Research Papers
Update on the ophthalmic management of facial paralysis.
Survey of ophthalmology • 2019 • Vol. 64 (1)
Bell's palsy is the most common neurologic condition affecting the cranial nerves. Lagophthalmos, exposure keratopathy, and corneal ulceration are potential complications. In this review, we evaluate…
Fay, A; MacIntosh, P
The Effect of a Continuous Mechanical Polishing Protocol on Surface Roughness, Biofilm Adhesion, and Color Stability of Acrylic Resin Artificial Teeth.
Journal of prosthodontics : official journal of the American College of Prosthodontists • 2019 • Vol. 28 (1)
PURPOSE: Acrylic resin properties are susceptible to change over the duration of use, thereby decreasing prosthesis longevity. To make the material less susceptible to the action of external agents s…
Barreto, J; de Alencar-Silva, F; Oliveira, V
Micro-CT evaluation of marginal and internal fit of cemented polymer infiltrated ceramic network material crowns manufactured after conventional and digital impressions.
Journal of prosthodontic research • 2019 • Vol. 63 (1)
PURPOSE: Purpose of this study was to evaluate the accuracy of fit of cemented polymer infiltrated ceramic network (PICN) material crowns manufactured after digital and conventional impression techni…
Cvikl, B; Dauti, R; Heimel, P
3D printed replicas for endodontic education.
International endodontic journal • 2019 • Vol. 52 (1)
AIM: To assess the feasibility of producing artificial teeth for endodontic training using 3D printing technology, to analyse the accuracy of the printing process, and to evaluate the teeth by studen…
Diegritz, C; Fotiadou, C; Heck, K
Differential expression of alarmins: IL-33 as a candidate marker for early diagnosis of toxic epidermal necrolysis.
The journal of allergy and clinical immunology. In practice • 2019 • Vol. 7 (1)
Adachi, A; Kabashima, K; Komine, M
Outcomes of necrotic immature open-apex central incisors treated by MTA apexification using poly(epsilon-caprolactone) fiber mesh as an apical barrier.
Journal of the Formosan Medical Association = Taiwan yi zhi • 2019 • Vol. 118 (1 Pt 2)
BACKGROUND/PURPOSE: Although unset mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) has some cytotoxicity, MTA is still a biocompatible material suitable for doing apexification. This study assessed the outcomes for…
Chen, P; Hsiao, S; Hung, W
Effectiveness, Costs and Patient Acceptance of a Conventional and a Biological Treatment Approach for Carious Primary Teeth in Children.
Caries research • 2019 • Vol. 53 (1)
BACKGROUND: Over the last years, conventional restorations for the treatment of active carious lesions (CL) in primary teeth have been challenged and a more biological approach has been suggested. Th…
BaniHani, A; Deery, C; Duggal, M
Pharmacological Control of Complications Following to Third Molar Removal: Evidence Based on A Meta-Analysis.
Drug research • 2019 • Vol. 69 (1)
AIMS: The purpose of this meta-analysis was to evaluate the clinical efficacy of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and dexamethasone on the trismus, postsurgical pain, facial swelling, as well as…
Alonso-Castro, A; Bologna-Molina, R; Franco-de la Torre, L
Mycoplasma pneumoniae-associated mucositis with severe blistering stomatitis and pneumonia successfully treated with azithromycin and infusion therapy.
The Journal of dermatology • 2019 • Vol. 46 (1)
Demitsu, T; Jinbu, Y; Kakurai, M
Comparison of marginal fit between CAD-CAM and hot-press lithium disilicate crowns.
The Journal of prosthetic dentistry • 2019 • Vol. 121 (1)
STATEMENT OF PROBLEM: Hot-pressing and computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD-CAM) are major techniques for the fabrication of lithium disilicate crowns. They exhibit different a…
Bitterman, Y; Dolev, E; Meirowitz, A
Replacement of maxillary incisor crowns over discolored substrates in a single visit with a CAD-CAM system and lithium silicate ceramic.
