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Implant-supported crowns with locking taper implant-abutment connection: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Dental News and Technology

The risk of bias of the selected studies was evaluated by using the RoB 2 checklist for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and Downs and Black for uncontrolled studies. The risk-of-bias assessment showed 2 RCTs with high risk and 1 RCT with low risk of bias. Among uncontrolled studies, 2 were classified as poor and 7 as fair.

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Is perioperative antibiotic prophylaxis in the case of routine surgical removal of the third molar still justified? A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial with a split-mouth design

Dental News and Technology

A study medication of 2 g amoxicillin, administered 1 h before the third molar removal, followed by 1.5 This study determined whether perioperative antibiotic prophylaxis can reduce surgical site infections (SSIs), swelling, and pain in the case of surgical removal of wisdom teeth.

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Oral health care in Europe: Financing, access and provision

Dental News and Technology

2022 Jun;24(2):1-176. Health Syst Transi. Abstract With growing awareness of the large burden of oral diseases and how limited coverage affects both access and affordability, oral health policy has been receiving increased attention in recent years.

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SomnoMed posts record Q4 and delivers on FY22 revenue guidance

Dental News and Technology

EBITDA 2 guidance remains at breakeven for FY22 and will be detailed in the upcoming FY22 financial results release in August. million, up +16% (+17% in constant currency) versus pcp and above guidance for FY22. million for the quarter (positive $1.8

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Statement from NIH and BARDA on the Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine

Denticle

NVX-CoV2373 contains a stabilized form of the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein—a surface protein that facilitates entry to human cells. Randomization occurred in a 2:1 ratio, with two volunteers receiving NVX-CoV2373 for each one who received placebo. The trial was conducted before the Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2 became dominant.

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Leading the Way

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Recently when I had a member of the dental board as a guest speaker with my Professional Development class at Central Piedmont Community College, he told the class that their instructor was the first NC licensed hygienist certified to administer local anesthetics. . Why is it important for dental hygienists to be able to administer anesthesia?

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Hygiene handpiece maintenance tips for increased safety and longevity

Off the Cusp

In fact, the global handpiece market is expected to reach more than $2 billion by 2027 , according to a report by Medgadget. Every dental professional knows that a hygiene handpiece is one of the most important tools of the oral health trade.