Clinical Update

Root Coverage for Recession Defects

Evaluating the effectiveness of different root coverage procedures in the treatment of re­cession-type defects, this re­trospective study by a Cham­brone, et al was.

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Preventing Postcementation Hypersensitivity

A study by Drs. Hu and Zhu investigating the effect of an adhesive (Prime & Bond [DENTSPLY Calk]) on preventing postcementation hypersensitivity was.

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Clinical Update

Cervical Finish Line Designs for Zirconia Ceramic Crowns

While the longevity and favorable ad­aptation of metal margins have been demonstrated for years, marginal ad­aptation of ceramic crowns needs further evaluation because.

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Caries Risk: Raisin Cereal and Elevated Dental Plaque Acid

Elevated dental plaque acid is a risk factor that contributes to dental caries in children. But eating bran flakes with raisins containing no.

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Clinical Update

Overall Cancer Rates Decline in United States

A new report published on­line in the journal Cancer cited that incidence and mortality rates from all cancers combined declined significantly in the.

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Protein Receptor for Carbonation Taste Discovered

Since 1767, when ­chemist Joseph Priest­ley first infused water with carbon dioxide to produce carbonated water—the main ingredient of sodas, spark­ling wines, and.

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A Case for Tailored Care

Offering a fascinating preview of the coming age of molecular medicine in dentistry, a report by Tsui, et al appeared in the Amer­ican.

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Prolonging Postsurgical Analgesia

For years, investigators have studied the efficacy of various opioids added to a local anesthetic near the brachial plexus as a method for.

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Smooth-Surface Versus Rough-Surface Implants

A retrospective study by Balshe, et al compared the survival rates of smooth- and rough-surface dental im­plants. The study retrospectively re­viewed patient charts.

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Rapid Test For Sjögren’s Syndrome

A team of National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) scientists reported in August 2009 that an experimental laboratory test called LIPS.

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