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View article: Using fractal analysis to assess periapical bone formation after endodontic treatment: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Using fractal analysis to assess periapical bone formation after endodontic treatment: A systematic review and meta-analysis Open
The observed increase in mean FD 12 months post-endodontic treatment across all included studies indicates bone formation in the periapical lesion regions.
View article: Is There a Relationship between Laser Therapy and Root Canal Cracks Formation? A Systematic Review.
Is There a Relationship between Laser Therapy and Root Canal Cracks Formation? A Systematic Review. Open
Laser therapy has been gaining prominence in endodontics and that irradiation can form and propagate cracks in the dentinal structure of the root canal assessed by in vitro studies. This is a critical concern for endodontists as it affects…
View article: Relationship between Malocclusion, Bullying, and Quality of Life in Students from Low Social Development Area: A Cross-Sectional Study
Relationship between Malocclusion, Bullying, and Quality of Life in Students from Low Social Development Area: A Cross-Sectional Study Open
Objective: To analyze the relationship between malocclusion and bullying and its impact on the well-being and quality of life of students from low social development areas. Material and Methods: This cross-sectional study included 243 scho…
View article: Cold Storage Media versus Optisol-GS in the Preservation of Corneal Quality for Keratoplasty: A Systematic Review
Cold Storage Media versus Optisol-GS in the Preservation of Corneal Quality for Keratoplasty: A Systematic Review Open
Optisol-GS is the most widely used pharmaceutical composition to preserve corneas for transplantation. This systematic review investigated the effects of different cold corneal storage media (CCSM) compared with Optisol-GS on the quality o…
View article: Micro-CT evaluation of root canal preparation with rotary instrumentation on prototyped primary incisors
Micro-CT evaluation of root canal preparation with rotary instrumentation on prototyped primary incisors Open
This study aimed to evaluate the endodontic instrumentation outcomes with asymmetrical files compared to reciprocating and hand files (HFs) in 3D-printed prototypes of upper primary incisors using micro-computed tomography (micro-CT). For …
View article: PSYCHOLOGICAL TECHNIQUES FOR DENTAL MANAGEMENT OF PATIENTS WITH AUTISTIC SPECTRUM DISORDER
PSYCHOLOGICAL TECHNIQUES FOR DENTAL MANAGEMENT OF PATIENTS WITH AUTISTIC SPECTRUM DISORDER Open
The purpose of this review was to evaluate the use of psychological techniques in the management of the behavior of patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in a dental environment.We used a search strategy that was adequate for Pubmed…
View article: Effect of Different Root Canal Irrigant Solutions on the Release of Dentin-Growth Factors: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Effect of Different Root Canal Irrigant Solutions on the Release of Dentin-Growth Factors: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
Irrigant solutions are used to promote dentin-growth factors (GF) release for regenerative endodontics. This review aimed to evaluate the reports comparing the release of GFs using different root canal irrigant solutions. Eligible studies …
View article: Prognosis of Regenerative Endodontic Procedures in Mature Teeth: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Clinical and Radiographic Parameters
Prognosis of Regenerative Endodontic Procedures in Mature Teeth: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Clinical and Radiographic Parameters Open
This work aimed to investigate the use of Regenerative Endodontic Procedures (REP) on the treatment of pulp necrosis in mature teeth through systematic review and meta-analysis of evidence on clinical and radiographic parameters before and…
View article: Micro-CT evaluation of root canal preparation with rotary instrumentation on prototyped primary incisors
Micro-CT evaluation of root canal preparation with rotary instrumentation on prototyped primary incisors Open
This study aimed to evaluate the endodontic instrumentation outcomes with asymmetrical files compared to reciprocating and hand files (HFs) in 3D-printed prototypes of upper primary incisors using micro-computed tomography (micro-CT). For …
View article: RESIN INFILTRATION FOR APPROXIMAL CARIES LESIONS IN PRIMARY AND PERMANENT TEETH: CASE REPORTS
RESIN INFILTRATION FOR APPROXIMAL CARIES LESIONS IN PRIMARY AND PERMANENT TEETH: CASE REPORTS Open
Introduction: Minimally invasive dentistry aims to preserve the tooth structure and to achieve this, improved dental materials can be used. Among these, Icon® was developed for infiltration of non-cavitated enamel carious lesions or those …
View article: Reliability of Two Methods of Evaluation of the Apical Limit of Obturation of Root Canals of Primary Teeth: A Pilot Study
Reliability of Two Methods of Evaluation of the Apical Limit of Obturation of Root Canals of Primary Teeth: A Pilot Study Open
Objective: To verify the concordance in the evaluation of the apical limit of obturation (ALO) in filled root canals of primary teeth between digital and visual methods. Material and Methods: Twenty periapical radiographs of endodontically…
View article: Antimicrobial activity of antibiotic pastes used in pulp therapy through direct contact with a multispecies biofilm: a pilot study
Antimicrobial activity of antibiotic pastes used in pulp therapy through direct contact with a multispecies biofilm: a pilot study Open
Objective: To evaluate the antimicrobial activity of antibiotic pastes used in lesion sterilization and tissue repair (LSTR) technique, through a novel membrane direct contact methodology against a multispecies biofilm and to establish app…
View article: MOLAR-INCISOR MALFORMATION: A NARRATIVE REVIEW
MOLAR-INCISOR MALFORMATION: A NARRATIVE REVIEW Open
Introduction: “Molar-incisor malformation” (MIM) or “Molar root-incisor malformation” is a recently reported dental anomaly of unknown etiology, possibly associated with systemic complications, which affects the development of first perman…
View article: Impact of oral health on the quality of life and personal satisfaction of adolescents from urban and rural areas from a city in brazil: a cross-sectional study.
