Plant-derived compound may offer non-antibiotic adjunct for periodontal treatment
SÃO PAULO, Brazil: Plant-derived therapies are attracting growing interest in dentistry. A recent study evaluated morin, a naturally occurring flavonoid found in fruits, vegetables, some herbs and other plants, for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antimicrobial effects against periodontal pathogens. Tested alone and in a slow-release polymer formulation, morin demonstrated enhanced activity that could support non-surgical […]
Suicide awareness in dental education: A call to action for World Mental Health Day
DUNDEE, Scotland: As the global health community marks World Mental Health Day today, the dental profession is being urged to confront a pressing concern within its own ranks: the mental well-being of students and practitioners. New research highlights a critical gap in suicide awareness education across dental schools, underscoring the need for systemic change to […]
Homeopathy in dentistry: enhancing patient health and wellbeing
Homeopathy, especially for acute conditions, is quick and easy to use within dentistry and can bring an increased sense of job satisfaction to the dentist and an improved sense of health and wellbeing to the patient, says Samantha Jugdev. The Homeopathy Research Institute estimates that, in the UK, 32 million people use homeopathy and there…
New proven antibacterial solution for high-risk patients revealed
Introducing Prevora – a clinically proven, long-lasting antibacterial coating designed to protect high-risk adult patients from tooth decay. The antibacterial solution, now launching in the UK, drew strong interest throughout the two days, with live demonstrations showing how Prevora works by managing oral dysbiosis that contributes to both caries and gum disease. With more than…
Clinical Case: Easily Matching a Class V Non-Cervical Carious Lesion
Using 3M™ Filtek™ Easy Match Universal Restorative, and 3M™ Scotchbond™ Universal Plus Adhesive. The post Clinical Case: Easily Matching a Class V Non-Cervical Carious Lesion appeared first on Solventum Dental Blog.
Who wrote the reference book “Le chirurgien dentiste” from 1728?
Brain of the Week – History The post Who wrote the reference book “Le chirurgien dentiste” from 1728? appeared first on Solventum Dental Blog.
Clinical Case: Easily Matching a Class V Non-Cervical Carious Lesion
Using 3M™ Filtek™ Easy Match Universal Restorative, and 3M™ Scotchbond™ Universal Plus Adhesive. The post Clinical Case: Easily Matching a Class V Non-Cervical Carious Lesion appeared first on Solventum Dental Blog.
Clinical Case: Restoring front teeth with injection moulding technique
Using 3M™ Scotchbond™ Universal Plus Adhesive, 3M™ Filtek ™ Universal Restorative. The post Clinical Case: Restoring front teeth with injection moulding technique appeared first on Solventum Dental Blog.
Which substance is not one of the three hard substances of the tooth?
Brain of the Week – Chemistry The post Which substance is not one of the three hard substances of the tooth? appeared first on Solventum Dental Blog.
Five reasons why you should warm your composite
From the first procedure to the last, dental composites can be a challenge. See how heat could make your restorations… The post Five reasons why you should warm your composite appeared first on Solventum Dental Blog.