Written by Lucas Meyer
Published on Vol 5 Issue 2, 2025
The respiratory system is the primary site of SARS-CoV-2 infection; however, growing data indicate that the oral cavity is involved in patients recovering from severe COVID-19. The present work explores correlates of xerostomia among severe COVID-19 survivors drawn from a Latin American sample. Conducted as a prospective multicenter analysis within the Latin American Registry of Cardiovascular Disease and COVID-19, the study examined records of 272 severe COVID-19 patients managed at 7 facilitie
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Written by Bruno Martins
Published on Vol 5 Issue 2, 2025
This research aimed to determine the prevalence of exostosis among individuals in Mississippi. A review of the patient database at the UMMC School of Dentistry was conducted from January 2018 to May 2021. Subjects presenting with exostosis were identified and enrolled through evaluation of intraoral photographs, full-mouth series (FMS), panoramic radiographs, and cone-beam computerized tomography (CBCT) scans. Individuals lacking either maxillary or mandibular exostosis were not considered for i
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Written by Nguyen Thanh Huy
Published on Vol 5 Issue 2, 2025
The Purpose Of This In Vitro Research Was To Assess The Accuracy Of Intraoral Scans Acquired With The Trios 3shape® (3shape Trios, Copenhagen, Denmark) And Carestream Cs 3600™ (Carestream Dental, Stuttgart, Germany) Devices, Measured Against Conventional Polyvinyl Siloxane (Pvs) Impressions. The Reference Standard Employed Was A Laboratory Scanner. The Study Was Constructed Around 3d-Printed Master Models Reproduced From Partially Edentulous Clinical Cases Formerly Treated At Our Department (201
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Written by James Walker
Published on Vol 5 Issue 2, 2025
This investigation aimed to establish the frequency and distribution patterns of maxillary sinus (MS) pathologies originating from periapical (PA) endodontic lesions, to compare the primary and persistent forms of apical periodontitis (AP), and to examine the associations between distinct AP categories and endodontic procedures. A retrospective evaluation of 400 cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) volumes from individuals referred to the Radiology Department at the College of Dentistry, King Ab
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Written by Claire Martin
Published on Vol 5 Issue 2, 2025
The present study aimed to determine which imaging modality—panoramic radiography (PAN) or cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT)—yields superior accuracy for vertical measurements in the maxillary posterior region. Anatomically matched locations across the maxillary posterior area were identified on both PAN and CBCT records and subjected to vertical assessment. The quantity measured was the linear distance extending from the osseous crest to the inferior boundary of the maxillary sinus cavity. T
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Written by Ahmed El-Kholy
Published on Vol 5 Issue 2, 2025
This randomized controlled clinical trial sought to examine the influence of Ga-Al-As Laser, a type of low-level laser therapy (LLLT), on pulp-exposed immature permanent mandibular first molars managed with direct pulp capping using mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA), relative to teeth receiving the identical capping material without laser intervention, as measured by clinical and radiographic indicators. Thirty carious, endodontically asymptomatic immature permanent mandibular first molars were s
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Written by Maria Hernandez
Published on Vol 5 Issue 2, 2025
To investigate how oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMS) clinicians and trainees perceive and apply artificial intelligence (AI), examining their familiarity, viewpoints, and behaviors regarding its role in OMS clinical care and education. A cross-sectional questionnaire-based investigation was undertaken among OMS specialists and trainees in Singapore to gather their opinions on AI in OMS. The instrument contained 25 items, organized into five parts, and was distributed via an online survey plat
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Written by Ali Hassan
Published on Vol 5 Issue 2, 2025
Periodontal regeneration involves the complex, multi-step rebuilding of the tooth-supporting apparatus to re-establish clinical health. Complete restoration via currently available regenerative approaches remains achievable only to a limited degree. Platelet Rich Fibrin can be described as a polymerized fibrin construct created through a straightforward method aimed at potentiating the inherent wound-healing properties of a natural blood coagulum by enriching it with bioactive growth factors. Th
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Written by Daniel Fischer
Published on Vol 5 Issue 2, 2025
Dental abutments prepared for fixed prostheses encounter multiple forms of intraoral aggression. Safeguarding the dentition, pulpal tissues, and periodontal apparatus, therefore, necessitates the use of provisional restorations. The present investigation sought to gauge the level of understanding and everyday practice patterns surrounding provisional fixed dental prostheses (PFDPs) among dental clinicians working in Saudi Arabia. A cross-sectional online self-completion questionnaire captured re
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Written by Chen Hao
Published on Vol 5 Issue 2, 2025
A bony projection arising from the temporal bone, termed the styloid process (SP), can undergo excessive lengthening and give rise to neck pain, throat irritation, and cephalalgia. This overgrowth, linked to Eagle syndrome, may exert pressure on adjacent nerves and vessels, occasionally triggering serious sequelae. The conventional imaging-driven categorization of elongated styloid process (ESP) variants is hampered by inconsistent radiographic quality, varying patient positioning, and individua
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Written by Ahmed Mansour
Published on Vol 5 Issue 2, 2025
The Present Investigation Was Designed To Map The Mechanical Stress Propagation And Resulting Distortion In Maxillary Bilateral Distal-Extension Removable Partial Dentures (Rpds) Manufactured From Cobalt–Chromium (Cocr) And Polyetheretherketone (Peek), With Particular Scrutiny On The Abutment Tooth, Periodontal Ligament (Pdl), Mucosal Tissue, And The Structural Framework. Starting From The Subject’s Cone-Beam Computed Tomography (Cbct) Imagery And A Digitized Master Cast, A Three-Dimensional Max
