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Lasers ‘could prevent’ need for root canal treatment
Lasers have been used to regenerate parts of damaged teeth and could one day be used to prevent root canal treatments, claim US researchers.
The laser beam triggered a series of changes that led to the formation of new dentin, the layer below the enamel, in animal tests.
The results, in Science Translational Medicine, showed stem cells in the dental pulp were activated.
Experts said it was intriguing, but a long way from the dentist’s chair.
The team at Harvard University used a drill to remove part of a tooth in mice and rats. BBC NEWS
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Death at Dental clinic
No one expects to die when they go to the dentist but a recent study finds that at least 31 children have died after a trip to the dentist in the last two decades. Why does this happen? See video -click HERE
Lara Dutta interacts with eminent dentist on Colgate launch
A beauty queen always needs to flash a winning smile and former Miss Universe Lara Dutta makes no exception of it. At an event by Colgate, the actress interacted with eminent dentist Dr Sandesh Mayekar, who spoke to her about changing food habits and how everyday foods lead to cavities. The occasion marked the launch of a breakthrough technology by the brand in the form of the Colgate Maximum Cavity Protection ...MORE HERE
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Famous paper on stem cell retracted
The lead author of two controversial stem cell papers has agreed to retract some of her work, Nature News reports.
The papers, published in January, claimed to have found simple ways to transform regular cells into stem cells. An easy supply of stem cells would be a boon to both stem-cell research and to any future treatments that use the cells, so both scientists and journalists were excited about the papers. Some outside scientists soon noticed the papers had problems..MORE HERE
Three herbs for sensitive teeth –CLICK HERE
Air Asia starts Indian flights
Low cost carrier AirAsia India today said its maiden daily flight will be on the Bangalore-Goa route, with a price tag of Rs 990 including taxes. The airline will open the bookings this evening. MORE HERE
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Threat of antibiotic resistance
The microbial threats facing us today pose significant health risks, and the situation is not likely to improve. The WHO’s first global report on antibiotic resistance[1] was released on 30 April 2014. It has identified that highly resistant organisms are now commonplace and that antibiotic resistance is a serious worldwide threat to public health. Dentistry is not immune to this.The WHO’s report highlighted that health care workers can help tackle antibiotic resistance by enhancing infection prevention and control. FULL PAPER
Earliest false tooth remains dating back to 3rd century BC discovered in Western Europe ..MORE HERE
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