Clinical and translational researchKey personnel and collaborations

Beumer, III, J., Lyons, K. M., Kahenasa, N., Tong, D. C., & Sung, E. (2022). Implants in irradiated tissues, osteoporosis patients, and patients treated with bisphosphonates. In J. Beumer, III, R. F. Faulkner, K. C. Shah & B. M. Wu (Eds.), Fundamentals of implant dentistry (Vol. 1): Prosthodontic principles. (2nd ed.) (pp. 498-515). Batavia, IL: Quintessence Publishing.

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Naysmith, K. E., Foster Page, L. A., Tong, D. C., & Thomson, W. M. (2023). Oral health status of New Zealand Defence Force recruits. Military Medicine, 188, e804. doi: 10.1093/milmed/usab385

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Bussey, M. D., Davidson, P., Salmon, D., Romanchuk, J., Tong, D., & Sole, G. (2022). Influence of the frame of reference on head acceleration events recorded by instrumented mouthguards in community rugby players. BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine, 8(4), e001365. doi: 10.1136/bmjsem-2022-001365

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Monk, J. H. G., Thomson, W. M., & Tong, D. C. (2022). Trends in maxillofacial fractures in Otago-Southland, New Zealand: 2009-2020. New Zealand Medical Journal, 135(1557), 76-87. Retrieved from https://journal.nzma.org.nz/

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Ngah, N. A., Dias, G. J., Tong, D. C., Mohd Noor, S. N. F., Ratnayake, J., Cooper, P. R., & Hussaini, H. M. (2021). Lyophilised platelet-rich fibrin: Physical and biological characterisation. Molecules, 26(23), 7131. doi: 10.3390/molecules26237131

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Sese, P., Thomson, W. M., Tong, D., & Sopoaga, T. (2021). Self-reported oral health, dental anxiety and use of services in Pacific tertiary students. New Zealand Dental Journal, 117(4), 211-217.

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Abdullah, R., Olson, H., Todd, G., & Tong, D. (2020). Oral health perceptions, attitudes and knowledge among intensive care nursing staff in a tertiary hospital. Australian & New Zealand Journal of Dental & Oral Health Therapy, 8(1), 15-18.

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Kenny, C., Oldfield, L., Broadbent, J. M., & Tong, D. (2020). Common medications among dental outpatients: An update. New Zealand Dental Journal, 116(4), 121-126.

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Chapman, L., & Tong, D. (2019). Optimal follow-up time following lower third molar coronectomy: A clinical audit and literature review. New Zealand Dental Journal, 115(3), 89-95.

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Lee, J. H. C., Ondruschka, B., Falland-Cheung, L., Scholze, M., Hammer, N., Tong, D. C., & Waddell, J. N. (2019). An investigation on the correlation between the mechanical properties of human skull bone, its geometry, microarchitectural properties, and water content. Journal of Healthcare Engineering, 2019, 6515797. doi: 10.1155/2019/6515797

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Ondruschka, B., Lee, J. H. C., Scholze, M., Zwirner, J., Tong, D., Waddell, J. N., & Hammer, N. (2019). A biomechanical comparison between human calvarial bone and a skull simulant considering the role of attached periosteum and dura mater. International Journal of Legal Medicine, 133, 1603-1610. doi: 10.1007/s00414-019-02102-4

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Falland-Cheung, L., Scholze, M., Hammer, N., Waddell, J. N., Tong, D. C., & Brunton, P. A. (2018). Elastic behavior of brain simulants in comparison to porcine brain at different loading velocities. Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials, 77, 609-615. doi: 10.1016/j.jmbbm.2017.10.026

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Falland-Cheung, L., Scholze, M., Lozano, P. F., Ondruschka, B., Tong, D. C., Brunton, P. A., Waddell, J. N., & Hammer, N. (2018). Mechanical properties of the human scalp in tension. Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials, 84, 188-197. doi: 10.1016/j.jmbbm.2018.05.024

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Pittar, N., Winter, T., Falland-Cheung, L., Tong, D., & Waddell, J. N. (2018). Scalp simulation: A novel approach to site-specific biomechanical modeling of the skin. Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials, 77, 308-313. doi: 10.1016/j.jmbbm.2017.09.024

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Best, A. D., De Silva, R. K., Thomson, W. M., Tong, D. C., Cameron, C. M., & De Silva, H. L. (2017). Efficacy of codeine when added to paracetamol (acetaminophen) and ibuprofen for relief of postoperative pain after surgical removal of impacted third molars: A double-blinded randomised control trial. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, 75(10), 2063-2069. doi: 10.1016/j.joms.2017.04.045

