COLUMBIA, MO.— Nanova Biomaterials Inc., a company that grew out of research conducted at the University of Missouri, is manufacturing its first product from a plant in Columbia. The company began manufacturing a fluoride dental varnish called StarBright about a month ago after the product received approval from the Food and Drug Administration. It held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday at its $1.5 million plant in Columbia.

Hao Li, Nanova co-founder of the company and Missouri associate engineering professor, said the company hopes to have the dental varnish on the market in December.

"Getting FDA clearance is very time-consuming, so we are pretty proud" we got "everything done in a year," Li said. "That's pretty fast, I think."

Nanova was in founded in 2007 and Nanova Biomaterials was created in 2013. It uses nanotechnology to produce particles with new properties. For example, the dental varnish contains more fluoride than other products on the market, The Columbia Daily Tribune reports (https://bit.ly/1u0Q4rd ).

The company currently employs 13 people other than two university researchers who are company founders. It hopes to double its workforce by 2016 and create up to 50 jobs in the next five years.

Nanova also is working on a filling material for dental cavities that Li expects will receive FDA approval by next summer or fall.

The company has received $50,000 through the Development Tax Credit Program and it has been approved $11,500 through the Missouri Works Training Program. Nanova also has been authorized to receive $564,000 in benefits through the Missouri Quality Jobs program but it has not yet received those benefits.

Li, a native of China, has attracted investors from that country. The Chinese venture capital firm SummitView Capital has announced plans to invest $7 million in the company and the Chinese government also approved an $8 million loan package that Nanova could use to finance its growth, Li said.

Source: BMD.com

Oct. 31, 2014 (HealthDay News) — Dentists are uniquely placed to identify patients with diabetes and those with diabetes who are at risk for complications, according to an article published in the October issue of Clinical Diabetes.

Satheesh Elangovan, BDS, ScD, DMSc, from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry in Iowa City, and colleagues discuss the interrelationships between diabetes and dental conditions, providing insights for both dental and medical professionals.

The researchers note that more older people visit a dentist than a primary care physician (in 2011, about 58% of those aged ≥ 65 years visited a dentist versus 38% who visited a primary care doctor). Diabetes has several oral manifestations and dentists can potentially identify patients with diabetes who are at risk. Patients could be placed on a recall program as a preventive measure, providing an opportunity for monitoring. Periodontal examinations can also be used to identify people with diabetes, with 92% accuracy seen in one study involving 506 dental patients. Dentists should also be trained to recognize patients at high risk for diabetes. Dentists and their auxiliary staff can also provide guidance for patients and help them attain glycemic control.

“With the projected rise in chronic diseases, including diabetes, and the growing shortage of primary care physicians, it is ever more important for dental and medical healthcare providers to work together closely to tackle this public health crisis,” the authors write.

Source: HealthDay

CHARLOTTE, NC – (November 11, 2014) -- Now through November 24, National Children’s Oral Health Foundation: America’s ToothFairy (NCOHF) will hold the Virtual ToothFairy Ball and Online Auction (https://www.ncohf.org/get-involved/toothfairy-ball). Along with other generous individuals and corporations, KaVo Kerr Group is donating five outstanding items that bidders can win. These include:

 A choice of handpieces from KaVo. The The KaVo handpiece collection is the market’s leading brand, offering superior performance, quiet operation, and durable quality. The winner can choose from the following award-winning air or electric highspeeds: MASTERtorque^TM M8900L, MASTERtorque Mini M4500L, or GENTLEpower^TM LUX 25LPR.

NOMAD^TM Handheld Intraoral X-Ray Device. The winner will be able to take exceptional images faster and spend more time with patients using the NOMAD Handheld Intraoral X-Ray Device. The NOMAD X-Ray system improves radiography convenience while allowing for quick image acquisition and minimizing the frustrations of wallmounted arm drift and retakes.

HELIOS 3000 Dental Light and installation. The Helios 3000 continues to lead the market with the ultimate LED performance. The winner will greatly benefit from this cutting-edge technology that enables color mixing, a no cure setting, and a crisp 3” x 6” light pattern that illuminates only where you need it to. This dental light offers optimal efficiency to help save energy and lifecycle costs. The Helios light requires specific mounting configurations, the cost of which is included in the auction.

