Replacement Teeth Grown in Mice
from BBC News
 Tissue containing the cells and instructions for building a tooth was transplanted into the jawbones of mice. They report that these tissue "germs" regularly grew into fully functional teeth with a hardness comparable to that of the natural variety.
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Effect of Implant Design on Initial Stability of Tapered Implants
from Journal of Oral Implantology
Implant design is one of the parameters for achieving successful primary stability. This study aims to examine the effect of a self-tapping blades implant design on initial stability in tapered implants. Polyurethane blocks of different densities were used to simulate different bone densities. The two different implant designs included one with self-tapping blades and one without self-tapping blades.
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Effect of Titanium Surface Characteristics on the Behavior and Function of Oral Fibroblasts
from The International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Implants
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of different titanium surface characteristics on the behavior and function of oral fibroblasts as well as the deposition pattern of collagen within the extracellular matrix. Materials and Methods: Titanium surfaces created by machining, acid etching with sulfuric acid (AE1), or acid etching with hydrofluoric acid (AE2) were analyzed using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy-dispersive x-ray spectroscopy.
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Failure Modes of Two Implant-Supported Oxide-Ceramic Fixed-Partial-Denture Systems
from Inside Dentistry
With the increased use of all-ceramic restorations with alumina and zirconia cores, there have been concerns that these materials may not have been adequately clinically tested before being recommended for use. The physical property testing of these silica, alumina, and zirconia-based ceramics have been typical strength testing. In some cases the clinical results were disappointing. The failure with fracture of veneer porcelain from the underlying zirconia, alumina, and metal substructure closely parallels what is seen when porcelain fractures intraorally.
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Viral Infection May Explain Racial Differences in Oral Cancer Death Rates
from The New York Times
African-American patients with head and neck cancers die earlier than whites, and researchers say they have made a breakthrough in understanding the underlying reasons for the racial gap. After scientists at the University of Maryland noticed that whites treated at their hospital for squamous cell head and neck cancers lived more than twice as long as black patients who received the same care at their hospital, they took a closer look.
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ORA Dental Studio Debuts CMU3 Ozone Therapy System
from Woman Dentist Journal
ORA Dental Studio has become one of the first group practices in Chicago to implement the CMU3 Ozone Therapy System. The system is an alternative to traditional, more-invasive treatment of tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease. Ozone therapy with the CMU3 unit is a simple, quick, noninvasive, and pain-free procedure that eliminates the need for injections and drilling into healthy, sensitive tooth structure. More
Health Care Reform: "The Good, the Bad and the Undecipherable"
from American Dental Association
Congress' August recess offers invitation and opportunity to amplify the Association's health care reform message. "Here's where things stand right now," ADA President John S. Findley said in a pre-recess eGram to ADA members, spelling out details of Congress' five-committee effort to craft health care reforms seen by President Obama as his administration's central domestic policy objective essential to economic viability. More
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Splitting the Ridge Instead of Block Graft: Details on Procedure?
from Osseo News
I have a patient who requires an extraction of a non-restorable maxillary lateral incisor and immediate placement of an implant, a surgeon asked. There is a slight buccal concavity that complicates the placement because of the lack of bone volume at that part of the site. I have read about splitting the ridge to increase bone volume at the recipient site instead of doing a block graft on the buccal of the cortical bone. What instrument sequence should I use to split the ridge?
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Hygiene and the Implant Patient: A Preventive Perspective
from RDH Magazine
Dental implants are a major investment, and with proper care can last a lifetime. Advantages of implants include comfort, heightened self-esteem, ease of eating, and improved appearance, speech, and oral health. With comprehensive education by the entire dental team, patients can better understand the importance of home care and regular maintenance visits.
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Researchers Test Circuits Underlying Salivary Gland Development
from NIDCR
History shows Da Vinci did indeed devise a useful code that has endured through the centuries. It’s called Da Vinci’s Rule and pertains to the ratios of branch diameters in bifurcating trees. The rule goes like this: D1:D2=D2:D3. Translation: The thickness of a tree branch equals the sum of the branch thickness at any higher level.
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Study: Redheads' Extra Pain May Cause Fear of Dentists
from CNN
Studies have indicated that redheads may be more sensitive to pain and may need more anesthetics to numb them. New research published in the Journal of American Dental Association found that painful experiences at the dentist might cause more anxiety for men and women with red hair, who were twice as likely to avoid dental care than people with dark hair.
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