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View article: Competências digitais de docentes da área da saúde no ensino superior privado em Portugal
Competências digitais de docentes da área da saúde no ensino superior privado em Portugal Open
O reforço das competências digitais dos docentes do Ensino Superior é uma prioridade na Europa, especialmente em Portugal. Nesse contexto, investigadores da Universidade Aberta avaliaram as competências digitais dos professores de uma inst…
View article: CYTOTOXICITY OF ORTHODONTICS ALIGNERS: AN UMBRELLA REVIEW
CYTOTOXICITY OF ORTHODONTICS ALIGNERS: AN UMBRELLA REVIEW Open
It is not possible to affirm or refute the presence of estrogenic or cytotoxic effects or the leaching of monomers such as BPA. In the future, it is recommended that studies adopt a more detailed and prolonged analysis of BPA leaching and …
View article: Sympathetic neural overdrive, vascular dysfunction, and diminished exercise capacity in patients with long COVID-19: a long-term study of cardiovascular sequelae
Sympathetic neural overdrive, vascular dysfunction, and diminished exercise capacity in patients with long COVID-19: a long-term study of cardiovascular sequelae Open
Patients with long COVID, even 2 yr after SARS-CoV-2 infection, exhibited sympathetic neural overdrive, aortic stiffening, endothelial dysfunction, cardiac morphofunctional changes, diminished aerobic exercise capacity, increased circulati…
View article: Knowledge and perceptions of regional anesthesia and block room usage among orthopaedic surgeons and nurses
Knowledge and perceptions of regional anesthesia and block room usage among orthopaedic surgeons and nurses Open
Background: The performance of regional anesthesia (RA) in a block room (BR) may have an impact on the efficiency of the orthopaedics operating room (OR). The aim of this study was to understand the knowledge of healthcare professionals re…
View article: Anesthesia and Postoperative Analgesia for Cesarean Section: A Retrospective Observational Study
Anesthesia and Postoperative Analgesia for Cesarean Section: A Retrospective Observational Study Open
Objectives: The current state of the art for c-section anesthesia includes the use of regional anesthesia techniques because of their effectiveness, safety, and extended postoperative analgesia. This study aimed to analyze the anesthetic t…
View article: #119 Avaliação da densidade óssea em doentes com canino maxilar incluso: Estudo exploratório
#119 Avaliação da densidade óssea em doentes com canino maxilar incluso: Estudo exploratório Open
Objetivos: Este estudo pretendeu avaliar a densidade óssea em caninos maxilares inclusos comparativamente com caninos maxilares erupcionados, recorrendo à ortopantomografia. Métodos: Este estudo exploratório retrospetivo foi aprovado pela …
View article: #SPODF2024-R8 Tratamentos de superfície em microimplantes: Scoping review
#SPODF2024-R8 Tratamentos de superfície em microimplantes: Scoping review Open
Introdução: Os microimplantes são dispositivos que permitem ancoragem esquelética absoluta. A aplicação de microimplantes ortodônticos possui uma elevada taxa de insucesso (10-30%) comparativamente aos implantes dentários convencionais (10…
View article: #SPODF2024-R9 A cirurgia ortognática no tratamento da apneia obstrutiva do sono – Perspetiva do doente
#SPODF2024-R9 A cirurgia ortognática no tratamento da apneia obstrutiva do sono – Perspetiva do doente Open
Introdução: A apneia obstrutiva do sono (SAOS) é um distúrbio respiratório do sono caracterizado pela presença de um ou mais dos seguintes sintomas: fadiga, insónia, sonolência ou outros sintomas que alterem a qualidade de vida relacionada…
View article: The efficacy of acoustic indices for monitoring abundance and diversity in soil soundscapes
The efficacy of acoustic indices for monitoring abundance and diversity in soil soundscapes Open
Soil ecoacoustics is a rapidly emerging field heralded as a non-invasive method for monitoring soil fauna. Ecoacoustic analysis commonly uses acoustic indices to analyse soundscapes, linking them to ‘traditional’ biodiversity value metrics…
View article: Evaluation of quality of life after orthognathic surgery in obstructive sleep apnea syndrome: a systematic review
Evaluation of quality of life after orthognathic surgery in obstructive sleep apnea syndrome: a systematic review Open
Objectives To develop a systematic review of patient perspectives on the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) after undergoing orthognathic advancement surgery. Materials and Methods This systematic review adhered to the pr…
View article: Quality of Recovery in Pediatrics After Tonsillectomy Under Total Intravenous Anesthesia Versus Sevoflurane Anesthesia
Quality of Recovery in Pediatrics After Tonsillectomy Under Total Intravenous Anesthesia Versus Sevoflurane Anesthesia Open
Introduction: Inhalational anesthetics are often the first choice in pediatric anesthesia. However, the most recent literature demonstrates possible advantages of total intravenous anesthesia (TIVA). The goal of this study was to compare t…
View article: Patient's Perspective on Miniscrews During Orthodontic Treatment—A Systematic Review With Meta‐Analysis
Patient's Perspective on Miniscrews During Orthodontic Treatment—A Systematic Review With Meta‐Analysis Open
During orthodontic treatment, undesirable reciprocal forces are generated during tooth movement, which explains the use of anchorage strategies to minimise their harmful effects through intra and/or extraoral appliances. Miniscrews are int…
View article: Surface Treatment of Dental Mini-Sized Implants and Screws: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis
Surface Treatment of Dental Mini-Sized Implants and Screws: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis Open
Miniscrews are devices that allow for absolute skeletal anchorage. However, their use has a higher failure rate (10–30%) than dental implants (10%). To overcome these flaws, chemical and/or mechanical treatment of the surface of miniscrews…
View article: Patient-Reported Outcomes of Maxillomandibular Surgery for Obstructive Sleep Apnea Treatment: A Scoping Review
Patient-Reported Outcomes of Maxillomandibular Surgery for Obstructive Sleep Apnea Treatment: A Scoping Review Open
(1) Background: The present scoping review aims to scrutinize all existing patient-reported outcomes and assess the perspectives of obstructive sleep apnea patients after maxillomandibular surgery. (2) Methods: The review was carried out a…
View article: Online Group Consultation on Labor Analgesia for Pregnant Women: Is It Feasible?
