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Effect of Pulp Protection Technique on the Clinical Performance of Amalgam Restorations: Three-Year Results [PDF]
This study evaluated the influence of the pulp protection technique on clinical performance of amalgam restorations after three years, with particular reference to post-operative sensitivity and secondary caries.
Baratieri, L.N. +4 more
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AbstractThe wear of dental amalgam was studied by single‐ and double‐pass sliding and by a silicon carbide abrasion test. A dispersed amalgam showed significantly better resistance to two‐body abrasion than the spherical amalgams tested. The wear of amalgam was determined by resistance to penetration and by a ductile mode of surface failure over the ...
Roberts, J. C. +2 more
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ABSTRACT Introduction Exposure to excessive noise is a highly preventable occupational risk, with irreversible side effects that may negatively impact an individual's quality of life, such as noise‐induced hearing loss and tinnitus. Dental personnel may be at particular risk due to their exposure to high levels of noise from dental equipment.
Liath O' Shea +3 more
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Early Clinical Experiences for Dental Students Using Near Peer Assisted Learning (NPAL)
ABSTRACT Introduction This paper describes Doctor of Dental Surgery students' perspectives on participating in NPAL sessions at the School of Dentistry at the University of Alberta. NPAL provides early clinical experiences (ECE) for junior students (mentees) assisted by senior students (mentors).
Anthea Senior +4 more
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Inhalation of mercury vapor can cause the toxic effects on rat kidney [PDF]
Dental amalgam has been used in dentistry as a filling material. The filler comprises mercury (Hg). It is considered one of the most important and widespread environmental pollutants, which poses a serious potential threat for the humans and animals ...
Akgul, Hayati Murat +5 more
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Microstructure of Dental Amalgam [PDF]
Numerous studies have been done in the past to identify the phases present in dental amalgam. Both metallographic and X-ray diffraction techniques have been used.-' Most researchers now presume that dental amalgam consists mainly of three phases. The original particle is an alloy of Ag, Sn, Cu, and sometimes Zn; the major portion is the compound Ag3Sn,
Allan, Ferne +2 more
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Longevity and Success of Restorative Treatments: Knowledge of Dentists and Laypeople
ABSTRACT Objective To describe the knowledge of dentists and laypeople regarding the longevity and success rate of various restorative treatments in dentistry. Methods This observational cross‐sectional study was conducted in two phases. In phase 1, a guided interview assessing the longevity of various restorative treatments (including direct composite
Brenda Antonow Nunes Da Silva +2 more
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Oral lichenoid lesions related to contact with dental materials: A literature review [PDF]
Oral lichenoid lesions related to contact are defined as oral-cavity eruptions with an identifiable etiology, and are clinically and histologically similar to oral lichen planus.
Bullon, Pedro +4 more
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A case report: retigabine induced oral mucosal dyspigmentation of the hard palate [PDF]
Background Dyspigmentation of the oral mucosa has a multitude of aetiological causes. Retigabine, a new antiepileptic drug, has the potential side effect of inducing a blue/purple pigmentation of the oral mucosa in addition to the skin, lips, nails and ...
Beacher, Nicholas G. +2 more
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ABSTRACT Introduction The healthcare sector contributes approximately 5% of global greenhouse gas emissions, and dentistry represents a notable environmental burden due to high energy consumption, material use, and medical waste generation. This study aimed to evaluate dental students' awareness, attitudes, and perceptions regarding environmental ...
Fatma Nur Kızılay +2 more
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