Research Papers
Acute trauma induced disc displacement without reduction and its sequelae.
Scientific reports • 2016 • Vol. 6
Acute traumatic temporomandibular joint disc displacement (ATDD) and its sequelae are not familiar for most surgeons. This study is to discuss its sequelae in cases without disc reduction after faile…
Dong, M; He, D; Wang, F
The relationship between children's oral health-related behaviors and their caregiver's social support.
BMC oral health • 2016 • Vol. 16 (1)
BACKGROUND: Social support might play a role in helping people adopt healthy behaviors and improve their health. Stronger social support from mothers has been found to be positively related to higher…
Lin, H; Qiu, R; Tao, Y
Psychosocial impact of dental esthetics regulates motivation to seek orthodontic treatment.
American journal of orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics : official publication of the American Association of Orthodontists, its constituent societies, and the American Board of Orthodontics • 2016 • Vol. 150 (3)
INTRODUCTION: The aim of this study was to evaluate the psychosocial impact of dental esthetics for adults seeking orthodontic treatment. METHODS: The Chinese version of the Psychosocial Impact of De…
Guo, J; He, Y; Lin, F
Assessment of agreement between molar landmarks: Repeatability, reproducibility, and comparability.
American journal of orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics : official publication of the American Association of Orthodontists, its constituent societies, and the American Board of Orthodontics • 2016 • Vol. 150 (3)
INTRODUCTION: The aims of this research were to test the repeatability and reproducibility of measurements obtained by different molar landmarks and to determine whether the treatment changes measure…
Kale Varlik, S; Tortop, T; Uzuner, D
Correction of a severe Class II malocclusion in a patient with Noonan syndrome.
American journal of orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics : official publication of the American Association of Orthodontists, its constituent societies, and the American Board of Orthodontics • 2016 • Vol. 150 (3)
Noonan syndrome is a developmental disorder characterized by a dysmorphic facial structure, short stature, and mild mental retardation, with associated cardiac defects and skeletal malformations. It …
Cardiel Rios, S
Comparison of 2 proportions (not continuous outcomes).
American journal of orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics : official publication of the American Association of Orthodontists, its constituent societies, and the American Board of Orthodontics • 2016 • Vol. 150 (3)
Pandis, N
An Inter- and Intraprofessional Education Program in Which Dental Hygiene Students Instruct Medical and Dental Students.
Journal of dental education • 2016 • Vol. 80 (9)
The aim of this study was to develop, implement, and evaluate an inter- and intraprofessional education program with a peer support joint practice in which dental hygiene students teach medical and d…
Arakawa, S; Endo, K; Kinoshita, A
Education About Dental Hygienists' Roles in Public Dental Prevention Programs: Dental and Dental Hygiene Students' and Faculty Members' and Dental Hygienists' Perspectives.
Journal of dental education • 2016 • Vol. 80 (9)
In 2005, Public Act No. 161 (PA 161) was passed in Michigan, allowing dental hygienists to practice in approved public dental prevention programs to provide services for underserved populations while…
Farrell, C; Gwozdek, A; Inglehart, M
Postgraduate Orthodontics Students' and Mentors' Perceptions of Portfolios and Discussion as Tools for Development of Reflection.
Journal of dental education • 2016 • Vol. 80 (9)
The aim of this study was to analyze the effects of a portfolio learning strategy designed to develop students' reflection abilities in a postgraduate orthodontic program in the UK. Nine first-year p…
Mora, L; Oliver, R; Tonni, I
[Antibacterial and residual antimicrobial activities of five final irrigants in infected root canal: an in vitro comparative study].
Zhonghua kou qiang yi xue za zhi = Zhonghua kouqiang yixue zazhi = Chinese journal of stomatology • 2016 • Vol. 51 (9)
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate antibacterial and residual antimicrobial activities of five root canal irrigants including Qmix, MTAD(mixture of a tetracycline isomer, an acid, and a detergent), 0.2% cetrimid…
Guo, X; Qiao, F; Wu, L
Effect of Free Dental Services on Individuals with Sickle Cell Disease.
Southern medical journal • 2016 • Vol. 109 (9)
OBJECTIVES: Poor oral health can have a negative impact on overall health. This is especially concerning for individuals with sickle cell disease (SCD), an inherited blood disorder that affects hemog…
Batchelor, A; Haywood, C; Lanzkron, S
Epithelial-myoepithelial carcinoma of the minor salivary glands: a case report and review of the literature.
General dentistry • 2016 • Vol. 64 (5)
Epithelial-myoepithelial carcinoma (EMC) is a rare tumor, especially in the minor salivary glands. This case report describes a 40-year-old man who presented with an EMC on the palate. Histologically…
Correa, M; Lopes, M; Pereira, D
Mouthguard usage by middle and high school student-athletes in Houston, Texas.
General dentistry • 2016 • Vol. 64 (5)
This survey recorded utilization levels of stock and custom mouthguards among middle and high school athletes in a US metropolitan area and gathered data on the prevalence of traumatic injuries that …
Cooley, R; Johnson, C; Miller, M
Ear pruritus: a new otologic finding related to temporomandibular disorder.
General dentistry • 2016 • Vol. 64 (5)
This prospective clinical study evaluated the correlation among temporomandibular disorder (TMD), otologic manifestations, and parafunctional habits in a sample of 100 patients with TMD. The subjects…
Araujo, G; Barbalho, J; Barbosa, L
Surface roughness and bond strength between Y-TZP and self-adhesive resin cement after air particle abrasion protocols.
General dentistry • 2016 • Vol. 64 (5)
The aim of this study was to evaluate the influence of different air particle abrasion (APA) protocols-with variations in particle types, duration of application, and the distance between the device …
Alves, M; Campos, F; Dal Piva, A
An evidence-based review of dental matrix systems.
General dentistry • 2016 • Vol. 64 (5)
The restoration of proximal surface cavities, originating from Class II carious lesions, to "normal" anatomical specifications is a fundamental objective for the dental practitioner. Cognitive interp…
Owens, B; Phebus, J
TLR4 polymorphism and periodontitis susceptibility: A meta-analysis.
Medicine • 2016 • Vol. 95 (36)
BACKGROUND: Many primary and secondary studies reported the association between Toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4) polymorphism and periodontitis susceptibility, which mainly focused on TLR4-299A>G or TLR4-…
Bai, G; Guan, X; Jin, S
First step toward translation of thermophotonic lock-in imaging to dentistry as an early caries detection technology.
Journal of biomedical optics • 2016 • Vol. 21 (9)
Early detection of the most prevalent oral disease worldwide, i.e., dental caries, still remains as one of the major challenges in dentistry. The current dental standard of care relies on caries dete…
Ojaghi, A; Parkhimchyk, A; Tabatabaei, N
Effects of light curing modes and ethanol-wet bonding on dentin bonding properties.
Journal of Zhejiang University. Science. B • 2016 • Vol. 17 (9)
OBJECTIVE: This study explored the effects of different light curing modes and ethanol-wet bonding on dentin bonding strength and durability. METHODS: A total of 54 molars were randomly divided into …
Gan, K; Li, M; Liu, H
Case Report of Posterior Crossbite: Description of an Effective Treatment Protocol.
Compendium of continuing education in dentistry (Jamesburg, N.J. : 1995) • 2016 • Vol. 37 (8)
Early treatment of functional unilateral posterior crossbite during the mixed dentition stage is extremely important, as it provides the correct positioning of osseous bases, teeth, and the temporoma…
Aparecido Cuoghi, O; Goncales Verri, A; Pimenta Martins, L