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Loss of Sight Caused by Calcium Hydroxide Paste Accidentally Splashed into the Eye during Endodontic Treatment: Case Report
Posted in Clinical Reports on May 17, 2012
Parameters Affecting Degree of Conversion of Dual-Cure Resin Cements in the Root Canal: FTIR Analysis
Posted in Applied Research on May 14, 2012

A Tongue Mass in a Patient with Oral Lichen Planus

A Tongue Mass in a Patient with Oral Lichen Planus

A 67-year-old man with a history of oral lesions for at least 1 year presented for evaluation. He complained of “white” lesions, primarily on his buccal mucosa, that were symptomatic; i.e., he experienced burning sensations at rest and during mastication. He denied taking any new medications, eating new foods or using new oral hygiene products at the time of symptom onset.

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Posted in Diagnostic Challenge on May 22, 2012

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Parameters Affecting Degree of Conversion of Dual-Cure Resin Cements in the Root Canal: FTIR Analysis

Parameters Affecting Degree of Conversion of Dual-Cure Resin Cements in the Root Canal: FTIR Analysis

For 2 dual-cured resin cements, the degree of conversion was significantly higher when used with translucent fibre posts than with opaque fibre posts, because of the light-transmitting properties of optical fibres in the translucent posts. Read more

Posted in Applied Research on May 14, 2012

Building Osteoporosis Prevention into Dental Practice

Building Osteoporosis Prevention into Dental Practice

This literature review found a relationship between osteoporosis and tooth loss for people who have an inadequate intake of calcium and vitamin D. Dental professionals can assist with national prevention strategies for osteoporosis care by discussing the importance of adequate lifelong dietary calcium and vitamin D consumption with their patients. Read more

Posted in Professional Issues on April 05, 2012
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