The Dental Update Archive

These materials enjoy popularity in the treatment of denture stomatitis, after pre-prosthetic surgery and in the transitional treatment of patients with denture base-associated problems (Figures 1, 2...

Periodontitis is a common condition affecting about half the adult population to some degree, with about 10% of the population suffering from a more severe form of the condition that threatens them...

Type I diabetes is characterized by autoimmune destruction of β-cells that secrete insulin in the pancreas. The basis for autoimmune theory comes from inflammation within the islet of Langerhans. As...

This is a beautiful looking book produced by Quintessence with brief descriptions in English and German..

Obstructive salivary gland disease is the most common salivary gland pathology to present to general dental practitioners.1 Patients suffering from obstructive salivary disease may complain of...

A 36-year-old male, who was otherwise fit and well, managed to discharge the EpiPen® into his right thumb whilst undergoing training in anaphylaxis. He immediately informed the trainer of the...

There are a number of factors that can be screened as part of the social history when a patient attends for a dental check-up. The Faculty of General Dental Practitioners suggests factors, listed in...

Within the United Kingdom (UK) the majority of the public will access NHS primary dental services for routine dental care. Others who have the financial means may wish to seek services within the...