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View article: Challenges in evaluating the analgesic effects of photobiomodulation in dentistry: A narrative review
Challenges in evaluating the analgesic effects of photobiomodulation in dentistry: A narrative review Open
Photobiomodulation (PBM) shows promising potential as a non-invasive analgesic approach in dentistry. However, its integration into clinical practice remains uncertain due to variability in study methodologies, inconsistent reporting of tr…
View article: Prevalence of Post‐Operative Infections Related to Third Molar Surgery at an Australian University Teaching Clinic: A 5‐Year Retrospective Study
Prevalence of Post‐Operative Infections Related to Third Molar Surgery at an Australian University Teaching Clinic: A 5‐Year Retrospective Study Open
Aim To assess the prevalence of post‐operative infection related to surgical third molar extractions at a university teaching hospital. The secondary outcome was to investigate risk factors relating to post‐operative infections, including …
View article: Neutrophils Respond Selectively to Physical Cues: Roughness Modulates Its Granule Release, and NETosis
Neutrophils Respond Selectively to Physical Cues: Roughness Modulates Its Granule Release, and NETosis Open
Our study examined how different titanium alloy Ti6Al4V (Ti64) and zirconia (ZrO2) surfaces, ranging from rough to very smooth, affect the expression of elastase (NE), matrix metalloproteinase (MMP)-8, MMP-9, and extracellular traps (NETs)…
View article: Neutrophils Respond Selectively to Physical Cues: Roughness Modulates Its Granule Release, and NETosis
Neutrophils Respond Selectively to Physical Cues: Roughness Modulates Its Granule Release, and NETosis Open
This study evaluated the impact of rough, smooth, and very smooth Titanium (Ti) and zirconia (Zr) surfaces on the neutrophil expression of elastase (NE), matrix metalloproteinase (MMP)-8, MMP-9 and extracellular traps (NETs). Ti and Zr dis…
View article: Resorbable GBR Scaffolds in Oral and Maxillofacial Tissue Engineering: Design, Fabrication, and Applications
Resorbable GBR Scaffolds in Oral and Maxillofacial Tissue Engineering: Design, Fabrication, and Applications Open
Guided bone regeneration (GBR) is a promising technique in bone tissue engineering that aims to replace lost or injured bone using resorbable scaffolds. The promotion of osteoblast adhesion, migration, and proliferation is greatly aided by…
View article: A Novel Apparatus to Standardize the Polishing Protocol to Achieve Different Roughness of Titanium and Zirconia Disc Surfaces
A Novel Apparatus to Standardize the Polishing Protocol to Achieve Different Roughness of Titanium and Zirconia Disc Surfaces Open
The specimens polished under control force produced significantly more uniform surface roughness than those polished without controlled force and were produced with a higher degree of consistency.
View article: Medical profile of patients referred to an Australian postgraduate oral surgery clinic
Medical profile of patients referred to an Australian postgraduate oral surgery clinic Open
Background and Objectives Thorough knowledge of a patient's medical history and medications is necessary for providing safe oral surgery care, and may be considered a form of risk management. This study investigated the prevalence of medic…
View article: A Novel Irrigation System to Reduce Heat Generation during Guided Implantology: An In Vitro Study
A Novel Irrigation System to Reduce Heat Generation during Guided Implantology: An In Vitro Study Open
The purpose of this in vitro study is to evaluate the effectiveness of incorporating a new irrigation system into a surgical guide and monitor its effect on heat generation during implant bed preparation. A total of 48 surgically guided os…
View article: A Novel Irrigation System to Reduce Heat Generation During Guided Implantology: An In Vitro Study
A Novel Irrigation System to Reduce Heat Generation During Guided Implantology: An In Vitro Study Open
The purpose of this in vitro study is to evaluate the effectiveness of incorporating a new irrigation system into a surgical guide and monitor its effect on heat generation during implant bed preparation. A total of 48 surgically guided os…
View article: Exploring digital technologies used in the design and manufacture of craniofacial implant surgical guides: A scoping review
Exploring digital technologies used in the design and manufacture of craniofacial implant surgical guides: A scoping review Open
Digitally designed surgical guides can be an excellent adjunct to accurately place titanium implants in the craniofacial skeleton for support of silicone prostheses. A sound protocol for the design and retention of the surgical guides will…
View article: Oral surgery waiting lists at an Australian university dental school
Oral surgery waiting lists at an Australian university dental school Open
