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Medical News Today: What to know about salivary stones

Stones can sometimes form in the salivary glands of the mouth. If a stone becomes large enough, it can block the gland, which can lead to pain and swelling. Salivary stones are rarely serious, and a person can often remove them at home. Learn how to get rid of them and when to see a doctor here. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

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What to know about salivary stones

Stones can sometimes form in the salivary glands of the mouth. If a stone becomes large enough, it can block the gland, which can lead to pain and swelling. Salivary stones are rarely serious, and a person can often remove them at home. Learn how to get rid of them and when to see a doctor here.
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“Military justice is to justice what military music is to music.”
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NEW PRODUCT LAUNCH: 3M Raises the Bar in Same-Day Dentistry

ST. PAUL ‚ Minn. – (Feb. 4, 2019)  – Chairside CAD/CAM dentistry has promised convenience since its inception, including the advent of the single-visit crown; however, with convenience can come compromise. While software and equipment technology has advanced continuously, materials have struggled to keep pace. A strong material might appear lifeless in the mouth, while a more esthetic material may crack or fracture. Recognizing the need for a well-balanced alternative that maximizes new high-speed sintering technology, 3M is introducing 3M ™ Chairside Zirconia – a new CAD/CAM zirconia block optimized for the fast-sintering CEREC® SpeedFire Furnace1. The new block offers an optimal blend of high strength and esthetics to go along with a fast sinterin…

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Is my jaw broken or dislocated?

Injuries to the jaw may cause a break, fracture, or dislocation. Other causes of dislocation include dental procedures or yawning. Treatment may include surgery. Learn more here.
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“We are here and it is now. Further than that all human knowledge is moonshine.”
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Bone resorption because of bruxism?

An implant was placed 3 months after extraction of a lower first molar, bone quality was good, implant was placed 1mm below bone and a cover screw was placed. 6 months after functional loading patient, who is bruxer, comes in and complains about suppurationThe postBone resorption because of bruxism? appeared first onOsseoNews Dental Implants. (Source: Dental Implants Discussed by Experts)
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A comparison of treatment effectiveness between clear aligner and fixed appliance therapies

ConclusionBoth clear aligners and braces were effective in treating malocclusion. Clear aligners had advantage in segmented movement of teeth and shortened treatment duration, but were not as effective as braces in producing adequate occlusal contacts, controlling teeth torque, and retention. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
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Introducing Fizz-Free February

The Faculty of General Dental Practice is encouraging dentists to support Fizz-Free February, a new campaign to encourage people to give up fizzy drinks for a month. (Source: NHS Networks)
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