Creating Reusable Gowns to Meet Post–COVID-19 Infection Control Needs
One clinician’s background in fashion helped launch ProtectAll PPE during the pandemic.
6 Common Infection Control Breaches in Dental Practices
Some offices are better at infection control than others, but breaches can be avoided if you take the right steps.
SOTA Imaging Launches Extraoral Aerosol Evacuator Cazoo
This extraoral aerosol evacuator was designed to protect from dangerous COVID-19 particulates transmitted through aerosols.
Dental Practices are Largely Exempt from New COVID-19 Emergency Standards
The American Dental Association stated that dental practices are largely exempt from COVID-19 workplace regulations.
ClearCorrect Announces Faster Manufacturing Time for Clear Aligners
ClearCorrect has announced a shorter manufacturing time for its clear aligners.
Henry Schein Awarded Strategic National Stockpile Contract
This contact will allow Henry Schein to strengthen and maximize pandemic preparedness.
Study Shows Dental Aerosols Don’t Contain Much Saliva
This study was researched in an effort to provide information and guide practices for best infection control for the pandemic and beyond.
COVID-19 Infection Rates Lower at Dentists Than Other Health Professionals
Dentists have lower infection rates of COVID-19 than other health professionals a year into the pandemic.
Zyris' New Operatory Fogger Designed to Fight SARS-CoV-2
The unit has been certified by the EPA and CDC to disinfect SARS-CoV-2.
Four Strategies for Managing Stress During the Pandemic
Breathing and relaxation are just a few of the methods that can help dental professionals relieve occupational stress.
Navigating New Practice Norms One Year Into COVID-19
A conversation with Dental Practice Solutions CEO Debbie Seidel-Bittke, RDH, BS and Dental Products Report Managing Editor Stan Goff about navigating new practice norms one year into COVID-19.
New Paper Proposes Link Between COVID-19 Transmission and Poor Oral Hygiene
New research explains why gum disease and poor oral hygiene could potentially predict COVID-19 more so than other risk factors.
COVID-19: 1 Year Later in the Dental Lab Industry
Survival strategies and lessons learned in the past year when everything changed for everyone.
Looking Forward, Looking Back
The events of the past year have a lot to teach us, but only if we’re willing to learn.
Lessons Learned One Year After the COVID-19 Shutdown
Take a closer look at how the dental industry adapted and how to move forward.
The Dental Industry Prepares for the Next Pandemic
We’re still coping with the fallout of COVID-19 after more than a year, and this underscores the need to be prepared for the next pandemic, or any other crisis, for that matter.
Certain Types of Mouthwashes Shown to Stop COVID-19 Transmission
Researchers have discovered that some mouthwashes may stop or slow the transmission of COVID-19.
Dentists in the Know and Dental Products Report present What's On Your Mind? – Episode 1: Patients and Vaccines
The Dentists in the Know, Chad Duplantis, DDS; Jennifer Bell, DDS; and Jeff Horowitz, DMD answer audience questions. In this episode, they discuss managing patients who request to be seen only by vaccinated clinicians.
Why I Stayed On as a Dental Hygienist
Taking a look at some of the unique challenges a dental hygienist may face in their career.
Former White House Coronavirus Coordinator Joins ActivePure Technologies
Deborah Birx, MD, appointed chief medical and scientific advisor for Dallas company that provides air and surface products designed to destroy COVID-19 virus and other pathogens.
Safety, Efficiency Are Your Top Priorities
Find the right balance between protecting health and remaining profitable
Becoming Scientifically Objective About COVID-19 Preprocedural Rinsing
It's important to find objective, evidence-based science before determining whether to use preprocedural rinses in practice.
MUSC Research Shows Aegis VacStation Effective at Eliminating Spatter, Aerosol
CAO Group's Aegis VacStation is found to eliminate 100% spatter and 99.8% aerosol in high-speed handpiece dental procedures.
OCA Professional Series from Omni CleanAir Designed to Keep Dental Practices Safe
Groundbreaking, portable air purification system delivers infection control to everyday workspaces and eliminates dangerous airborne particles.
SS White Becomes Exclusive Distributor of Grignard Pure Antimicrobial Air Treatment
Grignard Pure has just received an Emergency Exemption from the EPA and SS White will help introduce the air treatment solution to dental offices.
CDC confirms dental workers to be among first offered vaccines
The CDC's recommendation came after the ADA expressed concerns over dental professionals being overlooked for vaccines.
New research suggests slower handpiece speed could reduce coronavirus spread
New research suggests that using slower speed on air turbine handpieces could slow the spread of COVID-19.
How contactless patient experience can improve your practice
Transitioning to a contactless patient experience provides increased patient satisfaction, improved efficiency for your dental practice, and reduced risk of COVID-19 exposure.
You can still be the best dentist you want to be and just get the support: A conversation with Heartland Dental CEO Pat Bauer
Editorial director Noah Levine speaks with Heartland Dental CEO Pat Bauer about how his dental group managed to continue its growth despite most practices shutting down for part of 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
2020 By The Numbers
The dental industry was hit by multiple surprises in 2020. This numerical look back highlights their impact.