Conclusion Orthodontic extrusion is being implemented as a treatment alternative to enhance hard and soft tissue prior to implant placement. While the current literature does not provide clear guidelines, the decision making for a specific approach seems to be based on the clinician’s preferences. Clinical studies are needed to verify the validity of this treatment option. (Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research)
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Orthodontic extrusion for pre-implant site enhancement: Principles and clinical guidelines
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– February 5, 2017
With Obamacare on the rocks, LA a mega-clinicsa could be in higher demand
Dr. Natalie Nevins, the medical director for a mega-clinic that starts Friday, gets a table ready at The Reef. Care Harbor, organizers of the annual health clinic, is returning to Los Angeles to help those in need of services they can't get, such as glasses, dentures, and hearing aids.
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– February 5, 2017
Frederick L Collins
“There are two types of people–those who come into a room and say, ‘Well, here I am!’ and those who come in and say, ‘Ah, there you are.'”
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– February 4, 2017
Paediatric dentistry–why caries?.
PAEDIATRIC DENTISTRY–WHY CARIES?. Prim Dent J. 2015 Nov;4(4):5 Authors: Welbury R PMID: 26966761 [PubMed – in process] (Source: Primary dental care : journal of the Faculty of General Dental Practitioners UK)
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– February 4, 2017
Family Dentistry Ephrata Cares for Your Smile
A healthy smile is more than just about looking good. When your teeth are strong and healthy, it's a good sign of overall health.
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– February 4, 2017
Oscar Levant
“There’s a fine line between genius and insanity. I have erased this line.”
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– February 3, 2017
Dean’s update.
DEAN’S UPDATE. Prim Dent J. 2015 Nov;4(4):7 Authors: Horton M PMID: 26966762 [PubMed – in process] (Source: Primary dental care : journal of the Faculty of General Dental Practitioners UK)
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– February 3, 2017
3D Systems to Transform Digital Dentistry with Acquisition of Dental Materials Pioneer NextDent
Together, 3D Systems' groundbreaking Figure 4 platform and NextDent's advanced 3D printing materials provide a strategic foothold in the multi-billion dollar digital dentistry opportunity. Vertex Dental and NextDent are leading global innovators and manufacturers of photopolymer, thermoplastic, polymer and monomer materials for traditional and 3D printing dental applications.
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– February 3, 2017
Anonymous
“Time is that quality of nature which keeps events from happening all at once. Lately it doesn’t seem to be working.”
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– February 2, 2017
Membership update.
MEMBERSHIP UPDATE. Prim Dent J. 2015 Nov;4(4):8-9 Authors: Kingston G PMID: 26966763 [PubMed – in process] (Source: Primary dental care : journal of the Faculty of General Dental Practitioners UK)
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– February 2, 2017
