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View article: Supernumerary teeth – general considerations and management strategies
Supernumerary teeth – general considerations and management strategies Open
View article: Hypodontia - an overview of the particularities, etiologic factors and treatment
Hypodontia - an overview of the particularities, etiologic factors and treatment Open
View article: Assessment of the Vertical Dimension of Occlusion Using Palm Width and Finger Length
Assessment of the Vertical Dimension of Occlusion Using Palm Width and Finger Length Open
Background and Objectives: The vertical dimension of occlusion’s (VDO) assessment is a highly important issue in the everyday dentist’s practice. Patients with unstable occlusion, lost occlusal stops, extensive tooth loss in the lateral ar…
View article: Comparative Assessment of the Functional Parameters for Metal-Ceramic and All-Ceramic Teeth Restorations in Prosthetic Dentistry—A Literature Review
Comparative Assessment of the Functional Parameters for Metal-Ceramic and All-Ceramic Teeth Restorations in Prosthetic Dentistry—A Literature Review Open
The metal-ceramic fixed partial prosthesis is the golden standard for posterior tooth restorations. Following the demands of patients and clinicians for metal-free restorations, all-ceramic materials were developed as they offer an adequat…
View article: A survey on dental students’ perception regarding online learning during COVID-19 pandemic
A survey on dental students’ perception regarding online learning during COVID-19 pandemic Open
Background and aims. This study aimed to assess the students’ opinion about the efficiency of online teaching and also about the methods and features to be implemented even after this pandemic period would pass. Methods. A questionnaire wa…
View article: Association of Graphene Silver Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA) with Photodynamic Therapy for Inactivation of Halitosis Responsible Bacteria in Denture Wearers
Association of Graphene Silver Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA) with Photodynamic Therapy for Inactivation of Halitosis Responsible Bacteria in Denture Wearers Open
(1) Background: Poor hygiene and denture presence in the oral cavity are factors that favor bacterial accumulation, the cause of halitosis and of various oral and general diseases. Aim: This study aimed to evaluate the possibility of inact…
View article: Oral Hygiene Habits of Complete Denture Wearers in Central Transylvania, Romania.
Oral Hygiene Habits of Complete Denture Wearers in Central Transylvania, Romania. Open
Competent oral health and denture hygiene promotion should be established, especially regarding nocturnal denture removal, denture hygiene methods, instruments and cleaning frequency.
View article: Chemical Structure Versus Surface Structure of Polymethyl Methacrylate Processed by Two Different Methods
Chemical Structure Versus Surface Structure of Polymethyl Methacrylate Processed by Two Different Methods Open
Chemical Structure Versus Surface Structure of Polymethyl Methacrylate Processed by Two Different Methods
View article: DENTAL RADIOLOGY FROM AN ECOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVE. THE ATTITUDE OF DENTISTS REGARDING THE MANAGEMENT OF THE MATERIALS USED IN DENTAL RADIOLOGY
DENTAL RADIOLOGY FROM AN ECOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVE. THE ATTITUDE OF DENTISTS REGARDING THE MANAGEMENT OF THE MATERIALS USED IN DENTAL RADIOLOGY Open
The films and the developing solutions used with radiological films contain a number of harmful substances that are very toxic to the environment, as well as to the living organisms, particularly aquatic organisms.Therefore, this type of t…
View article: Review of Different Materials that can be CAD/CAM Processed Description, chemical composition, indications in dentistry areas
Review of Different Materials that can be CAD/CAM Processed Description, chemical composition, indications in dentistry areas Open
The objective of this paper is to inform on the indications, appearance and advantages offered by each category of materials used in CAD / CAM technique for different prosthetic restorations.Modern techniques in restorative dentistry inclu…
