Journal of Dentistry
Volume 38, Issue 1 , Pages 23-28 , January 2010

Long-term performance of resin based fissure sealants placed in a general dental practice

Received 12 May 2009 ,Revised 21 August 2009 ,Accepted 22 August 2009.

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doi: 10.1016/j.jdent.2009.08.008

Journal of Dentistry
Volume 38, Issue 1 , Pages 23-28 , January 2010

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