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Share which failures originate from diagnosis, isolation, matrixing, bonding, placement, curing, anatomy or maintenance.
Third-molar agenesis is common and has a genetic component, but saying that wisdom teeth are becoming “extinct” oversimplifies the evidence. Population differences, jaw development, tooth-size…
Question: How can a dental author confirm that a journal is legitimate and free to publish in? Answer: Check current author instructions, every fee category, scope, ISSN, editorial board, peer…
Question: Does using a rubber dam remove the need for other infection controls? Answer: No. It supports moisture control, asepsis, airway safety and source reduction, but does not replace PPE,…
Compare restorability, ferrule, periodontal support, orthodontic extrusion, crown lengthening, endodontics and replacement alternatives.
Residual ridge resorption is multifactorial. Mandibular resorption is often clinically more pronounced because the denture-bearing area is smaller, functional forces may be concentrated over a…
Question: Can a chlorine dioxide mouthwash be recommended to prevent or treat COVID-19? Answer: No. Adequate clinical evidence and authorisation do not support that claim. A labelled dental rinse…
Question: Is the highest-ranked dental university automatically the best choice? Answer: No. Use the correct ranking year and methodology, then compare degree recognition, clinical education,…
Use this case-based discussion to compare the cardiac indication, planned procedure, allergy history and current AHA/ADA guidance. Please avoid posting identifiable patient information and verify…
The GV Black classification remains useful for describing the anatomical location of cavitated lesions and for teaching operative dentistry. However, it does not describe lesion activity, severity…
Question: What makes smartphone dental photography clinically useful and privacy conscious? Answer: Define the purpose, obtain use-specific consent, use an approved secure device workflow,…
Before planning travel to FDI World Dental Congress 2026, which details should attendees confirm?