Objective The aim of this study was to investigate the waiting times experienced by patients referred to an Australian University oral surgery clinic over a 2‐year period. Materials and method A single‐centre retrospective study was conduc…
View article: Risk factors associated with nerve injury following third molar surgery at an Australian university dental school: a 4-year retrospective study
Risk factors associated with nerve injury following third molar surgery at an Australian university dental school: a 4-year retrospective study Open
Purpose : Nerve injury during the removal of third molars in oral surgery is a rare complication; however, it could lead to severe and long-term complications. For this study, data regarding third molar extractions were collected to identi…
View article: A systematic review on neutrophils interactions with titanium and zirconia surfaces: Evidence from in vitro studies
A systematic review on neutrophils interactions with titanium and zirconia surfaces: Evidence from in vitro studies Open
Objectives This systematic review aimed to assess in vitro studies that evaluated neutrophil interactions with different roughness levels in titanium and zirconia implant surfaces. Material and Methods An electronic search for literature w…
View article: Frequency and characteristics of medical emergencies in an Australian dental school: A retrospective study
Frequency and characteristics of medical emergencies in an Australian dental school: A retrospective study Open
Purpose/Objectives The frequency of medical emergencies in a dental setting is relatively low. However, most dental treatment occurs outside of a hospital setting; thus the time to respond to a life‐threatening situation is crucial. The ai…
View article: Oropharyngeal complex differences related to sex and occlusal factors in adolescents aged 12–17 years
Oropharyngeal complex differences related to sex and occlusal factors in adolescents aged 12–17 years Open
Findings suggest sex, age, and anterior crossbite can be related to oropharyngeal morphology.
View article: A simplified CAD/CAM extraoral surgical guide for therapeutic injections
A simplified CAD/CAM extraoral surgical guide for therapeutic injections Open
Therapeutic injections into the craniofacial region can be a complex procedure because of the nature of its anatomical structure. This technical note demonstrates a process for creating an extra-oral template to inject therapeutic substanc…
View article: Fall of amalgam restoration: a 10‐year analysis of an Australian university dental clinic
Fall of amalgam restoration: a 10‐year analysis of an Australian university dental clinic Open
Background The use of amalgam in Dentistry has decreased since the 1980s. This study aimed to (i) assess the time trend in the usage of amalgam and composite in posterior teeth at Griffith University Dental Clinic from 2010 to 2019; (ii) t…
View article: Positioning accuracy assessment of minimally invasive percutaneous injection techniques for the treatment of temporomandibular disorders
Positioning accuracy assessment of minimally invasive percutaneous injection techniques for the treatment of temporomandibular disorders Open
Objective: The aim of the present study was to evaluate the accuracy of an extraoral CBCT-planned 3D-printed surgical guide aimed to percutaneous injection of substances into the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and the lateral pterygoid musc…
View article: COVID-19-related challenges in dental education: experiences from Australia, Brazil, and the USA
COVID-19-related challenges in dental education: experiences from Australia, Brazil, and the USA Open
Aim: To describe the management of dental education in three dental schools during the COVID-19 crisis. Methods: Adopted strategies in the Federal University of Paraíba (UFPB), Brazil, University of Pittsburgh (UP), USA, and Griffith Unive…
View article: COVID-19-Related Challenges in Dental Education: Experiences From Brazil, the USA, and Australia
COVID-19-Related Challenges in Dental Education: Experiences From Brazil, the USA, and Australia Open
Objective: To describe and compare how three dental schools from different countries (Australia, Brazil, and the USA) have managed experiences in dental education during the COVID-19 crisis. Material and Methods: It is a descriptive study …
View article: Surgical management of a large radicular cyst using modified guided tissue regeneration techniques: a case report with 4 years follow‐up
Surgical management of a large radicular cyst using modified guided tissue regeneration techniques: a case report with 4 years follow‐up Open
This case report discusses the management of a large radicular cyst using current periapical surgery techniques associated with the use of modified guided tissue regeneration (GTR) techniques. The cyst involved several anterior teeth and m…