In addition to dental products, KaVo Kerr Group made two experience-driven prizes available:

Luxury suite for 12 at Washington Capitals NHL Game. Winners will enjoy a fully furnished private suite for 12 guests to watch the Washington Capitals play the Detroit Red Wings on Saturday, January 10, 2015, at 7 p.m. This private suite at the Verizon Center includes theater style seats, a private lounge with two flat screen TVs, and a private restroom. Snacks and beverages will be provided.

Dinner for 6 at CityZen, The Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Washington, DC. More than just dinner, this is a sensory experience in modern American cuisine created with flair at award-winning CityZen. Food & Wine magazine has called CityZen “one of the hottest restaurants in the world.” Good for any Friday or Saturday in January 2015, for up to 6 guests.

All auction items can be viewed at:

https://events.lite.readysetauction.com/nationalchildrensoralhealthfound/auction2014.

All event proceeds will be allocated to smile-saving programs for vulnerable children across the country, and every participating dental practice will receive access to free marketing and outreach tools.

“A virtual event such as this is in keeping with the NCOHF commitment to getting the money we raise directly to the children who need it most. The overhead for the event is low because our Affiliates and the communities they serve are our top priority,” said Henk van Duijnhoven, Senior Vice President of the KaVo Kerr Group and Chairman of the Board of Directors for NCOHF.

“If KaVo Kerr Group product donations can help generate interest in this event and funds for the many exciting NCOHF programs, then it is our pleasure to make them available.”

NCOHF: America’s ToothFairy is dedicated to raising awareness of the #1 chronic childhood illness: pediatric dental disease, facilitating the delivery of comprehensive oral health services and eliminating this preventable disease from future generations. With a growing Affiliate Network of exemplary non-profit community programs, Kids Club, and professional and student service programs, America’s ToothFairy is building a powerful, united effort to eliminate tooth decay and protect the smiles of vulnerable children. Since 2006, America’s ToothFairy has distributed more than $14 million in vital community-based programs, educational materials, oral care products, and financial grants. For more information, please visit www.ncohf.org.

About KaVo Kerr Group

KaVo Kerr Group is a global portfolio of leading dental brands that share common values of Trust, Experience, Choices, Quality and Smart Innovation. Brands include KaVo, Kerr, Kerr Total Care, Pentron, Axis|Sybron Endo, Orascoptic, Pelton & Crane, Marus, Gendex, DEXIS, Instrumentarium, SOREDEX, i-CAT, NOMAD, Implant Direct, DUX Dental and Ormco. With over 500 years of combined experience and proven solutions, KaVo Kerr Group uniquely serves 99% of all dental practices. Visit www.kavokerrgroup.com for more information. 

Broomall, PA – November 24, 2014 – PeriRx LLC, a premier developer of breakthrough, non-invasive, oral diagnostic technology, will be making its national debut at booth #1506 during the Greater New York Dental Meeting from Sunday, November 30th to Wednesday, December 3rd at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City.

“We’re very excited to be making our official debut at the Greater New York Dental Meeting,” said Stephen M. Swanick, CEO and founder of PeriRx, LLC. “We’re using a variety of ways to engage with members of the dental community and tell them about SaliMark™ OSCC, the most clinically-advanced salivary test for oral cancer, which is scheduled to ship before the end of the year.”

Development of this simple-to-use, painless and noninvasive test was based on the strong scientific foundation of NIH-funded research with initial discovery and pre-validation work conducted by Dr. David Wong of the University of California at Los Angeles. What’s more, more than a decade of National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research and National Institute of Health- supported research make SaliMark™ OSCC the world’s most scientifically-validated molecular DNA biomarker test for oral squamous cell carcinoma.

In addition to exhibiting at booth #1506, PeriRx will be introducing SaliMark OSCC in the following ways:

• Free CE Course: “Salivary Testing for Early Diagnosis of Oral Cancer" (course code #3240) will be given on Sunday November 30th, 2014 at 9am. Attendees will receive $15.00 lunch voucher at the end of the course which can be used at any Javits restaurant. Course presenters are Jack Martin, MD, Neil Gottherer, DDS and Mark Cohen, DDS.

• Free Industry Reception: This press conference for the entire industry will feature some late-breaking research data presented by the PeriRx executive team that further confirms the efficacy of SaliMark OSCC for early oral cancer detection. Several other industry leaders are expected to say a few words regarding the importance of these latest findings. This free event will take place on Monday, December 1st from 3:00 - 4:00 PM at booth # 5430.