Impact of oral health on the quality of life and personal satisfaction of adolescents from urban and rural areas from a city in brazil: a cross-sectional study. Open
Objective: Evaluate the impact of oral health status on the quality of life and personal satisfaction among adolescents from urban and rural areas, in Nova Friburgo, Brazil. Methods: Adolescents between 11 and 14 years, enrolled in the sch…
View article: Evaluation of strontium-containing hydroxyapatite as bone substitute in sheep tibiae.
Evaluation of strontium-containing hydroxyapatite as bone substitute in sheep tibiae. Open
With the advancement of research in biomaterials, it has been suggested that the best osteoconductivity of hydroxyapatite would be achieved if its crystal were closer to the structure, size and morphology of biological apatite, that is why…
View article: Integrated treatment between orthodontics and pediatric dentistry using the ulectomy technique: case report
Integrated treatment between orthodontics and pediatric dentistry using the ulectomy technique: case report Open
Introduction: In the pediatric dental clinic the impacted teeth can be observed eventually, which can lead to the development of occlusion disorders. Objective: This study aimed to report a clinical case in which the surgical technique of …
View article: Iodoform Vs Calcium Hydroxide/Zinc Oxide based pastes: 12-month findings of a Randomized Controlled Trial
Iodoform Vs Calcium Hydroxide/Zinc Oxide based pastes: 12-month findings of a Randomized Controlled Trial Open
This study evaluated clinical and radiographic twelve-month outcomes of root canal treatments (CT) with smear layer removal, performed in primary teeth, using two different root canal filling materials. Pulpectomy was performed on 27 prima…
View article: Iodoform Vs Calcium Hydroxide/Zinc Oxide based pastes: 12-month findings of a Randomized Controlled Trial
Iodoform Vs Calcium Hydroxide/Zinc Oxide based pastes: 12-month findings of a Randomized Controlled Trial Open
This study evaluated clinical and radiographic twelve-month outcomes of root canal treatments (CT) with smear layer removal, performed in primary teeth, using two different root canal filling materials. Pulpectomy was performed on 27 prima…
View article: In Vitro and In Vivo Biocompatibility Of ReOss® in Powder and Putty Configurations
In Vitro and In Vivo Biocompatibility Of ReOss® in Powder and Putty Configurations Open
Article This study evaluated comparatively two configurations (powder and putty) of a composite biomaterial based on PLGA (Poly(lactide-co-glycolide)/nanoescale hydroxyapatite (ReOss®, Intra-Lock International) through microscopic morpholo…
View article: Bulk-fill resins in pediatric dentistry: case reports with six-month follow-up.
Bulk-fill resins in pediatric dentistry: case reports with six-month follow-up. Open
Introduction: Minimally invasive dental procedures are aimed at recovering function and aesthetics in a practical manner, providing excellent treatment options. Bulk-fill composites offer some benefits, such as placement in single incremen…
View article: Dental Apps for Smartphones: New Way of Providing Services and Education
Dental Apps for Smartphones: New Way of Providing Services and Education Open
Objective: To review the literature about dental applications (DAPP) for smartphones (SP) and search/describe DAPP available in Portuguese, in 3 operating systems. Methods: Aiming the review, the terms “smartphones”, “app” and “dentistry” …
View article: In Vitro and In Vivo Biocompatibility Of ReOss® in Powder and Putty Configurations
In Vitro and In Vivo Biocompatibility Of ReOss® in Powder and Putty Configurations Open
Article This study evaluated comparatively two configurations (powder and putty) of a composite biomaterial based on PLGA (Poly(lactide-co-glycolide)/nanoescale hydroxyapatite (ReOss®, Intra-Lock International) through microscopic morpholo…
View article: Success frequency of root canal filling materials most used in pediatric dentistry
Success frequency of root canal filling materials most used in pediatric dentistry Open
Introduction: There is no consensus on the literature about the best root canal filling material for primary teeth. Objective: The aim of this study was to describe the root canal filling materials most widely used in clinical pediatric de…
View article: Direct Measurements of Root Canal Length in Primary Anterior Teeth for Educational and Clinical Purposes
Direct Measurements of Root Canal Length in Primary Anterior Teeth for Educational and Clinical Purposes Open
Background: The root canal length (RCL) estimates is an essential step for total endodontic therapy procedures. The aim of this study was to measure the RCL in a sample of extracted primary anterior teeth and compare the data obtained with…
View article: Salivary protein polymorphisms and risk of dental caries: a systematic review
Salivary protein polymorphisms and risk of dental caries: a systematic review Open
Dental caries is an oral pathology associated with both lifestyle and genetic factors. The caries process can be influenced by salivary composition, which includes ions and proteins. Studies have described associations between salivary pro…