As Halloween fills operatories with chatter about sweets, oral health professionals are reminded that sticky, sour, and hard candies pose some of the greatest risks to enamel integrity and restorative longevity. While moderation and proper hygiene…
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Elevating Dental Hygiene Through Education and Advocacy
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Children’s Hospital Boosts Varnish Rates Eightfold in Just 1 Year
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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene Joins New CE Reporting Platform
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Breakthrough Dental Adhesive Could Halt Billions in Tooth Decay Costs
A Brazilian-born dentist and researcher has created the world’s first long-acting antibacterial adhesive resin for dental restorations, potentially preventing millions of caries lesions and saving billions in dental costs. Developed at Oak…
Navigating the Full-Arch Dilemma
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