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View article: Healing Kinetics of Sinus Lift Augmentation Using Biphasic Calcium Phosphate Granules: A Case Series in Humans
Healing Kinetics of Sinus Lift Augmentation Using Biphasic Calcium Phosphate Granules: A Case Series in Humans Open
Sinus augmentation provides a well-established model for investigating the three-dimensional morphometry and macromolecular dynamics of bone regeneration, particularly when using biphasic calcium phosphate (BCP) graft substitutes. This cas…
View article: Morphometric, Biomechanical and Macromolecular Performances of β-TCP Macro/Micro-Porous Lattice Scaffolds Fabricated via Lithography-Based Ceramic Manufacturing for Jawbone Engineering
Morphometric, Biomechanical and Macromolecular Performances of β-TCP Macro/Micro-Porous Lattice Scaffolds Fabricated via Lithography-Based Ceramic Manufacturing for Jawbone Engineering Open
Effective bone tissue regeneration remains pivotal in implant dentistry, particularly for edentulous patients with compromised alveolar bone due to atrophy and sinus pneumatization. Biomaterials are essential for promoting regenerative pro…
View article: Combined X-ray and neutron tomography for simultaneous assessment of in silico mechanical response and in vitro biological behavior of graded scaffolds: a preliminary study
Combined X-ray and neutron tomography for simultaneous assessment of in silico mechanical response and in vitro biological behavior of graded scaffolds: a preliminary study Open
This study presents a pioneering approach combining X-ray Computed Tomography (XCT) and Neutron Computed Tomography (NCT) to simultaneously assess the biomechanical and biological behavior of bone scaffolds fabricated by additive manufactu…
View article: Biconometric Connections in Dental Implants: A Pilot Mechanical Study
Biconometric Connections in Dental Implants: A Pilot Mechanical Study Open
Background: In dental implants, micro-gaps at the fixation–abutment interface can cause peri-implantitis and/or loosening or loss of the fixation screw; therefore, three-dimensional imaging is widely used to examine different types of conn…
View article: Evaluation of Morphological and Chemical Composition of Dental Pulp Stones: A Combined Microanalytical Approach
Evaluation of Morphological and Chemical Composition of Dental Pulp Stones: A Combined Microanalytical Approach Open
PSs exhibit distinct morphological and structural characteristics depending on their location. Despite these differences, PSs and dentin share similar chemical compositions, as demonstrated by similar Ca/P ratios. The combined microanalyti…
View article: A 3D in vitro model of biphasic calcium phosphate (BCP) scaffold combined with human osteoblasts, osteoclasts, and endothelial cells as a platform to mimic the oral microenvironment for tissue regeneration
A 3D in vitro model of biphasic calcium phosphate (BCP) scaffold combined with human osteoblasts, osteoclasts, and endothelial cells as a platform to mimic the oral microenvironment for tissue regeneration Open
Although further investigation is needed, these results underscore the potential to develop a 3D in vitro model that mimics the oral microenvironment, which could be valuable for BTE approaches in vivo studies.
View article: Biomolecular alterations temporally anticipate microarchitectural modifications of collagen in oral tongue squamous cell carcinoma
Biomolecular alterations temporally anticipate microarchitectural modifications of collagen in oral tongue squamous cell carcinoma Open
View article: Production of Composite Zinc Oxide–Polylactic Acid Radiopaque Filaments for Fused Deposition Modeling: First Stage of a Feasibility Study
Production of Composite Zinc Oxide–Polylactic Acid Radiopaque Filaments for Fused Deposition Modeling: First Stage of a Feasibility Study Open
Three-dimensional printing technologies are becoming increasingly attractive for their versatility; the geometrical customizability and manageability of the final product properties are the key points. This work aims to assess the feasibil…
View article: A Modern Multidisciplinary Method to Characterize Natural White Spot Lesions with 2D and 3D Assessments: A Preliminary Study
A Modern Multidisciplinary Method to Characterize Natural White Spot Lesions with 2D and 3D Assessments: A Preliminary Study Open
In this preliminary study, a multidisciplinary method based on high-resolution analytical techniques (such as microcomputed tomography, Raman Microspectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, and Vickers microhardness test) was exploited to…
View article: Case Report of a Dental Implant with Conometric Abutment–Prosthetic Cap Connection: Advanced High-Resolution Imaging and Peri-Implant Connective Tissue Performance
Case Report of a Dental Implant with Conometric Abutment–Prosthetic Cap Connection: Advanced High-Resolution Imaging and Peri-Implant Connective Tissue Performance Open
Background: In recent years, the use of conometric systems to connect dental implant abutments and prosthetic caps has been advocated because they seem to eliminate the side effects reported when using screw- and cement-connected prostheti…
View article: High-Resolution Phase-Contrast Tomography on Human Collagenous Tissues: A Comprehensive Review
High-Resolution Phase-Contrast Tomography on Human Collagenous Tissues: A Comprehensive Review Open
Phase-contrast X-ray imaging is becoming increasingly considered since its first applications, which occurred almost 30 years ago. Particular emphasis was placed on studies that use this technique to investigate soft tissues, which cannot …
View article: Multidisciplinary evaluation of the remineralization potential of three fluoride-based toothpastes on natural white spot lesions
