A prospective clinical trial was conducted to assess the bacterial?inhibitory potential of 1% chlorhexidine (CHX) gel in the internal cavity of implant screw holes, when utilized at the time of implant placement. A total of 40 Straumann (S) and Nobel Biocare (N) implants were divided into test (ST or NT; implant + CHX gel) and control (SC or NC; implant only) groups. Total numbers of colony?forming units (CFUs ml?1) were assessed at a minimum of 3 months postsurgery by aerobic and anaerobic culture. A set of specimens was stained with Gram stain. The mean sample?collection time was 110 d for the test population and 98 d for the controls. The use of 1% CHX gel significantly reduced bacterial counts in both the ST and NT samples by over three logs compared with controls. No sta…
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By elkhornadmin
– September 29, 2015
Shane Guthrey of Fresno encourages people to take advantage of a free dental clinic coming to Fresno Oct. 2-3, 2015. Guthrey said a free dental clinic gave him dentures to replace the teeth he previously lost.
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– September 29, 2015
Periodontitis is a risk factor for heart disease. Now a team of researchers has shown that a periodontal pathogen causes changes in gene expression that boost inflammation and atherosclerosis in…
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– September 29, 2015
“When you encounter seemingly good advice that contradicts other seemingly good advice, ignore them both.”
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– September 28, 2015
In conclusion, amalgam showed reduced secondary caries progression in dentin in gaps compared to composite materials tested in this in situ model.Caries Res 2015;49:557-563 (Source: Caries Research)
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By elkhornadmin
– September 28, 2015
A new Aspen Dental is opening in Richmond, Kentucky on Thursday, September 17. Located at 1072 Barnes Mill Road, the conveniently-located practice will provide dental services that range from dentures and preventive care to general dentistry and restoration. Dr. David Devito, lead dentist at the Richmond, Kentucky office, received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at the University of Kentucky.
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By elkhornadmin
– September 28, 2015
A new study has confirmed that regular smokers have a significantly increased risk of tooth loss.Male smokers are up to 3.
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By elkhornadmin
– September 28, 2015
Dr. Angela Harrell, a leading Ortonville dental implant dentist, recently completed her dental implant fellowship at the renowned Misch Implant Institute. Dr. Harrell, who operates Brandon Family Dental, finished her fellowship Sept.
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By elkhornadmin
– September 27, 2015
Researchers at the University of Birmingham have shown how the development of coated silica nanoparticles could be used in restorative treatment of sensitive teeth and preventing the onset of tooth…
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– September 27, 2015
ConclusionThis study highlights the importance of standardizing the thermoforming process, as this has a significant effect on the quality and material distribution of the resultant product. In particular, greater model inclination is advised as this optimizes the thickness of the anterior sulcus of the mouthguard which may be more prominently at risk from sport?related impact. (Source: Dental Traumatology)
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– September 26, 2015
