Synthetic enamel repairs early carious lesion
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The research on the development of a crystalline white paste of modified hydroxyapatite containing fluoride for the treatment of carious lesion, that is chemically and structurally similar to natural enamel and developed by Japanese researchers Kazue Yamagishi and colleagues is discussed.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Dental Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-8177
Year: 2005
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Should a dental explorer be used to probe suspected carious lesions?
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The opinions of James C. Hamilton, clinical professor at University of Michigan's School of Dentistry, and George Stooky, professor with Indiana University Emerging Technologies Center, on the effectiveness of using a dental explorer tool for caries detection, are presented.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Dental Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-8177
Year: 2005
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Assessing the effect of fluoride varnish on early enamel carious lesions in the primary dentition
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A fluoride varnish on teeth can prevent and even reverse the early stages of tooth decay in children, according to a study of 142 children. The varnish is safe and easy to apply and may eliminate the need for fillings.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Dental Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-8177
Year: 2001
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