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Assistance given to the weak makes the one who gives it strong. Discuss

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Cellular proliferation markers in peripheral and central fibromas: a comparative study

Conclusions: The mesenchymal component may well play a role in the differences between the biological behaviour of the central lesions as compared to the peripheral lesions. Moreover, considering that the epithelial and mesenchymal components in odontogenic fibromas presented a similar proliferation index, more research is warranted to understand the true role of the epithelial components, which are believed to be inactive in nature, as well as in the development and biological behaviour of these lesions. (Source: Journal of Applied Oral Science)
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MTC to Offer Low-Priced Alternatives to Dentures in Costa Rica

Those people who are enduring the uneasiness associated with wearing removable dentures will now be delighted to learn that Medical Tourism Corporation has announced the availability of low-cost dental implants in Costa Rica .

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Similar Damage Caused To Teeth By Soda And Illegal Drugs

Addicted to soda? You may be shocked to learn that drinking large quantities of your favorite carbonated soda could be as damaging to your teeth as methamphetamine and crack cocaine use…
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Father and son dentists struggle to rebuild practice after Oklahoma tornado

Moore, Okla.—With no power, phone lines or computers, Dr. Richard Homsey and his son, Dr. Trey Homsey, are struggling to resurrect their practice after the destruction wrought by the May 19 tornado here.

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“Defeat is not the worst of failures. Not to have tried is the true failure.”
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CCL3 and CXCL12 production in vitro by dental pulp fibroblasts from permanent and deciduous teeth stimulated by Porphyromonas gingivalis LPS

Conclusion: These data suggest that dental pulp fibroblasts from permanent and deciduous teeth may present a differential behavior under PgLPS stimulation. (Source: Journal of Applied Oral Science)
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National Survey Uncovers the Truth About Partial Dentures

Pittsburgh, PA, May 30, 2013 GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare today released results from a new national survey of partial dentures wearers , revealing that while over half of survey respondents report that it’s important to them to maintain the health of their teeth – more so than their diet or skin of respondents did not change any of their … (more)

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High Global Burden Of Oral Conditions – 3.9 Billion Affected

The International and American Associations for Dental Research (IADR/AADR) have published a paper titled “Global Burden of Oral Conditions in 1990-2010: A Systemic Analysis.” The paper, written by lead author Wagner Marcenes, Queen Mary University, London, is published in the IADR/AADR Journal of Dental Research…
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NOAA predicts active Atlantic hurricane season

Washington—The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts an active or extremely active six-month Atlantic hurricane season starting June 1.

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