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View article: Assessment of Case Complexity of Root Canal Treatments Using Contemporary Complexity Grading Systems: A Clinical Service Evaluation
Assessment of Case Complexity of Root Canal Treatments Using Contemporary Complexity Grading Systems: A Clinical Service Evaluation Open
Aim To assess the complexity of root canal treatments allocated to Postgraduate Endodontology trainees at Cardiff University Dental Hospital (CUDH) using the English Clinical Standards for Restorative Dentistry (ECS) in comparison with the…
View article: Biocompatibility of A Nano-curcumin Pulpal Paste in Rats
Biocompatibility of A Nano-curcumin Pulpal Paste in Rats Open
Background: This study aimed to assess the biocompatibility of different concentrations of a nano-curcumin pulpal paste in rats. Materials and Methods: Polyethylene tubes containing zinc oxide eugenol (ZOE), Metapex, and 2, 4, 6, and 8 ppm…
View article: Does Collagen Membrane Coverage Offer any Advantage for Lateral Window Sinus Augmentation? A Histologic and Histomorphometric Analysis
Does Collagen Membrane Coverage Offer any Advantage for Lateral Window Sinus Augmentation? A Histologic and Histomorphometric Analysis Open
Covering the lateral osteotomy window with a bioabsorbable collagenous membrane is able to significantly enhance vital bone formation and decrease connective tissue proliferation.
View article: Correlation between clinicopathological indices and expression of cluster of differentiation 24 and cluster of differentiation 44 biomarkers in oral epithelial dysplasia and oral squamous cell carcinoma patients: A follow-up study
Correlation between clinicopathological indices and expression of cluster of differentiation 24 and cluster of differentiation 44 biomarkers in oral epithelial dysplasia and oral squamous cell carcinoma patients: A follow-up study Open
Background: Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is the most common oral cavity cancer and may occur following oral epithelial dysplasia (OED). Cancer stem cells (CSCs) can self-renew and multi-directionally differentiate to promote tumorig…
View article: The impact of immediate versus delayed mini-screw placement on alveolar bone preservation and bone density following tooth extraction: evidence from a canine model
The impact of immediate versus delayed mini-screw placement on alveolar bone preservation and bone density following tooth extraction: evidence from a canine model Open
The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of mini-screw placement on the alveolar ridge using a split-mouth design. Twelve beagles underwent bilateral extraction of their lateral teeth. In the immediate group, a mini-screw was unila…
View article: The factors that influence operation risk on pineapple production: A case study in Muar, Johor.
The factors that influence operation risk on pineapple production: A case study in Muar, Johor. Open
Pineapple is a tropical plant and a warm seasonal fruit that has been cultivated for many years and has started to grow commercially. Pineapple was rapidly growing in southern Johor as the first place in Malaysia. However, there are risks …
View article: Evaluation of Tenascin Expression in Ameloblastoma, Odontogenic Keratocyst, and Dentigerous Cyst by Immunohistochemistry
Evaluation of Tenascin Expression in Ameloblastoma, Odontogenic Keratocyst, and Dentigerous Cyst by Immunohistochemistry Open
Background: The aim of this study was to evaluate the expression pattern of tenascin in ameloblastoma, odontogenic keratocyst, and dentigerous cyst. Materials and Methods: The expression of tenascin was evaluated in microscopic slides of 4…
View article: Digital Microscopy using Online Mapping Technology: a Solution for Oral Pathology Education in Virtual Learning
Digital Microscopy using Online Mapping Technology: a Solution for Oral Pathology Education in Virtual Learning Open
Objective: Our study aimed to develop a database containing high-quality digital oral and maxillofacial pathology (OMFP) slides without the high cost of whole slide imaging (WSI) for students and educators in low-income countries.
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View article: Evaluation of CD34 Expression in Central and Peripheral Giant Cell Granulomas and Aneurysmal Bone Cyst of Jaws by Immunohistochemistry
Evaluation of CD34 Expression in Central and Peripheral Giant Cell Granulomas and Aneurysmal Bone Cyst of Jaws by Immunohistochemistry Open
Introduction: The present study aimed to evaluate vascular density in giant cell lesions with different biologic behavior. Therefore, CD34 expression in central and peripheral giant cell granulomas and the aneurysmal bone cyst was evaluate…
View article: Immunohistochemical Evaluation of Transforming Growth Factor-β Expression in Oral Lichen Planus
Immunohistochemical Evaluation of Transforming Growth Factor-β Expression in Oral Lichen Planus Open
Background: In oral lichen planus (OLP), which is a persistent inflammatory condition of the autoimmune system, cytotoxic T lymphocytes are triggered against epithelial cells. OLP resists treatment more than its cutaneous counterpart and p…
View article: Tooth Coronal Index: A Novel Tool For Age Estimation on Cone-Beam Computed Tomography
Tooth Coronal Index: A Novel Tool For Age Estimation on Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Open
Objective: To evaluate dental age assessment reliability through Tooth Coronal Index (TCI) method. Material and Methods: The cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans of 160 individuals aged between 20-70 years were analyzed in the presen…
View article: Evaluation of Fibronectin Expression in Peripheral and Central Giant Cell Granulomas of the Jaws and Giant Cell Tumor of the Bone Using Immunohistochemistry
Evaluation of Fibronectin Expression in Peripheral and Central Giant Cell Granulomas of the Jaws and Giant Cell Tumor of the Bone Using Immunohistochemistry Open
Introduction: This study aimed to evaluate the Fibronectin expression in peripheral and central giant cell granulomas (PGCG and CGCG) of jaws and giant cell tumor (GCT) of bone using immunohistochemistry. Materials and Methods: In this ret…
View article: Evaluation of CD44 and TGF-B Expression in Oral Carcinogenesis.
