Rafael R. Moraes
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View article: Potential Antimicrobial Use of Cannabidiol in Dentistry: A Scoping Review
Potential Antimicrobial Use of Cannabidiol in Dentistry: A Scoping Review Open
Background/Objectives: The use of cannabidiol (CBD) as an antimicrobial and antifungal agent has gained interest in medicine, with studies suggesting potential against various microorganisms. However, its effectiveness against oral pathoge…
View article: Mapping tobacco use cessation counselling awareness in dental offices: a cross-country survey
Mapping tobacco use cessation counselling awareness in dental offices: a cross-country survey Open
The awareness of TUCC among dental care professionals was low in the survey sample. The results could contribute valuable insights for refining policies, educational strategies, and interventions aiming to improve TUCC awareness and traini…
View article: Exploring how surface treatments affect the bond stability of lithium disilicate ceramic to resin cement during try-in
Exploring how surface treatments affect the bond stability of lithium disilicate ceramic to resin cement during try-in Open
This study evaluated how different surface treatments affect the bond strength of resin cement to lithium disilicate ceramic subjected to try-in. Lithium disilicate (IPS e.max CAD) slices were randomly assigned to 5 experimental groups bas…
View article: Resin-based adhesives, composites, and luting agents: Investigation of article citations and altmetrics
Resin-based adhesives, composites, and luting agents: Investigation of article citations and altmetrics Open
In this study, citations, altmetric scores, and field-normalized impact of articles investigating resin-based adhesives, luting agents, or restorative composites were investigated. Articles published in 2019 on resin-based dental materials…
View article: Ceramic veneers failure: a repair and reintervention clinical report
Ceramic veneers failure: a repair and reintervention clinical report Open
Introduction and Objective: Although the use of ceramic veneers is widespread, their failures are seldom reported. When fractures do occur, they are often related to treatment planning. This case report describes a 6.5-year follow-up of a …
View article: Perceived impact of a one-week journalology training course on scientific reporting competencies: prospective survey
Perceived impact of a one-week journalology training course on scientific reporting competencies: prospective survey Open
INTRODUCTION: The debate on scientific research and reporting integrity issues in Brazil is incipient. Literature suggests that a journalology training course could help to improve the competencies of the participants. OBJECTIVE: To evalua…
View article: Prevalence of lectures about dental esthetics and female speakers in three Brazilian conferences
Prevalence of lectures about dental esthetics and female speakers in three Brazilian conferences Open
This study analyzed the prevalence of lectures involving esthetics in the scientific program of Brazilian dental conferences and the gender distribution of speakers. All lectures presented in three dental conferences (Bahia, São Paulo, and…
View article: Prevalence of lectures about dental esthetics and female speakers in three Brazilian conferences
Prevalence of lectures about dental esthetics and female speakers in three Brazilian conferences Open
This study analyzed the prevalence of lectures involving esthetics in the scientific program of Brazilian dental conferences and the gender distribution of speakers. All lectures presented in three dental conferences (Bahia, São Paulo, and…
View article: Resin Composites in Posterior Teeth: Clinical Performance and Direct Restorative Techniques
Resin Composites in Posterior Teeth: Clinical Performance and Direct Restorative Techniques Open
Resin composites are the most versatile restorative materials used in dentistry and the first choice for restoring posterior teeth. This article reviews aspects that influence the clinical performance of composite restorations and addresse…
View article: Cannabidiol in Dentistry: A Scoping Review
Cannabidiol in Dentistry: A Scoping Review Open
Cannabidiol (CBD) has been gaining increased attention in contemporary society but seems to have been little explored in dentistry. This scoping review mapped the scientific and technological scenarios related to the use of CBD in dentistr…
View article: Deterioration of anterior resin composite restorations in moderate to severe tooth wear patients: 3-year results
Deterioration of anterior resin composite restorations in moderate to severe tooth wear patients: 3-year results Open
Objectives Deterioration in anterior resin composite restorations placed in tooth wear patients was investigated after 36 months. Materials and methods Data collected prospectively for 47 participants of the Radboud Tooth Wear Project were…
View article: A multi-country survey on the impact of COVID-19 on dental practice and dentists’ feelings in Latin America
A multi-country survey on the impact of COVID-19 on dental practice and dentists’ feelings in Latin America Open
BackgroundThe COVID-19 pandemic has significantly influenced the routine of healthcare workers. This study investigated the impact of the pandemic on dental practice and dentists’ feelings in Latin America.Methods: A survey was conducted w…
View article: Effect of ultrasound on preheated resin composites used as ceramic luting agents
Effect of ultrasound on preheated resin composites used as ceramic luting agents Open
This study investigated the effect of ultrasound application when luting ceramic using two preheated composites that show distinct responses to preheating at 69°C: Filtek Z100 and Z350XT. RelyX Veneer was the control. Feldspar disks were l…
View article: Public’s perceptions on over-the-counter tooth whitening: a YouTube™ videos review and analysis
Public’s perceptions on over-the-counter tooth whitening: a YouTube™ videos review and analysis Open
This study aimed to explore the public's perception on the use of over-the-counter tooth whitening (OCTW) from the analysis of videos deposited in a social media service. A cross-sectional, qualitative, and quantitative study was developed…
View article: The Ability of Two Chewing Simulation Devices in Emulating the Clinical Deterioration of Anterior Composite Restorations in Severely Worn Teeth.
