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Why Do Kids Grind Their Teeth at Night? Understanding Pediatric Bruxism

By MedXY 09/18/2025

Children's nighttime teeth grinding, or bruxism, is common and often caused by various physiological, dental, health, emotional, genetic, and behavioral factors. This article explores its causes, misconceptions, clinical implications, and management strategies.

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Evaluating Diagnocat AI: Accuracy in Detecting Periapical Radiolucencies on CBCT Scans of Molars

By MedXY 09/14/2025

A study assessing the AI-based platform Diagnocat reveals high sensitivity but moderate specificity in detecting periapical radiolucencies on CBCT scans of non-root-filled molars, with decreased accuracy post-root treatment, underscoring the need for clinician oversight.

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Enhancing Dental Diagnostics: The Role of AI Assistance in Detecting Periapical Radiolucencies

By MedXY 09/14/2025

A randomized controlled trial demonstrates that AI assistance moderately improves dentists' accuracy in diagnosing periapical radiolucencies, mainly by reducing false positives, with significant benefits for junior clinicians and a shift towards conservative treatment decisions.

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Can Kissing Save Your Smile? Exploring Its Potential Protective Role Against Dental Cavities

By MedXY 08/26/2025

New research explores whether kissing can help restore saliva's pH balance after sugary drinks, potentially protecting against dental caries.

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Hair Transplantation: Is It a Permanent Solution for Hair Loss?

By MedXY 07/26/2025

Exploring whether hair transplantation truly offers a permanent fix for hair loss, this article examines scientific evidence, common myths, and practical advice for those considering the procedure.