• Free SaliMark OSCC Test Kit: Any dental practice owner who pre-registers and creates a PeriRx online ordering account, will receive one free SaliMark test Kit in order to get familiar with the test, the protocol and the lab results. Simply visit https://perirxsecure.com/register.php to register your practice and set up an account.*

For more information about PeriRx, LLC or its SaliMark OSCC salivary test for oral cancer, visit www.PeriRx.com, call 610-544-3500 or send an email to info@PeriRx.com.

* Not yet approved for sale in the state of New York. New York practice owners who register online will be kept on file and notified immediately when SaliMark is approved for sale and use in their state.

About SaliMark™ OSCC

Development of this simple-to-use, painless and noninvasive test was based on the strong scientific foundation of NIH-funded research with initial discovery and pre-validation work conducted by Dr. David Wong of the University of California at Los Angeles. The SaliMark OSCC test also has the distinction of being the first of its kind assay in the world to aid in the identification and early detection of oral lesions at the highest risk for cancer. Recently, the SaliMark OSCC test underwent a PRoBE (prospective-specimen-collection, retrospective-blinded-evaluation) design study which is the most rigorous biomarker validation available. In addition, PeriRx successfully completed a validation of the mRNA markers at the University of Michigan, Michigan State University and the St. Johns Providence Health System in Detroit. 

About PeriRx LLC

Based in Broomall, Pennsylvania, PeriRx LLC is a premier developer of breakthrough, non-invasive, oral diagnostic technology that will help clinical professionals detect and treat diseases sooner and enhance the practice of wellness management.

The company was founded in 2008 to explore, innovate, and develop novel therapeutics or devices focused on the oral inflammatory/systemic connection. The PeriRx executive team consists of CEO and founder Stephen M. Swanick, an entrepreneur and experienced drug and device development professional; Dr. Neil Gottehrer, a practicing dentist; and Dr. Jack Martin, a cardiologist. 

PeriRx obtained its patented and patent-pending technologies from inventor Dr. David Wong’s firm RNAmeTRIX and the Regents of the University of California at Los Angeles. PeriRx and RNAmeTrix have ongoing agreements which ensure the continuing research and development necessary to advance product development from clinical trial, through regulatory approval, and into commercialization. 

Richardson, TX --November 24, 2014-- Planmeca University is taking the Digital Dentistry Certification to a whole new level. In 2007, the Chairside Dental Designer program (C.D.D.) was introduced with the objective of encouraging the opportunities for growth and proficiency of dental assistants and dental technicians within CAD/CAM chairside dentistry. Since then, the program has grown to over 250 C.D.D.s strong. The C.D.D. program has been redesigned and renamed to Certified in Digital Dentistry, representing dentistry’s rapidly evolving digital environment and creating additional possibilities for professional growth within the digital dental world. CAD/CAM related groups/specialties within the program include Scanning, Designing, and Finishing - each specialty with their own unique requirements.

The digital dentistry certification program is a two-part study program (online and hands-on) taught by experienced faculty who are leaders in their fields. "Whether you are just starting your journey in Digital Dentistry or sharpening your skill set, the educational opportunities are endless with this easily accessible learning platform. We are so excited to see our C.D.D. community develop into a close-knit clinical team of exceptional dental professionals bringing additional value and proficiency to their practices," said Ashley Truitt, Director of Clinical Education.

Courses are organized around experiential activities to help dental professionals develop new skills and acquire additional proficiencies that can be used daily, as well as to advance their careers. An annual renewal process ensures that those who carry the C.D.D. designation keep up with the latest in technology in their field. For more information or to register, please visit e4d.com/digital-dentistry-certification.

About Planmeca University-E4D Technologies

Since 2007, Planmeca University has trained more than 10,000 dentists, assistants and technicians in the rapidly evolving world of digital dentistry. Planmeca University, located on the E4D Technologies campus is a state-of-the-art learning center focused on the continuing education and training requirements of the dental profession. Central to the program is the idea that developing a sustained critical practice is essential to better clinical outcomes, practice proficiency and creating a dynamic career in digital dentistry. The Planmeca University is dedicated to advancing dentistry through utilization of the latest digital technologies, techniques and materials, and a first-class learning experience. For more information visit e4d.com. 

