Wed.Dec 21, 2022

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Effect of gastric acid on the surface roughness and bacterial adhesion of bulk-fill composite resins

Dental News and Technology

Braz Dent J. 2022 Nov-Dec;33(6):94-102. doi: 10.1590/0103-6440202205140. Abstract The purpose of this in vitro study was to evaluate the effect of gastric acid on the surface roughness and biofilm formation of bulk-fill composite resins. Twenty-seven samples of each composite resin were obtained: G1: Filtek Z250 XT (Z250), G2: Filtek Bulk Fill (FTK), G3: Tetric N-Ceram Bulk Fill (TTC), and G4: Aura Bulk Fill (AUR).

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Link Between NSAID Use in Children and Enamel Defects Explored

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

A recent study published in Scientific Reports looked at the association between the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) in children and the presence of enamel defects. The study—conducted on rats—looked at the effects of NSAIDs on tooth enamel. The Brazilian researchers found that the rats that had been exposed to NSAIDs also had unusually low levels of calcium and phosphate in addition to low mineral density.

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Get Your Kids Excited About Dental Care This Christmas With These 5 Tips

Broomfield Dentists / MountainAire

Dental care is important all year round, but it’s especially important during the holidays. Kids are often excited about Christmas, and it can be a great time to get them excited about dental care as well! Here are 5 tips that will help you get your kids excited about dental care this Christmas. The Importance of Starting Dental Care Young. Make sure your kids are aware of the importance of dental care from an early age.

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5 Tips To Avoid Dental Emergencies This Holiday Season In Blackburn

Healthy Smiles

The holiday season has arrived and you must be excited to make wonderful memories. Dental emergencies in Blackburn are the last thing you want to deal with during this holiday season. Consuming more sugary, difficult-to-chew foods than usual may have unintended consequences, such as broken or missing teeth. It is, therefore, advisable to be aware of the potential triggers.

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Do NOT Disclose PHI in Online Reviews!

Denticle

Consider today's post an early Christmas present! Not to be flip about this, but this is a *serious* issue. This year the Office of Civil Rights (OCR) has fined and forced implementation of a Corrective Action Plan (CAP) on 2 separate dental offices in 2 separate HIPAA violations. There is an old adage "discretion is the better part of valor" and that certainly applies here.

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What is the Brinell hardness of dentin?

3M

The post What is the Brinell hardness of dentin? appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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