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Falland-Cheung, L., Waddell, J. N., Lazarjan, M. S., Jermy, M. C., Winter, T., Tong, D., & Brunton, P. A. (2017). Use of agar/glycerol and agar/glycerol/water as a translucent brain simulant for ballistic testing. Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials, 65, 665-671. doi: 10.1016/j.jmbbm.2016.09.034

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Falland-Cheung, L., Waddell, J. N., Li, K. C., Tong, D., & Brunton, P. (2017). Investigation of the elastic modulus, tensile and flexural strength of five skull simulant materials for impact testing of a forensic skin/skull/brain model. Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials, 68, 303-307. doi: 10.1016/j.jmbbm.2017.02.023

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Nichols, G. A. L., Antoun, J. S., Al-Ani, A. H., & Tong, D. C. (2017). Do bicycle helmets reduce the risk of facial trauma?: A review. New Zealand Dental Journal, 113(3), 5-9.

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Broadbent, J. M., Singh, J. K., Masri, N. S., Tong, D. C., & Duncan, W. J. (2016). Oral health of New Zealand service personnel in WW1. New Zealand Dental Journal, 112(1), 10-14.

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Tong, D. C., & Breeze, J. (2016). Damage control surgery and combat-related maxillofacial and cervical injuries: A systematic review. British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, 54(1), 8-12. doi: 10.1016/j.bjoms.2015.10.013

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Cox, B., McBride, D., Broughton, J., & Tong, D. (2015). Health conditions in a cohort of New Zealand Vietnam veterans: Hospital admissions between 1988 and 2009. BMJ Open, 5(12), e008409. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2015-008409

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Falland-Cheung, L., Pittar, N., Tong, D., & Waddell, J. N. (2015). Investigation of dental materials as skin simulants for forensic skin/skull/brain model impact testing. Forensic Science, Medicine & Pathology, 11(4), 552-557. doi: 10.1007/s12024-015-9718-0

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Jung, T. K., De Silva, H. L., Konthasingha, P. P., & Tong, D. C. (2015). Trends in paediatric maxillofacial trauma presenting to Dunedin Hospital, 2006 to 2012. New Zealand Dental Journal, 111(2), 76-79.

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Tong, D. C., Winter, T. J., Jin, J., Bennett, A. C., & Waddell, J. N. (2015). Quantification of subconcussive impact forces to the head using a forensic model. Journal of Clinical Neuroscience, 22(4), 747-751. doi: 10.1016/j.jocn.2014.11.018

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Tong, D. C., Al-Hassiny, H. H., Ain, A. B., & Broadbent, J. M. (2014). Post-operative complications following dental extractions at the School of Dentistry, University of Otago. New Zealand Dental Journal, 110(2), 51-55.

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Adsett, L., Thomson, W. M., Kieser, J. A., & Tong, D. C. (2013). Patterns and trends in facial fractures in New Zealand between 1999 and 2009. New Zealand Dental Journal, 109(4), 142-147.

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Choi, H. J., De Silva, R. K., Tong, D. C., De Silva, H. L., Love, R. M., & Athens, J. (2013). The thickness of parietal bones in a New Zealand sample of cadaveric skulls in relation to calvarial bone graft. Craniomaxillofacial Trauma & Reconstruction, 6(2), 115-120. doi: 10.1055/s-0033-1343788

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McBride, D., Cox, B., Broughton, J., & Tong, D. (2013). The mortality and cancer experience of New Zealand Vietnam war veterans: A cohort study. BMJ Open, 3, e003379. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2013-003379

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Tong, D., & Beirne, R. (2013). Combat body armor and injuries to the head, face, and neck region: A systematic review. Military Medicine, 178(4), 421-426. doi: 10.7205/MILMED-D-12-00522

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Cutfield, N. I., & Tong, D. C. (2012). Common medications among dental outpatients: Considerations in general dental practice. New Zealand Dental Journal, 108(4), 140-147.

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Goldsmith, S. M., De Silva, R. K., Tong, D. C., & Love, R. M. (2012). Influence of a pedicle flap design on acute postoperative sequelae after lower third molar removal. International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, 41(3), 371-375. doi: 10.1016/j.ijom.2011.08.006

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Parton, A. L., Tong, D. C., De Silva, H. L., Farella, M., & De Silva, R. K. (2011). A nine-year review of orthognathic surgery at the University of Otago. New Zealand Dental Journal, 107(4), 117-120.

