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View article: Editorial: Use of teledentistry and artificial intelligence to enhance dental care for vulnerable populations
Editorial: Use of teledentistry and artificial intelligence to enhance dental care for vulnerable populations Open
View article: Electronic Health Records in Dentistry: Relevance, Challenges and Policy Directions
Electronic Health Records in Dentistry: Relevance, Challenges and Policy Directions Open
Electronic health records (EHRs) have helped to transform modern healthcare by enabling structured, interoperable, and patient-centred information systems that connect providers, support research, and empower patients. Dentistry, however, …
View article: Transforming Dental Education: Global Insights On Haptic Vr Challenges
Transforming Dental Education: Global Insights On Haptic Vr Challenges Open
Aim or purpose: To assess dental educators' perceptions and needs regarding VR-haptics in dental education and gather suggestions for system improvements. Materials and methods: The VR-Haptic Thinkers Consortium conducted a global cross-se…
View article: Shaping the Future of Dentistry: How Digital VR-Haptic Thinkers Are Revolutionizing Education by Thinking Big for Better Future in Oral Care
Shaping the Future of Dentistry: How Digital VR-Haptic Thinkers Are Revolutionizing Education by Thinking Big for Better Future in Oral Care Open
Integrating digital, virtual reality (VR), and haptic technologies into dental education transforms training by fostering immersive, student-centered environments. These tools bridge theoretical knowledge and clinical practice, enhancing p…
View article: Optimizing Preclinical Skill Assessment for Handpiece-Naïve Students: A Strategic Approach
Optimizing Preclinical Skill Assessment for Handpiece-Naïve Students: A Strategic Approach Open
Background: Preclinical dental training requires simulation-based tools to develop fine motor skills, but traditional models like plastic teeth often lack realistic tactile feedback, and systematic evaluations of multi-layered drilling pla…
View article: Artificial Intelligence in Detecting Periodontal Disease From Intraoral Photographs: A Systematic Review
Artificial Intelligence in Detecting Periodontal Disease From Intraoral Photographs: A Systematic Review Open
View article: Characteristics, licensing, and ethical considerations of openly accessible oral-maxillofacial imaging datasets: a systematic review
Characteristics, licensing, and ethical considerations of openly accessible oral-maxillofacial imaging datasets: a systematic review Open
View article: Accuracy of near-infrared reflection in detecting proximal caries: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Accuracy of near-infrared reflection in detecting proximal caries: a systematic review and meta-analysis Open
NIRR is a novel technology for caries detection. This study provides valuable information to researchers and clinicians who are interested in using this technology for caries detection.
View article: Evaluation of Chatbot Responses to Text-Based Multiple-Choice Questions in Prosthodontic and Restorative Dentistry
Evaluation of Chatbot Responses to Text-Based Multiple-Choice Questions in Prosthodontic and Restorative Dentistry Open
Background/Objectives: This study aims to evaluate the response accuracy and quality of three AI chatbots—GPT-4.0, Claude-2, and Llama-2—in answering multiple-choice questions in prosthodontic and restorative dentistry. Methods: A total of…
View article: The oral microbiome of root caries: A scoping review
The oral microbiome of root caries: A scoping review Open
This review provides valuable insights into root caries' microbial landscape, potentially guiding future preventative and therapeutic strategies.
View article: Insights from the global education survey on the use of VR-haptics in dental education
Insights from the global education survey on the use of VR-haptics in dental education Open
Background Haptics-enhanced virtual reality (VR-haptics), a supplementary tool for traditional oral health training, shows promise in enhancing knowledge acquisition, manual dexterity, performance, and student well-being. Aim The aim of th…
View article: Accuracy of clinical photography for the detection of dental caries: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Accuracy of clinical photography for the detection of dental caries: A systematic review and meta-analysis Open
Clinical photography is useful for dental caries detection and can facilitate clinical decision-making.
View article: Dimensional accuracy of additive and subtractive manufactured ceramic-reinforced hybrid composite inlays: a CBCT-based in vitro study
Dimensional accuracy of additive and subtractive manufactured ceramic-reinforced hybrid composite inlays: a CBCT-based in vitro study Open
The dimensional accuracy of digitally processed inlays is often questioned because of inherent manufacturing inconsistencies associated with computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM). This study aimed to compare the absolute margin…
View article: External Validation of an AI mHealth Tool for Gingivitis Detection among Older Adults at Daycare Centers: A Pilot Study
External Validation of an AI mHealth Tool for Gingivitis Detection among Older Adults at Daycare Centers: A Pilot Study Open
View article: Single-Double-Single Barrel (1-2-1) Fibula Free Flap Design for Functional and Aesthetic Brown Class III Mandibular Reconstruction
Single-Double-Single Barrel (1-2-1) Fibula Free Flap Design for Functional and Aesthetic Brown Class III Mandibular Reconstruction Open
Summary: This novel hybrid single-double-single barrel (1-2-1) design for fibula free flap reconstruction addresses the unique challenges presented by Brown class III mandibular defects, which involve long-span defects at both bodies of th…
View article: The use of artificial intelligence in predicting maximal intercuspal position: A feasibility study
The use of artificial intelligence in predicting maximal intercuspal position: A feasibility study Open
The AI-predicted maxillomandibular relationship for maxillary and mandibular teeth scans shows discrepancies of less than 1.3 mm and 1.5° compared to the actual relationships.
