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Have a greater understanding of the role of Pierre Fauchard in the development of dentistry as a modern profession. Appreciate how Pierre Fauchard broke with the conventionalism of his time, and ...

Holistic dentistry is an alternative to traditional dental care. It’s a form of complementary and alternative medicine. In recent years, this type of dentistry has grown in popularity. Many people are ...

Undergraduate science courses with labs are typically required for dental school. Applicants must pass the Integrated National Board Dental Examination. Successful dentists are empathetic, ...

The Center for Advanced Dental Education at Saint Louis University offers a program in the specialty of pediatric dentistry that leads to a Master of Science in Dentistry and a certificate in ...

Abrasion: Tooth wear caused by improper brushing or excessively forceful use of toothpicks or floss. Holding objects between the teeth or frequently placing and removing a dental appliance may also ...

Lasers are a common tool in dentistry. They can be used for teeth whitening, tooth decay, gum disease, and mouth lesions. Using lasers in dentistry for tooth tissue procedures and other dental ...