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Partial-prep bonded restorations in the anterior dentition: Long-term gingival health and predictability. A case report

Molina, Ivan Contreras / Molina, Gil Contreras / Stanley, Kyle / Lago, Carlo / Xavier, Clessius Ferreira / Volpato, Claudia Angela MazieroPage 9 – 16Bonded porcelain restorations are a predictable and durable treatment option that can restore not only the strength and function of the teeth but also the esthetic appearance. One important issue in adhesive dentistry is the preservation of sound enamel. Following biomimetic principles, employing minimally invasive applications and adhesive technologies is of paramount importance for successful restorations. While it is widely accepted that minimally invasive restorative techniques should be favored, there is still some controversy over the noninvasive approaches. The purpose of this article is to question the complete “no-prep veneer” concept…

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Free dental care offered this weekend in Phoenix

PHOENIX – Free dental care is being offered up this weekend at the Arizona State Fairgrounds. The Central Arizona Dental Society Foundation is hosting its fourth annual Dental Mission of Mercy event at the Veteran’s Memorial Coliseum on Friday and Saturday.

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Jean Paul Richter

“A timid person is frightened before a danger, a coward during the time, and a courageous person afterward.”
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Restorative Outcomes of a Minimally Invasive Restorative Approach Based on Atraumatic Restorative Treatment to Manage Early Childhood Caries: A Randomised Controlled Trial

A pragmatic randomised controlled trial comparing a minimally invasive approach based on atraumatic restorative treatment (ART) procedures (test) was tested against the standard-care approach (control) to treat early childhood caries (ECC) in a primary-care setting in Perth, W.A., Australia. Parent/child dyads with ECC were allocated to the test or control group using stratified block randomisation. Children were examined at baseline and follow-up by two calibrated examiners blinded to group allocation status. Dental therapists trained in ART provided treatment to the test group and dentists treated the control group. Restoration quality was evaluated at follow-up using the ART criteria. Data were analysed on an intention-to-treat basis; test of proportions, Wilcoxon rank test and logistic…

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Patricia Takacs, DMD and Her Family Create an Inspiring ‘Dental…

Over the years, her practice, Beaumont Family Dentistry, has served thousands of patients of all ages with a focus on patient care, comfort and, as she wrote in a chapter she recently contributed to the bestselling anthology A Cup of Coffee With My Dentist , an experience “that exceeds their expectations in every area of contact.” in 2012 and 2013, the high tech family and cosmetic dentistry practice has grown to three thriving locations- testament to the trust Dr. Takacs and her team have fostered in their community and their belief that as new developments are built, their residents will make Beaumont Family Dentistry their first choice for dental services.

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Aural feedback for oral hygiene

Build a better toothbrush.Researchers in Japan have discovered that how effectively we clean our teeth and how satisfied we are with the brushing job we do depends a lot on the sound of the…
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Artemus Ward

“Why is this thus? What is the reason for this thusness?”
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Efficacy of antimicrobial solutions against polymicrobial root canal biofilm

ConclusionsOverall, 2.5% NaOCl dissolved and killed bacteria significantly more efficiently when used against polymicrobial mature biofilm on human dentine. Cetrimide improved the antimicrobial activity of chlorhexidine and alexidine.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)

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Popping pills can affect oral health

THE next time you pop a pill, ask yourself this question: What will this medicine do to my mouth and teeth? Many medications can affect your oral health. In addition to prescribed and over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, minerals and herbal supplements can also cause oral health issues.

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Arthur C. Clarke

“It may be that the old astrologers had the truth exactly reversed, when they believed that the stars controlled the destinies of men. The time may come when men control the destinies of stars.”
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