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Written by Jinwoo Park
Published on Vol 5 Issue 2, 2025
Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) was used in this study to characterize the anatomy of the maxillary first premolar in a Malaysian subpopulation, using two classification approaches: Vertucci (1984) and Ahmed and Dummer (2017). A sample of 200 CBCT scans yielding 282 maxillary first premolars was collected from the Oral Radiology Unit, Faculty of Dentistry, University Sains Islam Malaysia. Root numbers and canal configurations per tooth were cataloged using the typologies established by Vert
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Written by Fatima Zahra Amrani
Published on Vol 5 Issue 2, 2025
Oroantral fistulas (OFs) are a difficult complication encountered in oral and maxillofacial surgery, typically requiring operative management to restore sinus integrity. The Bichat buccal fat pad (BFP) has emerged as a workable solution for sealing OF. The present investigation examined the effectiveness, safety profile, and therapeutic outcomes of BFP mobilization for OF repair. Twenty individuals presenting with OF were enrolled in this prospective study. The operative protocol consisted of di
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Written by Andreas Müller
Published on Vol 5 Issue 2, 2025
When undertaking specific mandibular surgeries—such as sagittal split ramus osteotomy (SSRO) and intraoral vertical ramus osteotomy (IVRO)—the lingula provides an essential reference point. This research was designed to map lingula location along horizontal and vertical planes relative to four distinct ramus morphologies. A total of ninety subjects—60 female, 30 male—had cone beam computed tomography images reviewed to quantify the lingula tip (Li) in reference to the anterior border (AB), poste
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Written by Ravi Kumar
Published on Vol 5 Issue 2, 2025
This retrospective comparative clinical investigation aimed to assess how digital impression techniques compare to conventional ones in the context of fabricating implant-supported prosthetic restorations. A total of 40 cases were included: 20 impressions captured with traditional elastomeric materials (polyvinyl siloxane and polyether) and 20 acquired digitally using two distinct intraoral scanners (TRIOS 3 and Medit i700). Every participant received partial fixed implant restorations and was d
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Written by Carlos Ramirez
Published on Vol 5 Issue 2, 2025
This trial was designed to assess and compare the clinical and radiographic effects of using Psidium guajava leaf powder together with injectable platelet-rich fibrin (iPRF) against demineralized freeze-dried bone allograft (DFDBA) combined with iPRF in treating periodontal intrabony osseous defects, employing cone-beam computed tomography for radiographic evaluation. A total of 28 periodontal intrabony defects were included in this study. Defects assigned to the control arm received DFDBA plus
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Written by Claire Dupont
Published on Vol 5 Issue 2, 2025
The purpose of this investigation was to assess and characterize the root canal anatomy of mandibular incisors in a cohort drawn from the Indian subpopulation through the use of cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT). A retrospective, cross-sectional analysis was conducted on 872 CBCT scans of permanent mandibular incisors (both central and lateral) from individuals of Indian descent who presented to the radiology division of a dental teaching hospital from 2014 through 2023. Each tooth was evalua
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Written by Hiroshi Nakamura
Published on Vol 5 Issue 2, 2025
In patients with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who fail conventional management, orthognathic surgery—specifically maxillomandibular advancement (MMA)—has become a recognized therapeutic alternative. A maxillary wedge osteotomy, frequently executed in tandem with mandibular surgery, represents a surgical modality for addressing OSA. This case series documents six OSA patients lacking anteroposterior maxillary deficiency who received treatment via maxillary wedge osteotomy. A r
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Written by Maria Gonzalez
Published on Vol 5 Issue 2, 2025
The objective of this research was to analyze the spatial correlation between the incisive canal (IC) and the periapical zone of maxillary central incisors in a Korean population, using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT). The data acquired are meant to refine and support the strategizing and performance of immediate implant insertion in the maxillary aesthetic region. Imaging data were collected from 94 subjects (48 male, 46 female) aged 20–79 years at a dental facility in Seoul, South Korea.
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Written by Oliver Grant
Published on Vol 5 Issue 2, 2025
The present randomized investigation sought to compare the magnitude of color alteration following regenerative therapy employing Biodentine against mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA), each serving as a coronal plug material in fully developed anterior teeth diagnosed with pulp necrosis and apical periodontitis. 36 individuals presenting with mature single-canaled teeth affected by necrotic pulp and apical periodontitis took part in the study. Participants were randomly assigned to two arms, each
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Written by Sanjay Kulkarni
Published on Vol 5 Issue 2, 2025
The purpose of this research was to evaluate how differing endodontic access cavity geometries influence canal transportation (CT) and centering ability (CA) in mandibular molars when employing the Bondent Platinum File System, as assessed via cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT). 30 extracted human permanent mandibular molars that satisfied the inclusion criteria were randomly assigned to one of three groups: Group 1 (TEC): Traditional endodontic access cavity (control), Group 2 (CEC): Conserva
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