Research Papers
Potential of Acacia Extract as a Collagen Crosslinker and Stabilizer of the Resin-dentin Interface.
Operative dentistry • 2025 • Vol. 50 (2)
The aim of this study was to investigate whether different concentrations of acacia extract could improve the biological stability of dentin collagen. Slice (n=3) and beam (n=5) samples of dentin obt…
Bittencourt, H; Burnett, L; Marcondes, M
Combined Orthodontic, Orthognathic Surgical, and Prosthodontic Treatment for Severe Class III Malocclusion Using Digital Workflows.
Operative dentistry • 2025 • Vol. 50 (2)
The patient underwent combined orthodonticorthognathic surgical treatment due to her skeletal Class III malocclusion. In the first phase, orthodontic decompensation was performed with maxillary and m…
Bogdan, S; Geczi, Z; HERMANN, P
Skeletal and dental changes after bone-borne versus tooth-borne surgically assisted rapid palatal expansion in subjects with maxillary transverse deficiency: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Dental and medical problems • 2025 • Vol. 62 (2)
The objective of the study was to determine the difference in skeletal and dental effects of bone-borne (BB) versus tooth-borne (TB) surgically assisted rapid palatal expansion (SARPE) in subjects wi…
Fida, M; Idrees, W; Kanwal, L
Is malocclusion a risk factor for obstructive sleep apnea and temporomandibular disorders? An orthodontic point of view.
Dental and medical problems • 2025 • Vol. 62 (2)
There is a strong connection between malocclusion and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
Paradowska-Stolarz, A
High-Power Laser Treatment for Oral Leukoplakia in Fanconi Anemia: A Case Series Report.
Special care in dentistry : official publication of the American Association of Hospital Dentists, the Academy of Dentistry for the Handicapped, and the American Society for Geriatric Dentistry • 2025 • Vol. 45 (2)
INTRODUCTION: Fanconi Anemia (FA) is a rare genetic disorder with high susceptibility to oral squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). Oral leukoplakia (OL) is frequent in FA patients and lacks a defined treat…
Pereira, H; Schussel, J; Torres-Pereira, C
Periodontal condition and quality of life in patients with controlled chronic systemic diseases: A cross-sectional study.
Dental and medical problems • 2025 • Vol. 62 (2)
BACKGROUND: Chronic systemic diseases and periodontal diseases have an impact on an individual's quality of life. Both conditions exacerbate an individual's health status. OBJECTIVES: The aim of the …
Arcaro, G; Cruz, K; da Rosa, F
Influence of the pharmacotherapy of general diseases on the severity of symptoms of temporomandibular disorders.
Dental and medical problems • 2025 • Vol. 62 (2)
BACKGROUND: Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) constitute a heterogeneous group of conditions affecting the temporomandibular joints (TMJs) and the surrounding tissues. The etiology of these anomalies…
Grad, K; Kazibudzka, Z; Pihut, M
Indications for antibiotic prophylaxis, and algorithms for dental management after open and endovascular surgery in patients with aortic diseases.
Dental and medical problems • 2025 • Vol. 62 (2)
As the population of patients with aortic prostheses continues to grow, it becomes increasingly vital to implement comprehensive and rigorous protocols for antibiotic prophylaxis during dental proced…
Kazelka, M; Kuczmik, W; Levin, M
Revisiting and rethinking on staging (severity and complexity) periodontitis from the new classification system: A critical review with suggestions for adjustments and a proposal of a new flowchart.
Dental and medical problems • 2025 • Vol. 62 (2)
This critical review revisited the new classification system for periodontitis, specifically for staging, suggesting modifications and introducing a new flowchart for a better clinical evaluation. It…
Fernandes, G; Fernandes, J
Full-coverage Porcelain-fused-to-metal Crown with Guided Access for Future Endodontic Treatment: A Comparative Pilot In Vitro Study.
The journal of contemporary dental practice • 2025 • Vol. 26 (3)
AIM: This pilot study introduces a novel design concept for full-coverage porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) crowns, incorporating guided access features to facilitate future endodontic treatment and ove…
Abu-Melha, A; Adawi, H; Bakri, R
Monitoring Patient Anxiety, Pain, and Physiological Responses during Root Canal Treatment: An Observational Study.