Evaluation of CD44 and TGF-B Expression in Oral Carcinogenesis. Open
Increased expression of CD44 as a cancer stem cell marker and TGF-B as an EMT marker from normal mucosa to non-dysplastic leukoplakia, dysplastic leukoplakia, and OSCC and also the significant correlation between these two markers indicate…
View article: Tooth Coronal Index: A Novel Tool For Age Estimation on Cone-Beam Computed Tomography
Tooth Coronal Index: A Novel Tool For Age Estimation on Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Open
Objective: To evaluate dental age assessment reliability through Tooth Coronal Index (TCI) method. Material and Methods: The cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans of 160 individuals aged between 20-70 years were analyzed in the presen…
View article: Relative Expression of SOX2 and OCT4 in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma and Oral Epithelial Dysplasia
Relative Expression of SOX2 and OCT4 in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma and Oral Epithelial Dysplasia Open
The increased expression of SOX2 and OCT4 in higher grades and the significant correlation of these genes with each other among OSCC specimens could suggest the role of SOX2 or OCT4 in oral mucosal carcinogenesis.
View article: CD44 Expression in Dysplastic and Non-Dysplastic Oral Lichen Planus
CD44 Expression in Dysplastic and Non-Dysplastic Oral Lichen Planus Open
Background: Oral lichen planus (OLP) is a relatively common chronic inflammatory autoimmune disease. OLP is more resistant than skin form and malignant transformation into oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) has been reported in this lesio…
View article: Evaluation of Transforming Growth Factor Beta 1 Expression in Ameloblastoma, Calcifying Odontogenic Cyst and Odontogenic Keratocyst
Evaluation of Transforming Growth Factor Beta 1 Expression in Ameloblastoma, Calcifying Odontogenic Cyst and Odontogenic Keratocyst Open
Introduction: Ameloblastoma is the most common neoplasm of odontogenic epithelium with locally aggressive behavior resulting in recurrence and malignant transformation. Odontogenic cysts are common lesions of the jaws with different biolog…
View article: Cancer Stem Cells and Oral Carcinogenesis; a Review Article
Cancer Stem Cells and Oral Carcinogenesis; a Review Article Open
Context: Epithelial carcinogenesis is a multistep process. Transmission from normal oral epithelium to oral dysplasia and cancer is believed to result from several genetic alterations. Despite recent advances in the treatment approaches ov…
View article: Central Mandibular Nerve Sheath Myxoma
Central Mandibular Nerve Sheath Myxoma Open
Nerve sheath myxoma has been described as a rare neural tumor arising from Schwann cells. It is observed most frequently in the central area of the face, neck and upper extremities. In the past the term neurothekeoma was used as synonym fo…
View article: Importance of depth of invasion in patients with oral squamous cell carcinoma: A review article
Importance of depth of invasion in patients with oral squamous cell carcinoma: A review article Open
Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is the most common malignancy of the oral cavity. Despite several diagnostic and therapeutic advances over the last decades, the rate of mortality and 5-year survival of patients with OSCC has not been i…
View article: Expression of p63 and CD44 in oral squamous cell carcinoma and correlation with clinicopathological parameters
Expression of p63 and CD44 in oral squamous cell carcinoma and correlation with clinicopathological parameters Open
Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the sixth most frequent malignant tumor of the head and neck region. Despite advances in therapeutic options over the last decades, the rate of mortality and morbidity has not been improved markedly. A smal…
View article: Consistent absence of BRAF mutations in salivary gland carcinomas
Consistent absence of BRAF mutations in salivary gland carcinomas Open
Introduction: Malignant salivary gland tumors are rare entities. Despite advances in surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy, the rate of the mortality and five-year survival has not been improved markedly over the last few decades. Th…
View article: Cementum and dentin repair following root damage caused by the insertion of self-tapping and self-drilling miniscrews
Cementum and dentin repair following root damage caused by the insertion of self-tapping and self-drilling miniscrews Open
This study showed that in most cases, the healing of cementum was observed eight weeks after the injury and the two methods of miniscrew insertion showed no significant difference when it comes to the healing process.
View article: A 38-year demographic study of central and peripheral giant cell granulomas of the jaws
A 38-year demographic study of central and peripheral giant cell granulomas of the jaws Open
Objective: The purpose of this study was to retrospectively analyze the demographic characteristics of patients with central giant cell granulomas (CGCGs) and peripheral giant cell granulomas (PGCGs) in Iranian population.Methods: The data…
View article: A 40-year Retrospective Clinicopathological Study of Ameloblastoma in Iran
A 40-year Retrospective Clinicopathological Study of Ameloblastoma in Iran Open
Ameloblastoma is the most common epithelial odontogenic tumor. It may show locally invasive behavior resulting in recurrence and malignancy. Therefore, appropriate diagnosis of this tumor is necessary. The aim of this study was to evaluate…
View article: Human Papillomavirus in Oral Leukoplakia, Verrucous Carcinoma, Squamous Cell Carcinoma, and Normal Mucous Membrane
Human Papillomavirus in Oral Leukoplakia, Verrucous Carcinoma, Squamous Cell Carcinoma, and Normal Mucous Membrane Open
More studies are necessary to better understand the relationship between HPV and malignant/premalignant oral cavity lesions.
View article: Odontogenic cysts: A 40- year retrospective clinicopathological study in an Iranian population
Odontogenic cysts: A 40- year retrospective clinicopathological study in an Iranian population Open
We present a 40-year retrospective study of 1189 patients with odontogenic cysts (OCs) that were diagnosed from 1971 to 2011 in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Faculty of Dentistry, Mashhad, Iran. In contrast to most of…