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DentalMonitoring: July Product Announcements
“We’re excited that our unique technology trusted by thousands of doctors and more than 1.5 million patients worldwide will now be available to enhance product capabilities, workflows and solutions throughout the dental world,” says DentalMonitoring
South Korea’s Metaverse Doctors Alliance to Adopt SOLVE Token as Payment Currency in the Healthcare Metaverse
Under this agreement, the SOLVE token will be adopted as the payment currency of choice for healthcare services rendered in South Korea’s upcoming Metaverse Clinic.
Europe's MDR May Be Hurting Innovation
Four startling conclusions from a Medtech Europe survey on how the new Medical Device Regulation (MDR) is impacting innovation in the EU.
How X-Trodes Is Redefining Electrophysiology Monitoring
The Israeli startup wants to bring medical-grade sleep monitoring capabilities to the home.
Dissociating Tissue into Single Cells Using Electric Fields
A team of scientists at Brown University has developed a technique that allows them to rapidly dissociate a tissue sample into individual cells. The approach involves placing a tissue sample, such as a tumor biopsy,
Nanoparticle Vaccine for Many SARS-Like Coronaviruses
Researchers at the California Institute of Technology, better known as Caltech, have developed a nanoparticle vaccine that appears to confer broad protection against SARS-like betacoronaviruses. This includes SARS-CoV-2, responsible for the current pandemic, and SARS-CoV,
Invitae to Lay Off More Than 1K in Massive Restructuring Plan
The San Francisco, CA-based company said it was also exiting some of its under-performing businesses and reduce the more than 100 countries it serves to a dozen.
After Regulatory Bumps, Apex Wins FDA Nod Renuvion
The product was previously subject to two FDA consumer warnings for use in medical aesthetics, but now sees clearance for neck and chin skin tightening.
Hip Innovation Technology Presents Data Demonstrating the Potential Utility of its Novel Hip Replacement System in Addressing Instability Following Total Hip Arthroplasty
The findings further validate and strengthen the importance for their soon-to-launch FDA-approved IDE pivotal trial, which will evaluate the effectiveness and safety of the Reverse HRS in subjects undergoing primary THA.
The Pros And Cons Of Dental Implants
As the quote says, ‘The best thing you can wear is your smile.’ That’s very agreeable as it accentuates your face and gives you your best look. However, some people tend to feel discouraged showing
Neuronetics Takes on Anxious Depression with New Indication
The Malvern, PA-based company said FDA cleared its NeuroStar Advanced Therapy for Mental Health for Major Depressive Disorder.
This Surgical Robotics Company Has All the Momentum with Rebranding
Dvir Cohen, CEO of Momentis Surgical, joins Let’s Talk Medtech to discuss the company's rebranding.
Stimdia Stimulates Pivotal Study with New Financing
The company’s pdSTIM System provides temporary stimulation to strengthen the diaphragm in patients on mechanical ventilation.
Premier Members Select KARL STORZ CanaryBox ® to be Showcased at Innovation Celebration
CanaryBox was debuted during the conference’s annual Innovation Showcase, an event recognizing advancements in healthcare and highlighting suppliers dedicated to driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Brain-Computer Interface Tech Hits a Huge Milestone
Synchron, a rival to Elon Musk's Neuralink, has completed a first-in-human implant of its brain-computer interface device in the United States. The first U.S. human procedure was performed at Mount Sinai Health System in New
4 Important Reasons to Stay Calm After an Accident
Being involved in a car accident can be physically and emotionally traumatic. Directly following your crash, your body will be flooded with adrenaline, and it can be challenging to stay calm. That being said, staying
5 Impressive Benefits of Getting Veneers
Do you tone down your smile when posing for pictures, or do you always cover your smile when laughing with family or friends? If you are ashamed of your smile, it can greatly impact many
Surgical Dressing Helps Kill Melanoma, Regenerate Healthy Cells
Scientists at the University of Nottingham in the UK have created a surgical dressing that is specifically designed to facilitate and enhance photothermal therapy following melanoma resection. The dressing allows for near-infrared photothermal therapy that
Artificial Ventricle Mimics Helical Muscle Fibers
Researchers at Harvard developed a technique that lets them recreate the helical arrangement of cardiac muscle fibers within the heart ventricles in a bioengineered construct. The breakthrough could pave the way for artificial bioengineered hearts.
Smart Textiles Recognize Body Movements
Engineers at MIT have developed smart textiles that can detect and recognize body movements. The garments fit snugly, and contain a network of pressure sensors that can detect movement, and in conjunction with machine learning