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It was a first. When cosmetic dentistry’s premier organizations – the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the Dental University of Paris Study Group, the European Society of Cosmetic Dentistry, and the German Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry – gathered to bring the foremost cosmetic dental program in the world to London, England, September 23-25, 2010, it was the first international cosmetic dental conference of its kind. And the world’s leading dental educators took part.

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VERSAILLES, Ohio – (September 29, 2010) – Midmark Corporation and Direct Relief International today announced two milestones in equipment donations. By partnering in a long-term donation program, the organizations have donated more than 3,000 sterilizers and 6,000 exam tables to more than 71 medical facilities in 35 countries.

Direct Relief, a California-based nonprofit organization, provides critically needed equipment, supplies and medicines to local healthcare providers worldwide. Assistance programs offered by Direct Relief are tailored to each local partner’s needs and provide healthcare services to people in rural areas where significant health challenges exist. The partnership between Midmark and Direct Relief, which began more than 10 years ago, was created to build the capacity of local healthcare facilities in underserved areas worldwide. Through product promotions, Midmark continues to donate equipment needed for these underserved areas.

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REDISCOVER YOUR CHILDHOOD IN OPEN WIDE! TOOTHY TOYS THAT MADE US SMILE

BALTIMORE, MD (September 28, 2010) — Take a trip into the not-so-distant past to discover childhood toys with a toothy twist. Open Wide! Toothy Toys that Made Us Smile will be on view at the National Museum of Dentistry November 6, 2010 – January 30, 2011. From Play Doh’s Dr. Drill-n-Fill to an Evel Kneivel rocket toothbrush complete with launching ramp, see games, dolls, puzzles and character toothbrushes that will take you back to the days you were missing your two front teeth.

Read more: REDISCOVER YOUR CHILDHOOD IN OPEN WIDE!