-apnea-sufferers-conference-hears-29210211.html

Proper sterilization practices in dentistry

"Dentists, no matter their specialty or their training, take the matter of infection control very seriously," says Obeid, who adds that dentists in the D.C. region are required to take extra steps to make sure dentists and dental specialists get proper training in preventing infection.

http://www.wtop.com/41/3292587/Proper-sterilization-practices-in-dentistry-

Clay Center Dentists Help People In Need

Dr. Rick Hammel and Dr. Dustin Kruse along with over 30 volunteers from Wisconsin, Ohio, New York and Kansas City joined together to perform exams, filling and cleanings on 125 patients. People began lining up at 2 a.m. Friday morning to receive a ticket to be part of the mission.

http://www.wibw.com/home/headlines/Dentists-Help-People-In-Need-203905731.html

Neurological symptoms among dental assistants: a cross-sectional study

Journal of Occupational Medicine and Toxicology , Vol. 3, No. 1. , 10, doi:10.1186/1745-6673-3-10 BACKGROUND:Dental assistants help the dentist in preparing material for filling teeth.

http://www.citeulike.org/user/achinerarias/article/2811392

Poor oral hygiene can cost pregnant women dear

Early last year, Phung Thi Han was admitted with natal bleeding in her sixth month of pregnancy to the popular Gia Dinh Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City.

http://www.thanhniennews.com/index/pages/20130418-poor-oral-hygiene-can-cost-pregnant-women-dear.aspx

Tests: Hepatitis in Okla. dentist clients

... when ... we left, we were just physically kind of sick," Susan Rogers, executive director of the Oklahoma Board of Dentistry, told CNN earlier. "That's how bad it was, and I've seen a lot of bad stuff over the years." The dentistry board launched ...

http://www.kxly.com/health/Tests-Hepatitis-in-Okla-dentist-clients/-/101030/19803878/-/format/rss_2.0/-/vh64dt/-/index.html

Expert warns of serious sleep apnea problem in Ireland

Over 100,000 Irish people suffer from sleep apnea but the true figure could be twice that as awareness of the disorder grows a conference in Galway heard today.

http://www.independent.ie/irish-news/expert-warns-of-serious-sleep-apnea-problem-in-ireland-29210096.html

Dental practices recognised

Two dental practices in Oakham are set to be honoured by the British Dental Association for achieving over ten years membership of a scheme that recognises a commitment to high standards.

http://www.stamfordmercury.co.uk/news/local/dental-practices-recognised-1-5017052

Dentist Stafford 'Best of the Best' Awarded to Dental Serenity and to ...

Dr. Morris believes in the notion of helping others and maintaining a "patient comes first" approach to her dentistry.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2013/4/prweb10649240.htm

Patients Fume Over Disease Exposure

... omissions caused or contributed" to it, according to the complaint. But a March 28 report by the Oklahoma Board of Dentistry slamming Harrington for poor sterilization practices led her to sue for damages relating to "anxiety, fear, lack of trust, ...

http://abcnews.go.com/Health/tulsa-dental-patients-fume-exposure-disease/story?id=18999316

Jordan Valley apparently didn't sterilize dental tools for some patients

Three patients at Jordan Valley Community Health Center will have to undergo periodic tests for hepatitis and HIV after a dentist at the center apparently used instruments that hadn't been properly sterilized, an official said.

http://www.news-leader.com/needlogin?type=login&redirecturl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.news-leader.com%2Fapps%2Fpbcs.dll%2Farticle%3FAID%3D2013304200015%26nclick_check%3D1

South Carolina Dental Laboratory Association's Annual Meeting/Trade Show

This event is a joint meeting with the South Carolina Dental Association. The show features over 100 exhibitors and 2,000 attendees.

http://www.lmtmag.com/events/47138

Dr. Larry Saylor Extends Training on CAD/CAM Technologies, Conservative Cosmetic Dental Procedures

Dr. Larry Saylor, an experienced cosmetic dentist dedicated to improving smiles in the Tampa Bay area and beyond, has extended his training in cosmetic dentistry to include the latest advancements in computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing technologies.

http://www.pr.com/press-release/486620

Coral Springs Cosmetic Dentists Barbag Dental Launch New Video Explaining Veneers

Barbag Dental, a team of Coral Springs cosmetic dentists , launch a new video, explaining what veneers are, and how they can change someone's smile for the better.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2013/4/prweb10638799.htm

Cashion Dental College Station Dentists Offering New Patient Services

... announced new patient services to further promote the oral health and cosmetic beauty of its patients. Sedation Dentistry Services The skilled and experienced team at Cashion Dental makes every effort to ensure that its patients are comfortable and ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2013/4/prweb10650577.htm

Gulfside Dental Hosts Successful Oral Cancer Screening Event in honor...