View article: Preventing dentin erosion with silver diamine fluoride and salivary pellicle: an in vitro study
Preventing dentin erosion with silver diamine fluoride and salivary pellicle: an in vitro study Open
View article: Updates on Caries Risk Assessment—A Literature Review
Updates on Caries Risk Assessment—A Literature Review Open
This narrative review aims to provide an update on caries risk assessment (CRA) and the available CRA tools. CRA can be used to monitor the status of oral care, as well as for documentation and research purposes. Caries risk is determined …
View article: Global Research Trends in the Detection and Diagnosis of Dental Caries: A Bibliometric Analysis
Global Research Trends in the Detection and Diagnosis of Dental Caries: A Bibliometric Analysis Open
View article: Updates on the clinical application of glass ionomer cement in restorative and preventive dentistry
Updates on the clinical application of glass ionomer cement in restorative and preventive dentistry Open
The World Health Organization (WHO) has added glass ionomer cement (GIC) to the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines since 2021, which represents the most efficacious, safe and cost-effective medicines for priority conditions. With the po…
View article: Posterior two-unit cantilevered zirconia resin-bonded fixed partial dentures: A 3-year prospective single-arm clinical trial
Posterior two-unit cantilevered zirconia resin-bonded fixed partial dentures: A 3-year prospective single-arm clinical trial Open
Cantilevered zirconia RBFPDs for posterior teeth can serve as a conservative treatment option that is both aesthetically pleasing and biocompatible. It offers a more cost-effective alternative compared to dental implants, which are often p…
View article: Response to Generative AI in Dental Licensing Examinations: Comment
Response to Generative AI in Dental Licensing Examinations: Comment Open
View article: Performance of Generative Artificial Intelligence in Dental Licensing Examinations
Performance of Generative Artificial Intelligence in Dental Licensing Examinations Open
View article: Use of Digital Diagnostic Aids for Initial Caries Detection: A Review
Use of Digital Diagnostic Aids for Initial Caries Detection: A Review Open
The advance in digital diagnostic technologies has significantly facilitated the detection of dental caries. Despite the increase in clinically available digital diagnostic aids for dental caries, there is yet to be a comprehensive summary…
View article: Which clinical and laboratory procedures should be used to fabricate digital complete dentures? A systematic review
Which clinical and laboratory procedures should be used to fabricate digital complete dentures? A systematic review Open
Making a border-molded impression is still preferred for better retention, and trial denture placement is still recommended to optimize the fabrication of definitive digital complete dentures.
View article: Three-dimensional assessment of facial asymmetry in class III subjects, part 2: evaluating asymmetry index and asymmetry scores
Three-dimensional assessment of facial asymmetry in class III subjects, part 2: evaluating asymmetry index and asymmetry scores Open
View article: A Systematic Review of the Use of mHealth in Oral Health Education among Older Adults
A Systematic Review of the Use of mHealth in Oral Health Education among Older Adults Open
Oral diseases are largely preventable. However, as the number of older adults is expected to increase, along with the high cost and various barriers to seeking continuous professional care, a sustainable approach is needed to assist older …
View article: Denture Plaque Biofilm Visual Assessment Methods: A Systematic Review
Denture Plaque Biofilm Visual Assessment Methods: A Systematic Review Open
Denture plaque, a biofilm that develops on denture surfaces, could contribute to many oral and systemic afflictions. Hence, a quantitative assessment of denture plaque is important to evaluate the denture hygiene of denture wearers, partic…
View article: Teledentistry from research to practice: a tale of nineteen countries
Teledentistry from research to practice: a tale of nineteen countries Open
Aim The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated teledentistry research with great interest reflected in the increasing number of publications. In many countries, teledentistry programs were established although not much is known about the extent…
View article: Accuracy of Artificial Intelligence-Based Photographic Detection of Gingivitis
Accuracy of Artificial Intelligence-Based Photographic Detection of Gingivitis Open