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The concept of vital pulp therapy (VPT) of immature permanent teeth has evolved in recent years. There has been a great tendency towards investigating new pulp capping materials for perfect imitation for natur...
Gingival recession (GR) is a common oral health condition characterized by the exposure of the tooth's root which affects diverse populations worldwide. Thus, this study aimed to analyze data from adult dental...
Recurrent aphthous ulcer (RAU) is the most prevalent oral mucosal disease, yet its etiology remains unclear. Anxiety and depression have been linked to the onset of RAU, but research findings were contradictor...
Clinical supervision of clear aligner treatment in extraction patients is essential during the long process of follow-up period. However, there is insufficient clinical guidance available to define the key poi...
This study aimed to evaluate two different construction techniques (conventional and 3D-printed techniques) for two implant-retained complete mandibular overdentures regarding mechanical wear of the occlusal s...
The repeated firings can enhance shade matching, translucency, and strength; however, they may also lead to color shifts. Previous research suggests that multiple firings enhance these properties to a certain ...
This in vitro study compared the physical characteristics and drug release patterns of a bioactive cement containing with 0.1 μM Simvastatin (SimCeram) with mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA; Angelus, Brazil).
Oral health literacy (OHL) plays a crucial role in improving oral health outcomes. Due to their academic background, medical students are presumed to have higher OHL levels than students in other disciplines. ...
The original article was published in BMC Oral Health 2025 25:72
Oral cancer is an underestimated and growing public health problem. The majority of cases are diagnosed at a late stage, even though oral cancer can be detected early by routine visual and tactile examination....
The COVID-19 pandemic significantly disrupted healthcare systems, particularly affecting vulnerable populations such as children and individuals with special needs, causing delays and reductions in routine den...
Periodontal status can be reflected in serum and oral biomarkers. Salivary biomarkers are novel screening tools for individuals with dentophobia or disabilities. This study aimed to explore the differences in ...
Abnormal tongue development is a craniofacial deformity that affects dental-maxillofacial esthetics and function. Recent evidence has identified macrophages as multi-functional immune cells crucial for heart a...
Oral complications following cancer treatment are a challenging issue for oncologists. Several studies have demonstrated the efficacy of biotics in the prevention and treatment of oral complications in thyroid...
Periodontitis arises from dysbiotic subgingival microbiota and an unresolved inflammatory response. Annexin A1 (ANXA1), Carbonic Anhydrase I (CA1), and Elongation Factor 1-gamma (EF1-Æ”) may play a role in peri...
Cleft lip and/or palate (CL/P) is the most common craniofacial birth defect. Patients with CL/P typically exhibit severe malocclusions in the transverse, vertical, and sagittal directions, and often have poor ...
Concentrated growth factors (CGF) is a biomaterial with regenerative potential, enriched with platelets, leukocytes, growth factors, and fibrin, but it degrades within 2–3 weeks. Albumin extends CGF stability,...
This retrospective comparative study aimed to evaluate the effects of guided bone regeneration(GBR) on horizontal bone augmentation of the alveolar ridge in the mandibular posterior region and bone stability a...
Parental lack of awareness about oral and dental health has been strongly linked to increased dental caries in children. Furthermore, many parents are not familiar with the pediatric dentistry specialty, resul...
Comprehending the synergistic of surface treatments and oral environmental factors is paramount for optimizing the performance of 3D-printed dentures. This study evaluates flexural strength, hardness, roughnes...
This study implemented a workplace dental-health program to encourage those at risk of diabetes to visit a dentist, and examined factors associated with changes in glycemic control.
This study aimed to analyze the clinical characteristics of oral lichenoid disease and investigate its potential association with systemic diseases.
This study aimed to assess the stress distributions at different treatment options in edentulous and severely atrophic mandibula under trauma forces.
This study sought to compare the rotational freedom and structural changes of abutment connections in dual-retained and screw-retained metal-ceramic implant restorations at different fabrication stages and fol...
