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Handcrafting dental readiness
Whenever U.S. Air Force combat airlifters need dental work, they often count on a small team of specialists at the 19th Medical Group Clinic. The unit works behind-the-scenes crafting unique dental prostheses as part of the 19th Aerospace Medicine Squadron dental laboratory element. They assist dentists by correcting dental conditions that
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7/29
2016
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59th MDW brings normalcy to wounded patients
Most people have no idea what “maxillofacial” means, but to wounded warriors with traumatic injuries the word inspires hope. Disfigured by circumstances while abroad or at home, maxillofacial prosthodontics gives wounded warriors, veterans and civilians a chance at living a normal life.
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7/13
2016
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Air Force Medical Service celebrates 67th birthday
The Air Force Medical Service will celebrate its 67th anniversary on July 1, after being established in 1949.In September 1947, the combat elements of the Army Air Forces separated from the United States Army, forming the U.S. Air Force. A few Air Force support functions, such as medical care, remained responsibilities of the Army for the next two
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6/30
2016
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21st Medical Dental Group at Peterson AFB breaks new ground
The 21st Medical Group broke ground for its new dental clinic on May 25.
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6/10
2016
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Learning how to get that perfect smile!
February is National Children's Dental Health Month. On Feb. 5, members of the Dental Squadron from the 779th Medical Group went to the Child Development Center on Joint Base Andrews. This year's campaign slogan is "Sugar Wars" to educate children of all ages about fighting against the Sweet Tooth Invaders for good oral health. It also demonstrates
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2/09
2016
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Commentary: Mouthguards: Use them or lose them (your teeth)
Imagine what you would look like if you lost some of your front teeth.More importantly, imagine what it would be like to talk and eat without them. Losing your front teeth would make it impossible to pronounce certain words correctly and extremely difficult to bite into your favorite foods. If you play contact sports or engage in activities like
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9/11
2015
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Medical collaboration provides world-class care during PACANGEL-Philippines
Rayian Carazon slept soundly for the first time in weeks Aug. 16.Already caring for energetic 1-year-old Trica and four months pregnant with her second child, Carazon constantly worried about the health of her young family. Until this day, she had no way to know if there was anything wrong.Through word of mouth, she heard about the Health Services
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8/19
2015
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Osan Dental Clinic No. 1 in readiness
The 51st Dental Squadron was recognized for having the number one readiness rating in the Air Force at 99.7 percent for the second quarter. The rating is given by Air Force Medical Operations Agency who oversees execution of the Air Force Surgeon General policies supporting expeditionary capabilities, healthcare operations and national security
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8/16
2015
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36th MDOS ensures dental readiness for Airmen
Whether it's the childhood memories of frightening sounds from someone in the next room or of seeing patients with pained looks and puffy faces from having their wisdom teeth pulled - the dental office isn't as scary as many may think.The technicians and dentists of the 36th Medical Operations Squadron are there make sure patients leave with a
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5/20
2015
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A day in the life of a dental lab technician
(This feature is part of the "Through Airmen's Eyes" series on AF.mil. These stories focus on a single Airman, highlighting their Air Force story.)Dentures, crowns and night guards are just some of the unusual products made at the Peterson Area Dental Lab for personnel worldwide.Senior Airman Jonathon Stambaugh has been a lab technician for the ADL
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4/29
2015
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