Background Dental enamel is the outermost layer of the teeth and is the hardest tissue in the body. Dental enamel cannot regenerate itself, because it is formed by a layer of cells that is lost by the..
Background Periodontal diseases are among the most common infectious diseases in humans, with an estimated 80% of American adults currently having some form of this disease. Periodontal diseases range..
Background Gingivitis is described as gingival inflammation without the loss of connective tissue attachment or alveolar bone. Systemic inflammatory diseases such as diabetes are predicted to create a..
Background Dental enamel is the outermost layer of the teeth and is the hardest tissue in the body. Dental enamel cannot regenerate itself, because it is formed by a layer of cells that is lost by the..
Background Bone morphogenetic proteins (BMPs) have been shown to trigger new bone formation in animal models. Since the delivery of BMPs in a solution phase does not result in bone formation, strategi..
Background Grafting materials (e.g., autografts, allografts) have been used to repair tissue loss from accidents and diseases. Limited attachment and the risk of pathogen transmission and immune rejec..
Background Periodontal diseases are among the most common infectious diseases in humans, with an estimated 80% of American adults currently having some form of this disease. Periodontal diseases range..
Background Gingivitis is described as gingival inflammation without the loss of connective tissue attachment or alveolar bone. Systemic inflammatory diseases such as diabetes are predicted to create a..
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Glass-ionomer cements are one of the most promising restoratives in dentistry. Since their invention, these cements have been successfully applied in dentistry for more than 25 years. The s..
The impinging jet method of depth control gives the waterjet cutting technique a new level of control. Prior to this technology, etching and scribing was accomplished by reducing pressure, reducing ab..