The Ability of Two Chewing Simulation Devices in Emulating the Clinical Deterioration of Anterior Composite Restorations in Severely Worn Teeth. Open
The Rub and Roll chewing device was able to emulate the clinical deterioration observed in anterior restorations in severe tooth-wear patients and thus may be used as an oral-cavity simulation method, contributing to translational research.
View article: COVID-19 incidence, severity, medication use, and vaccination among dentists: Staggering body of evidence obtained from a survey during the second wave in Brazil
COVID-19 incidence, severity, medication use, and vaccination among dentists: Staggering body of evidence obtained from a survey during the second wave in Brazil Open
This cross-sectional survey investigated the pandemic impact on dental practice in May 2021 (second wave in Brazil). COVID-19 incidence and severity among respondents, vaccination status, and level of confidence in vaccines were surveyed, …
View article: Email Vs. Instagram Recruitment Strategies For Online Survey Research
Email Vs. Instagram Recruitment Strategies For Online Survey Research Open
In this study, we describe a method for reaching a target population (i.e., dentists practicing in Brazil) to engage in survey research using traditional e-mail invites and recruitment campaigns created on Instagram. This study addresses m…
View article: COVID-19 incidence, severity, medication use, and vaccination among dentists: survey during the second wave in Brazil
COVID-19 incidence, severity, medication use, and vaccination among dentists: survey during the second wave in Brazil Open
Objective This cross-sectional study with dentists in Brazil assessed the COVID-19 incidence and severity, its vaccination status, and the level of confidence in vaccines in May 2021 (COVID-19 second wave). The medications used to prevent …
View article: Impact of COVID-19 on gender gap in dental publications: a retrospective cohort with three Brazilian journals
Impact of COVID-19 on gender gap in dental publications: a retrospective cohort with three Brazilian journals Open
This was a retrospective cohort study to investigate the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the gender gap in articles submitted to three international dental journals based in Brazil. All submissions performed to Brazilian Dental Journal, Bra…
View article: Charcoal-based dentifrices and powders: analyses of product labels, Instagram engagement, and altmetrics
Charcoal-based dentifrices and powders: analyses of product labels, Instagram engagement, and altmetrics Open
This study identified charcoal-based dentifrices and abrasive powders sold in Brazil and analyzed their label information. The products were searched in four online shopping platforms. The same products were searched on Instagram and their…
View article: Inorganic filler content of resin-based luting agents and the color of ceramic veneers
Inorganic filler content of resin-based luting agents and the color of ceramic veneers Open
The influence of inorganic filler content of resin-based luting agents (RBLAs) on color change (ΔE00), CIEL*a*b* (individual color coordinates), and translucency parameters (TP) of simulated ceramic laminate veneer (CLV) was investigated. …
View article: COVID-19 incidence, severity, medication use, and vaccination among dentists: survey during the second wave in Brazil
COVID-19 incidence, severity, medication use, and vaccination among dentists: survey during the second wave in Brazil Open
The results of this study show the high severity of the COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil and raised questions about the use of scientific evidence by dentists in their decision to use controversial substances.
View article: Impact of COVID-19 on gender gap in dental publications: a retrospective cohort with three Brazilian journals
Impact of COVID-19 on gender gap in dental publications: a retrospective cohort with three Brazilian journals Open
This was a retrospective cohort study to investigate the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the gender gap in articles submitted to three international dental journals based in Brazil. All submissions performed to Brazilian Dental Journal, Bra…
View article: Polywave And Monowave Light-Curing Units Effects On Polymerization Efficiency Of Different Photoinitiators
Polywave And Monowave Light-Curing Units Effects On Polymerization Efficiency Of Different Photoinitiators Open
Objective: of this study was to characterize and correlate the absorption spectra of three photoinitiators [camphorquinone (CQ), diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl) phosphine oxide (TPO) and phenylbis (2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)-phosphine oxide …
View article: A Multi-Country Survey on the Impact of COVID-19 on Dentists in Latin America
A Multi-Country Survey on the Impact of COVID-19 on Dentists in Latin America Open
Background: The COVID-19pandemic has significantly impacted the dental sector worldwide. Methods: The impact of the pandemic on dentistsfrom Latin America was investigated by an online survey with professionals working in 11 Spanish-speaki…