The purpose of this social media campaign is to engage our online community through posting ‘selfies’ of completed Zirlux restorations. We would like to showcase our dental laboratories that currently use Zirlux, and therefore initiated a sweepstakes where dental laboratories using Zirlux have the chance to win a $100.00 Amazon gift certificate for sharing their Zirlux restoration.

In order to enter the contest, please take a photo of your completed Zirlux restoration and email the photo to Zahn.DentalMarketing@henryschein.com. When submitting the entry, please make sure to include your first & last name, email address, phone number, state, zip code and country along with a brief description of the photo. All entries will be posted on Facebook and Instagram. Please make sure to like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/zahndental and follow us on Instagram at www.instagram.com/henryschein.

Alternative entiries should consist of a legibly handwritten post-card with your name, laboratory name, phone number, email, city, state and zip code to: Zahn Dental Marketing – Zirlux Sweepstakes, 135 Duryea Road, E-135, Melville, New York 11747 and request to be entered into the Zahn Dental Zirlux Selfie Sweepstakes. All information must be provided in order to be eligible for the drawing. Post-card entries will be entered into the sweepstakes in the month the post-card is received.

This contest is open to dental laboratories and their staff who are legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia (except residents of Puerto Rico and Vermont and physician owned dental laboratories) who are at least 18 years of age or the age of majority in their state of residence, whichever is greater at the time of entry.

Prizes: Winners will receive a $100.00 Amazon gift certificate. There will be a total of three winners selected.

Rules/restrictions: Dental laboratories that bill Medicare, Medicaid or Tricare are not eligible to participate. The photo submitted must be a picture that you took yourself and is therefore your own. Your entry should include a photo of a completed Zirlux restoration that was a case from your laboratory and your laboratory only. One entry per laboratory per month permitted.

Deadline: January 31, 2015 at 11:59pm est

Winners will be announced: Winners will be notified on or before February 16, 2015.

You can find the Official Rules on Zahn's website at www.zahndental.com

Copenhagen, Nov. 19th, 2014 - 3Shape, a leading global innovator of digital 3D solutions for dental and orthodontic clinics and labs, has brought together five leading orthodontists from around the world to form the first 3Shape Orthodontics Advisory Board.

The Orthodontics Advisory Board will work together with 3Shape to improve patient care and help the company better support orthodontia needs.

The Orthodontics Advisory Board created a four-point plan to achieve goals.

1. Provide 3Shape with feedback on present digital technologies

2. Recommend actionable steps to improve patient care, existing workflows and solutions

3. Identify unmet needs in the orthodontic market

4. Share best practices within the orthodontic community

"Perhaps no other branch in dental care benefits more from digital technology than orthodontics. 3Shape solutions enable orthodontists and labs to digitally plan, simulate, manage and even build orthodontic appliances as well as store and exchange patient dental impressions. This is a radical leap for many in the industry. The advisory board allows us to work closer with the sector’s key opinion leaders. Their insight is essential in achieving our goal of improving patient care, and in many ways, defining the future of digital orthodontics,” says Flemming Thorup, CEO for 3Shape.

“The advantages of intraoral scanning in orthodontic clinics are so powerful with the model storage savings, communication, reduced chair time, and efficient treatment planning software tools – that success in the market will soon be defined by those who have adapted to the technology,” says Dr. Carlo Marassi, 3Shape Orthodontics Advisory Board Member

3Shape orthodontic solutions enable orthodontists and orthodontic labs to plan, manage patient care as well as drive hands-free manufacturing of orthodontic appliances using CAM equipment. In addition, digital solutions enable orthodontists and labs to do away with gypsum models, which eliminates the need for storage space and reduces environmental impact. The TRIOS® digital impression solution provides easy full-bite impression taking, digital accuracy of occlusion, and increased patient satisfaction.

The five members of the 3Shape Orthodontics Advisory Board are all respected leaders in orthodontics and recognized digital experts. They each bring a unique insight into the strategies and procedures they practice in patient care. The board members are Dr. Lars Christensen (UK), Dr. Carlo Marassi (Brazil), Dr. Santiago Isaza Penco (Italy), Dr. Jean-Marc Retrouvey (Canada) and Dr. Alain Souchet (France).