Online Group Consultation on Labor Analgesia for Pregnant Women: Is It Feasible? Open
View article: Orthodontic Bracket Rebonding with and without Fluoride: A Pilot Study
Orthodontic Bracket Rebonding with and without Fluoride: A Pilot Study Open
Adhesion between orthodontic brackets and conditioned enamel surfaces is essential for treatment success with fixed appliances. During treatment, enamel demineralization lesions commonly appear although remineralization is possible through…
View article: Pharyngeal Obturator Prosthesis Ideal for Orthodontic Appliances: A Case Series
Pharyngeal Obturator Prosthesis Ideal for Orthodontic Appliances: A Case Series Open
(1) Background: Cleft lip and palate is the most common congenital malformation of the head and neck. After surgical closure, velopharyngeal dysfunction can arise, which has implications for phonation, sucking, swallowing, middle ear funct…
View article: Digital Competence of Higher Education Teachers at a Distance Learning University in Portugal
Digital Competence of Higher Education Teachers at a Distance Learning University in Portugal Open
The Digital Education Action Plan (2021–2027) launched by the European Commission aims to revolutionize education systems, prioritizing the development of a robust digital education ecosystem and the enhancement of teachers’ digital transf…
View article: Incidence of postoperative residual neuromuscular blockade − A multicenter, observational study in Portugal (INSPIRE 2)
Incidence of postoperative residual neuromuscular blockade − A multicenter, observational study in Portugal (INSPIRE 2) Open
Background: Although the use of neuromuscular blocking agents (NMBAs) optimizes surgical conditions and facilitates tracheal intubation, it can lead to residual neuromuscular blockade (RNMB), with postoperative complications. This study ai…
View article: Relapse after Orthodontic-Surgical Treatment: A Retrospective Longitudinal Study
Relapse after Orthodontic-Surgical Treatment: A Retrospective Longitudinal Study Open
Long-term stability is a crucial point in order to keep the patient’s aesthetic and functional balance. The aim of this study was to evaluate dental and skeletal relapse in patients who underwent orthodontic-surgical treatment. This retros…
View article: Bone Mineral Density through DEXA and CBCT: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis
Bone Mineral Density through DEXA and CBCT: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis Open
Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry is used to determine bone density in several pathologies, namely osteoporosis and fracture risk in post-menopausal women. The aim of this study was to identify, appraise and synthesize all available evidenc…
View article: Three-Dimensional Pulp Volume Analysis in Lip and Palate Cleft Population
Three-Dimensional Pulp Volume Analysis in Lip and Palate Cleft Population Open
Aim: Cleft lip and palate (CLP) patients have a greater predisposition to tooth malformation, which could affect pulp volume. The aim of this study is to evaluate the dental pulp volume of central incisors in 3D images between individuals …
View article: Three-Dimensional Impression of Biomaterials for Alveolar Graft: Scoping Review
Three-Dimensional Impression of Biomaterials for Alveolar Graft: Scoping Review Open
Craniofacial bone defects are one of the biggest clinical challenges in regenerative medicine, with secondary autologous bone grafting being the gold-standard technique. The development of new three-dimensional matrices intends to overcome…
View article: Realistic Facial Three-Dimensional Reconstruction from CT Images and 2D Photographic Images for Surgical-Orthognathic Planning
Realistic Facial Three-Dimensional Reconstruction from CT Images and 2D Photographic Images for Surgical-Orthognathic Planning Open
Orthognathic surgery is a procedure used to correct intermaxillary discrepancies, thus promoting significant improvements in chewing and breathing. During the surgical planning stage, orthodontists often use two-dimensional imaging techniq…
View article: #SPODF2022-10 Expansão rápida palatina assistida por micro-implantes: Revisão da literatura
#SPODF2022-10 Expansão rápida palatina assistida por micro-implantes: Revisão da literatura Open
View article: #SPODF2022-7 Utilização de lasers de alta frequência em ortodontia: Revisão da literatura
#SPODF2022-7 Utilização de lasers de alta frequência em ortodontia: Revisão da literatura Open
View article: #SPODF2022-5 Um novo design do aparelho obturador faríngeo
#SPODF2022-5 Um novo design do aparelho obturador faríngeo Open
View article: #SPODF2022-9 Revisão sistemática sobre os efeitos biológicos das resinas 3D utilizadas em Ortodontia
#SPODF2022-9 Revisão sistemática sobre os efeitos biológicos das resinas 3D utilizadas em Ortodontia Open
View article: #SPODF2021-3 Tratamento Ortodôntico-Cirúrgico na Classe III esquelética
#SPODF2021-3 Tratamento Ortodôntico-Cirúrgico na Classe III esquelética Open
View article: #SPODF2021-4 Preparação ortodôntica-cirúrgica de um doente parcialmente desdentado sem intercuspidação dentária
#SPODF2021-4 Preparação ortodôntica-cirúrgica de um doente parcialmente desdentado sem intercuspidação dentária Open