Gulfside Dental, a family dentistry office in Beaumont, Texas, recently hosted a very successful oral cancer screening event with over two dozen Southeast Texans in attendance.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/4/prweb10652889.htm

Smart Smiles allows kids to learn about dental care

Augusta Liddic/The Daily Times From left, Mikey, Merlin and Lane Cox brush a Woody doll's teeth for an exhibit called A'All About TeethA' that with be opening at the E3 Children's Museum on Saturday.

http://www.daily-times.com/farmington-news/ci_23068521/smart-smiles-allows-kids-learn-about-dental-care

Wild nights away for newlyweds

I wake up with a jolt, stirred by the crunching of fallen branches metres from my pillow.

http://www.redditchadvertiser.co.uk/adxtra/travel/10366951.Wild_nights_away_for_newlyweds/

ConstanceDE Gustibum Non Est Disputandum

ST. SIMONS ISLAND, Ga. -- For most of us, people, places and things are of interest in one way or another.

http://www.american-reporter.com/4,711W/471.html

Most medications safe for pregnancy

... If you require dental procedures, you can be comfortable in the knowledge that most of the medications used in dentistry do not jeopardize the health of your unborn baby. The benefit to your oral health by treating your gingivitis greatly outweighs ...

http://readingeagle.com/article.aspx?id=471080

Tariq Drabu Welcomes New Study into Mercury Screening Tests

Leading Manchester dentist Tariq Drabu , the owner of Langley Dental Practice in Middleton Manchester today welcomed the findings of new recent research which indicates that a common test used to determine mercury exposure from dental amalgam fillings may significantly overestimate the amount of the toxic metal released from fillings.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/4/prweb10652448.htm

Dental Implant services in Deland

gmail.com) Dental implant is a revolutionary technology in dentistry. Traditionally dental health care used to replace the missing or broken teeth with the dentures or bridges but now a day's replacing the tooth with the dentures and bridges is no ...

http://www.prlog.org/12122375-dental-implant-services-in-deland.html

Community Hero: Second grader wins another nationwide contest

Kevin McAfee has done it again. The Jacksonville 2nd grader has won another nationwide art contest, and now he's being called a community hero.

http://www.firstcoastnews.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=309772

The DC Dentist Gets Onboard with Recycling, Reducing and Reusing -...

... become LEED Certified. Dr. Terry Victor is a Dentist in Washington DC providing general, restorative and cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Victor's passion is helping his patients see that maintaining their dental health is integral to maintaining their ...

http://www.americanbankingnews.com/2013/04/19/the-dc-dentist-gets-onboard-with-recycling-reducing-and-reusing-hosts-earth-day-event-to-show-commitment-to-being-socially-responsible/

Jean Chaffee - author, adventurer and advocate

At the Springville Apple Festival last November, my booth was positioned near two authors - Marilyn Meredith, who has written more than 20 books, including the Deputy Tempe Crabtree mystery novels, and Jean Chaffee, author of the "Zoo to You" series of children's books.

http://www.recorderonline.com/articles/chaffee-56824-advocate-springville.html

Friday, April 19, 2013

Tests: Hepatitis in Okla. dentist clients

... when ... we left, we were just physically kind of sick," Susan Rogers, executive director of the Oklahoma Board of Dentistry, told CNN earlier. "That's how bad it was, and I've seen a lot of bad stuff over the years." The dentistry board launched ...

http://www.wcvb.com/health/Tests-Hepatitis-in-Okla-dentist-clients/-/9848730/19803878/-/format/rsss_2.0/-/ut90g9z/-/index.html

West Dentist Using Dental Records to Identify Dead

For dentist Larry Sparks, repairing the ceiling at his office caved in by the impact of Wednesday's explosion was the easy part of his day.

http://dfw.cbslocal.com/2013/04/19/west-dentist-using-dental-records-to-identify-dead/

Coto de Caza Man Indicted for Operating Investment Schemes That Targeted Physicians and Dentists

