Dr. Jorge Zapata

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Case report: Universal composite repairs leaking amalgam
This case report examines the steps taken to repair leaking amalgam. A 30-year-old man presented to the dental practice with a chief complaint of a sensitive tooth on the upper left posterior. Upon examination, the clinician diagnosed the patient with reversible pulpitis.
May 6, 2021
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Where kids have the best oral health may surprise you
Massachusetts may be the U.S. state with the best children's health, but the District of Columbia was ranked No. 1 for pediatric dental health.
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