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This year Derek Richards steps down as founding Editor of Evidence-Based Dentistry after 20 years. We are marking this milestone with his personal selection of 20 summaries from the journal – evidence that has changed dentistry or is still contributing to the debate on best dental practice.
From water fluoridation to the benefits of electric toothbrushes; from pit and fissure sealants to root canal treatment - see not only how the field has progressed but also where there is a need for further research and more evidence.