Conclusions: The SNP (rs4073) was not associated with AgP in unrelated individuals and there is no evidence of over transmission of the alleles in families with AgP, from Brazilian individuals. (Source: Archives of Oral Biology)
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– January 10, 2013
South Burlington, Vt.—The Vermont State Dental Society executive board named Vaughn Collins as the next VSDS executive director, effective Feb. 11.
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– January 9, 2013
A new service launched by Phiga Corp. aims to effortlessly increase the amount of nuts in your diet regardless of age or current dental issues.
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By elkhornadmin
– January 9, 2013
A new research report published in the Journal of Leukocyte Biology shows how the bacteria known for causing gum disease–Porphyromonas gingivalis–manipulates the body’s immune system to disable normal processes that would otherwise destroy it. Specifically, the report shows that this pathogen prompts the production of the anti-inflammatory molecule Interleukin-10 (IL-10)…
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– January 9, 2013
Twenty-six graduates completed their studies in the 2012 ADA Kellogg Executive Management Program, earning certificates in ceremonies Dec. 4, 2012.
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– January 8, 2013
“You have to make it happen.”
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– January 8, 2013
Abstract
Pathological mandibular fractures are rare, accounting for fewer than 2% of all fractures of the mandible. They could be defined as fractures that occur in regions where bone has been weakened by an underlying pathological process. Pathological fractures usually may follow surgical interventions such as third molar removal or implant placement, result from regions of osteomyelitis, osteoradionecrosis, and bisphosphonate?related osteonecrosis of the jaw, occur because of idiopathic reasons or be facilitated by cystic lesions, benign, malignant, or metastatic tumors. Pathological mandibular fractures may be challenging to treat because of their different etiology and peculiar local and general conditions, often requiring a more rigid fixation. In patients with poor medical conditi…
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– January 8, 2013
Well, it is 2013 – Happy New Year. I hope all of you had a great time with your family and friends through this holiday season.
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– January 8, 2013
Twelve million Germans suffer from periodontitis, an inflammation that can lead to the loss of teeth if left untreated. A new diagnostic platform enables the pathogens to be detected quickly, enabling dentists to act swiftly to initiate the right treatment…
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– January 8, 2013
Philadelphia—Scientists at the University of Pennsylvania have demonstrated an ability in mouse model to prevent periodontitis from developing and stymie the progression of the disease once it’s already occurred.
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– January 7, 2013