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The prevalence of gingivitis and related risk factors in schoolchildren aged 6–12 years old
This study investigates gingivitis prevalence, severity, and risk factors in children aged 6–12 in Jinzhou, China, highlighting the association with dental plaque, calculus, and poor oral health behaviours.
Keywords: Gingivitis, calculus, risk factors, oral prevention, children.
Category: Dentist
The radiological and histological investigation of the dental follicle of asymptomatic impacted mandibular third molars
This study examines dental follicles of asymptomatic impacted mandibular third molars, revealing a high incidence of inflammation and recommending extraction, especially for teeth with 2–3 mm follicle width on radiological analysis. Keywords: Third molars, tooth extraction, cone beam computed tom…
Category: Dentist
Biofilm elimination from infected root canals using four different single files
This study evaluated four endodontic file systems against E. faecalis biofilms in root canals, finding that XP-endo Shaper, Hyflex EDM, and One Curve effectively reduced biofilm but couldn’t fully eliminate it. Keywords: Enterococcus faecalis biofilm, XP-endo shaper, Hyflex DEM, One curve
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The effect of using denture adhesives on patient satisfaction with complete dentures
This study tested three denture adhesives in 64 new denture wearers, finding all improved satisfaction and quality of life, especially comfort and retention, with adhesive strips being easier to clean. Keywords: Denture adhesive, complete edentulism, denture retention, patient satisfaction
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Experimental periodontitis induced hypoadiponectinemia by IRE1α-mediated endoplasmic reticulum stress in adipocytes
The article investigates how periodontitis-induced endoplasmic reticulum stress (ERS) affects hypoadiponectinemia in visceral adipocytes, revealing increased ERS protein expression and decreased adiponectin levels, with IRE1α as a key regulatory factor. Keywords: Periodontitis, endoplasmic reticul…
Category: Dentist
The associations of dental aesthetics, oral health-related quality of life and satisfaction with aesthetics in an adult population
To explore and inform readers about the gender-specific relationships between dental aesthetics, oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL), and satisfaction with dental aesthetics in adults. It aims to provide insights into how dental aesthetics impact psychological well-being and highlight the …
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Heritability of dental arches and occlusal characteristics
The article reviews the heritability of dental arches and occlusal parameters, finding high heritability for dental arch dimensions and moderate to low heritability for occlusal parameters, though evidence certainty is low. Keywords: dental arch, dental occlusion, genetics, heritability, malocclusi…
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Personalized dental medicine, artificial intelligence, and their relevance for dentomaxillofacial imaging
The article discusses the potential of AI in personalized dental medicine, emphasizing its role in diagnostics and treatment planning. It highlights the need for further studies on AI's impact on outcomes and cost-effectiveness. Keywords: personalized medicine, artificial intelligence, deep learnin…
Category: Dentist
Restoration of endodontically treated teeth
Post-endodontic restorative treatments – biomechanical principles and restorative decision-making
Keywords: Endodontically treated teeth, dental restoration failure, post-and-core technique, intra-radicular post, core build-up, ferrule effect, biomechanical principles
Category: Dentist
Dental procedures and pain management
A review of pain management techniques pre-, peri- and post-operatively to dental procedures and trauma
Keywords: Local anaesthetics, opioids, NSAIDs
Category: Dentist