Written by Adolfo Di Fiore
Published on Vol 4 , 2024
Various treatment options are available for replacing missing anterior teeth, including implant-supported prostheses, fixed dental prostheses, and resin-bonded fixed dental prostheses. However, implant placement can pose challenges, particularly in edentulous sites with insufficient bone or soft tissue. In such cases, procedures such as bone augmentation and connective tissue grafting may be required. This study systematically reviews the management of anterior resin-bonded cantilever restoratio
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Written by Evgeny Urusov
Published on Vol 4 , 2024
Ceramic and metal materials are commonly used to restore tooth tissue. However, metal-free alternatives offer superior aesthetics and adaptability. In recent years, there has been a significant increase in patients’ preference for non-metallic restorations, often due to concerns about metal hypersensitivity or aesthetic preferences. This study aims to increase the effectiveness of treating patients with dental tissue defects through the use of ceramic restorations. A total of 60 patients were tr
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Written by Márcio de Carvalho Formiga
Published on Vol 4 , 2024
Achieving an aesthetically pleasing outcome is crucial for patients requiring anterior tooth replacement. Dental implants are the preferred treatment in contemporary dentistry; however, ideal placement is not always possible due to bone limitations or anatomical constraints. By utilizing advanced digital design and fabrication techniques, including 3D printing with DMLS technology, prosthetic solutions for angulated implants can be achieved with superior accuracy, precision, and minimal error. T
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Written by Ignas Mickevičius
Published on Vol 4 , 2024
This systematic review aimed to assess the survival rate of immediate implants placed in sites with chronic periapical lesions, following different disinfection protocols. A comprehensive literature search was performed according to the PRISMA guidelines. Clinical trials published in English between 2012 and 2023 were considered. Eligible studies included randomized clinical trials (RCTs) and cohort human clinical trials that evaluated the survival rate of implants in infected sockets, with a co
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Written by Lukas Česaitis
Published on Vol 4 , 2024
This study conducts a systematic review of the literature in this field, focusing on the use of antibiotics and antiseptic agents in oral health research. Specifically, it examines the effectiveness of using amoxicillin, amoxiclav, and chlorhexidine as prophylactic treatments following tooth extraction. The research began with a thorough search of relevant studies in various medical databases such as Google Scholar, Medline, PubMed, and other trusted online sources. Both the methodologies and ou
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Written by Mattia Manfredini
Published on Vol 4 , 2024
Since the introduction of dental implants by Brånemark in the 1970s, they have become a widely accepted solution for replacing missing teeth from the 1970s. However, despite their success, studies show that the failure rate of dental implants can vary from 1% to 19%. These failures are classified based on the timing of the abutment connection—early failures occur before functional loading, while late failures occur after occlusal loading or following the removal of the provisional restoration in
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Written by Naoki Todayama
Published on Vol 4 , 2024
Effectively addressing complex dental conditions requires a coordinated effort across multiple specialties and a well-structured treatment plan. This case report outlines the comprehensive care of a 27-year-old Saudi male who presented with a high susceptibility to caries, multiple missing teeth, extensive decay, super-erupted dentition, and inadequate root canal therapy. The management strategy included preventive measures, determination of tooth restorability, extraction of non-salvageable tee
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Written by Afreen Jannath
Published on Vol 4 , 2024
Intentional replantation is a procedure where a tooth is deliberately extracted and then reinserted into its original socket. It is recognized as an alternative treatment for teeth with advanced periodontal damage, especially in the anterior region. This technique is most commonly used for teeth with endodontic re-infection but good periodontal support, while it is generally not recommended for teeth with significant periodontal compromise. One of the main advantages of this procedure is that it
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Written by Robert J. Evans
Published on Vol 4 , 2024
Despite ongoing efforts, recent data indicate that periodontal conditions remain widespread among adolescents. This highlights the continued need for school-based strategies that encourage effective oral hygiene routines. Establishing baseline information on adolescents’ hygiene behaviors and how these behaviors relate to their oral-health-related quality of life is essential for planning targeted interventions. Because oral health-related quality of life reflects the extent to which oral condit
