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View article: A Comparison Between the Expansion Force Exerted by Thermo-Printed Aligners and 3D Printed Aligners: An In Vitro Study
A Comparison Between the Expansion Force Exerted by Thermo-Printed Aligners and 3D Printed Aligners: An In Vitro Study Open
Background: The fabrication of orthodontic aligners directly via three-dimensional (3D) printing presents potential to increase the efficiency of aligner production relative to traditional workflows; however, several aspects of the 3D prin…
View article: Micro-CT and Finite Element Analysis of Dentin Preservation and Stress Distribution in Mesial Roots of Mandibular Molars after Shaping with Different Tapers
Micro-CT and Finite Element Analysis of Dentin Preservation and Stress Distribution in Mesial Roots of Mandibular Molars after Shaping with Different Tapers Open
View article: Could Tack-Curing Influence Margin Continuity and Conversion Degree of a Universal Dual-Curing Cement?
Could Tack-Curing Influence Margin Continuity and Conversion Degree of a Universal Dual-Curing Cement? Open
Proper polymerization protocol is crucial for the long-term success of full-ceramic crown restorations. This study investigates the margin continuity and degree of conversion (DC) of a universal dual-curing cement under full-ceramic crowns…
View article: Influence of Thickener and Mineral Supplementation of Bleaching Gels on Enamel Demineralization
Influence of Thickener and Mineral Supplementation of Bleaching Gels on Enamel Demineralization Open
Objective This study evaluated the effect of the type of thickener and mineral supplementation of bleaching gels on enamel demineralization. Materials and Methods Enamel specimens were divided into five groups according to the type of thic…
View article: Classification Algorithms for Early Tooth Demineralization Assessment by Impedance Spectroscopy
Classification Algorithms for Early Tooth Demineralization Assessment by Impedance Spectroscopy Open
Oral caries is one of the most common oral diseases worldwide, affecting about 2.4 billion people. This phenomenon always starts with enamel demineralization, eventually progressing to tooth cavitation and loss when not properly treated. N…
View article: The Synergetic Effect of Periodontal Therapy and <scp>TNF</scp>‐α Inhibitor for the Treatment of Comorbid Periodontitis and Psoriasis
The Synergetic Effect of Periodontal Therapy and <span>TNF</span>‐α Inhibitor for the Treatment of Comorbid Periodontitis and Psoriasis Open
Aim To assess the adjunctive effect of periodontal therapy on psoriasis‐related outcomes in a combined experimental model of ligature‐induced periodontitis and Imiquimod (IMQ)‐induced psoriasis. Also, this experiment aimed to study the imp…
View article: Comparative Analysis of CAD-CAM Workflow Variations on the Marginal and Internal Gaps and Fatigue Behavior of Ceramic and Resin Composite Dental Crowns
Comparative Analysis of CAD-CAM Workflow Variations on the Marginal and Internal Gaps and Fatigue Behavior of Ceramic and Resin Composite Dental Crowns Open
Objectives To analyze the marginal/internal gap and the fatigue behavior of crowns made of two different materials, using four combinations of a digital workflow—two intraoral scanners (IOSs) and two milling machines. Materials and Methods…
View article: Does the Restoration Design and Material Affect Indirect Restorations' Marginal and Internal Gap, Interfacial Volume, and Fatigue Behavior?
Does the Restoration Design and Material Affect Indirect Restorations' Marginal and Internal Gap, Interfacial Volume, and Fatigue Behavior? Open
This article evaluates the marginal and internal gap, interfacial volume, and fatigue behavior in computer-aided design-computer-aided manufacturing (CAD-CAM) restorations with different designs (crowns or endocrowns) made from lithium dis…
View article: Polyhydroxybutyrate as a Novel Biopolymer for Dental Restorative Materials: Biological and Morphological Analysis
Polyhydroxybutyrate as a Novel Biopolymer for Dental Restorative Materials: Biological and Morphological Analysis Open
Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) is a biopolymer produced by bacteria. This study aimed to implement the production process of experimental medical-grade PHB and to evaluate its morphology and biocompatibility compared to conventional resin-based…
View article: Influence of Printing Orientation on Surface Roughness and Gloss of 3D Printed Resins for Orthodontic Devices
Influence of Printing Orientation on Surface Roughness and Gloss of 3D Printed Resins for Orthodontic Devices Open
The study aims to assess the effect of printing orientation on surface roughness and gloss of resins for 3D printing of aligners. Squared specimens (14 × 14 × 4 mm) were printed using Dental LT Clear (Formlabs, Somerville, MA, USA; LT) or …
View article: Volumetric and Linear Adaptation of an Indirect Adhesive Restoration: Comparison of Chairside 3D Printing and Milling Techniques
Volumetric and Linear Adaptation of an Indirect Adhesive Restoration: Comparison of Chairside 3D Printing and Milling Techniques Open
The aim of this study was to the evaluate volumetric and linear adaptation of an indirect adhesive restoration, comparing a novel chairside 3D printer to conventional milling techniques. An intact upper premolar was selected, prepared for …
View article: Morphological Analysis and Bond Strength to Root Canal Dentin of Endodontically Treated and Retreated Teeth: An Ex Vivo Study.
