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View article: Effect of Titanium-Nitride Coating on the Wear Resistance of Stainless Steel Crowns
Effect of Titanium-Nitride Coating on the Wear Resistance of Stainless Steel Crowns Open
This study aimed to compare the wear resistance and surface characteristics of titanium-nitride coated crowns (TiNCs) with those of conventional stainless steel crowns (SSCs) under simulated masticatory conditions. TiNCs and SSCs for prima…
View article: Ginsenoside Rb1 restores dental pulp by promoting odontogenic differentiation of dental pulp stem cells via the TGF-β/Smad signaling pathway
Ginsenoside Rb1 restores dental pulp by promoting odontogenic differentiation of dental pulp stem cells via the TGF-β/Smad signaling pathway Open
View article: Evaluation of the shear bond strength of Korean flowable resin composites to dentin
Evaluation of the shear bond strength of Korean flowable resin composites to dentin Open
Purpose: This study aimed to compare the shear bond strength of two Korean flowable resin composites (Shoot Flow Pack, EsFlow) and two imported flowable resin composites (Filtek Supreme Flowable Restorative, G-aenial Flo X) to dentin using…
View article: Survival Rate of Second Primary Molars after Treatment with the Halterman Appliance: A Retrospective Study
Survival Rate of Second Primary Molars after Treatment with the Halterman Appliance: A Retrospective Study Open
This retrospective study evaluated the 24-month survival rates of second primary molars after treatment of ectopic eruption of the maxillary permanent first molar with the Halterman appliance. Patients diagnosed with ectopic eruption at th…
View article: Sports-Related Dental Injuries in the Pediatric Patient: A Retrospective Study
Sports-Related Dental Injuries in the Pediatric Patient: A Retrospective Study Open
This retrospective study aims to analyze the incidence and characteristics of sports-related dental injuries in pediatric patients, providing foundational data for the prevention and management of such injuries. Medical records of 2,382 pa…
View article: Management of Transposed Maxillary Canines and Peg-shaped Lateral Incisors: Case Reports
Management of Transposed Maxillary Canines and Peg-shaped Lateral Incisors: Case Reports Open
Tooth transposition is a rare dental anomaly in which two adjacent teeth develop and erupt in altered positions. It is often associated with other dental abnormalities, such as congenitally missing or peg-shaped lateral incisors. This case…
View article: Evaluation of Tooth Reduction for Prefabricated Zirconia Crowns in Primary First Molars Using 3D Scanner
Evaluation of Tooth Reduction for Prefabricated Zirconia Crowns in Primary First Molars Using 3D Scanner Open
The aim of this study was to quantitatively evaluate the amount of tooth reduction required for prefabricated zirconia crowns (PZCs) of maxillary and mandibular primary first molars by evaluating different areas of the tooth. A total of 27…
View article: Influence of resin and matrix systems on the three-dimensional geometry of reproduced proximal surfaces in Class II resin restorations of primary molars
Influence of resin and matrix systems on the three-dimensional geometry of reproduced proximal surfaces in Class II resin restorations of primary molars Open
Within the limits of this study, the reproduced proximal surface geometry was not significantly affected by the type of resin and matrix system.
View article: The Relationship Between Adolescent Orthodontic Treatment and Temporomandibular Disorders: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis
The Relationship Between Adolescent Orthodontic Treatment and Temporomandibular Disorders: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis Open
The relationship between fixed orthodontic treatment and the development of temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) in adolescents has been a topic of considerable debate. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the impact of…
View article: Radiologic study of the distance between the maxillary central incisor root and the incisive canal according to skeletal malocclusion classification
Radiologic study of the distance between the maxillary central incisor root and the incisive canal according to skeletal malocclusion classification Open
View article: Morphological Assessment of Proximal Restoration Depending on Different Matrix Systems in Primary Molars with a 3D Scanner: In Vitro Studies
Morphological Assessment of Proximal Restoration Depending on Different Matrix Systems in Primary Molars with a 3D Scanner: In Vitro Studies Open
The purpose of this study was to compare the proximal surface contour, size of contact area, and volume difference before and after restoration in artificial teeth of primary molars during proximal composite resin restoration using differe…
View article: Comparative Evaluation of the Survival Rates of Zirconia Crown and Stainless Steel Crown for Proximal Caries in Primary Molars: a Retrospective Study
Comparative Evaluation of the Survival Rates of Zirconia Crown and Stainless Steel Crown for Proximal Caries in Primary Molars: a Retrospective Study Open
Due to increasing demand for aesthetics, zirconia crowns have become a popular choice for treating primary molars. However, there is limited literature available comparing the survival rates of zirconia crowns with those of other restorati…
View article: Evaluation of the Pressure of the Tongue, Lips, and Cheeks in Patients with Myofunctional Therapy and Appliance
Evaluation of the Pressure of the Tongue, Lips, and Cheeks in Patients with Myofunctional Therapy and Appliance Open
The purpose of this study was to compare the values of tongue pressure (TP), lip closing pressure (LCP), right buccal pressure (RBP), and left buccal pressure (LBP) and check the intraoral muscle imbalance and observe the changed values ac…
View article: Color Stability of Alkasite Restorative Material: in vitro Studies
Color Stability of Alkasite Restorative Material: in vitro Studies Open
The purpose of this study is was to compare the color stability of alkasite and other restorative materials commonly used in the field of pediatric dentistry and to study a color change in response to various beverages. Test specimens of g…
View article: Temporomandibular Joint Ankylosis Caused by Osteoarthritis: A Case Report Based on Cone Beam Computed Tomography Images
Temporomandibular Joint Ankylosis Caused by Osteoarthritis: A Case Report Based on Cone Beam Computed Tomography Images Open
