“Traditions are group efforts to keep the unexpected from happening.”
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Neutron tomography: Insights into the interior of teeth, root balls, batteries, and fuel cells
(Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin f ü r Materialien und Energie) A team of researchers at Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin (HZB) and European Spallation Source (ESS) has now published a comprehensive overview of neutron-based imaging processes in the renowned journal Materials Today (impact factor 21.6). The authors report on the latest developments in neutron tomography, illustrating the possible applications using examples of this non-destructive method. Neutron tomography has facilitated breakthroughs in so diverse areas such as art history, battery research, dentistry, energy materials, industrial research, magnetism, palaeobiology and plant physiology. (Source: EurekAlert! – Biology)
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– June 10, 2018
Flannery O’Connor
“Everywhere I go I’m asked if I think the university stifles writers. My opinion is that they don’t stifle enough of them. There’s many a best-seller that could have been prevented by a good teacher.”
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– June 9, 2018
Medical News Today: How to treat a loose tooth in adults
Losing teeth is a regular part of growing up. In adults, however, loose teeth may be a cause for concern. Adult teeth are designed to last a lifetime and should not fall out. We explore reasons that teeth may loosen, including gum disease and osteoporosis. Learn about preventing further damage, treatments, and more. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
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– June 9, 2018
David Peterson
“If you don’t know what to do, call the media and at least give the appearance of doing something.”
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– June 8, 2018
Rural America Has Too Few Dentists — and Too Few Patients Who Can Pay
Discusses oral health needs and disparities in rural America, focusing on a rural town in West Virginia. Although things like workforce shortages and preventive services either being reimbursed at low rates or not being covered at all by Medicaid or Medicare can contribute to the problem, this also touches on the economic realities of rural America and how difficult it can be to afford care even when it is accessible. (May require subscription to view full article.) (Source: News stories via the Rural Assistance Center)
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– June 8, 2018
This Exhibition Has Real Bite
Everyone has them. Or if they don't, they wish they did. ” Teeth ,” a new exhibition at the Wellcome Collection , offers both a brief history of dentistry – making the visitor rejoice at living in the 21st century – and an often-surprising view of the feelings people harbor about their teeth.
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– June 8, 2018
Jules Feiffer
“Maturity is only a short break in adolescence.”
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– June 7, 2018
Ribbon cutting ceremony officially opens new Dentsply Sirona Academy, Charlotte
The innovative, centrally-located facility offers dental professionals a broad range of opportunities to learn through unique trainings, seminars, certifications and hands-on experiences.CHARLOTTE, N.C. (June 1, 2018)–Dentsply Sirona Inc., The Dental Solutions CompanyTM, celebrated the grand opening of its new state-of-the-art training facility, the Dentsply Sirona Academy, Charlotte (DSAC), with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, May 24, 2018.Set to loud applause from enthusiastic attendees, Dentsply Sirona CEO Don Casey cut the ceremonial ribbon and welcomed guests to tour the ultra-modern space located at 13320 Ballantyne Corporate Place in Charlotte.“It’s a very proud moment for the Dentsply Sirona team and I am honored to be a part of it,” remarked Mr. Casey. “The openin…
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– June 7, 2018
What is false about false teeth?
There is a false belief that when someone gets false teeth or dentures, they are through going to the dentist or spending money on their mouth. False teeth are made of plastic and like anything else, plastic doesn't last forever.
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– June 7, 2018