Morphological Analysis and Bond Strength to Root Canal Dentin of Endodontically Treated and Retreated Teeth: An Ex Vivo Study. Open
SARc performed as well as SERc on aged RCT radicular dentin. Clinicians can rely on simplified one-step luting systems when adhesion is required in unfavorable substrates such as the root canal post space of aged RCT teeth.
View article: Three-Dimensional Internal Voids and Marginal Adaptation in Deep Margin Elevation Technique: Efficiency of Highly Filled Flowable Composites.
Three-Dimensional Internal Voids and Marginal Adaptation in Deep Margin Elevation Technique: Efficiency of Highly Filled Flowable Composites. Open
Highly filled medium viscosity composite performed significantly better than the conventional viscosity flowable composite for what concern baseline interfacial gaps. Artificial aging with a chewing simulator and thermocycling did not affe…
View article: Long-Term Evaluation of Pulp Vitality Preservation in Direct and Indirect Pulp Capping: A Retrospective Clinical Study
Long-Term Evaluation of Pulp Vitality Preservation in Direct and Indirect Pulp Capping: A Retrospective Clinical Study Open
Background: This retrospective clinical study aimed to assess dental pulp tissue reactions to direct and indirect pulp capping after 10 years of follow-up. Methods: A total of 276 permanent teeth with deep carious lesions were evaluated an…
View article: Are periodontitis and psoriasis associated? A pre‐clinical murine model
Are periodontitis and psoriasis associated? A pre‐clinical murine model Open
Aim To investigate the bidirectional influence between periodontitis and psoriasis, using the respective experimental models of ligature‐ and imiquimod‐induced diseases on murine models. Materials and Methods Thirty‐two C57/BL6J mice were …
View article: Effects of Etching Time and Ethanol Wet Bonding on Bond Strength and Metalloproteinase Activity in Radicular Dentin
Effects of Etching Time and Ethanol Wet Bonding on Bond Strength and Metalloproteinase Activity in Radicular Dentin Open
(1) Background: The objective of this in vitro study was to evaluate the impact of different etching times and ethanol pre-treatments on the immediate bond strength of a hydrophilic multi-mode universal adhesive (Clearfil Universal Bond Qu…
View article: How do different intraoral scanners and milling machines affect the fit and fatigue behavior of lithium disilicate and resin composite endocrowns?
How do different intraoral scanners and milling machines affect the fit and fatigue behavior of lithium disilicate and resin composite endocrowns? Open
The aim of this in vitro study was to evaluate the effect of the combinations of two different intraoral scanners (IOS), two milling machines, and two restorative materials on the marginal/internal fit and fatigue behavior of endocrowns pr…
View article: Influence of CAD-CAM milling strategies on the outcome of indirect restorations: A scoping review
Influence of CAD-CAM milling strategies on the outcome of indirect restorations: A scoping review Open
View article: Short-Term Effects of 3D-Printed Occlusal Splints and Conventional Splints on Sleep Bruxism Activity: EMG–ECG Night Recordings of a Sample of Young Adults
Short-Term Effects of 3D-Printed Occlusal Splints and Conventional Splints on Sleep Bruxism Activity: EMG–ECG Night Recordings of a Sample of Young Adults Open
(1) Background: This study aims to compare the effects of 3D-printed splints and conventional manufactured splints on sleep bruxism (SB) EMG activity. (2) Methods: Twenty-six patients (19 M, 7 F, 25.8 ± 2.6 years) were randomly allocated t…
View article: Magneto-dynamic tool for full arch immediate loading in post-traumatic restoration with narrow implants: A case report
Magneto-dynamic tool for full arch immediate loading in post-traumatic restoration with narrow implants: A case report Open
New surgical techniques using narrow, tilted implants positioned through a magneto-dynamic tool in guided surgery for a Toronto restoration. A 69-year-old woman wanted fixed rehabilitation to replace her removable complete dentures. A cone…
View article: Exploring the influence of placing bi-directional E-glass fibers as protective layer under a CAD-CAM resin composite on the fracture pattern
Exploring the influence of placing bi-directional E-glass fibers as protective layer under a CAD-CAM resin composite on the fracture pattern Open
