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New poster stresses need for more e-cigarette research
Another warning about the potentially harmful effects of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) has been issued. A new poster from a prestigious European conference details what is contained in e-cigarettes, and the authors urge more research on this subject.
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Pediatric CT may triple risk of leukemia, brain cancer
Radiation exposure from two or three head computed tomography (CT) scans in childhood can triple the risk of developing brain cancer, while five to 10 such scans may triple the risk of developing leukemia, according to a study published June 7 in Lancet.
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The Florida state dentistry board has sanctioned a periodontist in a sedation lapse that led to a patient's death.
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This behavior technique reduced dental fear and improved cooperation in pediatric patients, reports a BMC Oral Health study.
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An Amazon delivery driver was arrested on December 15 for allegedly punching and attempting to sexually assault an employee in front of patients at a dental practice.
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A dentist charged with multiple counts of child exploitation has pleaded not guilty to new criminal charges.
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Learn Dr. Katie Tonkin's experience using Kuraray zirconia and CEREC to help dental patients in this clinical tip from Dr. Tom Giacobbi.
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A dentist arrested for allegedly traveling to pay a 14-year-old girl for sex recently had his dental license revoked.
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Understanding the reasons behind your team’s resistance to technology is the first step to building stronger collaboration and cohesion, writes Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH.
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High-dollar case acceptance isn't about convincing patients, it's about leading them, writes Dr. Paul Homoly.
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