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Dental biofilm of symptomatic COVID-19 patients harbors SARS-CoV-2

Dental News and Technology

J Clin Periodontol. 2021 Apr 25. doi: 10.1111/jcpe.13471. Online ahead of print. Abstract Aims: SARS-CoV-2 RNA has been recovered from different sites in the human body, including the mouth. The present study aimed to investigate the presence of SARS-CoV-2 RNA in the dental biofilm of symptomatic patients who tested positive in nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal (NASO/ORO) samples.

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Fluorosis in Children?

Ask The Dentist

Q: I have a 2 year old daughter. I have been brushing her teeth with childrens’ toothpaste for 1 year. On the back of the childrens’ toothpaste it says it contains 500ppm fluoride. She has been eating this stuff for a year because she can’t spit. I feel horrible. Now she has what looks to be mild fluorosis. We switched to non-fluoride toothpaste but I am concerned that her permanent teeth have already been affected.

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India’s Deadly COVID-19 Surge May Be Tied to a New Variant

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

India is facing a daunting COVID-19 crisis with a huge increase in number of cases and deaths amid dwindling resources. Part of India’s pandemic problem may be due to the emergence of a new variant: B.1.617. This variant creates two mutations on the novel coronavirus’ spike, which is how the virus adheres to human cells. The B.1.617 variant originated in India in 2020 but has now spread to more than 17 countries.

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Composite Veneers in Blackburn- How Effective It Is

Healthy Smiles

If you have always wished to enhance your smile, composite veneers might be an excellent choice for you. Veneers are thin coverings or shells that fit over the front of your existing teeth to enhance their appearance. There are two important types of veneers – porcelain and composite. Both the veneers are good for your teeth. However, your dentist can only advise you on the best cosmetic treatment for your situation.

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Dental Practice Growth and Leadership Summit

Coaches Corner

Dental Practice Growth and Leadership Summit Webinar. Three incredible dentists who had their BEST YEAR EVER in 2020! Dr. Steven Rasner | “Six Steps To Total Practice Success!”. Overcoming obstacles like the pandemic is nothing new to Dr. Rasner. He started his practice in one of the most economically distressed towns in the country and grew it to over $4,000,000 in annual revenue – during a financial crisis!

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Axsys Dental's 5x400 Mill Continues to Impress

Denticle

Dental mills have come a long way since their invention. When I first go into doing CAD/CAM dentistry, it was the age of CEREC 2. That unit booted from a *floppy disk* and used a diamond coated wheel and a cylinder bur to create the restorations. Times have sure changed. The Axsys 5x400 is a wonder of modern design. The unit can create practically anything you can imagine.