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Tooth enamel structure and composition revealed in 3-D nanoscale maps

Using atom probe tomography, researchers produce first ever 3-D nanoscale maps of composition and structure of mature human dental enamel.
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Sinclair Lewis

“People will buy anything that is one to a customer.”
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Synchrotron-radiation-based X-ray micro-computed tomography reveals dental bur debris under dental composite restorations

Dental burs are used extensively in dentistry to mechanically prepare tooth structures for restorations (fillings), yet little has been reported on the bur debris left behind in the teeth, and whether it poses potential health risks to patients. Here it is aimed to image dental bur debris under dental fillings, and allude to the potential health hazards that can be caused by this debris when left in direct contact with the biological surroundings, specifically when the debris is made of a non-biocompatible material. Non-destructive micro-computed tomography using the BioMedical Imaging & Therapy facility 05ID-2 beamline at the Canadian Light Source was pursued at 50?keV and at a pixel size of 4?µm to image dental bur fragments under a composite resin dental filling. The bur’s cutting …

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‘Stranger Things’ Star Gaten Matarazzo — Grinnin’ Wide … Fake Teeth and All

Gaten Matarazzo isn't shy about his missing teeth on ” Stranger Things ” … and he isn't ashamed to admit he rocks dentures in real life. We got the 13-year-old actor in NYC where he talked about playing Dustin, the show's incredible success and his front teeth.

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Heinrich Heine

“There are more fools in the world than there are people.”
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Microleakage in Contemporary Esthetic Restorations Following Cyclic Wet-Dry Storage

Conclusion Occlusal and gingival sealing ability of flowable resin composite bonded with self-etch, 1-step adhesive is the most affected following cyclic wet-dry storage. Selection of such restorative option accordingly is not suggested for patients suffering dry mouth. (Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research)
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New dental office in Elkin Village –

Dr. William Radford Jr. and his wife Rebecca Radford open up a new dental office in Elkin on Sept. 1. A new business, The Radford Family Dental Office, is opening up in Elkin on Sept.

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Tom Robbins

“Disbelief in magic can force a poor soul into believing in government and business.”
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Composition, phase analysis, biaxial flexural strength, and fatigue of unshaded versus shaded Procera zirconia ceramic

Recent interest in shaded zirconia has raised questions about the relative stability of the tetragonal phase after colorant oxide additions. (Source: Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry)
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Jaw Bone Osteogenesis Following Injection of Gel Containing Bone-Augmenting Agents

The degeneration of alveolar bone is a precursor to tooth loss and an ongoing issue for those who already wear dentures. Efforts to regenerate bone using agents such as recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein 2 have been challenging, since high levels of such growth factors can trigger inflammation and tumorigenesis.

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