ConclusionsNon-cylindrical abutments provided a stable locking mechanism that reduced micromotion, and therefore reduced the occurrence of microgaps. However, stress tends to concentrate at the vertices of abutments, which could lead to microfractures and subsequent microgap formation. (Source: Journal of Dentistry)
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Effects of different implant-abutment connections on micromotion and stress distribution: Prediction of microgap formation
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– February 28, 2012
Dentist eviction leaves another woman denture-less
Scores of patient’s dental work are now shuttered inside a Queens office all because of a dispute between the landlord and the dentist.
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– February 28, 2012
Dental Pulp Stem Cells Transformed By ‘Bad Breath’ Chemical
Japanese scientists have found that the odorous compound responsible for halitosis – otherwise known as bad breath – is ideal for harvesting stem cells taken from human dental pulp…
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– February 28, 2012
Kansas initiative encourages ‘dental desert’ practice
Topeka, Kan. —The Kansas Initiative for New Dentists KIND will award its first grants in June to dentists who agree to start practices in communities designated as “dental deserts” for lack of a dentist within 20 miles. Applications are due May 15 for two awards of $ 50,000 each to assist a new dentist with student loan repayment over three years and to cover practice start-up costs for a relocating practicing dentist.
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– February 27, 2012
Khalil Gibran
“Let there be no purpose in friendship save the deepening of the spirit.”
Quote of the Day
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– February 27, 2012
Cytocompatibility of the ready?to?use bioceramic putty repair cement iRoot BP Plus with primary human osteoblasts
Conclusion? iRoot and MTA were biocompatible and did not induce critical cytotoxic effects. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
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– February 27, 2012
New Dentist in Janesville, WI as Aspen Dental Opens Its Doors
Patients looking for a dentist in Janesville, WI now have a new dental care provider option with the opening of a new Aspen Dental office this month.
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– February 27, 2012
A survey of oral health in a Sudanese population
Conclusions:
The prevalence of untreated caries and periodontal disease was high in this population. There appear to be some barriers to restorative dental care, with frequent use of dental extractions to treat caries and limited use of restorative dentistry. Implementation of population-based strategies tailored to the circumstances of Sudanese population is important to improve oral health status in Sudan. (Source: BMC Oral Health – Latest articles)
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– February 26, 2012
Mission Of Mercy Doling Out Dental Care For At Least 600 In Need
Kristina Shockley, 29, of Tyler, waited patiently in a chair in a hallway at Bethesda Health Clinic Friday as she prepared to have three teeth extracted.
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– February 26, 2012