The journal of contemporary dental practice • 2025 • Vol. 26 (3)
AIM: This study aimed to assess physiological changes [heart rate (HR) and oxygen saturation (SpO(2))] and pain perception in patients undergoing single-visit root canal treatment (RCT) and examine c…
Bharti, R; Jasrasaria, N; Pandey, P
The Role of Periodontitis in Increasing Cognitive Decline in Alzheimer's Disease.
The journal of contemporary dental practice • 2025 • Vol. 26 (3)
AIM AND BACKGROUND: Periodontal disease (PD), a chronic inflammatory disease of the gums, is characterized by periodontal pocket formation, bone resorption, and disruption of oral tissue integrity. T…
Freitas, C; Klonaris, N; Murcia, J
The role of anti-inflammatory drugs in pain management and osseointegration after orthodontic micro implant brace surgery.
Pakistan journal of pharmaceutical sciences • 2025 • Vol. 38 (2)
This study systematically compared the efficacy of four nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) including a placebo, ibuprofen, diclofenac potassium, and rofecoxib-in managing postoperative pai…
Li, Q
Assessment of Efficacy of Implant Screwdrivers' During Multiple Tightening/ Untightening Cycles. An in vitro Study.
The European journal of prosthodontics and restorative dentistry • 2025 • Vol. 33 (1)
INTRODUCTION: It is unclear the number of times a screwdriver may be reused without loosening its efficacy or inducing damage to implant screws while keeping appropriate torque values. OBJECTIVE: Eva…
Alves, N; Batista, R; Figueiral, M
Performance of Fiberglass Posts Versus Fiber- Reinforced Resin Composites in Endodontically Treated Anterior Teeth Without Ferrule: A Systematic Review.
The European journal of prosthodontics and restorative dentistry • 2025 • Vol. 33 (1)
OBJECTIVE: To perform a systematic review of in vitro studies examining endodontically treated anterior teeth restored with fiberglass posts versus composite posts reinforced with: polyethylene fiber…
Brito Bojorque, D; Calle Prado, J; Delgado Gaete, B
Accuracy of Intra-Oral Scanners for Full Crown Tooth Preparations with Subgingival Margins: A Systematic Review.
The European journal of prosthodontics and restorative dentistry • 2025 • Vol. 33 (1)
INTRODUCTION: The accuracy of intra-oral scanners (IOS) has not been thoroughly evaluated across all clinical scenarios, particularly in crown preparations with subgingival margins. OBJECTIVES: This …
Aarts, J; Andrade Villalobos, M; Bennani, V
Cement Thickness of CAD/ CAM Zirconia Laminate Veneers: Impact of Preparation Design.
The European journal of prosthodontics and restorative dentistry • 2025 • Vol. 33 (1)
INTRODUCTION: This study assessed cement thickness of three veneer preparation designs: feather edge, shoulder, and shoulder with wings. OBJECTIVES: The aim was to evaluate whether the modified shoul…
Aarts, J; Bennani, V; Veerasamy, A
Effect of Dentin- Pretreatment using Arginine, Polyamidoamine Dendrimer and their Combination on Bond Durability and Micromorphology.
The European journal of prosthodontics and restorative dentistry • 2025 • Vol. 33 (1)
Objectives To analyze the impact of dentin pretreatment using arginine (L.arg), amineterminated polyamidoamine dendrimer (PAMAM-NH2), and their combination on microtensile bond strength (muTBS) and r…
Aboelwafa, M; Elasser, D; Mohammed, N
3D quantification of metal-induced geometric distortions in MRI.
Scientific reports • 2025 • Vol. 15 (1)
The increasing number of patients with metal implants raises concerns about metal-induced geometric distortions (MD) in MR-guided treatments. This study proposes a method for three-dimensional quanti…
Bendszus, M; Breckwoldt, M; Heiland, S
Association between oral health and physio-cognitive decline syndrome of older adults in China and its sex differences: a cross-sectional study.
BMC geriatrics • 2025 • Vol. 25 (1)
BACKGROUND: Physio-Cognitive Decline Syndrome (PCDs) is characterized by the coexistence of MIND (mobility impairment, no disability) and CIND (cognitive impairment, no dementia), which predicts deme…
Al-Ghammari, A; Chen, S; Cui, Y