A peer-reviewed journal that offers evidence-based clinical information and continuing education for dentists.

Author

Thomas G. Wilson Jr., DDS

Thomas G. Wilson Jr., DDS, is a clinical associate professor at Texas A&M University College of Dentistry in Dallas and the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio School of Dentistry. A periodontist practicing in Dallas, he is a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and member of the International College of Dentists. Wilson is also editor in chief of Decisions in Dentistry.

Editor's Note

Applications for Bioprinting Technology

Jun 23, 2022

When dental three-dimensional (3D) printing is mentioned, most dentists think of crowns, habit devices, surgical guides and such — and, in fact, this technology has led to remarkable changes in oral healthcare delivery.

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Preparing For the Next Viral Wave

Jun 6, 2022

The World Health Organization designated COVID-19 as a pandemic more than two years ago, and government regulations issued in response to this disease have created multiple problems.

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Make the Best of the New Normal

May 3, 2022

The last two years have been unsettled, to say the least. First, COVID-19 turned our professional and personal lives upside down.

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Gene Synthesis Opens Door to New Hopes

Apr 1, 2022

This technology has great potential for multiple positive benefits.

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Will Omicron Produce Super Immunity?

Mar 10, 2022

A Gallup poll concerning American’s opinion of the COVID-19 pandemic was conducted from January 3rd through the 14th of this year.

Editor's Note

New Approach to Help Build Immunity

Feb 9, 2022

Apparently, an important part of our immune system and its role in the current pandemic have been largely ignored.

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Accelerating Early Cancer Detection

Jan 5, 2022

Cancer kills 10 million people annually worldwide and 600,000 in the United States alone.

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Battle Over Messenger RNA Technology

Dec 14, 2021

The use of messenger RNA (mRNA)-based vaccines to prevent infection with the SARS-CoV-2 virus marks a revolution in vaccine production.

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Memoirs From Pull and Be Damned Road

Nov 18, 2021

When is a saving a tooth with advanced periodontal or endodontic involvement worth the time and effort?

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Metagenomic Sequencing Goes Global

Oct 8, 2021

A recent article in The New York Times Magazine highlights technology that may allow scientists to identify pathogens not previously associated with disease.

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