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View article: Management of Enterococcus faecalis associated endodontic infection using gold nanogel: An in-vitro study
Management of Enterococcus faecalis associated endodontic infection using gold nanogel: An in-vitro study Open
This study evaluates the antimicrobial efficacy of gold nanogel as an endodontic medicament against Enterococcus faecalis in persistent root canal infections. It investigates whether gold nanogel can serve as an effective and biocompatible…
View article: Current and future trends in the teaching of direct posterior composites restorations at dental schools in Canada: A cross-sectional study
Current and future trends in the teaching of direct posterior composites restorations at dental schools in Canada: A cross-sectional study Open
Graduates from dental schools in Canada may be found to be well equipped with the knowledge and skills to perform posterior composite restorations in clinical practice. However, marked variation exists in the teaching between dental school…
View article: Teaching repair versus replacement of direct composite resin restorations: A cross-sectional study across dental schools in Malaysia
Teaching repair versus replacement of direct composite resin restorations: A cross-sectional study across dental schools in Malaysia Open
With all undergraduate dental students being taught the use of DCR repairs, the percentage of defective DCRs in Malaysia managed by means of a repair may be anticipated to increase in years to come. The cumulative effects of this increase …
View article: Antibacterial Efficacy of Graphene Nanoparticles against Enterococcus faecalis: In Vitro Study
Antibacterial Efficacy of Graphene Nanoparticles against Enterococcus faecalis: In Vitro Study Open
Objective(s) This study compared the antimicrobial efficacy of nanographene (NG) particles with chlorhexidine (CHX) and calcium hydroxide (Ca(OH)2) against Enterococcus faecalis. Materials and Methods Forty extracted human mandibular premo…
View article: A Novel Coated Suture Displays Antimicrobial Activity Without Compromising Structural Properties
A Novel Coated Suture Displays Antimicrobial Activity Without Compromising Structural Properties Open
QAS coating conferred antibacterial action properties without compromising the physical and mechanical properties of the suture.
View article: Comparison of Digital Interactive Case-Based Educational Resource with Virtual Role Play in Dental Undergraduates in Clinical Oral Medicine/Oral Pathology Education
Comparison of Digital Interactive Case-Based Educational Resource with Virtual Role Play in Dental Undergraduates in Clinical Oral Medicine/Oral Pathology Education Open
Case-based learning has always been a key element of dental education and the incorporation of technology into the concept became increasingly important during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of a virtu…
View article: Sealants for preventing dental caries in primary teeth
Sealants for preventing dental caries in primary teeth Open
The certainty of the evidence for the comparisons and outcomes in this review was low or very low, reflecting the fragility and uncertainty of the evidence base. The volume of evidence for this review was limited, which typically included …
View article: Clinical and cytological findings in oral cavity of young shisha smokers and non-smokers – a comparative study
Clinical and cytological findings in oral cavity of young shisha smokers and non-smokers – a comparative study Open
Introduction: Shisha, a form of smoking tobacco is known to be detrimental to oral health. Yet, the effects of shisha on oral health is not well documented. Hence, this study was undertaken to compare the clinical and cytological findings …
View article: Antibacterial and antibiofilm efficacy of k21-E in root canal disinfection
Antibacterial and antibiofilm efficacy of k21-E in root canal disinfection Open
Objectives: The aim of the current project was to study the antimicrobial efficacy of a newly developed irrigant, k21/E against E. faecalis biofilm. Methods: Root canals were instrumented and randomly divided into the following groups: irr…
View article: Current and future trends in the teaching of direct posterior resin composites in Malaysian dental schools: a cross-sectional study
Current and future trends in the teaching of direct posterior resin composites in Malaysian dental schools: a cross-sectional study Open
Notwithstanding the increase in the teaching of posterior composites there is a pressing need to update and refine clinical guidelines for the teaching of posterior composites globally.
View article: The impetus to interactive learning: Whiteboarding for online dental education in COVID‐19
The impetus to interactive learning: Whiteboarding for online dental education in COVID‐19 Open
Education worldwide saw an overnight transition from on-site classes to e-learning to facilitate the "new normal" during the COVID-19 pandemic, which involves advanced technologies.1 Blended learning in dental education uses online tools a…
View article: Role of Computer Technology in Changing Smile
Role of Computer Technology in Changing Smile Open
In the ever changing complex society, where success has become a mantra for both young and old, facial appearance that includes smile, plays a pivotal role. Among many attractive components in a person's face, smile reflects the persona of…
View article: Assessment of antimicrobial activity of different concentrations of Tinospora cordifolia against Streptococcus mutans: An in vitro study
Assessment of antimicrobial activity of different concentrations of Tinospora cordifolia against Streptococcus mutans: An in vitro study Open
Tinospora exhibited antimicrobial activity against S. mutans. However, it needs to be confirmed further with in vivo studies.
View article: Sealants for preventing dental caries in primary teeth
Sealants for preventing dental caries in primary teeth Open
This is a protocol for a Cochrane Review (Intervention). The objectives are as follows:
View article: Root Coverage of Class III Recession using Free Gingival Graft using Novel Root Coverage Esthetic Score
Root Coverage of Class III Recession using Free Gingival Graft using Novel Root Coverage Esthetic Score Open
A variety of regenerative procedures has been used for the correction of gingival recession defects. However, root coverage can be quite challenging in cases of deep and wide Miller’s class III recession defects. Free Gingival Graft (FGG) …
View article: Root coverage of a wide anterior mucogingival defect with epithelial embossed connective tissue graft and its evaluation using root coverage esthetic scores
Root coverage of a wide anterior mucogingival defect with epithelial embossed connective tissue graft and its evaluation using root coverage esthetic scores Open
New and innovative surgical techniques are necessary to help the clinician ensure the best results and satisfy patient's expectations. One such periodontal problem that has been challenging to the dental practitioners and impacts the oral …