Objective: To perform a systematic literature review and meta-analysis on the effectiveness of interventions used in the management of acute apical abscess in the permanent
Background: Light-emitting diode (LED) curing lights offer advantages over quartzÃÂtungstenÃÂhalogen (QTH) lights, but the first-generation LED lights had some disadvantages.Purpose: This study compared a second-generation
Professional obligations to curb the prevalence of cigarette smoking reflect the importance of this preventable risk factor for innumerable diseases. These include chronic obstructive pulmonary
Ameloblastic carcinoma is a rare malignant lesion with characteristic histologic features and behaviour that dictates a more aggressive surgical approach than that of a simple
A significant number of edentulous patients with complex treatment needs are seen in private practice and faculties of dentistry. The American College of Prosthodontists has
Recurrent infection with herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV1), called herpes simplex labialis (HSL), is a global problem for patients with normal immune systems. An effective
Objective: This study was undertaken to characterize 9 currently available proprietary flowable composites with respect to key properties of flow, flexural strength, stiffness (modulus of
Background: Dentists generally use a viewbox as the primary source of illumination when examining radiographs. Secondary sources of illumination (i.e., light other than that originating
Mesiodentes are the most common supernumerary teeth, occurring in 0.15% to 1.9% of the population. Given this high frequency, the general dentist should be knowledgeable
Objective: To test and describe the use of various combinations of mechanical and chemical techniques for enamel reduction to obtain a smooth surface.Methods: Bovine teeth
Early childhood caries (ECC) is a virulent form of dental caries that can destroy the primary dentition of toddlers and preschool children. It occurs worldwide,
Avulsions and intrusions are the most complicated and controversial displacement injuries of permanent teeth. Clinical guidelines published by authorities such as the American Association of
