Researchers Identify the Genes that Influence Early Tooth Development

One of the genes was associated with a 35% increased risk of requiring orthodontic treatment by age 30.

PracticeWorks Updates the KODAK 8000C Digital Panoramic and Cephalometric System

The updated system has a reduced footprint, simplified cephalometric positioning, and improved temporal clamp positioning for panoramic radiography.

ContacEZ Offers New IPR Strip System

The system includes both single- and double-sided, diamond-dusted dental strips in thicknesses ranging from 0.05 to 0.14 mm.

IndiGreen Innovations Introduces Lock-n-Reload Couplers

The couplers allow orthodontists to combine leftover VPS impression materials to prevent waste.

DentalEZ Introduces New NuTorque Lite

The new system is a modified version of the NuTorque and includes two customizable memory presets for general and endodontic procedures.

American Orthodontics Named Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year

The company, which manufactures 95% of its products in Wisconsin, has seen sales growth despite the down economy.

D4D Makes Donation to Red Cross Haiti Disaster Relief

The donation is expected to help open three hospitals; provide water and sanitation; and provide food, clothing, and shelter to survivors of the January earthquake in Haiti.

2010 AAO Annual Session

The 110th Session, with the theme "Passion for Excellence," will offer orthodontists and staff the opportunity to earn CE credits through lectures and hands-on classes.

86th European Orthodontic Society Congress

Among the American keynote speakers will be Alan Bagden, DMD; Peter Ngan, DMD; and David Turpin, DDS, MSD.

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