An Orange County man has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges alleging he defrauded dozens of victims in separate schemes that promised large returns on investments in the medical field, announced Bill Lewis, Assistant Director in Charge of the FBI's Los Angeles Field Office, and AndreI Birotte, Jr., the United States Attorney in Los ... (more)

http://www.imperialvalleynews.com/index.php/news/california-news/3811-coto-de-caza-man-indicted-for-operating-investment-schemes-that-targeted-physicians-and-dentists.html

Tony Pulis banking on Peter Crouch to rescue Stoke from the drop

NEWCASTLE boss Alan Pardew last night took a swipe at bitter rivals Sunderland and vowed to exact revenge for their derby humiliation.

http://www.dailystar.co.uk/football/view/310151/Tony-Pulis-banking-on-Peter-Crouch-to-rescue-Stoke-from-the-drop/

Drinking Soda Is Like Pouring Acid On Your Teeth

We've all heard it from as far back as we can remember: Soda is bad for our teeth.

http://www.wallstreetinsanity.com/drinking-soda-is-like-pouring-acid-on-your-teeth/

Man's chewing ice at meals sets wife's teeth on edge

DEAR ABBY: My husband has ice water with every meal. During breakfast and dinner he loudly crunches all of the ice in his glass throughout the meal.

http://thecabin.net/2013-04-19/mans-chewing-ice-meals-sets-wifes-teeth-edge

Hughes of Aitkin named 2013 Family Physician of the Year

The Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians selected Dr. Donald Hughes of Aitkin as the 2013 Family Physician of the Year.

http://brainerddispatch.com/business/2013-04-19/hughes-aitkin-named-2013-family-physician-year

Ask Dr. K: Burning sensation in mouth Burning sensation in mouth

Dear Dr. K: For months, my mouth has been painfully burning and tingling. What could be causing my symptoms? Are there any treatments for it? Dear Reader: Several conditions can cause a burning sensation in the mouth.

http://www.montereyherald.com/health/ci_23065938/ask-dr-k-burning-sensation-mouth-burning-sensation

Say No to Fluoridation

Out of 196 countries, only 27 fluoridate and only 11 for more than half their population. The U.S. fluoridates more people than the rest of the world combined. In Europe, 43 out of 48 countries don't, accounting for 97 percent of the population. Most never started, but nations like Germany, Finland, Czech Republic and the Netherlands stopped as science kept building against the practice.

http://www.topix.com/business/dental/2013/04/say-no-to-fluoridation

Powell remembered for generosity, kindness

... College in 1975 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology. In 1978, he received his Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry degree from the Medical College of Georgia and was given the International College of Dentistry Award. He practiced dentistry for ...

http://www.statesboroherald.com/section/1/article/49528/

Dear Abby: Ice chewing sets wife's teeth on edge

Dear Abby: My husband has ice water with every meal. During breakfast and dinner he loudly crunches all of the ice in his glass throughout the meal.

http://www.montereyherald.com/living/ci_23066203/dear-abby-ice-chewing-sets-wifes-teeth-edge?source=rss

Warning over mortgage guarantees

George Osborne's plans to boost home ownership risk skewing the housing market and leaving the Treasury with a significant hole in its coffers, a powerful committee has warned.

http://www.southportvisiter.co.uk/southport-news/southport-breaking-news/2013/04/20/warning-over-mortgage-guarantees-101022-33205788/

Waterloo Heights, a Neighborhood Smiles Dental Practice is Taking a...

... recognized as the pioneer in live-patient, post-graduate dental training. LVI's curriculum includes restorative dentistry, implants, orthodontics, and root canals. Dr. Welch's favorite thing to do outside of work is spend time with his two sons, Sam ...

http://www.jsonline.com/business/pressrelease/national-press-releases/waterloo-heights-a-neighborhood-smiles-dental-practice-is-taking-a-bold-new-approach-to-the-cavity-epidemic-203849021.html

2.Boston Cop Killed

THE Home Secretary yesterday resisted pressure to estimate the number of Romanians and Bulgarians expected to arrive when EU restrictions are lifted at the end of the year.

http://www.dailystar.co.uk/posts/view/309983/BOSTON-COP-KILLED

No kids, no kidding

It takes guts to admit you don't want to have children. Especially when people's response is that you're selfish, or you'll grow old and lonely.

