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The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of surface properties and geometric design on marginal bone loss in dental implants and to compare the parallelism of bone loss and fractal analysis results.
Panoramic radiography is widely used for initial assessment during clinical examinations. It is very useful for clinicians to predict impaction of third molar teeth via certain parameters without relying solel...
The marginal fit and force-damping response of implant-supported restorations play critical roles in the long-term success of dental implants. This study evaluates the effect of implant abutment materials— res...
Oral health is a key indicator of overall well-being, and diabetes, a complex metabolic disorder, often leads to related oral health problems. Given the high prevalence of diabetes among Indian older adults an...
This study focused on two Artificial Intelligence chatbots, ChatGPT 3.5 and Google Gemini, as the primary tools for answering questions related to traumatic dental injuries. The aim of this study to evaluate t...
To evaluate the effects of three different behavior guidance methods on children’s dental anxiety levels and pain perception.
This study conducted a geospatial analysis of the distribution of the dental hygienist workforce relative to the distribution of the population in Ontario, Canada, aiming to address workforce imbalances and in...
Swimming is widely recognized as one of the healthiest forms of exercise, but chlorinated water in swimming pools can adversely affect orthodontic bracket bonding. The objective of this study was to determine ...
Interleukin-6 (IL-6) functions as a pro-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory cytokine. IL-6 plays a pivotal role in a multitude of biological processes. This scoping review aimed to explore the impact of IL-6 on...
Classification is one of the most common tasks in artificial intelligence (AI) driven fields in dentistry and orthodontics. The AI abilities can significantly improve the orthodontist’s critical mission to dia...
To develop and design the Defensive Dentistry Attitude Scale (DDAS) to evaluate the relationship between defensive dentistry and fear of malpractice among dentists in Türkiye.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), a chronic condition characterized by gastrointestinal inflammation, is influenced by genetic and environmental factors. Emerging evidence suggests a “mouth-gut axis,” with the...
To evaluate the clinical efficacy and outcomes of C-Root SP bioceramic-based sealers combined with different obturation techniques in nonsurgical root canal treatment for older patients.
Pulpotomy is an accepted treatment option to preserve primary teeth with exposed pulp due to caries or trauma and to ensure proper function until physiologic exfoliation. This study aimed to assess the dentin ...
During orthodontic treatment, the risk of gingival recession may increase, especially in the mandibular anterior region due to thin alveolar bone. This prospective pilot study aimed to develop a standardized e...
This review aimed to address the growing interest in recycling dental zirconia residues, which are a significant byproduct of the CAD/CAM milling process, contributing to environmental and economic concerns. F...
Dental implants are a popular and effective solution for replacing missing teeth. However, there are challenges such as screw loosening and component failure. This deformation can impact torque application and...
Pulmonary complications (PPCs) following mandibular fractures are serious post—surgery problems. This study analyzed risk factors of PPCs following mandibular fractures using the National Inpatient Sample (NIS...
Dental caries is a multifactorial disease influenced by environmental, behavioral, and genetic factors. Recent studies suggest that variations in the AMY1 gene, which encodes salivary amylase, may contribute t...
Minimally invasive dentistry (MID) is a conservative approach focusing on early diagnosis and minimally invasive procedures to prevent the progression of carious lesions.The aim of the study was to assess the ...
Intraoral scanners (IOS) facilitate dental treatment, but the efficacy in full-arch scanning remains controversial. The aim of this study was to compare arch deformations between conventional impressions (CIs)...
The bowing effect observed during premolar extractions presents a challenge in clear aligner therapy. This study aims to investigate the accuracy of maxillary tooth movement in first premolar extraction cases ...
The light-curing unit (LCU) has become a vital piece of dental equipment that must be correctly maintained. This study investigated the impact of contamination and physical damage to the light tip on the power...
Impacts of the developmental stages of maxillary second molars, methods for distalization of the maxillary first molars, Class II traction application, and different traction modes on three-dimensional molar m...
The polymerization extent of resin cement used for bonding indirect restorations is contingent upon the light transmittance of the indirect restoration materials and the light intensity of the employed light d...
