Conclusions Higher collagenollytic activity is found in deciduous than in permanent dentine. At 24h, collagen cleavage by MMPs at the hybrid layer is higher in deciduous dentine leading to a lower MTBS. Clinical significance The presence of resin monomers reduced collagen degradation when applied on demineralized dentine, but exerted protection was lower in deciduous dentine. (Source: Journal of Dentistry)
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MMPs activity and bond strength in deciduous dentine–resin bonded interfaces
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– May 27, 2013
Soda mouth: A dental disaster just like meth
Everyone knows that soda isn’t the healthiest thing to drink, but a new study published in the journal General Dentistry suggests that soda drinking may give you a smile like a meth addict.
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– May 27, 2013
Dental suppliers lend hand to tornado victims
Leaders in the dental supplies industry have stepped up to contribute resources and financial aid to people affected by the May 19 tornado in Moore, Okla.
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– May 26, 2013
More Patients in Ireland to Access Life Changing Dental Implant Treatment
Anyone in Ireland with any missing teeth is now able to get direct access to a dentist who can provide lifelike replacements using the latest titanium implants.
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– May 26, 2013
Statement from Dr. Stephen K. Young, dean, University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry
The University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry is deeply concerned for all individuals affected by the recent storms. The University of Oklahoma is currently housing 341 storm victims at the residence halls on the OU Norman Campus. The College of Dentistry was able to provide toothbrushes and toothpaste for those seeking shelter at OU.
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– May 25, 2013
Effectiveness of arginine-containing toothpastes in treating dentine hypersensitivity: A systematic review
Conclusion Data identified indicates a potential role for arginine-containing toothpastes in managing dentine hypersensitivity. However, this conclusion is based on small sample sizes and the studies identified did not follow patients up in the medium to long term. The authors recommend that there is a need for well-designed RCTs to be conducted prior to any definitive recommendations being made. Clinical significance Dentine hypersensitivity is a common condition. Its multi-factorial aetiology has led to several treatment modalities being advocated. The continued introduction of new desensitising agents suggests that no product has yet proven ultimately successful. Arginine-containing toothpastes have recently been introduced, this article systematically reviews the evidence relating to …
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– May 25, 2013
Dental Implant Specialists in New York Explain the Three Easy Steps to Getting New Teeth in One Day
In 1993, the “All-On-4a ” dental implant protocol was unleashed upon the world. With it, the possibility of a second chance at having beautiful new teeth became a reality.
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– May 25, 2013
OU dental students pitch in after storm
Moore, Okla.—Chad Carter, third year student at the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry, emerged from shelter with his and a neighboring family, his emergency gear and bags packed “because there had been a tornado the night before” and he had been dealing with that one when the next one roared through.
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– May 24, 2013
Diet Soda Habit as Bad for Teeth as Meth Addiction, Study Claims
“You look at it side-to-side with ‘meth mouth’ or ‘coke mouth,’ it is startling to see the intensity and extent of damage more or less the same,” said Dr.
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– May 24, 2013
