Research Papers
Favorable Outcome Perception in Facial Selective Neurectomy.
Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery : official journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery • 2024 • Vol. 170 (4)
OBJECTIVE: Facial selective neurectomy (SN) improves facial function by denervation of muscles antagonistic to the smile in nonflaccid facial paralysis (NFFP) patients. This study aims to assess whet…
Flynn, J; Hadlock, T; Kaufman Goldberg, T
Texture analysis using short-tau inversion recovery magnetic resonance images to differentiate squamous cell carcinoma of the gingiva from medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw.
Oral radiology • 2024 • Vol. 40 (2)
OBJECTIVES: Despite the difficulty in distinguishing between squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) on the basis of medical imaging examinations, the tw…
Hirahara, N; Ito, K; Kaneda, T
Are orofacial pain and xerostomia associated with differences in diet, sensory perception, appetite and enjoyment of eating?-An explorative study.
Journal of oral rehabilitation • 2024 • Vol. 51 (4)
BACKGROUND: Orofacial function is believed to influence an individual's diet. knowledge on appetite and enjoyment of eating in orofacially impaired individuals is scarce. OBJECTIVE: We aimed to explo…
Andersen, B; Baad-Hansen, L; Bendixen, K
A method for Porphyromonas gingivalis based on recombinase polymerase amplification and lateral flow strip technology.
Analytical biochemistry • 2024 • Vol. 687
OBJECTIVE: A practical visual detection method was established to detect Porphyromonas gingivalis (P. gingivalis) by employing a combination of recombinase polymerase amplification and lateral flow s…
Cheng, R; Hu, T; Jiang, R
Effects of amoxicillin and metronidazole as an adjunct to scaling and root planing on glycemic control in patients with periodontitis and type 2 diabetes: A short-term randomized controlled trial.
Journal of periodontal research • 2024 • Vol. 59 (2)
OBJECTIVE: To assess the effects of amoxicillin and metronidazole with scaling and root planing (SRP) on periodontal parameters and glycemic control in patients with severe periodontitis and diabetes…
Huo, P; Jin, D; Lu, H
Influence of orthodontic bracket prescription on smile attractiveness in patients with different sagittal skeletal patterns: A 3-dimensional cross-sectional study.
American journal of orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics : official publication of the American Association of Orthodontists, its constituent societies, and the American Board of Orthodontics • 2024 • Vol. 165 (4)
INTRODUCTION: The objective of this study was to evaluate the influence of orthodontic bracket prescription on smile attractiveness. METHODS: Three women were chosen according to their sagittal skele…
Aboujaoude, R; Akl, R; Kassis, A
Phantom study for CT artifacts of dental titanium implants and zirconia upper structures: the effects of occlusal plane angle setting and SEMAR algorithm.
Oral radiology • 2024 • Vol. 40 (2)
OBJECTIVES: The single-energy metal artifact reduction (SEMAR) algorithm effectively reduces metal artifacts in computed tomography (CT). The study aimed to evaluate the effect of the occlusal plane …
Izumi, M; Kitami, R; Kozai, Y
Performance of key physical tests for temporomandibular disorder via telehealth: Establishing validity and reliability.
Journal of oral rehabilitation • 2024 • Vol. 51 (4)
BACKGROUND: During the COVID-19 pandemic, many individuals sought healthcare virtually. Physiotherapy is integral in managing temporomandibular disorders (TMDs); therefore, establishing how key physi…
Cottrell, M; Hartono, J; Russell, T
Accuracy of computer-assisted design and manufactured three-dimensional device for condylar positioning in mandibular bilateral sagittal split osteotomy (clinical trial).
Oral surgery, oral medicine, oral pathology and oral radiology • 2024 • Vol. 137 (4)
INTRODUCTION: Aligning dental arches in orthognathic treatment after undergoing LeFort I osteotomy or bilateral sagittal split osteotomy (BSSO) relies on occlusal splints, which do not provide precis…
Habib, A; Sharara, A; Swidan, A
NLRP3-mediated periodontal ligament cell pyroptosis promotes root resorption.
Journal of clinical periodontology • 2024 • Vol. 51 (4)
AIM: To investigate the mechanisms by which periodontal ligament cells (PDLCs) convert biomechanical stimulation into inflammatory microenvironment inducing root resorption (RR). MATERIALS AND METHOD…
Chen, S; Chen, X; He, S
Thirteen-gene DNA methylation analysis of oral brushing samples: A potential surveillance tool for periodic monitoring of treated patients with oral cancer.
