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Single developmental rule explains complexity of molar development

TEMPE, Ariz., U.S.: Mammalian teeth come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. Their particular dimensions and form are the process of millions of years of ...

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Genetic mutation from last ice age linked to shovel-shaped incisors

BERKELEY, Calif., U.S.: Scientists have been puzzled by the evolutionary adaptation behind a common tooth trait of northeastern Asians and Native Americans:...

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Minority children most at risk of dental caries

HYATTSVILLE, Md., U.S.: Research has shown that dental caries is the most common chronic disease among young people living in the U.S. aged 6–19. ...

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Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs provide more effective dental pain relief

CLEVELAND, U.S.: Safe and effective pain management is an important topic for dental practitioners. Opioid and nonopioid analgesic agents are among the ...

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Dental tourism negatively impacts New Zealand’s health care system

DUNEDIN, New Zealand: Overseas travel for dental treatment is said to be the most prevalent form of medical tourism. Up until now, medical tourism has been ...

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Dental health inequalities most apparent in young children

GOTHENBURG, Sweden: Despite the fact that the Swedish government has provided free dental care to children and young people for decades, research has shown ...

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