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Dental Daily News 2001 p2:

Details on ViziLite available on www.zila.com
Zila, Inc. has announced that details on the science, performance, and market potential of the Company's newly acquired ViziLite(TM) oral examination device have been posted as a slide show at www.zila.com.
Start the New Year off
If you haven't had your teeth and gums examined lately, now is a good time to resolve that good oral health is part of a healthful lifestyle and start the New Year off by scheduling a dental visit, says the American Dental Association.
Soft drinks may increase caries
Frequent exposure to sugar-sweetened soft drinks increases risk for dental caries (tooth decay), according to an American Dental Association (ADA) report to its policy-making body during the association's recent Annual Session.
Thumb sucking and a child's bite
Many experts say children can safely suck their thumbs or pacifiers until they enter school, but a new study published in the December issue of the Journal of the American Dental Association suggests if the behavior persists after age two, children's bite may be affected.
Dental HMO announces new ownership, new leadership and a new focus on benefits and quality plans
Preferred Dental Plan Inc., a Newport Beach dental HMO, was bought out of receivership by a Southern California dentist.
Study shows effectiveness of Arestin in the adjunctive treatment of periodontal disease
Results published in the November issue of the Journal of Periodontology.
Hawaii Dental Association endorses CareCredit
The HDA joins an impressive list of national and state associations that exclusively endorse CareCredit to their members.
NYU College of Dentistry to eliminate two-year advanced placement program
Goal is to give all students access to the same experience
Good oral hygiene habits key to battle against periodontal disease
People who practice good oral hygiene may be doing more for themselves than creating and insuring beautiful smiles, says one of the country's leading periodontists.
The King of the Jungle had a toothache
In 1898, a pair of male lions killed 135 workers constructing a bridge in Africa, halting production for months. Studies now say it could have been because of a toothache.