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It was 1784 when the earliest masked assessment seems to have been performed by a commission of inquiry appointed by Louis XVI to investigate the medical claims of “animal magnetism” or “mesmerism.” The goal of the commission was
Time is the one thing that is equal in all of humanity. How one chooses to spend that time, however, is not. If you often feel the stresses of time, chances are good it is because you feel
Capping exposed pulps is currently an infrequent procedure because of a general lack of confidence in the effectiveness of calcium hydroxide (Ca[OH]2) as an effective agent for this purpose.1 Potassium nitrate (Kno3) is a superior desensitizer for hypersensitive
During over 35 years of practicing dentistry and consulting with dentists and dental practices, it has been my studied observation that one of the keys to complete treatment plans and a successful reconstructive and/or aesthetic dental practice is
The patient who presents with a toothache or tooth pain that has no obvious dental etiology poses a diagnostic dilemma for the clinician. Prior to initiating dental treatments (such as endodontic treatment, occlusal equilibration, or restorative dentistry), the
Teeth needing restoration should have all caries removed. When this is accomplished, adequate supragingival tooth structure may not be left to allow placement of an ideal restoration. To remedy that situation, surgical crown lengthening may be required. This
Have you ever been frustrated when a patient who would benefit from your treatment plan, and who can afford to pay, refuses to follow through with treatment? Of course, every dental team deals with this challenge on a
Most dental practices routinely treat patients who have prosthetic joints, pins, screws, or plates. For many years, conflicting advice was offered regarding the administration of prophylactic antibiotics prior to dental procedures. In 1997, the ADA and the American
Acute pain is the most common complaint that causes patients to seek help from healthcare professionals. Pain management remains an important consideration in dental care and patient management. Although utilized for acute pain control, analgesics provide significant anti-inflammatory
Digital radiography refers to all non-film-based methodologies to capture radiological information. Digital imaging has been used in the practice of dentistry since the 1980s to diagnose diseases of the paranasal sinus and TMJ disorders. However, dentists in North
