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Tooth Regeneration Instead of Fillings

April 2nd, 2008 · Comments Off

Ok – the research is still underway and it may take 10 years to come to fruition, but this is worth noting. Scientists are working on solutions to regenerate dentin and enamel naturally, which would replace the need for fillings – amalgam, composite, or porcelain. With acid erosion increasing in the mouths of Americans, this [...]

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Botox May Migrate from Face to Brain

April 2nd, 2008 · Comments Off

Big news. The Journal of Neuroscience released a study that shows that in rodents injected in the face with Botox, botulism was transported to the brain. This evidence is not conclusive and goes against previous studies. However, for dentists who administer Botox injections for cosmetic purposes or TMD relief, this article is a must read.

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