302 Dental colleges – more are coming
Attending the 38th National Conference of the Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons of India (AOMSI), Dr Majumdar said, “On the basis of the new restrictions, there has been a significant cut down on new colleges this year. Of around 85 applications, only seven have been approved.”
Dr Majumdar said there are more than 302 dental colleges mostly in pvt sector, churning out dentsits in large numbers, this has affected quality of training and opportunities of employment.. MORE HERE
Crucial verdict tomorrow
Dentists from Noida, a Delhi suburb, are accused of murdering their only child, 14-year-old Aarushi, and their 45-year-old domestic worker Hemraj by slitting their throats “with clinical precision”.
Federal police say Aarushi was killed in a fit of rage when her parents found her with the servant in a “objectionable” situation while the couple insist they are victims of a botched police probe and vigilante justice….Verdict will be delivered tomorrow...NDTV NEWS
DCI should include emergency medicine in curriculum
Dr from Yardley BirminghamIn UK said, it is mandatory for every dentist to take a course in emergency medicine every year to be able to handle emergencies like heart attack, reactions of medicines, effect of anaesthesia, etc. in dental patients under treatment. Dental Council of India too has been thinking of including emergency medicine in curriculum..MORE HERE
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Changes in Apical Radiolucencies of RCT teeth with Cone beam
Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) allows us to assess in 3 dimensions the location and size of periapical radiolucencies. Volumetric changes of periapical radiolucencies in endodontically treated teeth were assessed 1 year after orthograde retreatment.
The volume of periapical radiolucencies reduced in 20 teeth (57%), remained unchanged in 8 (23%), and increased in 7 (20%). LINK
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6 mm implant for limited vertical bone height
Implant Direct, a Swiss online supplier of dental implants, has added a 6 mm implant to its range of Legacy3 implants. The new device is the shortest member of the company’s Legacy family and is available in a variety of designs to meet the customer’s individual clinical needs.
The advantage of the 6 mm length option is that a short implant less frequently requires surgery, such as a sinus lift or sinus augmentation….MORE HERE
Big- free implant dentistry expo
Implant World is a free-to-attend event is specifically designed for dentists looking to improve their knowledge of products and services in implant dentistry.
This event is for the dentists already carrying out implant treatment as well as general dentists looking for the inspiration and confidence to start up in implant dentistry. MORE HERE
Cone-head Skull found
A SKULL of an aristocratic woman with a deformed, pointed ‘conehead’ has been found in an ancient burial plot in France.
In that period, an alien-like, domed skull was a privilege only afforded to deceased aristocracy.
“The deformation of the skull with the help of bandages (narrow strips of cloth) and small boards is a practice coming from central Asia,” said reporter. MORE HERE
Coconut oil linked to oral health
Despite the numerous skeptics, some dentists are claiming that the coconut oil is producing whiter teeth and healthier gums.
The trend of oil pulling has spread by word of mouth. In addition to reducing plaque, there have also been cases of acne clearing, and fewer asthma and sinus problems. There have even been reports of improvements in heart and stomach conditions.
The best oil to use is raw, pure-grade coconut oil. Sunflower or sesame oil have also reportedly been effective. MORE HERE
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