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/pregnancy-and-childbirth/news/article.cfm?c_id=1500859&objectid=10878093&ref=rss

General and Preventive Dentistry Services By Dr Michael J Wei - Manhattan New York City

Apr. 19, 2013 - MANHATTAN, N.Y. -- Manhattan New York City Dentist Dr. Michael J. Wei is providing General & Preventive Dentistry Services.

http://www.prlog.org/12122297-general-and-preventive-dentistry-services-by-dr-michael-wei-manhattan-new-york-city.html

Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Michael J. Wei - Manhattan NY Providing Tooth Bonding and Porcelain Crowns

... Dr. Michael J. Wei is a top Manhattan New York City dentist specializing in general, cosmetic and restorative dentistry including smile makeovers, invisalign braces, dental implants, porcelain dental crowns, porcelain veneers and more. Dr. Wei's ...

http://www.prlog.org/12122308-cosmetic-dentist-dr-michael-wei-manhattan-ny-providing-tooth-bonding-and-porcelain-crowns.html

Smart Smiles exhibit at Farmington children's museum gives kids hands-on dental care learning

A new exhibit at the E3 Children's Museum and Science Center will give children a hands-on opportunity to learn about the importance of oral health care.

http://www.daily-times.com/farmington-news/ci_23064642/smart-smiles-exhibit-at-farmington-childrens-museum-gives

Tulsa Dental Patients Fume After Possible Exposure to Disease

... omissions caused or contributed" to it, according to the complaint. But a March 28 report by the Oklahoma Board of Dentistry slamming Harrington for poor sterilization practices led her to sue for damages relating to "anxiety, fear, lack of trust, ...

http://www.wtma.com/common/more.php?m=58&ts=1366412704&article=30895D0CA93D11E286DEFEFDADE6840A&mode=2

Laser Dentist, Dr. Kerry M. Goad, Now Offers the Technologically...

... care for Richardson, TX. Dr. Kerry M. Goad received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, Texas. He completed advanced training in restorative dentistry at the L. D. Pankey Institute in Key Biscayne, Florida, ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/4/prweb10653574.htm

Couple arrested for impersonating a dentist

A couple in Columbia, Tenn., have been arrested for practicing dentistry without a license.

http://www.examiner.com/article/couple-arrested-for-impersonating-a-dentist?cid=rss

Patients potentially exposed to dental instruments that were not properly sterilized

Some patients from Jordan Valley Community Health Center have to undergo testing after potentially being exposed to dental instruments that were not properly sterilized.

http://www.kspr.com/news/kspr-patients-potentially-exposed-to-dental-instruments-that-were-not-properly-sterilized-20130419,0,7230896.story?track=rss

Italians renounce medical treatments as recession bites

Rome, April 19 - Nine million Italians have stopped treating small or minor medical conditions as a result of the ongoing economic crisis, OsservaSalute said Friday.

http://www.ansa.it/web/notizie/rubriche/english/2013/04/19/Italians-renounce-medical-treatments-recession-bites_8579864.html

More than 60 dental patients test positive for viruses

... of Health is prohibited from releasing the number if it's less than three, CNN said. The Oklahoma Board of Dentistry inspected Harrington's practice March 18 and found many problems, including regular use of rusty instruments on patients with known ...

http://www.upi.com/Top_News/US/2013/04/19/More-than-60-dental-patients-test-positive-for-viruses/UPI-33501366372053/

Books That Changed My Life--Which Characters Are So Real You Can't Believe They Aren't?

The diary scheduled for today is, ah, unfortunately not available, so once more we'll have an open forum.

http://www.dailykos.com/story/2013/04/19/1203157/-Books-That-Changed-My-Life-Which-Characters-Are-So-Real-You-Can-t-Believe-They-Aren-t

Dozens test positive for hepatitis, HIV in 'dirty dentist' case

Source: KRMG TULSA - Dozens of patients have tested positive for communicable diseases as the result of an investigation into the practices of a Tulsa oral surgeon.

http://www.democraticunderground.com/1014459638

Hill Country Ride for AIDS - $100 matches today

Today, starting at 8am, donations of $100 or more will be matched, up to $20,000 for the Ride.

http://www.dailykos.com/story/2013/04/19/1202952/-Hill-Country-Ride-for-AIDS-100-matches-today

Letters: Debating fluoride in Portland water and dental health care

The Sierra Club's condemnation of Portland water fluoridation is terribly disappointing.

http://blog.oregonlive.com/myoregon/2013/04/letters_debating_fluoride_in_p.html

Running again after time out

Dental hygienist Melanie Taylor takes on her first marathon on Sunday, after an absence from running of about three years.

