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We use a bracket system called self-ligation (frictionless brackets offered in clear or metal), where treatment time is reduced while at the same time requiring fewer appointments when compared to traditional braces.
The post-ligation mixture containing the recombinant was subjected to insert-specific primer-mediated PCR amplification using a high-fidelity DNA Pfu polymerase generating a plasmid containing staggered nicks.— CiteULike: Everyone's library
The hospital FP clinic provided standard FP counseling and free FP services including any number of clinic visits and contraceptives supplied by the Ministry of Health including combined oral and progesterone-only pills, hormonal injectables and implants, intra-uterine devices, tubal ligation, and condoms.— PLoS ONE Alerts: New Articles
Blocking off the splenic artery, either through surgical ligation or radiological coiling, helped six out of seven patients suffering from small-for-size syndrome after a partial liver transplant.— PhysOrg.com - latest science and technology news stories
"Portal flow modulation such as splenic artery ligation should be done early rather than delayed," Lo writes.— PhysOrg.com - latest science and technology news stories

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