The Journal of prosthetic dentistry • 2019 • Vol. 121 (1)
Discolored substrates constitute a challenge to the esthetics of the definitive restoration. Because of technique sensitivity, the generally prolonged treatment time is a drawback to both the patient…
Bacchi, A; Dartora, G; de Carvalho, R
Should the restoration of adjacent implants be splinted or nonsplinted? A systematic review and meta-analysis.
The Journal of prosthetic dentistry • 2019 • Vol. 121 (1)
STATEMENT OF PROBLEM: The decision to splint or to restore independently generally occurs during the planning stage, when the advantages and disadvantages of each clinical situation are considered ba…
Cruz, R; de Souza Batista, V; Gomes, J
Relative trajectory-driven virtual dynamic occlusal adjustment for dental restorations.
Medical & biological engineering & computing • 2019 • Vol. 57 (1)
The abnormal occlusal contact can disrupt the coordination and health of the oral jaw system. Therefore, the dynamic adjustment of the occlusal surface is of great significance for assessing the stat…
Cheng, X; Cui, H; Dai, N
Antibodies to periodontogenic bacteria are associated with higher disease activity in lupus patients.
Clinical and experimental rheumatology • 2019 • Vol. 37 (1)
OBJECTIVES: Microbial infections and mucosal dysbiosis influence morbidity in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). In the oral cavity, periodontal bacteria and subgingival plaque dysbios…
Adrianto, I; Bagavant, H; Deshmukh, U
Effect of mucostatic and selective pressure impression techniques on residual ridge resorption in individuals with different bone mineral densities: A prospective clinical pilot study.
The Journal of prosthetic dentistry • 2019 • Vol. 121 (1)
STATEMENT OF PROBLEM: Although different impression techniques have been advocated for complete denture prosthodontics, objective studies that predict their effect on alveolar bone resorption are lac…
Aggarwal, H; Gupta, A; Singh, S
Implant placement for patients with cleft lip and palate: A clinical report and guidelines for treatment.
The Journal of prosthetic dentistry • 2019 • Vol. 121 (1)
The multidisciplinary teams involved in the treatment of individuals with cleft lip and palate are challenged when implants are indicated in the cleft area. Difficulties include obtaining a healthy p…
Lopes, A; Lopes, J; Pucciarelli, M
Differences in micromorphology of the implant-abutment junction for original and third-party abutments on a representative dental implant.
The Journal of prosthetic dentistry • 2019 • Vol. 121 (1)
STATEMENT OF PROBLEM: Evidence for micromorphology and precision of fit of third-party prosthetic components compared with the original manufacturer's components is lacking. PURPOSE: The purpose of t…
Chronopoulos, V; Fokas, G; Janda, M
The Influence of Age, Gender, Mandibular Bone Height, Previous Experience with Prostheses, and Fabrication Methods on Masticatory Performance of Complete Denture Wearers.
Journal of prosthodontics : official journal of the American College of Prosthodontists • 2019 • Vol. 28 (1)
PURPOSE: To evaluate the influence of age, gender, mandibular bone height, previous experience with prostheses, and methods for denture fabrication on masticatory performance of complete denture (CD)…
Alves, C; Camargos, G; Munhoz, M
Validation of reported GLT6D1 (rs1537415), IL10 (rs6667202), and ANRIL (rs1333048) single nucleotide polymorphisms for aggressive periodontitis in a Brazilian population.
Journal of periodontology • 2019 • Vol. 90 (1)
BACKGROUND: Aggressive periodontitis (AgP) is influenced by genetic factors. Recently, the single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) rs1537415 (GLT6D1), rs6667202 (IL10), and rs1333048 (ANRIL) were asso…
Andere, N; Casarin, R; Casati, M
Does the retention system influence the stability of implant-supported maxillary overdentures? A comparison with fixed and conventional dentures.
Journal of prosthodontic research • 2019 • Vol. 63 (1)
PURPOSE: The purpose of this in vitro study was to compare the stability of removable implant-supported maxillary overdentures with fixed complete dentures and conventional dentures. METHODS: Four ty…
Lourenco, E; Michelon, M; Posch, A