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Treatment seeking behaviour in southern Chinese elders with chronic orofacial pain: a qualitative study

Conclusions: This qualitative study observed that elderly people affected by chronic OFP symptoms in Hong Kong sought many different ways to manage their pain including traditional and complementary approaches. The role of the dentist in dealing with chronic OFP is unclear. Multiple barriers exist to accessing care for chronic OFP. The findings may be used to inform future chronic OFP management strategies in Hong Kong. (Source: BMC Oral Health – Latest articles)

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The Market for Used Dentures

Justin Hunter buys and sells used dental equipment. In the course of his business, he comes across a lot of other unusual items, and then explores the market for them.

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ADA issues disease prevention paper

The most cost-effective way to ensure optimal dental health in children and adults is through prevention, education and behavioral modifications, the Association said in a disease prevention paper posted online Jan. 24. This is the first of two newly named Action for Dental Health papers that will address the importance of disease prevention.

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Jean Cocteau

“The actual tragedies of life bear no relation to one’s preconceived ideas. In the event, one is always bewildered by their simplicity, their grandeur of design, and by that element of the bizzare which seems inherent in them.”
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Blended learning in situated contexts: 3?year evaluation of an online peer review project

ConclusionsEstablishment of online student learning communities through a blended approach to learning stimulated motivation and intellectual engagement, thereby supporting a situated approach to cognition. Sociocultural perspectives indicate that novice–expert interactions supported student development of professional identities. (Source: European Journal of Dental Education)

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Promoting her MTV Unplugged gig in which Miley will surrender the smoke and mirrors of dancefloor anthems in exchange for stripped-back acoustics the exhibitionist strips topless.

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Dentists, dental hygienist among top 10 best jobs in U.S.

Among the best occupations of 2014, two dental-related professions cracked the top 10, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 100 Best Jobs of 2014 published Jan. 23.

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Efficacy of xylene and passive ultrasonic irrigation on remaining root filling material during retreatment of anatomically complex teeth

ConclusionsFilling materials were not completely removed by any of the retreatment procedures. The use of xylene and PUI after mechanical instrumentation enhanced removal of materials during endodontic retreatment of anatomically complex teeth.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)

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Register for FBI-sponsored dental coding workshop

Crystal City, Va.—Registration is open for an FBI-sponsored National Crime Information Center Dental Coding Workshop here March 29-30.

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Leo Rosten

“Money can’t buy happiness, but neither can poverty.”
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