A novel non-invasive retentive approach of an interim auricular prosthesis: A case report.

Auricular reconstruction is a challenging issue. It can either be performed surgically or by the use of prosthesis. Definitive auricular prosthesis can be retained by craniofacial implants.

Smear layer removal efficiency using apple vinegar: An in vitro scanning electron microscope study.

Purpose: To evaluate and compare the smear layer removal efficacy using two different concentrations of apple vinegar.

Methods: 48 single-rooted human teeth with conical roots and canals were randomly divided into four groups and prepared by using a nickel-titanium rotary system (Flexmaster). The final irrigation regimens used were: Group A (negative control group) in which distilled water only was used: Group B (positive control group) in which 2.

A single visit feeding plate for 3 months old cleft palate infant . A case report.

Infants with cleft palate (CP) suffer from several difficulties, one of them is feeding, which prevent infant from maintaining adequate nutrition. Usage of feeding plate, special bottles and nipples has been described to overcome this problem. This article describes steps of constructing a single visit feeding plate for a CP infant.