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Written by Fabio L. Rizzi
Published on Vol 4 , 2024
The oral cavity contains one of the most intricate bacterial ecosystems in humans. Yet, the processes through which newborns first obtain these microorganisms are still not well understood. This work tracked shifts in oral microbial communities among healthy infants and assessed how the maternal oral flora contributes to microbial acquisition in early life. We proposed that oral microbial diversity in infants would rise as they age. A total of 116 whole-saliva samples were obtained from 32 healt
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Effective communication about preventive oral health is a core skill for dental practitioners. In the UK, newly qualified dentists complete a one-year Foundation Training Programme in general practice. This study investigated the challenges and enabling factors that Foundation Dentists encounter when discussing oral health with parents and caregivers of children aged 0–11 years. Approximately 100 Foundation Dentists from the Yorkshire and Humber region took part in focus group discussions. These
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Written by Paul W. Harrison
Published on Vol 4 , 2024
This study set out to investigate whether men and women engaged in dentistry and oral sciences research in Nigeria differ in how much they publish, the influence of their work, the types of collaborative networks they form and the roles they occupy in authorship. Using publication data gathered from the Web of Science (WoS), we compared gender patterns across several dimensions, including research productivity, citation impact, collaboration behaviour and authorship positions such as first autho
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Written by Miguel A. Torres
Published on Vol 4 , 2024
Although new therapeutic strategies have emerged, survival outcomes for oral malignancies have not markedly improved, and the condition often imposes significant functional impairment. This study set out to outline the epidemiological pattern of oral cancers within a northern Italian province. Incident cases from 1996–2020 and EU-standardized rates were presented separately for Oral Cavity (OC) and OroPharyngeal (OP) cancers. Annual percent changes (APC) were quantified via joinpoint regression.
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This study sought to evaluate public knowledge regarding oral cancer and to determine whether awareness levels vary according to demographic characteristics and subject-specific factors. An anonymous online questionnaire was administered to 750 randomly selected participants. Statistical analyses were conducted to examine how variables such as gender, age, and educational attainment influence understanding of oral cancer and its associated risk determinants. Approximately 68.4% of respondents we
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Chronic oral graft-versus-host disease (cGvHD) is a frequent late effect of allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (alloHSCT). It can manifest through diverse oral complications such as mucosal abnormalities, impaired salivary gland activity, and restricted jaw movement. Sensory issues involving taste and smell may also arise; however, the occurrence, characteristics, severity, and their influence on quality of life (QoL) remain insufficiently defined. This study aimed to determine h
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Written by Laura M. Fischer
Published on Vol 4 , 2024
Growing attention is being directed toward the microbial communities of the oral cavity and digestive tract due to their involvement in numerous systemic health conditions. The mouth acts not only as a host environment for a wide range of potentially pathogenic microorganisms but also as a key access point into the human body. This role is particularly important in the context of the highly transmissible SARS-CoV-2 virus responsible for the current pandemic. Microbial populations in the oral and
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Written by Andrés P. Rojas
Published on Vol 4 , 2024
Individuals with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who also have periodontitis often show reduced inflammation in periodontal tissues, likely as a consequence of anti-rheumatic therapy. This in vitro investigation explored whether common RA medications could affect the secretion of IL-8 and IL-1 β by both professional and non-professional immune cells when exposed to microbial stimuli. Periodontal ligament (PDL) fibroblasts, MONO-MAC-6 monocytes, and gingival keratinocytes were treated with ibuprofen, p
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Written by Niklas O. Lund
Published on Vol 4 , 2024
We conducted a cross-sectional analysis using Andersen’s Behavioral Model to examine the predictors of emergency department (ED) visits among adolescents, with statistical adjustment for the presence of developmental disabilities (DD) and at least one oral health issue (such as toothaches, dental caries, gingival bleeding, or problems with eating/swallowing). This secondary analysis utilized data from the 2016–2019 National Survey of Children’s Health (NSCH). Sample characteristics were summariz
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