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Dental Assistant Program at Risk of Losing Accreditation

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The Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) recently found the dental assisting program at Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) in Iowa to be noncompliant with sterilization standards set by the accrediting agency and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. CODA also noted problems with maintaining one student per chair station, the provision of comprehensive faculty information, and the clarity of syllabi; however, DMACC has since corrected these issues.

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Clinical Case: Class IV Composite Replacement

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Using 3M™ Scotchbond™ Universal Etchant, 3M™ Scotchbond™ Universal Plus Adhesive, 3M™ Filtek™ Supreme XTE Universal Restorative, 3M™ Filtek™ Supreme Flowable.

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At What Age Do Wisdom Teeth Stop?

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Wisdom teeth , also known as third molars, typically emerge in late adolescence or early adulthood, usually between the ages of 17 and 25. These teeth are the last set of molars to come in, and they often bring along a host of dental and oral health issues. To understand when wisdom teeth stop growing and the associated factors, it’s essential to delve into the following aspects: Development and Purpose: Wisdom teeth are believed to have evolved to help our ancestors grind tough, coarse fo