About 3Shape

3Shape is a Danish company specializing in the development and marketing of 3D scanners and CAD/CAM software solutions. 3Shape envisions the age of “full digital dentistry,” and its nearly 500 employees, including more than 200 developers provide superior innovation power toward reaching this goal. 3Shape’s solutions are applied in thousands of labs in more than 100 countries worldwide, putting 3Shape technologies at the peak of the market in relation to units produced per day by dental technicians. With TRIOS®, 3Shape brings its vast expertise and innovation power directly to dentists. 3Shape boosts its first-line distributor support network with a training and support force of over 60 in-house experts placed in 5 support and service centers strategically located around the globe. 3Shape is a privately-held company headquartered in Copenhagen, with the market’s largest team dedicated to scanner and software development for the dental segment based in Denmark and Ukraine, production facilities in Poland, and Business Development & Support Offices at several locations in Europe, in North America, Latin America and in Asia.

For further information regarding 3Shape, please refer to www.3shapedental.com. Visit us on www.facebook.com/3shape, or view our mobile site on m.3shapedental.com. 

Tuscaloosa, Ala., -- Nov. 18, 2014 -- Southland Benefit Solutions announces coverage, effectively immediately, for a periodontal medicament carrier, an innovative tool used to deliver medication below the gums. Southland is the first carrier to announce the coverage decision in a move to position the company as a benefits leader. This decision signals the company’s commitment to provide comprehensive solutions for treatment and wellness.

A periodontal medicament carrier, best known as a Perio Tray® (Perio Protect, St. Louis, MO), places medication deep into periodontal pockets, the space between teeth and gums that can harbor bacteria. In healthy gum tissue the pocket is 1-3 mm deep. When the pocket becomes infected, the space can exceed 3mm, depths almost impossible to clean with toothbrush, rinses or floss.

Signs of infection and gum disease include bleeding or inflamed gums, tenderness, swelling, foul odors and longer appearing teeth. Gum disease is prevalent in the US. The Center for Disease Control estimates that 47% of Americans have periodontitis. Millions more have gingivitis. The seriousness of the numbers are compounded by the associations between gum disease and systemic diseases like cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s, and diabetes.

Perio Trays® are proven to deliver medication to fight infections. They have an internal peripheral seal fabricated to place medication deep into pockets. Patients can only obtain a prescription Perio Tray through a licensed dentist who will develop and monitor a comprehensive treatment plan according to individual patient conditions.

Southland expects that research, showing improvements in pocket depths and bleeding conditions with Perio Tray delivery, will translate into both better treatment outcomes for patients and a reduction in long-term health costs. In a July 2014 survey of dentists with extensive experience prescribing Perio Trays, conducted by Perio Protect and Actuarial Worksite Marketing, surgical costs were reduced by 43%, extractions were reduced by 35%, repetitive procedures to clean teeth below the gums were reduced by 32%, and patient satisfaction was 100%.

Within the competitive marketplace of dental insurance, Southland competes by identifying effective new technology that improves patient health and decreases costs and by putting beneficiaries first. For additional information on Southland Benefit Solutions visit www.southlandbenefit.com. Perio Tray® information is available at www.perioprotect.com. 

DAVIE, Fla. – November 18, 2014 – Dental Fix RX, a national mobile dental equipment repair franchisor, announced today that it has established a new partnership with Doctor Clean RX. Based in South Florida, Doctor Clean is a full service company that not only cleans dental practices, but also cleans the dental equipment inside.

“Both Dental Fix and Doctor Clean are devoted to providing phenomenal dental service quality and convenience,” said Dental Fix CEO, David Lopez. “This new relationship will greatly benefit the South Florida dental industry and I believe we can assist these dentists even further by introducing them to all-new services.”

Established in 2009, Dental Fix RX is a mobile dental equipment repair business that focuses on customized services that produce high-quality repairs in a short amount of time. Dental Fix is committed to the repair, service, and maintenance of all types of dental equipment.

The new partnership will allow Dental Fix franchise owner/operators to introduce their customers to Doctor Clean’s unique business model of offering custom cleaning packages to fit the needs of all types of dentists. Doctor Clean utilizes locally owned and operated agents who are trained by a dedicated dental industry expert to ensure first class service and quality. Once a dentist becomes a Doctor Clean Customer, the first cleaning is free.

“Doctor Clean is grateful for the relationship and excited about the possibility of helping Dental Fix customers,” said Jeremy Mathis, CEO of Doctor Clean. “We expect this relationship to create hundreds of new customers and I believe that all great companies, such as Dental Fix, have even greater customers.”