View article: National Patterns and Characteristics in Pediatric Dental Emergency Visits for Dental Conditions
National Patterns and Characteristics in Pediatric Dental Emergency Visits for Dental Conditions Open
The purpose of this study was to investigate pediatric emergency department visits patterns and characteristics of children and adolescents under the age of 20 in South Korea from 2002 to 2015 due to dental conditions. This study used a st…
View article: Color Comparison of Maxillary Primary Anterior Teeth and Various Composite Resins using a Spectrophotometer
Color Comparison of Maxillary Primary Anterior Teeth and Various Composite Resins using a Spectrophotometer Open
The purpose of this study was to compare the color of maxillary primary central incisors, lateral incisors, canines with the color of various composite resins using a spectrophotometer VITA Easyshade®V.One researcher measured th…
View article: Changes of Occlusion following the Placement of Preformed Metal Crown to the Permanent First Molar in Children and Adolescents
Changes of Occlusion following the Placement of Preformed Metal Crown to the Permanent First Molar in Children and Adolescents Open
The purpose of this study is to evaluate changes of occlusion following the placement of preformed metal crown in the permanent first molar affected by severe caries or hypomineralization. The study was conducted on 24 patients who met the…
View article: Traumatic Bone Cyst in the Mandibular Symphysis : Case Reports
Traumatic Bone Cyst in the Mandibular Symphysis : Case Reports Open
Traumatic bone cyst (TBC) is an asymptomatic lesion seen most in adolescents. TBC is found incidentally on routine panoramic examinations and appears as a relatively well-demarcated unilocular radiolucency with scalloped margins. Histologi…
View article: The perspective of undergraduate dental students on web-based learning in pediatric dentistry during the COVID-19 pandemic: a Korean multicenter cross-sectional survey
The perspective of undergraduate dental students on web-based learning in pediatric dentistry during the COVID-19 pandemic: a Korean multicenter cross-sectional survey Open
View article: Physical and chemical properties of double-layers adhesive polymer film supplemented with 5% NaF
Physical and chemical properties of double-layers adhesive polymer film supplemented with 5% NaF Open
Objective: To improve the remineralization effect of fluoride adhesion film, we developed a double-layers adhesive film, and then evaluate its physical properties and fluoride-releasing ability.Methods: The tensile strength, elongation, di…
View article: Investigation of the Shear Bond Strength of Orthodontic Buttons by Light Curing Using an Extended Optic Fiber
Investigation of the Shear Bond Strength of Orthodontic Buttons by Light Curing Using an Extended Optic Fiber Open
The objective of this study is to analyze the shear bond strength of orthodontic buttons according to light tip distance and optic fiber diameter when an extended optic fiber was applied to the tip of a curing light unit. In this study, 31…
View article: Effect of Virtual Reality Distraction on Pain and Anxiety in Children during Local Anesthesia
Effect of Virtual Reality Distraction on Pain and Anxiety in Children during Local Anesthesia Open
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of virtual reality distraction on pain and anxiety in children during local anesthesia. Local anesthesia was administered to 3 groups: a control group without distraction, a group watchi…
View article: Time-Dependent Anti-Demineralization Effect of Silver Diamine Fluoride
Time-Dependent Anti-Demineralization Effect of Silver Diamine Fluoride Open
This study compared the demineralization resistance of teeth treated with silver diamine fluoride (SDF) to that treated with fluoride varnish. A total of 105 healthy bovine incisors were divided into control, fluoride varnish, and SDF grou…
View article: Comparison of the remineralization effect of newly-developed fluoride agents according to the depth of early carious lesions
Comparison of the remineralization effect of newly-developed fluoride agents according to the depth of early carious lesions Open
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View article: Effect of Silver Diamine Fluoride and Sodium Fluoride Varnish on Remineralization in Artificially Induced Enamel Caries: An in vitro Study
Effect of Silver Diamine Fluoride and Sodium Fluoride Varnish on Remineralization in Artificially Induced Enamel Caries: An in vitro Study Open
The purpose of this study was to compare the remineralization effect of 38% silver diamine fluoride (SDF) and 5% sodium fluoride (NaF) varnish on artificially induced enamel caries.The present study standardized the physiochemical characte…
View article: Comparison of Partial Pulpotomy in Permanent Molars Using Different Pulp Capping Agents and Restoration Materials
Comparison of Partial Pulpotomy in Permanent Molars Using Different Pulp Capping Agents and Restoration Materials Open
The purpose of this study was to compare the success rates of two pulp capping materials, BiodentineTM and RetroMTA®, used for partial pulpotomy in permanent molars after carious exposures and to compare the final res…
View article: 2-Step Needle Insertion Technique to Reduce Pain in Children during Local Anesthesia
2-Step Needle Insertion Technique to Reduce Pain in Children during Local Anesthesia Open
This study was performed to evaluate the effectiveness of the 2-step needle insertion technique to reduce pain during local anesthesia in children. Local anesthesia was performed bilaterally using conventional technique and a 2-step techni…
View article: Eruption Guidance of Horizontally Impacted Permanent First Molar with Primary Retention of Primary Second Molars: Case Reports
Eruption Guidance of Horizontally Impacted Permanent First Molar with Primary Retention of Primary Second Molars: Case Reports Open
Tooth eruption involves a complex developmental process of tooth migration from the dental follicular origin to the final occlusion position in the oral cavity via the alveolar process. Disturbance of tooth eruption can occur at any point …
View article: Three types of ossifying fibroma: A report of 4 cases with an analysis of CBCT features
Three types of ossifying fibroma: A report of 4 cases with an analysis of CBCT features Open
Ossifying fibroma is a slow-growing benign neoplasm that occurs most often in the jaws, especially the mandible. The tumor is composed of bone that develops within fibrous connective tissue. Some ossifying fibromas consist of cementum-like…