Antibiotics: is the end in sight?
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Ever since the 1930s large number of antibiotics or potent anti-microbial agents, have been developed. With the introduction of new products, a new issue, termed, drug resistance has come to the focus. The causes of drug resistance, such as changes in the genetic activity of microbial pathogens, or altering of the binding site by bacteria, or excessive use of drugs; the consequences of drug resistance, and the necessary steps, healthcare professionals need to take, are detailed.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Dental Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-8177
Year: 2005
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Dental-lore based dentistry, or where is the evidence?
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Importance of practicing dentistry based on latest research and practices rather than following age-old protocols is discussed.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Dental Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-8177
Year: 2006
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Screening for cardiovascular risk factors in a dental setting
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The role of oral health care professionals in assessing cardiovascular risk factors of dental patients is presented.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Dental Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-8177
Year: 2007
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