...the gloves, the symptoms subsided over the next 30-45 minutes. Q. Where Does Latex Come From? A. Latex comes the secretions of plants, mostly rubber trees. The sap from...

...nonsurgical periodontal therapy (NSPT), different explorers are beneficial for the clinician and patient in order to effectively and comfortably reach complex anatomy, deep pockets, furcations, and areas of mobility. When...

...flexing, the clinician can concentrate more fully on the tactile sensations of the soft tissue attachment. This allows for a more comfortable procedure for both the patient and the clinician....

...instrumentation? A. Compared to tip size, the differences in generator equipment are not as critical in results. The competency of the clinician, especially in the knowledge of root anatomy, is...

...time.2 Practitioners may find that visualizing the proximal anatomy in order to compare tactile sensations with the expected location of the contacts is helpful. Contact areas are located in the...

...the body of the practitioner and less strain on the legs.1 But the seated position presented other physical compromises and challenges. In order to reach for required equipment and instruments...

...lesions. Remineralization is a deposition of tooth minerals back into the demineralized tooth structure in order to arrest the caries process. Demineralization and remineralization need to be balanced in order...

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