Clinical Update

Sinus Augmentation

Techniques for lifting the maxillary sinus, with grafting of the floor of the sinus,...

Stem Cell Research

The use of adult stem cells is important for applications in dentistry as well...

Cement Versus Screw-Retain Crowns

A study by Torrado, et al published in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry evaluated...

Calcium Hydroxide in Endodontics

Calcium hydroxide is used as an intracanal dressing in endodontic treatment. Its high pH...

Reconstruction of the Temporomandibular Joint

Distraction osteogenesis offers the potential for autogenous reconstruction of the temporomandibular joint using an...

Teen Athletes and Tobacco Use

  Tobacco use continues to be a serious health risk among junior and senior...

Oral Contraceptives and Antibiotics

  For many years, dentists have been advised that female patients who use oral...

Radiographic Accuracy in Endodontics

  Both film and digital radiographic images are used to determine file length in...

Aerosol Contamination and Ultrasonic Scalers

  There has been concern about aerosol contamination in the dental office. A study...

DGI Type III Gene Mapped

For the first time in history, dental researchers at the University of Texas Health...