Doctor Clean RX has been servicing dental offices since 1985. After recognizing a need among many dentists, the company began providing solutions to an unmet set of problems.

“We have had great reactions from all of the dentists we have spoken with. They understand how we add value to their practice, thus causing us to receive a tremendous interest for our services,” said Mathis. “Dental Fix RX is a great company, and we are confident that our newly established relationship with them will prime us for accelerated business growth.”

About Dental Fix RX

Dental Fix RX combines centralized technological and account management services with a unique national network of locally owned and operated industry professionals. Each professional is equipped with "state of the art" mobile service centers. Dental Fix delivers on-site personalized service for dentists' repair and new equipment needs. For more information or for franchise opportunities in your area, call 800-586-0340 or visit www.dentalfixrx.com.

About Doctor Clean RX

Doctor Clean RX is a full service cleaning and preventative maintenance company that focuses on dental practices. Each cleaning is performed by a local Doctor Clean business owner. Doctor Clean RX is the only cleaning company that cleans both the entire dental practice and the equipment. The company was founded by dental experts for dental experts. Cleanings are customized but complete, from the lights to the floor. For more information, call 786-277-4689 or visit https://www.doctorcleanrx.com. 

CHICAGO, November 17 — To address the crisis currently facing older Americans relative to their oral health, the Dental Trade Alliance Foundation (DTA Foundation) recently awarded Oral Health America (OHA) a $25,000 grant to create an oral health information system for pharmacists to better prepare them to answer the questions seniors have regarding oral health. Since 70% of older adults do not have dental insurance, their access to a dentist may be limited, but they may interact with pharmacists on a regular basis, making pharmacists an ideal oral health resource.

The DTA Foundation grant recognizes that oral health impacts overall health, and that there is an unmet need in reaching older adult consumers. The grant funds the creation of an oral health curriculum for pharmacists that will be test marketed through a regional professional development summit. It also provides funding for the creation of an online toolkit with educational information designed to assist pharmacists with providing information about oral health-related topics of interest to older adults. Additionally, the grant will enable the creation of plain language materials that pharmacists can have readily available at the pharmacy counter to answer the questions most frequently asked by older adults.

“The DTA Foundation grant offers OHA the opportunity to pilot an idea that capitalizes on the need to engage an inter-professional workforce in meeting the oral health needs of older Americans,” said OHA President and CEO Beth Truett. “Pharmacists are an ideal resource because they come in contact with older adults in natural community settings. We are grateful for this generous grant from the DTA Foundation which allows OHA to engage this important group of health professionals in educating older adult consumers.”

“The DTA Foundation remains committed to creating access to oral healthcare and sees this new opportunity with Oral Health America and pharmacists as a responsible way to leverage our resources to promote real change,” said Scott Parrish, DTA Foundation Chair and President of A-dec.OHA focuses on older adults through the Wisdom Tooth Project®, a program that connects older adults and caregivers to resources where they live and educates them about the importance of oral health. To learn more about OHA’s work for older adults, please visit www.oralhealthamerica.org and to access resources for older adults and their caregivers, please visit www.toothwisdom.org.

About Oral Health America

OHA's mission is to change lives by connecting communities with resources to drive access to care, increase health literacy and advocate for policies that improve overall health through better oral health for all Americans, especially those most vulnerable. Through Smiles Across America®, which serves 440,000 children annually, the Wisdom Tooth Project®, which reaches tens of thousands of older adults, and the Campaigns for Oral Health Equity, which prioritize oral health alongside other chronic diseases, OHA helps Americans of all ages to have a healthy mouth and to understand the importance of oral health for overall health.

For more information about Oral Health America, please visit www.oralhealthamerica.org.

Like Oral Health America on Facebook, Facebook.com/OralHealthAmerica.

Connect with Oral Health America on LinkedIn, linkedin.com/company/oral-health-america

Follow Oral Health America on Twitter, @Smile4Health.

About Dental Trade Alliance Foundation

The Dental Trade Alliance Foundation focuses on oral health and its connection to overall health, stewardship and projects that

have an enduring positive impact, with an overall goal to broaden oral healthcare awareness and access for those in need. To

learn more about the DTAF, please visit www.dentaltradealliance.org/foundation.