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New Study: How Does P. Gingivalis Colonize the Mouth?

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A new study, conducted by a team at the University of Buffalo, reports that a bacterium called Veillonella parvula plays a supporting role in causing gum diseases by inducing the multiplication of the pathogen Porphyromonas gingivalis. The aim of the study, published in The ISME Journal, was to understand the ways by which P. gingivalis forms colonies inside the mouth.

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NYU Dentistry awarded NIH grant to investigate oral cancer pain treatment utilizing co-delivery of DNA and RNA

Dental News and Technology

Clinician-scientists Seiichi Yamano and Brian Schmidt to further novel gene therapy strategy to treat oral cancer pain New York University Grant Announcement NYU College of Dentistry clinician-scientists Seiichi Yamano and Brian Schmidt have set out to develop a new class of medicines using gene therapy to effectively and safely treat oral cancer pain.

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The Pros and Cons of On-Premise vs Cloud-Based Dental Software Hosting

Oral Health Group

Each type of dental management software has its pros and cons. There’s no correct answer for what the best solution is, as you should be looking at which one best suits the needs of your office. Below are some comparisons … The post The Pros and Cons of On-Premise vs Cloud-Based Dental Software Hosting appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Help Your Patients Improve Their Pet’s Oral Health

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

0%. The progression of periodontal diseases in pets is similar to humans, with many modulating factors, such as the type of bacteria present, their ability to infect the host, and the host response. adogslifephoto iagodina / iStock / Getty Images Plus. True. False. Correct! Wrong! Continue >> In one study, researchers found a high prevalence of periodontal inflammation among cats, with what percentage exhibiting a severe form of tissue damage?

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The rise of artificial intelligence in dentistry

ASDA Blog

Artificial intelligence has provided a transfiguring drive in the field of dentistry over the last few years. AI describes the use of computers and technology to simulate intelligent behavior and critical thinking comparable to a human being. The greatest advantage of these systems is that they can solve problems too complex for conventional methods.

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Good News: US Sees Drops in COVID-19 Cases and Hospitalizations

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

During the week of February 1, the United States experienced a 25% decrease in new COVID-19 cases and a 15% reduction in the number of patients hospitalized due to COVID-19 illness. These significant drops follow 4 weeks of declines in new case numbers. California experienced the largest decrease in new COVID-19 cases—48%—while only Oregon, Puerto Rico, Arkansas, and Vermont saw increases in case numbers.

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Webinar: Science behind 3M Composites

3M

February 9th at 07:00 pm (CET), English language. During the lecture we will present how evolution has progressed based on filler technology from Hybrids to Nano Composites. We will present science behind Filtek One and how to achieve esthetic simplified using Filtek Universal. An important topic in the world of dentistry is how to warm composite materials, what is crucial in flow materials and how 3M changed new delivery system.

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Solving Esthetic Issues in the Anterior Region with Composite

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February 11th at 04:30 pm CET, Czech Republic (Czech language). Learn how to effectively mask dark areas and build an aesthetic restoration with the help of 3M™ Filtek™ Universal design shades. Simplicity, reliability, and a smart solution are the main goals of the presented procedure. Register Now for the Webinar ?eÅ¡ení estetických defekt?

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Help Me, Help You: The Pursuit of a Strong Dental Practice/Lab Relationship

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The post Help Me, Help You: The Pursuit of a Strong Dental Practice/Lab Relationship appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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Success Simplified Troubleshooting Guide for Impressions

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February 25th at 05:30 pm CET, Czech Republic (Czech language). Learn how to effectively mask dark areas and build an aesthetic restoration with the help of 3M™ Filtek™ Universal design shades. Simplicity, reliability, and a smart solution are the main goals of the presented procedure. Register Now for the Webinar Pr?vodce problémy v otiskování.

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