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Patel, K. J., De Silva, H. L., Tong, D. C., & Love, R. M. (2011). Concordance between clinical and histopathologic diagnoses of oral mucosal lesions. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, 69(1), 125-133. doi: 10.1016/j.joms.2010.07.075

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Tong, D. C., & Trottier, V. J. (2011). Interdisciplinary approach to the management of an 18-month-old burn victim in Afghanistan. Military Medicine, 176(1), 115-118.

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Tong, D. C., Brooking, T. H., & Love, R. (2011). The management of maxillofacial trauma during the Korean War: A coming of age of a specialty. Journal of Military & Veterans' Health, 19(2), 10-14.

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Becconsall-Ryan, K., Tong, D., & Love, R. (2010). Radiolucent inflammatory jaw lesions: A twenty-year analysis. International Endodontic Journal, 43, 859-865. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.2010.01751.x

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Tong, D. C., Kumar, R. R., Kok, S., De Silva, R. K., & Thomson, W. M. (2010). Patterns of maxillofacial fracture presentation in Dunedin from 2000 to 2005. New Zealand Dental Journal, 106(1), 16-19.

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Tong, D., Dawson, J., & Love, R. (2010). Factors affecting oral health status in an elderly military veteran population in New Zealand. Journal of Military & Veterans' Health, 18(3), 12-17.

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Willis, D. H. R., Tong, D. C., Thomson, W. M., & Love, R. M. (2010). Maxillofacial trauma and the GDP: Specialty recognition and patterns of referral. New Zealand Dental Journal, 106(3), 97-102.

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Naidoo, R. J., De Silva, H. L., & Tong, D. C. (2009). Full frontal: Considerations in a 16-year-old rugby player with a frontal sinus fracture. New Zealand Dental Journal, 105(2), 51-55.

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Tong, D. C. (2008). The role of dentists in a mass casualty situation: A New Zealand perspective. Journal of Military & Veterans' Health, 16(4), 20-25.

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Tong, D., & Theis, J.-C. (2008). Antibiotic prophylaxis and invasive dental treatment in prosthetic joint patients. New Zealand Medical Journal, 121(1280). Retrieved from http://journal.nzma.org.nz/journal/121-1280/3212/content.pdf

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Tong, D., Bamji, A., Brooking, T., & Love, R. (2008). Plastic Kiwis: New Zealanders and the development of a specialty. Journal of Military & Veterans' Health, 17(1), 11-18.

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Kirk, D. G., Liston, P. N., Tong, D. C., & Love, R. M. (2007). Influence of two different flap designs on incidence of pain, swelling, trismus, and alveolar osteitis in the week following third molar surgery. Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral Radiology & Endodontology, 104, e1-e6. doi: 10.1016/j.tripleo.2007.01.032

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Tong, D. (2006). Buccal advancement flap closure of oro-antral communications. New Zealand Dental Association News, (November), 38-41.

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Tong, D. (2004). A brief review of warfarin and the international normalised ratio. New Zealand Medical Student Journal, 1, 31-33.

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Tong, D. C., & Liston, P. N. (2004). Halitosis: Raising a stink. New Zealand Family Physician, 31(5), 328-331.

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Tong, D. C., & Walker, R. J. (2004). Antibiotic prophylaxis in dialysis patients undergoing invasive dental treatment. Nephrology, 9, 167-170.

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Hauman, C. H. J., Chandler, N. P., & Tong, D. C. (2002). Endodontic implications of the maxillary sinus: A review. International Endodontic Journal, 35, 127-141.

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Kieser, J. A., Stephenson, S. C. R., Liston, P. N., Tong, D. C., & Langley, J. D. (2002). Serious facial fractures in New Zealand from 1979 to 1998. International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, 31, 206-209.

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Kieser, J., Stephenson, S., Liston, P. N., Tong, D. C., & Langley, J. D. (2002). Serious facial fractures in New Zealand from 1979 to 1998. International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, 31, 206-209.

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Tong, D. C., & Ferguson, M. M. (2002). A clinical approach to white patches in the mouth. New Zealand Family Physician, 29(5), 334-339.

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Tong, D. C., & Ferguson, M. M. (2002). Concurrent oral lichen planus and primary sclerosing cholangitis. British Journal of Dermatology, 147, 356-358.