Multidisciplinary evaluation of the remineralization potential of three fluoride-based toothpastes on natural white spot lesions Open
Objectives This in vitro study aimed assessing the remineralization potential of three commercial fluoride-based toothpastes in permanent teeth with natural white spot lesions (WSLs). A multidisciplinary approach based on Raman microspectr…
View article: Unraveling the biomechanical properties of collagenous tissues pathologies using synchrotron-based phase-contrast microtomography with deep learning
Unraveling the biomechanical properties of collagenous tissues pathologies using synchrotron-based phase-contrast microtomography with deep learning Open
Mechanical stimuli are regulators not only in cells but also of the extracellular matrix activity, with special reference to collagen bundles composition, amount and distribution. Synchrotron-based phase-contrast computed tomography was wi…
View article: Combined Effects of HA Concentration and Unit Cell Geometry on the Biomechanical Behavior of PCL/HA Scaffold for Tissue Engineering Applications Produced by LPBF
Combined Effects of HA Concentration and Unit Cell Geometry on the Biomechanical Behavior of PCL/HA Scaffold for Tissue Engineering Applications Produced by LPBF Open
This experimental study aims at filling the gap in the literature concerning the combined effects of hydroxyapatite (HA) concentration and elementary unit cell geometry on the biomechanical performances of additively manufactured polycapro…
View article: Influence of abutment macro‐ and micro‐geometry on morphologic and morphometric features of peri‐implant connective tissue
Influence of abutment macro‐ and micro‐geometry on morphologic and morphometric features of peri‐implant connective tissue Open
Objectives The aim of the present human observational study is to provide morphologic and morphometric analysis of peri‐implant connective tissue next to abutments with divergent or convergent macro‐geometry and different surface micro‐cha…
View article: Deep Learning for Microstructural Characterization of Synchrotron Radiation-Based Collagen Bundle Imaging in Peri-Implant Soft Tissues
Deep Learning for Microstructural Characterization of Synchrotron Radiation-Based Collagen Bundle Imaging in Peri-Implant Soft Tissues Open
The study of the organizational kinetics in the area surrounding the transmucosal part of dental implants promises to ensure an accurate diagnosis of the healing process, in terms of osseointegration and long-term implant success. In this …
View article: Influence of Trabecular Geometry on Scaffold Mechanical Behavior and MG-63 Cell Viability
Influence of Trabecular Geometry on Scaffold Mechanical Behavior and MG-63 Cell Viability Open
In a scaffold-based approach for bone tissue regeneration, the control over morphometry allows for balancing scaffold biomechanical performances. In this experimental work, trabecular geometry was obtained by a generative design process, a…
View article: Advanced imaging for research applied to digital dentistry
Advanced imaging for research applied to digital dentistry Open
The production, by 3D printing, of optimized titanium meshes and biphasic calcium phosphate scaffolds for bone regeneration as well as the 3D printing of zirconia with high mechanical performances for dental restorations are between the mo…
View article: Micro-computed tomography for assessing the internal and external voids of bulk-fill composite restorations: A technical report
Micro-computed tomography for assessing the internal and external voids of bulk-fill composite restorations: A technical report Open
Micro-computed tomography makes it possible to obtain several quantitative parameters, providing fundamental information on defect shape and complexity. However, this technique has the limit of not discriminating materials without radiopac…
View article: Biomechanical performances of PCL/HA micro- and macro-porous lattice scaffolds fabricated via laser powder bed fusion for bone tissue engineering
Biomechanical performances of PCL/HA micro- and macro-porous lattice scaffolds fabricated via laser powder bed fusion for bone tissue engineering Open
View article: The Symmetric 3D Organization of Connective Tissue around Implant Abutment: A Key-Issue to Prevent Bone Resorption
The Symmetric 3D Organization of Connective Tissue around Implant Abutment: A Key-Issue to Prevent Bone Resorption Open
Symmetric and well-organized connective tissues around the longitudinal implant axis were hypothesized to decrease early bone resorption by reducing inflammatory cell infiltration. Previous studies that referred to the connective tissue ar…
View article: Biphasic Calcium Phosphate Biomaterials: Stem Cell-Derived Osteoinduction or In Vivo Osteoconduction? Novel Insights in Maxillary Sinus Augmentation by Advanced Imaging
Biphasic Calcium Phosphate Biomaterials: Stem Cell-Derived Osteoinduction or In Vivo Osteoconduction? Novel Insights in Maxillary Sinus Augmentation by Advanced Imaging Open
Maxillary sinus augmentation is often necessary prior to implantology procedure, in particular in cases of atrophic posterior maxilla. In this context, bone substitute biomaterials made of biphasic calcium phosphates, produced by three-dim…
View article: Microleakage Analysis of Different Bulk-Filling Techniques for Class II Restorations: µ-CT, SEM and EDS Evaluations
Microleakage Analysis of Different Bulk-Filling Techniques for Class II Restorations: µ-CT, SEM and EDS Evaluations Open
This study aimed to compare two different bulk-filling techniques, evaluating the internal and external adaptation of class II resin-composite restorations, by analysing the gap formation using microcomputed tomography (µ-CT) and scanning …