http://www.thisiswiltshire.co.uk/news/headlines/10359939.Running_again_after_time_out/?ref=rss

When Science meets Expertise

... and commitment to make you SMILE! Our specialized services include: 1. Teeth whitening treatment- cosmetic dentistry 2. Tooth implant treatment/ Tooth implant surgery 3. Teeth root canal treatment 4. Cosmetic jaw surgery 5. Teeth Alignment, braces ...

http://www.pr-inside.com/when-science-meets-expertise-r3643209.htm

Ruby called as witness and plaintiff to 'pimps' trial

Milan, April 19 - A Moroccan former nightclub dancer accused of having sex with Silvio Berlusconi when she was underage has been called to the related trial of three people accused of supplying the ex-premier and media magnate with prostitutes.

http://www.ansa.it/web/notizie/rubriche/english/2013/04/19/Ruby-called-witness-plaintiff-pimps-trial_8579166.html

Dental practice takes on spa motiff

David Gergen, Founder of Pro Player Health Alliance and Gergen's...

... disorders in partnership with their dentists. He has worked for some of the pioneers in the orthodontic and sleep dentistry fields. He was the personal technician for the likes of Dr. Robert Ricketts, Dr. Ronald Roth, Dr. A. Paul Serrano, Dr. Clark ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/4/prweb10651198.htm

Spodak Dental Group: Embarrassed By Missing Teeth?

... team will help determine whether you are a good candidate. In fact, Spodak Dental Group's unique team approach to dentistry ensures that each phase of your treatment will be carried out collaboratively by our team of general dentists, oral surgeons, ...

http://www.sys-con.com/node/2623538

Dentist struck off after forging patient's signature to escape complaint

A Tolworth dentist who forged a patient's signature and fudged medical records has been struck off for dishonesty and poor clinical care.

http://www.surreycomet.co.uk/news/10365635.Dentist_struck_off_after_forging_patient_s_signature_to_escape_complaint/?ref=rss

Italians reduce dental visits for kids due to crisis

Rome, April 19 - One Italian family out of three gave up taking their children back to the dentist in 2012 after the first visit as part of belt-tightening sacrifices during the economic crisis, a report by the National Orthodontic College said on Friday.

http://www.ansa.it/web/notizie/rubriche/english/2013/04/19/Italians-reduce-dental-visits-kids-due-crisis_8578767.html

Supermarkets reveal fuel price cuts

Then Tesco said it was also cutting up to 2p a litre off its petrol and diesel - also from Saturday.

http://www.southportvisiter.co.uk/southport-news/southport-breaking-news/2013/04/19/supermarkets-reveal-fuel-price-cuts-101022-33201706/

123Dentist.com Announces Free Oral Cancer Screening Days

Vancouver, CA -- Oral Cancer is a silent killer, claiming one life every hour, every day.

http://www.emailwire.com/release/119150-123Dentistcom-Announces-Free-Oral-Cancer-Screening-Days.html

Waterloo Heights, a Neighborhood Smiles Dental Practice is Taking a...

... recognized as the pioneer in live-patient, post-graduate dental training. LVI's curriculum includes restorative dentistry, implants, orthodontics, and root canals. Dr. Welch's favorite thing to do outside of work is spend time with his two sons, Sam ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/4/prweb10644969.htm

Dr. Kanani, Woodland Hills Dentist: Unhealthy Dental Trends May Lead to Damaged Teeth

... such as the West Los Angeles Dental Health Institute and South Bay Dental. The American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID), the only dental implant association recognized by the court system, awarded him an Associate Fellowship. He has been trained ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/dental-implant/woodland-hills-dentist/prweb10650845.htm

Vietnam War prepped dental surgeon's career

Dr. John Haley soon will remove a wall full of plaques listing his many credentials, including one from the American College of Dentists, which named him a fellow in 1999.

http://www.dailymail.com/foodandliving/201304180120

TJC board approves round of nursing, health building funds

Tyler Junior College board members Thursday approved the first round of funding for the new nursing and health sciences building.

http://www.tylerpaper.com/article/20130419/NEWS08/130419739

Scott Harrington: 60 dental patients test positive for Hepatitis or...

