This summary is based on the article published in the Australian Dental Journal: Anaphylaxis: an update for dental practitioners (June 2014)
This summary is based on the article published in the Australian Dental Journal: The use of bisphosphonates in children: review of the literature and guidelines for dental management (March 2014)
This summary is based on the article published in Angle Orthodontist: Comparison of adverse effects between lingual and labial orthodontic treatment. A systematic review (November 2013)
This summary is based on the article published in the Journal of the American Dental Association: The indications for third molar extractions (June 2014)
This summary is based on the article published in the New York State Dental Journal: The relationship between smoking and periodontal disease. Review of the literature and case report (November 2013)
This summary is based on the article published in the Journal of Dental Research: TMJ Disc Displacement without Reduction Management: A Systematic Review (2014)
This question was submitted by a general dentist: What does the literature say about crown-root ratio for implants with regard to short implants and crowns that are long or longer than the 50/50 guide for natural teeth? Dr. Suham Alexander, Oasis Discussions Clinical Editor, and Dr. Effie Habsha drafted and reviewed this quick initial response
This question was submitted by a general dentist: How does one decide whether a crack/craze line on an asymptomatic tooth should be attempted to be removed, either with a restoration or a crown? Dr. Mary Dabuleanu of Dabuleanu Dental, in collaboration with Dr. Suham Alexander, Oasis Clinical Editor, provided the following quick initial response