Conclusions The direct composite buildups observed in this study were found to have promising clinical outcome and good quality parameters after 5 years. If a noninvasive or minimally invasive treatment approach is indicated, direct composite buildups provide an acceptable treatment alternative for the aesthetic correction and reshaping of anterior teeth. Clinical significance The application of direct composite buildups in clinical cases in which a non- or minimally invasive treatment approach is indicated provides an excellent treatment alternative for gold-standard treatment options like laboratory-made crowns and porcelain veneers. Restorations in the present investigation showed a functional survival rate of 100%, an overall survival rate of 84.6% after 5 years. (Source: Journal of D…
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Recontouring teeth and closing diastemas with direct composite buildups: a 5-year follow-up
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– August 19, 2013
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– August 18, 2013
Michael Crichton
“Historically, the claim of consensus has been the first refuge of scoundrels; it is a way to avoid debate by claiming that the matter is already settled.”
Quotes of the Day
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– August 18, 2013
About Rachel, and others.. many have asked..
I first and foremost want to thank folks for taking an interest and effort in Sara, Kate’s and Aji and my diaries on two people..
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– August 18, 2013
CDA challenges Delta Dental
Sacramento, Calif.— The California Dental Association and several individual dentists filed a formal demand for arbitration with Delta Dental of California to challenge Delta’s unilateral decision to revise two significant provisions to its provider agreements.
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– August 17, 2013
Patients’ preferences when comparing analogue implant impressions using a polyether impression material versus digital impressions (Intraoral Scan) of dental implants
ConclusionsThe overall preference of the patients in our sample is significantly in favour of the approach using the IO scan. This preference relates mainly to the differences between the compared approaches with respect to taste effects and their preparatory activities. The patients did perceive the duration of IO scan more negatively than the analogue impression approach. (Source: Clinical Oral Implants Research)
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– August 17, 2013
Are Dentures Right For You?
Many people who age will have to get denture, because losing teeth is part of growing older.
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– August 17, 2013
Ob-gyns: encourage pregnant patients to see a dentist
Washington—Teeth cleanings and dental X-rays are safe for pregnant women, according to recommendations issued by The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Ob-gyns are being advised to perform routine oral health assessments at the first prenatal visit and encourage their patients to see a dentist during pregnancy, The College said in a July 26 statement.
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– August 16, 2013
Edgar Watson Howe
“Most people have seen worse things in private than they pretend to be shocked at in public.”
Quotes of the Day
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– August 16, 2013
Short and long-term career plans of final year dental students in the United Arab Emirates
Conclusion: The findings suggest that students aspire to make a long-term contribution to the profession and there is a high level of interest in specialisation with a desire to achieve financial stability and quality of life. (Source: BMC Oral Health – Latest articles)
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– August 16, 2013
