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
Purpose: There have been anecdotal reports of low bond strength with autocured resin composite materials, particularly when light-cured bonding agents that combine primer and adhesive
Purpose: This investigation was performed to evaluate the effect of cyclosporine alone and in combination with nifedipine on gingival overgrowth.Methods: One hundred and nineteen patients
These consensus recommendations for the diagnosis and management of dentin hypersensitivity were developed by a broadly constituted board of dentists and dental hygienists drawn from
Objective: To perform a systematic literature review and meta-analysis on the effectiveness of interventions used in the emergency management of acute apical periodontitis in the
Various clinical reports on the reconstruction of gingival recession defects have been published in the past decade. Several techniques have been used to achieve root
Background: Contrary to the situation for amalgam restorations, obtaining acceptable proximal contacts with posterior composite restorations can be difficult. Proximal contacts that are less than
The premise of this review is that patients’ satisfaction (and hence compliance) with partial denture therapy may be better if they are more fully informed