The present in vitro work tends to show that the fracture pattern of CAD-CAM resin composites is favorably affected by the presence and position of an underlying bidirectional E-glass fiber layer. The placement of E-glass fibers under a CA…
View article: Dynamic Navigation System vs. Free-Hand Approach in Microsurgical and Non-Surgical Endodontics: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Experimental Studies
Dynamic Navigation System vs. Free-Hand Approach in Microsurgical and Non-Surgical Endodontics: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Experimental Studies Open
(1) Background: A Dynamic Navigation System (DNS) is an innovative tool that facilitates the management of complex endodontic cases. Despite the number of advantages and limitations of this approach, there is no evidence-based information …
View article: Management of a Malpractice Dental Implant Case in a Patient with History of Oral Bisphosphonates Intake: A Case Report and Narrative Review of Recent Findings
Management of a Malpractice Dental Implant Case in a Patient with History of Oral Bisphosphonates Intake: A Case Report and Narrative Review of Recent Findings Open
The present article aims to describe the management of a malpractice dental implant case in a patient with a history of oral bisphosphonates (BF) intake (alendronic acid every 15 days for 20 years) and to perform a narrative review of rece…
View article: Surgical Wound Repair with Innovative Hemostatic Glue: Clinical Case Report
Surgical Wound Repair with Innovative Hemostatic Glue: Clinical Case Report Open
Background: The labial frenulum may be associated with traction on the marginal gingiva of the incisors with resulting gingival recession, a condition known as “pull syndrome”. In this case, performing a frenulectomy at least 6 months befo…
View article: The Use of Diode Low-Power Laser Therapy before In-Office Bleaching to Prevent Bleaching-Induced Tooth Sensitivity: A Clinical Double-Blind Randomized Study
The Use of Diode Low-Power Laser Therapy before In-Office Bleaching to Prevent Bleaching-Induced Tooth Sensitivity: A Clinical Double-Blind Randomized Study Open
Introduction: The present study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) use before in-office bleaching to prevent an increase in the risk and intensity of tooth sensitivity. Methods: Thirty patients were se…
View article: Immediate loading full-arch rehabilitation using transmucosal tissue-level implants with different variables associated: a one-year observational study
Immediate loading full-arch rehabilitation using transmucosal tissue-level implants with different variables associated: a one-year observational study Open
Despite different variables associated, tissue level implants seem to represent a valid option when applied in immediate loading full-arch rehabilitation. Further research and longer observational periods are encouraged to confirm the resu…
View article: Evaluation of Er,Cr:<scp>YSGG</scp> laser technique for fiber post removal of endodontically treated teeth using micro‐computed tomography
Evaluation of Er,Cr:<span>YSGG</span> laser technique for fiber post removal of endodontically treated teeth using micro‐computed tomography Open
Various clinical techniques such as removal kits, ultrasonic tips, burs, and drills, have been used for fiber post removal in endodontically treated teeth. In most clinical cases, the dental practitioners prefer to use ultrasonic tips, des…
View article: A Three-step Etch-and-Rinse vs a Universal Adhesive in Nanohybrid Composite Anterior Restorations: A Retrospective Clinical Evaluation.
A Three-step Etch-and-Rinse vs a Universal Adhesive in Nanohybrid Composite Anterior Restorations: A Retrospective Clinical Evaluation. Open
Based on the obtained results, both the universal adhesive and the three-step E&R adhesive proved to be good treatment choices for direct anterior restorations after 37.9 (± 22.9) months of follow-up. Tooth vitality seems fundamental for t…
View article: Translucency of CAD/CAM and 3D Printable Composite Materials for Permanent Dental Restorations
Translucency of CAD/CAM and 3D Printable Composite Materials for Permanent Dental Restorations Open
The aim of the study was to compare the translucency of CAD/CAM and printable composite materials for fixed dental prostheses (FDP). Eight A3 composite materials (7 CAD/CAM and 1 printable) for FPD were used to prepare a total of 150 speci…
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