San Diego Cosmetic Dentist Leads Two Workshops at AACD Seminar

San Diego cosmetic dentist John F. Weston is leading two hands-on workshops for an international audience at the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry's Annual Scientific Session, which takes place April 24-27, 2013 in Seattle.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/4/prweb10649199.htm

Cape Commerce

Richardson, a licensed real estate professional in Massachusetts and New Jersey, will be responsible for the listing and selling of residential and commercial real estate.

http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20130419/BIZ/304190321/-1/NEWS

Health Corner

It is not that the Asian culture is generally smarter than Americans ; however, their practice of drinking tea over soda makes you stop and wonder! Although the health benefits of tea have been professed for centuries, only lately have the medicinal properties been scientifically investigated.

http://www.dailyrecord.us/Story.aspx?id=17220&date=4%2f19%2f2013

The Colony Dentist Wins Fourth Consecutive Talk of the Town Award for Customer Satisfaction

... practice in 2008, but his experience spans more than 20 years from his graduation in 1988 from Baylor College of Dentistry. Located in The Colony, his new practice is not far from the community of Grapevine, where he practiced for nearly two ...

http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/the-colony-dentist-wins-fourth-consecutive-talk-of-the-town-award-for-customer-satisfaction-340176.php

Andy Oram ReportsREPLACING Journalism: New Foundations for Expertise, Diversity, and Debate

Watching with an almost prurient fascination the tragic plunge of a sister institution - because the newspaper industry is cutting a path that the book industry will follow - I've noticed a subtle shift over the past few weeks from discussions of how to save newspapers to discussions of how to replace them.

http://www.american-reporter.com/4,710/780.html

Reality dreams

MOMENT IN THE SUN: Kyle Shields gets his chance to pursue his dream job of being a professional race car driver on The Moment .

http://www.worldmag.com/2013/04/reality_dreams

Solon Dentist Indicted For Using Drug Database For Info On Ex-Girlfriend

A Solon dentist has been indicted on 21 counts of felony unlawfully using the state prescription drug database to find information about his ex-girlfriend, according to the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office.

http://solon.patch.com/articles/solon-dentist-indicted-for-using-drug-database-for-info-on-ex-girlfriend

At least 57 patients of Tulsa dentist test positive for bloodborne viruses

... Kristy Bradley said. Harrington closed his practices in Tulsa and Owasso in March after a state Board of Dentistry investigation revealed practices that board officials say violate the State Dental Act. Neither Harrington nor his attorney could be ...

http://newsok.com/at-least-57-patients-of-tulsa-dentist-test-positive-for-bloodborne-viruses/article/3790738?custom_click=rss&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+newsok%2Fhome+%28NewsOK.com+RSS+-+Home%29

From patient to doc: Cycle of gratitude

At Cabot Westside Medical and Dental Center, it's not uncommon to see doctors consulting in the hallways.

http://www.kshb.com/dpp/news/local_news/from-patient-to-dentist-success-at-one-local-public-health-clinic

Public Safety Notes

Hamada Makarita, 51, of Oakton was sentenced April 12 to two years and one month in federal prison, followed by a term of supervised release for using his position as a dentist to illegally distribute prescription medication and for using the identity of another dentist to fraudulently bill an insurance company for more than $160,000 in claims.

http://www.fairfaxtimes.com/article/20130419/NEWS/130418956/1117/public-safety-notes&template=fairfaxTimes

Majority not availing of free dental checks

QUARTERS of people who are entitled to a free dental check do not avail of it, according to the Irish Dental Association.

http://www.independent.ie/irish-news/majority-not-availing-of-free-dental-checks-29207083.html

10th Dentist Joins Specialist Dental Group

... replacement) , Periodontics (gum treatment), Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (oral and jaw surgery) and Pediatric Dentistry (dentistry for children). Dr Soo has 23 years of experience in managing complex cases. His areas of interest include dental ...

http://www.prlog.org/12121103-10th-dentist-joins-specialist-dental-group.html

Alleged Dentist Imposter Strikes Again

After scamming people out of thousands of dollars in Barren County, a man posing as a dentist is caught in Tennessee.

http://www.wbko.com/home/headlines/Alleged-Dentist-Imposter-Strikes-Again-203718741.html

Thursday, April 18, 2013

Oklahoma dental patients diagnosed with hepatitis C, HIV

Dozens of Oklahoma dental patients have been diagnosed with hepatitis C and at least one case of HIV , state health officials said Thursday, four weeks after finding a multitude of health code violations, including rusty tools, at a dental practice in Tulsa.

http://www.courant.com/news/breaking/sns-la-oklahoma-dental-patients-diagnosed-with-hepatitis-c-hiv-20130418,0,694482.story

