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3D Imaging of PDL Collagen Fibers during Orthodontic Tooth Movement in Mandibular Murine Model
Published on: April 15, 2021
[Child in dentistry: person or puppet?]
1Escuela de Postgrado, Asociación Odontologica Argentina.
Abstract:
Many years ago the author introduced and advocated the comprehensive approach in pediatric dentistry. He emphasized the priority of an empatic relationship among child, mother and dentist with positive communication channels. The use of sedation, other aversive methods and even an hypertechnical attitude are only attempts to avoid the child's anxiety. Wi need him as a total person, not as a typodont.
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