This study aims to analyze the global, regional, and national incidence, prevalence, and disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) related to caries of permanent teeth from 1990 to 2021, as part of the Global Bur...
Understanding the impact of advanced photocuring and composite formulations for clinical outcomes and restoration durability. This study evaluated the degree of conversion (DC), polymerization shrinkage strain...
This study was to investigate associations of periodontitis, tooth loss and self-rated oral health with circadian syndrome.
Maintaining good oral and dental hygiene is one of the most crucial components of a healthy lifestyle. Health education is implemented through various techniques, such as lectures, movie screenings, printed ma...
Mandibular first molars typically exhibit complex root and canal anatomy. A thorough understanding of their morphological variations is crucial for endodontists to achieve successful root canal treatment. A C-...
This clinical report presents the use of a minimally invasive, robot-assisted windowing surgery for the extraction of a median impacted mandibular tooth. The report highlights the precision and safety afforded...
Osseous pathologies of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) such as degenerative joint disease, trauma, and deformity contribute to orofacial morbidity and are considered a major factor in temporomandibular dysfu...
Early childhood caries remains a significant public health concern among Indigenous children in Canada. Integrating caries risk assessment (CRA) into primary care settings could improve early detection and int...
During the maxillary premolar distalization process in clear aligner (CA) therapy, anterior aligner misfit and mesial displacement of the molars are two common challenges. This study aims to propose a novel at...
Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) and its fiber-reinforced composites have been indicated as ideal post-and-cores materials due to its mechanical properties. However, the laboratory evidences of post-and-cores resto...
Since their introduction, implant-supported dentures have gained increasing popularity and are associated with high expectations. Nevertheless, as with other invasive procedures, implant treatment involves pos...
Dental pulp cells-derived small extracellular vesicles (DPCs-sEVs) had shown immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, and tissue function restorative abilities. Therefore, DPCs-sEVs should be considered as a promi...
Oral mucosal lesions are widespread globally, have a high prevalence in clinical practice, and significantly impact patients’ quality of life. However, their pathogenesis remains unclear. Recent evidences sugg...
Intraoral scanning of post spaces offers a potential alternative to conventional impressions, but its effectiveness depends on overcoming limitations influenced by post space dimensions.
Porphyromonas gingivalis (P. gingivalis) is closely related to Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC), and P. gingivalis outer membrane vesicles (OMVs) is the main pathogenic factor, which is associated with periodo...
To evaluate the evidence regarding the association between antiretroviral therapy and dental caries in children and adolescents with HIV.
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a prevalent sexually transmitted virus associated with various oral lesions. While oral HPV infections are common, there is a lack of comprehensive data on its prevalence in regio...
Oral health is a key indicator of one’s overall health and is vitally affected by systemic diseases. A bidirectional relationship is assumed to exist between oral health and Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus. Differenc...
Denture base fabrication techniques and hard relining resins play critical roles in the clinical durability of implant supported immediate provisional hybrid prostheses (IPHPs). This study aimed to investigate...
This study evaluated the presence of preoperative apical periodontitis (AP) in endodontically treated teeth within a Turkish population, along with its causes, treatment methods, and the effectiveness of preve...
Traditional orthodontic treatment methods are associated with long treatment durations and patient discomfort. The mini-implant assisted micro-osteoperforation (MOP) has shown great potential in clinical pract...
Orthodontically induced root resorption (OIRR) is difficult to assess accurately using traditional 2D imaging due to distortion and low sensitivity. While CBCT offers more precise 3D evaluation, manual segment...
The presence of an osseous cavity after cyst enucleation is a clinical challenge that needs to be considered. Using pure autologous concentrations of platelets, platelet-rich fibrin (PRF), as a graft material ...
The lateral periodontal cyst (LPC) is a rare developmental odontogenic cyst, constituting approximately 0.4% of all odontogenic cysts and 0.7% of all jawbone cysts. It is an intraosseous, non-keratinized, non-...
Effective patient education is critical in enhancing treatment outcomes and reducing anxiety in dental procedures. This study compares the effectiveness of AI-generated educational materials with traditional m...
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