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For dentists
Single-Visit vs Multiple-Visit Root Canal Treatment: What the Evidence Says
Is single-visit root canal treatment as effective as multiple visits? Cochrane evidence on healing, post-operative pain and flare-ups for dentists.
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Mouth Ulcer Not Healing? When to See a Dentist
Mouth ulcer not healing after 2 weeks? Evidence on common causes, warning signs, precancerous patches, delay in India and when to see a dentist.
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Fluoride Toothpaste for Children: How Much and Which Strength?
How much fluoride toothpaste should children use, and which strength? Cochrane evidence on caries benefit, fluorosis risk and safe amounts for parents.
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AI in Dental Caries Detection: What the Evidence Says
How accurate is AI at detecting caries on bitewings and photographs? Meta-analyses, a randomised trial and what it means for treatment decisions.
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OPG vs CBCT: When to Use Each, According to the Evidence
OPG or CBCT? What trials and reviews show on third molars, impacted canines, root fractures, implants and radiation dose, for dental imaging centres.
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A Dental Clinic Infection Control Checklist: What the Evidence Says
Evidence-based infection control checklist for dental clinics: sterilizer testing, waterlines, aerosols, sharps, hand hygiene, vaccination and lab cases.
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How Long Do Braces Take? What the Evidence Says
Fixed braces take about two years on average. What research says about the factors that lengthen treatment, and what patients can do to keep it on track.
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National Dental Commission Rules 2026: Prescription, Advertising & Register Updates for Dentists
What 2026 NDC notices mean for Indian dentists: the 9 details every prescription must show, social media ad limits, and the National Dental Register.
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Crown Shade Selection Errors: Causes, Evidence and Prevention for Dental Laboratories
Why do crowns come back the wrong shade? An evidence review of crown shade selection errors and how dental labs and dentists can reduce shade remakes.
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Local Anaesthesia Maximum Dose in Dentistry: What the Evidence Says
Maximum local anaesthetic doses vary between guidelines, and calculation errors matter most in children. An evidence review of safe LA dosing in dentistry.
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Dental X-Ray Safety During Pregnancy: What the Evidence Says
Measured foetal doses from dental X-rays are tiny, and reviews call necessary imaging safe in pregnancy. What the evidence means for expectant mothers.
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Do Appointment Reminders Reduce Missed Dental Visits? What the Evidence Says
Text reminders raised attendance versus no reminder in a Cochrane review, but dental trials are mixed. What this means for reducing clinic no-shows.
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Why Do Fixed Orthodontic Retainers Fail? What a Systematic Review Means for Dental Practice in India
Why bonded fixed retainers fail: a 2021 review of 21 studies on wire vs fibre, bonding every tooth, operator technique and review in the first 6 months.
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Electric Two-Wheelers and Orofacial Trauma: What the New Evidence Means for Dental Practice in India
E-bike riders had more accidents and orofacial injuries than conventional riders in a 2026 Indian study. Assessment, IADT care and helmet counselling.
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Clear Aligners Versus Fixed Appliances: What a 2025 Meta-Analysis Means for Dental Practice in India
A 2025 meta-analysis of 21 RCTs: clear aligners vs fixed braces in simple non-extraction cases, periodontal indices, quality of life and evidence limits.
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Orthodontic Camouflage Versus Orthognathic Surgery in Class II Malocclusion: What the Evidence Means for Dental Practice in India
Adult skeletal Class II: where orthodontic camouflage matched orthognathic surgery, where surgery did better, and what the limited evidence means.
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