Head & neck • 2024 • Vol. 46 (4)
BACKGROUND: We evaluated the prognostic role of 13-gene DNA methylation analysis by oral brushing repeatedly performed during the follow-up of patients surgically treated for oral cancer. METHODS: Th…
Balbi, T; Foschini, M; Gabusi, A
Biomimetic Self-Maturation Mineralization System for Enamel Repair.
Advanced materials (Deerfield Beach, Fla.) • 2024 • Vol. 36 (16)
Enamel repair is crucial for restoring tooth function and halting dental caries. However, contemporary research often overlooks the retention of organic residues within the repair layer, which hinder…
Hao, D; Lei, C; Ma, Y
Clinical outcomes following a combined vertical and horizontal alveolar ridge augmentation and two-stage implant placement using either autogenous tooth roots or autogenous bone blocks.
Clinical implant dentistry and related research • 2024 • Vol. 26 (2)
AIM: To assess and compare the short-term clinical outcomes following a combined vertical and horizontal alveolar ridge augmentation and two-stage implant placement using either autogenous tooth root…
Mayer, S; Obreja, K; Parvini, P
Clinical characteristics and prognostic factors in nasopharyngeal carcinoma with brain metastasis: A retrospective, single-center study.
Head & neck • 2024 • Vol. 46 (4)
BACKGROUND: Brain metastasis is rare in nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC), with only anecdotal cases reported. Conducting a systematic study is crucial for improving the management of these patients. MA…
Han, F; He, Q; Huang, N
Overall survival, disease-free survival and quality of life in patients affected by HPV mediated p16+ oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma treated with upfront trans-oral robotic surgery vs radiotherapy or chemoradiotherapy.
European archives of oto-rhino-laryngology : official journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery • 2024 • Vol. 281 (4)
PURPOSE: Treatment de-intensification for p16 + oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (OPSCC) is an area of active research to reduce the side effects and improve patients' quality of life (QoL). In …
Amato, F; Berrettini, S; Bruschini, L
Upper gastrointestinal involvement of Behcet's disease in Japan: endoscopic findings and clinical features.
Journal of gastroenterology and hepatology • 2024 • Vol. 39 (4)
AIM: Behcet's disease (BD) can involve any gastrointestinal (GI) tract site. We analyzed the characteristics, risk factors, and treatment responses to upper GI (UGI) involvement in patients with BD. …
Arai, J; Fujio, K; Fujishiro, M
Comparison of preformed microcuff and preformed uncuffed endotracheal tubes in pediatric cleft palate surgery-A randomized controlled trial.
Paediatric anaesthesia • 2024 • Vol. 34 (4)
BACKGROUND AND AIMS: Airway management in children with oral cleft surgery carries unique challenges, concerning the proximity of the surgical site and the tracheal tube. We hypothesized that using a…
Badhe, A; Kamaladevi, R; Mishra, S
Programmable Electro-Assembly of Collagen: Constructing Porous Janus Films with Customized Dual Signals for Immunomodulation and Tissue Regeneration in Periodontitis Treatment.
Advanced science (Weinheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany) • 2024 • Vol. 11 (13)
Currently available guided bone regeneration (GBR) films lack active immunomodulation and sufficient osteogenic ability- in the treatment of periodontitis, leading to unsatisfactory treatment outcome…
Chang, R; Lei, M; Liu, C
Semilicoisoflavone B induces oral cancer cell apoptosis by targeting claspin and ATR-Chk1 signaling pathways.
Environmental toxicology • 2024 • Vol. 39 (4)
The prevalence of oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is increasing worldwide mainly due to poor oral hygiene and unrestricted lifestyle. Advanced-stage OSCC is associated with poor prognosis and a 5…
Chen, M; Chuang, Y; Ho, H
Dental student application of artificial intelligence technology in detecting proximal caries lesions.
Journal of dental education • 2024 • Vol. 88 (4)
OBJECTIVES: This study aimed to investigate the caries diagnosis performances of dental students after training with an artificial intelligence (AI) application utilizing deep learning techniques, a …
Ayan, E; Ayhan, B; Bayraktar, Y