I'm not a dentist, but there seems to be a lot of bad stuff brewing in people's mouths!

New statistics indicate that the prevalence of periodontal disease in the United States may be significantly higher than originally estimated.

This is according to research published in the Journal of Dental Research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) which suggests that the prevalence of periodontal disease may have been underestimated by as much as 50 per cent...Yikes!

You can read the full details here:

http://bit.ly/dCBAyn

Will this change the way you do anything in your practice? Patient communications, patient education literature, info on your web site?

I'm curious and hope this post will spark a lively discussion.

CEREC^® 25^th Anniversary Celebration (C25) will be held August 26 – 28^that Caesars Palace in Las Vegas

Charlotte, NC (May 21, 2010) - Sirona Dental Systems, LLC is celebrating the 25-year anniversary of its CEREC^® CAD/CAM system with a three-day CAD/CAM extravaganza geared toward all
dental and laboratory professionals.

The milestone CEREC 25^th Anniversary Celebration (C25) will take place August 26 – 28^th atCaesars Palace in Las Vegas. Participants can earn up to 18 CE credits while enjoying CAD/CAM-focused workshops, premium entertainment, and plenty of memorable celebrations among luxurious accommodations provided by Caesars Palace.

Following Sirona’s “CAD/CAM for Everyone” philosophy, the CEREC 25^th Anniversary program offers an extensive list of CAD/CAM courses for the entire dental team. Programs include clinical techniques, practice management, marketing, hygiene, and hands-on workshops. The celebration is open to all who want to advance their CAD/CAM education and experience. Attendees can also explore the C25 exhibit hall showcasing top dental companies and their products and services.

Sirona plans to present a “who's who” of digital dentistry during the CEREC 25^th Anniversary. An outstanding educational curriculum will be taught by the most prominent lecturers in the dental and lab community, including:

• Dr. Gordon Christensen
• Dr. Rella Christensen
• Dr. Dennis Fasbinder

• Mr. Jim Glidewell
• Dr. Paul Homoly
• Mr. Imtiaz Manji
• Dr. Edward A. McLaren
• Prof. Dr. Albert Mehl
• Dr. Mark Morin
• Prof. Dr. Werner H. Mörmann
• Mr. Bill Mrazek
• Dr. Sameer Puri
• Mr. Matt Roberts
• Dr. David Roessler
• Dr. Frank Spear
• Mr. Ingo Zimmer, and many more!
  

Attendees are also invited to celebrate in style at the sophisticated WHITE PARTY taking place at Pure Nightclub on Saturday night. The WHITE PARTY promises to be the hottest dental event of the decade! An “Entertainment-Only Pass” is also available for a spouse or guest who chooses to attend social events only.

“Attendees have the opportunity to build long-lasting business relationships and join thousands of fellow CEREC and inLab^® owners and educators by registering now for this once-in-a-lifetime event,” remarked Michael Augins, President of Sirona Dental Systems. “The C25 celebration is slated to be a great place for additional CAD/CAM education provided by the best in our field, as well as a great open communication forum for Sirona, our colleagues, clients, associates, and other professionals who hold the same interests. This event is intended for everyone, just as one of our top goals in the past 25 years has been providing accessible CAD/CAM for everyone.”

Moreover, doctors and laboratories are encouraged to take advantage of special early registration packages:

• Register in the months of May and/or June and receive Thursday (Aug. 26) night free at Caesars with full-price tuition
• Sign up in May & June: Bring along 2 staff/lab personnel members at regular tuition rate and get 1 staff member free!

About Sirona Dental Systems, LLC

Recognized as a leading global manufacturer of technologically advanced, high-quality dental equipment, Sirona has served equipment dealers and dentists worldwide for more than 125 years. Sirona develops, manufactures, and markets a complete line of dental products, including
CAD/CAM restoration equipment (CEREC^® and inLab^®); digital and film-based intraoral, panoramic, and cephalometric X-ray imaging systems; dental treatment centers; and handpieces. Visit http://www.sirona.com for more information about Sirona and its products.

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Houston, TX – May 13, 2010 – ClearCorrect^™, Inc., the clear alternative in advanced and affordable transparent orthodontic aligners, otherwise known as invisible braces, has expanded its 2010 spring/summer dental meeting schedule with exhibitor debuts at the following meetings:

• California Dental Association Scientific Session, Anaheim: May 14^th-16^th, booth #154
• Pacific Northwest Dental Conference, Seattle: June 17^th-18^th, booth #910
• Academy of General Dentistry Annual Meeting, New Orleans: July 8^th-11^th, booth #921
  

very successful during our exhibitor debuts for the Greater New York, Yankee and AAO meetings. Dentists looking for an affordable, clear alternative to braces obviously appreciate the opportunity to
speak to a ClearCorrect representative. Therefore, we’re doing everything we can to answer the questions of as many dentists as possible.”

While at the CDA and PNWDC meetings, ClearCorrect will be running a special promotion, whereby dentists who register to become ClearCorrect providers will receive a coupon to attend a full-day, CE-accredited workshop normally priced at $995.00 for the reduced fee of $895.00.

For newly registered ClearCorrect providers unable to attend the hands-on workshop, training webinars may be a more convenient option. The regular webinar fee is $995.00, but has
been reduced for CDA and PNWDC attendees to $895.00. What’s more, webinar participants
will receive 50% off one ClearCorrect case of their choice.

For updated workshop and webinar information, schedules, and registration, please call 1-888-331-3323, or visit http://www.clearcorrect.com/doctors/courseschedule.asp

During the AGD Meeting, of which ClearCorrect is a corporate sponsor, the company will be conducting a CE course on July 9^th, which will enable dentists to become ClearCorrect providers. The registration fee is $995.00, with AGD members receiving a $100.00 discount
($895.00).

In addition, each registered AGD member dentist will be able to bring one auxiliary at no charge. Additional auxiliary staff will be charged $200.00 each, and must attend the course with a registered doctor. Dentists interested in attending the course and becoming a provider can register through
the AGD, contacting Alexa Curtis at 1-800-243-3368 ext. 4339, or by sending an email to meetings@agd.org.