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Liston, P. N., Kumara, R., & Tong, D. C. (2001). Displaced polishing discs: two case reports and a review of the literature. British Dental Journal, 191, 74-76.

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Liston, P. N., Kumara, R., & Tong, D. C. (2001). Displaced polishing discs: Two case reports. British Dental Journal, 191(2), 74-76. doi: 10.1038/sj.bdj.4801099

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Liston, P. N., Tong, D. C., Firth, N. A., & Kieser, J. A. (2001). Bite injuries: Pathophysiology, forensic analysis and management. New Zealand Dental Journal, 97, 58-63.

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Oda, D., Nguyen, M. P., Royack, G. A., & Tong, D. C. (2001). H2O2 oxidative damage in cultured oral epithelial cells: The effect of short-term vitamin C exposure. Anticancer Research, 21(4A), 2719-2724.

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Royack, G. A., Nyugen, M. P., Tong, D. C., & Oda, D. (2001). Response of human oral epithelial cells to oxidative damage and the effect of Vitamin E. Oral Oncology, 36, 37-41.

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Hu, D., Sires, B. S., Tong, D. C., & Oda, D. (2000). Effect of brief exposure to mitomycin-c on cultured human nasal mucosa fibroblasts. Oral Oncology, 16, 119-125.

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Royack, G. A., Nguyen, M. P., Tong, D. C., Poot, M., & Oda, D. (2000). Response of human oral epitheloal cells to oxidative damage and the effect of vitamin E. Oral Oncology, 36, 37-41.

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Royack, G. A., Nyugen, M. P., Tong, D. C., & Oda, D. (2000). Response of human oral epithelial cells to oxidative damage and the effect of vitamin E. Oral Oncology, 36, 37-41.

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Tong, D. C., & Rothwell, B. R. (2000). Antibiotic prophylaxis in dentistry: A review and practice recommendations. Journal of the American Dental Association, 131, 366-374.

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Tong, D. C., Poot, M., Hu, D., & Oda, D. (2000). 5-Fluorouracil induced apoptosis in cultured oral cancer cells. Oral Oncology, 36, 236-241.

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Tong, D. C., & Worthington, P. (1999). Atypical migration of an impacted lower third molar. New Zealand Dental Journal, 95, 127-129.

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Tong, D. C., Rioux, K., Drangsholt, M., & Beirne, O. R. (1998). A review of survival rates for implants placed in grafted maxillary sinuses using meta-analysis. International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Implants, 13, 175-182.

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McGrath, C. J. R., Egbert, M. A., Tong, D. C., & Myall, R. W. T. (1996). Unusual presentations of injuries associated with the mandibular condyle in children. British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, 34, 311-314.

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Omnell, L., Tong, D. C., & Thomas, T. (1994). Periodontal complications following orthognathic surgery and genioplasty in a 19-year-old: A case report. International Journal of Adult Orthodontics & Orthognathic Surgery, 9(2), 133-139.

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Sheller, B., & Tong, D. C. (1994). Dental management of a child on anticoagulant therapy and the International Normalized Ratio: Case reports. Pediatric Dentistry, 16(1), 56-58.

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Ngah, N. A., Ratnayake, J., Cooper, P. R., Dias, G. J., Tong, D. C., Mohd Noor, S. N. F., & Hussaini, H. M. (2021). Potential of lyophilized platelet concentrates for craniofacial tissue regenerative therapies. Molecules, 26, 517. doi: 10.3390/molecules26030517

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Yu, S., Narsinh, P., & Tong, D. (2021). 3 case reports of wooden periorbital foreign bodies at a single centre tertiary hospital. Advances in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, 3, 100101. doi: 10.1016/j.adoms.2021.100101

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Breeze, J., Tong, D., & Gibbons, A. (2017). Contemporary management of maxillofacial ballistic trauma. British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, 55(7), 661-665. doi: 10.1016/j.bjoms.2017.05.001

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Tong, D. C. (2017). Surgical management in dentistry: The interdisciplinary relationship between periodontology and oral and maxillofacial surgery. Periodontology 2000, 74(1), 168-175. doi: 10.1111/prd.12196

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Tong, D., & Williams, M. D. (2014). Correction of midfacial fractures using a dentofacial traction appliance. Journal of Military & Veterans' Health, 22(2), 45-47. [Case Study].

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Tong, D. (2006). [Comment on Antibiotic prophylaxis for endocarditis]. New Zealand Dental Journal, (September), 69-70.

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