Letters: Snack foods and public health, water fluoridation

Snack foods and public health The editorial "In defense of chocolate" misses the point concerning House Bill 3403.

http://blog.oregonlive.com/myoregon/2013/04/letters_snack_foods_and_public.html

Arizona dental patients may have been exposed to hepatitis, HIV

The Pima County Health Department says 174 people seen at the T-Dental Clinic in the town of Marana may have come in contact with blood borne diseases like hepatitis and HIV.

http://www.ksdk.com/news/health/article/376149/9/Arizona-dental-patients-may-have-been-exposed-to-hepatitis-HIV

On, off Natsis trial could continue through December

The drunk driving trial of Pembroke dentist Dr. Christy Natsis appears poised to drag on until the end of the year.

http://www.ottawacitizen.com/news/Repeated+legal+challenges+limited+availability+lawyers+could/8262930/story.html

Beauty within Reach

Look and feel younger, more radiant and refreshed with these modern cosmetic innovations.

http://www.honolulumagazine.com/Honolulu-Magazine/April-2013-1/Beauty-within-Reach/

Charlotte, NC Dentist, Dr. Charles Payet Offers The FDA Cleared Laser ...

... since 1998. Dr. Payet completed his undergraduate degree and attended dental school at UNC-Chapel Hill School of Dentistry. He is part of one percent of dental professionals providing the most recent FDA cleared laser procedure for gum disease and ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/4/prweb10650449.htm

60 Oklahoma Dental Patients Test Positive for Hepatitis, HIV

... bleach on patients' wounds until they "turned white," according to a complaint filed by the Oklahoma Board of Dentistry. "The basic things that everyone knows -- follow CDC guidelines, use clean syringes, don't reuse multi-dose vials in multiple ...

http://www.wxlo.com/common/more.php?m=58&ts=1366332609&article=1607C21DA88B11E286DEFEFDADE6840A&mode=2

Columbia police arrest couple for impersonating a dentist

... served a search warrant on Wednesday at the office and learned that Michael and Lana Richardson were practicing dentistry without a license. "We began to investigate Michael and Lana Richardson and discovered that they are not dentists and then our ...

http://www.wkrn.com/story/22019077/columbia-police-arrest-couple-for-impersonating-a-dentist

Brookside Dental Bellevue Selected One of Eight Best Dental Websites by Emergency Dentists USA

Apr. 18, 2013 - BELLEVUE, Wash. -- Brookside Dental of Bellevue WA was recently named one of the eight best dentistry websites by Emergency Dentists USA.

http://www.prlog.org/12121643-brookside-dental-bellevue-selected-one-of-eight-best-dental-websites-by-emergency-dentists-usa.html

Police: Couple charged in dentist fraud case

A husband and wife have been arrested and charged for unlawfully practicing dentistry and impersonating a licensed dentist while working on patients at a Columbia business.

http://columbiadailyherald.com/sections/news/local-news/police-couple-charged-dentist-fraud-case.html

Sign issue discussed by Naper Plan Commission

One Naperville business is committed to maintaining its viability between the coming Water Street development and the residential area directly to its south.

http://napervillesun.suntimes.com/news/19572868-418/sign-issue-discussed-by-naper-plan-commission.html

Dozens of Tulsa Dentist's patients test positive for Hepatitis C

... office last month . The dental surgeon's attorney has said his client has "an impeccable record" with the state dentistry board. The dentistry board has filed 17 charges against Harrington in the wake of the investigation on March 18. the charges ...

http://www.examiner.com/article/dozens-of-tulsa-dentist-s-patients-test-positive-for-hepatitis-c?cid=rss

Over 60 dental patients infected with hepatitis, HIV

... the Patient Information Hotline at (918) 595 - 4500. To see the investigation findings from the Oklahoma Board of Dentistry against Dr. Harrington, CLICK HERE .

http://www.woai.com/content/news/newslinks/story/Over-60-dental-patients-infected-with-hepatitis/voMyfvSC9kKcutSBpAc7Tg.cspx?rss=68

Okla. dental patients test positive for diseases; no confirmed link

... that their exposure is associated with their dental surgical procedure at the Harrington practice." The state's dentistry board, which branded Harrington a "menace to the public health" in a 17-count complaint, also found in its investigation of his ...

http://www.marionstar.com/usatoday/article/2095107

04/118/13 Comprehensive Real-Time News Feed for Dentistry.