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is linked to obesity, and the body roundness index (BRI) is an innovative measure of obesity that more accurately reflects visceral and total body fat. The relationship between BR...
The classification of intraoral teeth structures is a critical component in modern dental analysis and forensic dentistry. Traditional methods, relying on 2D imaging, often suffer from limitations in accuracy ...
To evaluate the effect of various tube voltage (kV) settings on the accuracy of cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) images in measuring trabecular microstructure and cortical morphology, using micro-CT (μCT) ...
Tobacco chewing and smoking are major risk factors for oral cancer, with Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma (OSCC), comprising approximately 90% of cases, especially in South-Central Asia. This study examines the ea...
Xerostomia is a common complication associated with diabetes mellitus. However, the prevalence of xerostomia in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) remains unclear. Therefore, the present study aimed...
To evaluate the effect of colored vs. white coat wear on dental anxiety in children using psychometric, projective, and physiological methods.
The alignment of craniofacial structures in three dimensions—transverse, vertical, and sagittal—determines facial esthetics. While skeletal and dental factors influence these outcomes, soft tissue characterist...
Polymethylmethacrylate is a commonly used biomaterial in dentistry. Although the material have been used for several years it has some limitations with respect to physical and mechanical properties. Researcher...
The tongue squamous cell carcinoma (TSCC) is a highly prevalent form of oral squamous cell carcinoma with poor prognosis and aggressive behavior. The present study aimed to evaluate the association between tum...
Anterior open bite is a kind of malocclusion that can affect the oral function, aesthetics and even mental health of adolescents. Breaking harmful habits plays an important role in the orthodontic treatment of...
Digital dentures are a promising alternative to the conventional fabrication technique. However, their mechanical and optical properties require further evaluation, so this study aims to compare the wear resis...
Adequate saliva quantity and quality are necessary for proper oral function and protection. Xerostomia, or dry mouth, is a common complaint among people living with HIV (PLHIV) which increases their risk of ac...
Psychological stress and smoking have been known as pertinent risk factors associated with various inflammatory diseases like periodontal disease. So, the aim of this study was to evaluate and correlate anxiet...
Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex, or other sexual orientations and gender identities (2SLGBTQI+) youth face multiple social and structural disparities and barrier...
Oroantral fistula is a pathologic condition caused by various procedures including extraction, trauma and implant insertion. To date, various techniques have been suggested for oroantral fistula management. Th...
This study aimed to investigate the presence of asprosin hormone in the biological fluids of patients with periodontal inflammation and compare it to those with periodontal healthy.
To investigate the prevalence and morphological characteristics of distolingual roots in permanent mandibular molars among a Thai population using a cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT).
There are strong torsional forces acting on the anterior mandible fractures. Maxillofacial surgery makes extensive use of digital technology, and three-dimensional printing is now an integral element of the wo...
Artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots are excellent at generating language. The growing use of generative AI large language models (LLMs) in healthcare and dentistry, including endodontics, raises questions ab...
To estimate the causal link between the risk of chronic periodontitis and educational attainment (EA).
Post placement is a common practice to reinforce weakened roots. However, the choice of post length and repair material for root perforation influences the stress distribution within the dentin and surrounding...
The aim of this study was to compare fracture resistance after thermomechanical ageing of prosthetic substructure materials with different connector designs.
In clear aligner therapy (CAT), Class II elastics are widely used to reinforce the anchorage during the distalization of upper molars, however, their association with alveolar bone dehiscences (ABDs) and fenes...
To assess the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the prevalence of oral and maxillofacial fractures (OMFs) by comparing current data with pre-pandemic trends.
Recycling polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) in dentistry offers a sustainable solution to address the environmental challenges posed by material waste. This study evaluates the feasibility of incorporating recycl...
The additional use of agents with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory activities, such as hyaluronic acid in treating periodontal disease, has recently become popular. This study aimed to evaluate the effects ...
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