View article: Review of Different Materials that can be CAD/CAM Processed Description, chemical composition, indications in dentistry areas
Review of Different Materials that can be CAD/CAM Processed Description, chemical composition, indications in dentistry areas Open
The objective of this paper is to inform on the indications, appearance and advantages offered by each category of materials used in CAD / CAM technique for different prosthetic restorations.Modern techniques in restorative dentistry inclu…
View article: Biochemical and Morphological Modifications in a Patient with Acromegaly in Correlation with Oral Rehabilitation
Biochemical and Morphological Modifications in a Patient with Acromegaly in Correlation with Oral Rehabilitation Open
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the persistence of prosthetic treatment in a patient with morphological and biochemical alterations specific to acromegaly, which consists of a fixed prosthetic restoration. Acromegaly is a chronic…
View article: The Influence of Graphene in Improvement of Physico-Mechanical Properties in PMMA Denture Base Resins
The Influence of Graphene in Improvement of Physico-Mechanical Properties in PMMA Denture Base Resins Open
The clinical performances of dental materials depend on their mechanical profiles, determining their long-term deformation and wear resistance. This paper describes a study on the mechanical properties, water absorption and morphological p…
View article: Stability of Dental Composites in Water and Artificial Saliva
Stability of Dental Composites in Water and Artificial Saliva Open
The aim of this in vitro study was to evaluate the characteristics of four commercial dental composites: two dual-curing luting resin cements and two indirect composites for crowns and bridges. The novelty of the study consists in the use …
View article: SOLUBILITY, DUCTILITY AND RESILIENCE OF A PMMA DENTURE RESIN WITH GRAPHENE AND SILVER NANOPARTICLES ADDITION
SOLUBILITY, DUCTILITY AND RESILIENCE OF A PMMA DENTURE RESIN WITH GRAPHENE AND SILVER NANOPARTICLES ADDITION Open
PMMA denture base materials are used for several decades without significant improvements in their composition. The addition of different fillers has been proved to improve some of the acrylic resin’s characteristics. Recent studies focuse…
View article: STUDY OF THE HYDROGEN PEROXIDE BASED WHITENING GEL ON THE CORROSION OF DENTAL METALLIC ALLOYS
STUDY OF THE HYDROGEN PEROXIDE BASED WHITENING GEL ON THE CORROSION OF DENTAL METALLIC ALLOYS Open
The corrosion effect of the bleaching gel based on hydrogen peroxide on two types of dental metallic alloys, frequently used as restorative, prosthetic and implants materials was investigated by electrochemical impedance spectroscopy. The …
View article: Consequences of Dental Occlusion Enhancement by Means of Metal Crowns on the Animal Model
Consequences of Dental Occlusion Enhancement by Means of Metal Crowns on the Animal Model Open
The purpose of this study was to determine whether there is a correlation between induced occlusal trauma and the occurrence of oxidative stress in the hippocampus. Twenty Wistar rats were randomized into three experimental groups and one …
View article: Optical properties of translucent zirconia: A review of the literature
Optical properties of translucent zirconia: A review of the literature Open
Translucent monolithic zirconia is the newest option of zirconia-based ceramics, which aimed to substitute the opaque classic yttria-stabilized tetragonal zirconia polycrystal (Y-TZPs) in more demanding esthetic cases. The aim of this revi…
View article: RADIATION PROTECTION – AN ISSUE OF KNOWLEDGE AND TECHNIQUE IN DENTAL OFFICES
RADIATION PROTECTION – AN ISSUE OF KNOWLEDGE AND TECHNIQUE IN DENTAL OFFICES Open
Radiological examination is indispensable in current
\ndental practice. Lately, dentists have become not only the
\nbeneficiaries of radiographic investigations required for
\ndiagnosis, but also their authors, as many dental offices
\nhav…
View article: CERCON- SMART CERAMICS, FROM THEORY TO PRACTICE
CERCON- SMART CERAMICS, FROM THEORY TO PRACTICE Open
Introduction of the CAD/CAM systems in dentistry has resulted in highly accurate and quality dentures, meeting the needs of both dental technician and dentist. The present study aims at illustrating the benefits and peculiarities of using …