Firas K. Alqarawi
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View article: Stress Assessment of Abutment-Free and Three Implant–Abutment Connections Utilizing Various Abutment Materials: A 3D Finite Element Study of Static and Cyclic Static Loading Conditions
Stress Assessment of Abutment-Free and Three Implant–Abutment Connections Utilizing Various Abutment Materials: A 3D Finite Element Study of Static and Cyclic Static Loading Conditions Open
Background: The implant–abutment interface has been thoroughly examined due to its impact on the success of implant healing and longevity. Removing the abutment is advantageous, but it changes the biomechanics of the implant fixture and re…
View article: The Influence of Printing Orientation on the Properties of 3D-Printed Polymeric Provisional Dental Restorations: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
The Influence of Printing Orientation on the Properties of 3D-Printed Polymeric Provisional Dental Restorations: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
Three-dimensional printing is commonly used to fabricate provisional dental restorations. Studies have reported that changes in printing orientation affect the physical and mechanical properties of 3D-printed polymeric provisional restorat…
View article: Impact of Margin Type and Material Choice on Stress Distribution in Endocrown Restorations: A 3D Finite Element Study
Impact of Margin Type and Material Choice on Stress Distribution in Endocrown Restorations: A 3D Finite Element Study Open
BACKGROUND Finite element analysis (FEA) for endocrown restorations (ER) on maxillary molars has rarely been investigated, despite its high incidence in gross decay and being treated endodontically. This study aimed to analyze the influenc…
View article: Evaluation of Surface Roughness of Multilayered Monolithic Zirconia Following Chairside Adjustment with 3 Different Polishing Systems Sterilized for Multiple Cycles: An In Vitro Study
Evaluation of Surface Roughness of Multilayered Monolithic Zirconia Following Chairside Adjustment with 3 Different Polishing Systems Sterilized for Multiple Cycles: An In Vitro Study Open
BACKGROUND Chairside grinding, finishing, and polishing are essential for smoothing multilayered monolithic zirconia (MMLZ) restorations. Due to rubber matrix hardening, repeated sterilization of finishing and polishing instruments reduces…
View article: Comparative Assessment of the Influence of Various Time Intervals upon the Linear Accuracy of Regular, Scannable, and Transparent Vinyl Polysiloxane-Based Bite Registration Materials for Indirect Dental Restoration Fabrication
Comparative Assessment of the Influence of Various Time Intervals upon the Linear Accuracy of Regular, Scannable, and Transparent Vinyl Polysiloxane-Based Bite Registration Materials for Indirect Dental Restoration Fabrication Open
Interocclusal records (IORs) created with bite registration materials (BRMs) accurately reflect the opposing teeth’s physiological and anatomical associations in digital and traditional dentistry. This study assessed the linear dimensional…
View article: Internal and marginal fits of 3D-printed provisional prostheses: comparative effect of different printing parameters
Internal and marginal fits of 3D-printed provisional prostheses: comparative effect of different printing parameters Open
Objectives The influence of printing parameters on the marginal and internal fit of three-dimensional (3D) printed interim fixed partial dentures (IFPDs) has been understudied. This investigation sought to elucidate the impact of printing …
View article: Cumulative effect of digital manufacturing techniques, preparation taper and finish line designs on the retention of aged temporary molar crowns − An in vitro study
Cumulative effect of digital manufacturing techniques, preparation taper and finish line designs on the retention of aged temporary molar crowns − An in vitro study Open
View article: Tendency of microbial adhesion to denture base resins: a systematic review
Tendency of microbial adhesion to denture base resins: a systematic review Open
Objectives Digital denture fabrication became an alternative method to conventional denture fabrication. However reviewing the antimicrobial performance of newly introduced digital fabrication methods in comparison to the conventional meth…
View article: Influence of Denture Cleansers on the Retention Loss of Attachment Systems Retained Implant Overdenture
Influence of Denture Cleansers on the Retention Loss of Attachment Systems Retained Implant Overdenture Open
Background. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of different denture cleansing solutions (DCSs) on the retention of Locator and Locator R-Tx attachment systems of implant retained overdentures (IRO). Methods. Two part acrylic resin bl…
View article: Levels of whole salivary advanced glycation end products and interleukin-17 and peri-implant clinical and radiographic status in patients with osteoporosis at 6-years’ follow-up
Levels of whole salivary advanced glycation end products and interleukin-17 and peri-implant clinical and radiographic status in patients with osteoporosis at 6-years’ follow-up Open
View article: Intraoral repair of fractured ceramics: a literature review
Intraoral repair of fractured ceramics: a literature review Open
Background: Fracture or chipping of veneering ceramic resulting in aesthetic and functional issues is a frequent technical complication encountered with fixed dental prostheses. Treatment options include extraoral or intraoral repair of th…
View article: Impact of Polymerization Technique and ZrO2 Nanoparticle Addition on the Fracture Load of Interim Implant-Supported Fixed Cantilevered Prostheses in Comparison to CAD/CAM Material
Impact of Polymerization Technique and ZrO2 Nanoparticle Addition on the Fracture Load of Interim Implant-Supported Fixed Cantilevered Prostheses in Comparison to CAD/CAM Material Open
ZrO2 nanoparticles (ZNPs) have excellent physical properties. This study investigated the fracture load of implant-supported, fixed cantilevered prosthesis materials, reinforced with ZNPs and various polymerization techniques, compared wit…
View article: Comparison Between Human Maxillary Anterior Teeth and Commercial Acrylic Teeth: A Sex-Stratified Analysis
Comparison Between Human Maxillary Anterior Teeth and Commercial Acrylic Teeth: A Sex-Stratified Analysis Open
Objective: The aim of this study was 1.To compare the total width of human anterior teeth from different races (White, black, and Asian) to the total width of commercially available anterior teeth molds and, 2. To compare the width and len…
View article: Water Sorption, Solubility, and Translucency of 3D-Printed Denture Base Resins
Water Sorption, Solubility, and Translucency of 3D-Printed Denture Base Resins Open
This study aimed to evaluate the water sorption, solubility, and translucency of 3D-printed denture base resins (NextDent, FormLabs, and Asiga), compare them to heat-polymerized acrylic denture base resins, and assess their performance und…
View article: Influence of Propolis Extract (Caffeic Acid Phenethyl Ester) Addition on the <i>Candida albicans</i> Adhesion and Surface Properties of Autopolymerized Acrylic Resin
Influence of Propolis Extract (Caffeic Acid Phenethyl Ester) Addition on the <i>Candida albicans</i> Adhesion and Surface Properties of Autopolymerized Acrylic Resin Open
Background . Denture stomatitis has been linked to the adhesion and proliferation of Candida albicans ( C. albicans ) on denture bases, which is a common and recurrent problem in denture wearers. The current study aimed to evaluate the eff…
View article: Evaluation of Smart Chromatic Technology for a Single-Shade Dental Polymer Resin: An In Vitro Study
Evaluation of Smart Chromatic Technology for a Single-Shade Dental Polymer Resin: An In Vitro Study Open
The aim of the study was to assess the color matching ability and color stability of a single-shade resin-based composite (Omnichroma—OM) in comparison to a conventional dental composite. One hundred and sixty lower molar acrylic teeth in …
View article: Peri-implant Sulcular Fluid Galectin-1, Soluble Urokinase Plasminogen Activator Receptor and IL-1β Levels under Peri-implant Inflammatory Conditions.
Peri-implant Sulcular Fluid Galectin-1, Soluble Urokinase Plasminogen Activator Receptor and IL-1β Levels under Peri-implant Inflammatory Conditions. Open
Increased PISF levels of suPAR, galectin and IL-1β suggest that these proteins possibly contribute towards the pathogenesis of peri-implant inflammation, and are potential biomarkers of peri-implant diseases.
View article: Association of Self-Rated Pain with Clinical Peri-Implant Parameters and Cytokine Profile in Smokers and Never Smokers with and without Peri-Implantitis
Association of Self-Rated Pain with Clinical Peri-Implant Parameters and Cytokine Profile in Smokers and Never Smokers with and without Peri-Implantitis Open
To examine the association between self-perceived pain (SPP), clinical and radiographic peri-implant parameters, and biomarker levels among smokers and never smokers with and without peri-implantitis. Sixty individuals (20 smokers with per…
View article: Influence of Different Conditioning Treatments on the Bond Integrity of Root Dentin to rGO Infiltrated Dentin Adhesive. SEM, EDX, FTIR and MicroRaman Study
Influence of Different Conditioning Treatments on the Bond Integrity of Root Dentin to rGO Infiltrated Dentin Adhesive. SEM, EDX, FTIR and MicroRaman Study Open
The present study aimed to synthesize and equate the mechanical properties and dentin interaction of two adhesives; experimental adhesive (EA) and 5 wt.% reduced graphene oxide rGO) containing adhesive. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM)-E…
View article: Translucency of nanoparticle-reinforced PMMA denture base material: An <i>in-vitro</i> comparative study
Translucency of nanoparticle-reinforced PMMA denture base material: An <i>in-vitro</i> comparative study Open
The aim of this study was to assess the translucency of denture base acrylic resin reinforced with zirconium dioxide (ZrO2NPs), silicon dioxide (SiO2NPs), and diamond (DNPs) nanoparticles. A total of 130 heat-polymeri…
View article: Esthetic smile rehabilitation of enamel hypomineralized teeth with E-max prosthesis: Case report
Esthetic smile rehabilitation of enamel hypomineralized teeth with E-max prosthesis: Case report Open