Clinical Update
Losing Fat Can Improve Periodontal Disease Treatment
A pilot study at Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine indicates that...
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Tissue Graft Prevents Gum Recession After Tooth Implant
When a tooth is replaced with an implant, gingival recession can become a concern....
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DNA Vaccines Promising for Dental Caries
A preclinical investigation report by lead author Wei Shi, Wuhan Institute of Virology, Chinese...
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Jaw Size Linked to Diet
New research suggests that many of the common orthodontic problems experienced by people in...
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Healthcare-Associated Infections Declined in 2010
Four common infections seen in healthcare facilities declined in 2010, according to the US...
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Protective Effect of Trimetaphosphate in Oral Rinse
An in vitro study assessed the effect of mouthrinses containing 100-µg/mL fluoride and sodium...
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Postoperative Analgesia for Third Molar Surgery
A study by AM Tuzuner Oncul et al compared the postoperative analgesic effects of...
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Aspirin’s Role in Fighting Cancer
Aspirin is known for its ability to relieve pain, soothe arthritis, reduce fever, and...
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Comparing Storage Media for Avulsed Teeth
A study evaluated the ability of soymilk, powdered milk, and Hank’s balanced salt solution...
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Genetic Profile Investigated in Oral Cancer Patients
A small subset of patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma do not...