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Patients With Detectable SARS-CoV-2 IgG Antibody Are Noninfectious

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Br Dent J

Histological Features and Survival in Young Patients With HPV-Negative Oral SCC

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Oral Dis

Volumetric Osseous Changes in the Completely Edentulous Maxilla After Sinus Grafting and Lateral Bone Augmentation

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Utilization of Periodontal Services by Elderly Germans Decreases With Age

Sun, 22 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Clin Oral Investig

Local Delivery Therapies as Adjuvants to Nonsurgical Periodontal Treatment of Periodontitis Grade C

Sun, 22 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Clin Oral Investig

The Dentist's Approach to Potentially Premalignant Oral Lesions

Sun, 22 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Interview

Early and Fast Orthodontic Tooth Movements and Risk of Developing Gingival Clefts

Sat, 21 Nov 2020 15:03:12 GMT Interview

CBCT and CAD-CAM Technology to Design a Minimally Invasive Maxillary Expander

Sat, 21 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT BMC Oral Health

Bleaching Toothpaste With Two Different Concentrations of Hydrogen Peroxide

Sat, 21 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT J Dent

Nutrient Warnings on Unhealthy Foods

Sat, 21 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT JAMA

An Overview of Lichen Planus/Oral Lichenoid Lesions and Potential Malignant Transformation

Sat, 21 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Interview

The 8th TNM Classification for Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Improves Prognostication for Overall Survival

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 04:11:33 GMT Oral Oncol

Is the Therapeutic Effect of Occlusal Stabilization Appliances More Than Just Placebo Effect in the Management of Painful Temporomandibular Disorders?

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT J Prosthet Dent

Diclofenac Mouthwash Reduced Symptoms of Oral Mucositis Among Patients Undergoing Chemo-Radiotherapy

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT J. Oral Pathol. Med.

Effectiveness of Remineralizing Agents in the Prevention and Reversal of Orthodontically Induced White Spot Lesions

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Clin Oral Investig

Clinical Responses to Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy Are Negatively Influenced by Smoking

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT J. Clin. Periodontol.

Intraoral Radiographs: A Comparison of Dose and Risk Reduction With Collimation and Thyroid Shielding

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT J Am Dent Assoc

Resources and Guidance for Dental Hygienists During the COVID-19 Era

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Interview

The Type of Antiresorptive Treatment Influences the Time to Onset and the Surgical Outcome of Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Preoperative Administration of Cefazolin Is Effective in Preventing Infection Following Third Molar Extraction

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Odontology

Dental Services Utilization by Rurality Among Privately Insured Children in the United States

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Pediatr Dent

Reducing Aerosols in Dental Practice During the COVID-19 Era

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Interview

Single Use of a Nicotine Patch Shown to Be Effective at Reducing Postoperative Dental Pain

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Micro-Osteoperforation Effectiveness on Tooth Movement Rate and Impact on Oral Health–Related QoL

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Angle Orthod

Temperature Rise and Acute Inflammatory Response in Human Pulp Tissue of Premolars Having Class V Preparations After Exposure to Polywave LED Light Curing Units

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Dent Mater

Use of New Generation CAD-CAM Materials for Dental Implant Prostheses

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Interview

Outcomes in Patients Diagnosed With Tongue Cancer Before and After the Age of 45 Years

Sun, 15 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Oral Oncol

Effectiveness of a Home- and School-Based Asthma Educational Program for Head Start Children With Asthma

Sun, 15 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT JAMA Pediatr

Association Between Arterial Hypertension and Periodontal Status in Morbidly Obese Patients

Sun, 15 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Int Dent J

Use of Non-Vital Pulp Therapies in Primary Teeth

Sun, 15 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Pediatr Dent

Improving Patient Outcomes Through Digital Dentistry: Practical Examples

Sun, 15 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Interview

Obesity Is a Risk Factor for Tooth Loss Among Females, Ever-Smokers, and Patients With Periodontitis

Sat, 14 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT J. Clin. Periodontol.

Accuracy of Implant Surgical Guides Fabricated Using Computer Numerical Control Milling for Edentulous Jaws

Sat, 14 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT BMC Oral Health

Clinical Evaluation of a Universal Adhesive in Non-Carious Cervical Lesions

Sat, 14 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT J Esthet Restor Dent

Pediatric Dental Procedure–Related Pain Assessment Practices

Sat, 14 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Pediatr Dent

Improving Patient Outcomes Through Digital Dentistry: Concepts

Sat, 14 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Interview

Survival Rate After Endodontic Treatment in General Dentistry for Cracked Teeth With Different Coronal Restorations

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 03:04:12 GMT Acta Odontol. Scand.

Low-Level Laser Therapy in the Prevention and Treatment of Oral Mucositis

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 03:03:48 GMT Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol

Interprofessional Collaboration and Dental Care for Drug Users in Norway

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT BMC Oral Health

Immune Imbalance Not Bacteria is the Driving Force Behind Peri-Implant Bone Loss

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Interview

Effect of Desensitizing Agents on Dentin Hypersensitivity After Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 03:21:31 GMT J Dent

Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes of Implant-Supported Fixed Dental Prostheses With Cantilever Extension

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Clin Oral Implants Res

Comparison of Conventionally vs Digitally Fabricated Denture Outcomes in a University Dental Clinic

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT J Prosthodont

Thriving in the COVID-19 Era: Practical Aspects

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Interview

Stability of Maxillary Interincisor Diastema Closure After Extraction Orthodontic Treatment

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Angle Orthod

Dental Implant Location Via Surface Scanner

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT BMC Oral Health

Clinical Comparison of Three Esthetic Full-Coverage Restorations in Primary Maxillary Incisors at 12 Months

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 21:10:41 GMT Pediatr Dent

What Is the Most Suitable Local Anesthetic When Inferior Nerve Blocks Are Used for Impacted Mandibular Third Molar Extraction?

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Chlorhexidine Mouthwash Produced Significantly Less Plaque Than Chlorhexidine With an Anti-Discoloration System

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT J. Clin. Periodontol.

A Clinical Comparison of One-Piece vs Two-Piece Implants

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT J Prosthet Dent

Thriving in the COVID-19 Era: Concepts

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Interview

Addition of Connective Tissue Graft Under Coronally Advanced Flap for Recession With a Thin Gingival Phenotype

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 23:03:36 GMT Interview

Is an Internal Tapered Connection More Efficient Than an Internal Nontapered Connection?

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT J Prosthet Dent

Evaluating Aerosol and Splatter Following Dental Procedures

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT J Oral Rehabil

Elimination of Protective Radiation Shielding for Dental Patients

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 22:35:40 GMT Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol