Wisdom teeth are the last molar teeth to come out, usually in their late teens and early 20s, around the time of adulthood.

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Tooth infections in horses can be tricky to identify but there are a range of equine endodontic treatments now available from specialists in this area ...

For patients undergoing impacted mandibular third molar extraction, nonopioid therapy provides superior pain control on day 1 and noninferior control to opioids on days 2 and 3, according to a ...

Gay's body was found by helicopter around four miles offshore, and a month later Reich's body was found — missing the jawbone. Six years later, in 1984, the jawbone was found on the beach and has now ...

Salamanders are small amphibians that look like a cross between a lizard and a frog. They have smooth, moist skin like amphibians but long bodies and tails like lizards. The word “salamander” is ...

The first example of Paranthropus was discovered in South Africa by Dr Robert Broom in 1938. Its name means “beside man” and ...

Malocclusion refers to the misalignment between the upper and lower teeth, impacting the bite and overall oral health. Causes are a mix of genetics, environmental factors, and childhood habits like ...

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ABSTRACT: Orthodontic treatment is often necessary for patients with endodontically treated teeth, with the objective of effective tooth movement while minimizing biological risks and discomfort.

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Abstract: Germectomy is a common surgery in pediatric dentistry to prevent the potential dangers caused by impacted mandibular wisdom teeth. Segmentation of mandibular wisdom teeth is a crucial step ...