CONCLUSION: Sandblasting, silica coating and silane surface treatments of the denture base resin did not increase the bond strength of the silicone based soft liner. However, in this study, the chemical analysis and surface profilometer provided interesting insights about the bonding mechanism between the denture base resin and silicone soft liner. (Source: Journal of Applied Oral Science)
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Effect of silica coating and silane surface treatment on the bond strength of soft denture liner to denture base material
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– September 14, 2013
Dental cavities linked to lower risk of head and neck cancer
According to a surprising new study, people who have more dental cavities are at lower risk of being diagnosed with head and neck cancer, compared with patients who have few or no cavities. Dental cavities (or caries) are caused by tooth decay. This is when the bacteria present in the mouth make lactic acids that strip away minerals in the tooth by fermenting carbohydrates…
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– September 14, 2013
Dr. Charles L. Siroky, past ADA trustee and VP, dies at 76
Phoenix—Dr. Charles L. Siroky, a past ADA vice president and trustee who represented the 14th District, died Sept. 9. He was 76 years old.
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– September 13, 2013
Rodney Dangerfield
“My wife and I were happy for twenty years. Then we met.”
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– September 13, 2013
Thermal analysis of bulk filled composite resin polymerization using various light curing modes according to the curing depth and approximation to the cavity wall
CONCLUSION: In the photopolymerization of the composite resin, the temperature was higher in the middle of the cavity compared to the outer surface or at the internal walls of the prepared cavity. (Source: Journal of Applied Oral Science)
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– September 13, 2013
Survey finds dental problems at Conn. care centers
A new survey by Connecticut health officials has found that more than half of nursing home residents have untreated tooth decay and more than 40% need dental care.
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– September 13, 2013
ACA requires marketplace notice to employees
For constituent dental societies that have not already acted, it is important to understand that the Affordable Care Act (ACA) amends the Fair Labor Standards Act by creating a requirement that employers provide a notice to employees informing them of the existence of the newly formed ACA marketplaces along with information on how to contact the marketplace to request assistance in purchasing coverage if employees choose to do so.
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– September 12, 2013
Cullen Hightower
“Wisdom is what’s left after we’ve run out of personal opinions.”
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– September 12, 2013
Multi-purpose materials in dentistry – is it possible to match maximum mechanical and biological properties/performance?
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– September 12, 2013
Aspen Dental Opens New Practice In Brattleboro, VT
In addition to offering patients the choice of seven styles of Aspen Dental’s exclusive ComfiDents A brand full and partial dentures, Aspen Dental will provide comprehensive exams, hygiene services, treatment of periodontal disease, extractions, fillings, oral surgery, whitening, and crown and bridge work.
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– September 12, 2013
