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Fluoride Varnish and Early Childhood Caries

New evidence supports the effectiveness of fluoride varnish in preventing early childhood caries, according...

Life-Threatening Sequela of Sodium Hypochlorite Extrusion Reported

The use of sodium hypochlorite as an irrigant solution during endodontic treatment is generally...

Arestin Significantly Reduces Bacteria Responsible for Periodontal Disease

A new study highlighting the antimicrobial effectiveness of Arestin (minocycline hydrochloride) 1-mg microspheres in...

Emergence of New Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis

During the 1990s, multidrug-resistant (MDR) tuberculosis (TB), defined as resistance to at least isoniazid...

Imaging Technique Shows Promise in Detecting Early Signs of Tooth Decay

When dentists notice teeth with tiny “white-spot” lesions or areas of mildly decalcified enamel,...

What Is Your Excuse (for Not Implementing Digital Technologies Into Your Practice)?

When I work with other dentists to implement technology successfully into their practices, several...

Chairside All-Ceramic CAD/CAM Veneers With Lab-Assisted Cutback and Aesthetic Porcelain Buildup: Case Report

Recently, one of my technology-savvy patients told me about how he enjoys being able...

Rapid-Flow Filling Technique

Consider the following scenario: Your nickel-titanium (Ni-Ti) canal preparation is finished, rinsed, and dried....

A New Endodontic Obturation Technique

The ultimate goal of endodontic obturation has remained the same for the past 50...

Solving the Mystery of Your Paycheck

If you have ever looked at your paycheck stub and wondered how they get...