Tracking Bronze Age ‘itinerant smiths’ in western Poland: insights from Nd and Sr isotope data
Abstract The neodymium (Nd) isotope composition of stone casting moulds found in graves of Bronze Age ‘itinerant smiths’ in western Poland was analysed to determine the provenance of their raw materials. For the first time in archaeological research, the Nd model age (TDM)—a highly useful parameter in studying the provenance of geological materials—has
Mateusz Stróżyk+5 more
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Comparative evaluation of the clinical effectiveness of chemomechanical (Papacarie) and conventional mechanical caries removal methods in treatment of carious primary molars: a randomized controlled clinical study. [PDF]
Akindele BO+3 more
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Background and Purpose Systemic lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune, multisystemic disease affecting all organs in the body. Accrued evidence has elucidated a role for autophagy in the onset and severity of systemic lupus erythematosus. The antimalarial drug hydroxychloroquine constitutes the cornerstone of standard of care for systemic lupus ...
Eya Toumi+10 more
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Stress Distribution Pattern in Class I Cavities Restored by Different Techniques According to the Stress Reducing Direct Composite Concept: A Finite Element Analysis. [PDF]
Tavangar SM+3 more
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Inflammation is vital for defence against injury and infection, but excessive inflammation can lead to tissue damage and disease. The central nervous system (CNS) helps regulate immune responses through neuroendocrine pathways, such as the hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal axis and the anti‐inflammatory reflex, which limit systemic inflammation.
Evelin C. Cárnio+5 more
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Evaluating the impact of material type and blood contamination on tooth color stability post external cervical root resorption repair: a spectrophotometric study. [PDF]
Oncu A, Ozdemir M.
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ABSTRACT Background The oral health status of older people living in residential aged care facilities (RACFs) is found to be very poor. Many oral health promotion interventions have been tested in RACF settings around the world with varying degrees of success.
Nesa Aurlene+3 more
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Convenient Biochemical Testing Technologies for Oral Disease Risk Warning: Opportunities and Challenges. [PDF]
Liu Y+6 more
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ABSTRACT Objectives Tooth decay is a leading cause of total disease burden among Australian children. In 2019, the state government of New South Wales, Australia implemented the Primary School Mobile Dental Program (PSMDP) across five local health districts.
Kanchan Marcus+11 more
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