Dr. Syed Nabeel When I look back at articles I wrote for DentistryUnited in 2022 and 2023, I do not see obsolete ideas or outdated science. I see an earlier version of my own thinking. Those articles were carefully researched, firmly grounded in evidence, and written with the intention of helping clinicians navigate everyday […]
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DentistryUnited News Desk In a significant reaffirmation of academic accountability in postgraduate dental education, the National Dental Commission (NDC) has once again directed all universities and dental colleges across India to strictly enforce the mandatory 80% biometric attendance requirement for postgraduate (MDS) students before permitting them to appear for university examinations. The latest circular is […]
Dr. Hajeera Banu As a dentist dedicated to advancing patient care, I am continually inspired by research that uncovers hidden intersections between oral health and systemic conditions. A recent study published in the British Dental Journal sheds light on a compelling link between dental caries and cystic fibrosis (CF), offering fresh perspectives for practitioners and […]
Prologue It was late afternoon. The city was heavy with the scent of rain on concrete, and the distant hum of traffic filled the air like a restless chorus.I sat by the window of a modest restaurant, waiting for my meal — and for a young mind that had reached out through DentistryUnited. I was […]
Go comprehensive? Starting Clinical Rotations at NYU It was the day we started shadowing the seniors in the clinics at NYU. The place was buzzing with students and patients, almost like a busy marketplace! That might be an odd comparison, but that’s exactly how it felt—alive with activity. The professors were huddled in one corner, […]
Am I there yet? Life After BDS: The Journey to DDS and a Better Future The auditorium buzzed with chatter as I stepped in, anxious yet determined. This massive hall, seating 400 people, would be my classroom for the next three years. Among the 350 students in the DDS Class of 2011, everyone seemed different […]
Practicing to Perfection Strange looks were exchanged as we glanced at each other. I was one among a hundred students in the preclinical lab for crown preparation. The manikins were all set up, ready for our first class in the DDS program. The typodonts were securely screwed in, with a full complement of teeth, positioned […]
There are many freshly passed dentists who think they have missed the bus. That is if they weren’t in a position to do their University conducted post graduate Masters Residency program. Well at the root of the frustration is the argument that patients would prefer postgraduate Masters to treat their teeth and gums over bachelor […]
……Continued from Part 1 This X ray picture showed the entire ramus of the mandible having a large radiolucent lesion.The picture was consistent with a huge dentigerous cyst! “I have been saying it for years”, is all that he said. Considering his mental condition I wrote a note to his hospital doctor about the cyst […]
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Dental Occlusion and TMJ: The Interrelationship – Fundamental Concepts, Finer Details, and Clinical Implications
Introduction Dental occlusion and the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) are fundamental pillars in dentistry. Their intricate biomechanical relationship governs oral function, structural stability, and overall patient well-being. A deep understanding of occlusal dynamics and TMJ physiology is paramount for diagnosing, treating, and preventing a spectrum of dental, muscular, and joint disorders. This comprehensive guide will elucidate […]