Research Papers
Therapeutic Irrigant Procedures for Treating Apical Periodontitis (TIPTAP): A triple-blinded parallel-group randomized controlled phase I/II trial.
International endodontic journal • 2025 • Vol. 58 (7)
BACKGROUND: Solubilized endogenous dentine extracellular matrix components (dECMs) are potent mediators in pulp regeneration and could potentially promote similar healing effects in diseased periradi…
Bashir, N; Cooper, P; Grant, M
Using a polyurea resin-bonded mounted wheel, dental resin composites and porcelain are polished precisely.
Bio-medical materials and engineering • 2025 • Vol. 36 (4)
BackgroundThe success of dental restorations depends on achieving adequate surface integrity. However, grinding and polishing are generally ineffective because of the special physical and chemical co…
Kameyama, Y; Komasa, S; Sato, H
Exploring the Association Between Clinical Features and CBCT Findings in TMJ Degenerative Joint Disease.
Journal of oral rehabilitation • 2025 • Vol. 52 (7)
BACKGROUND: Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) degenerative joint disease (DJD) involves progressive osseous changes and is commonly associated with temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Cone-beam computed t…
Almeida, F; Friesen, R; Lai, H
Patient-Centred Preferences for Autonomy and Information-Seeking Among Periodontal Patients in Dental Decision Making.
Journal of clinical periodontology • 2025 • Vol. 52 (7)
BACKGROUND AND AIM: Managing periodontal disease often involves complex decisions involving multiple treatment options, and patient autonomy significantly influences this decision-making process. Thi…
Jung, J; Kim, J; Ko, K
Evaluating Clear Aligner Performance by Bone Strain Measurement: A Novel Experimental Approach.
Annals of biomedical engineering • 2025 • Vol. 53 (7)
PURPOSE: Clear aligner therapy has gained popularity; however, treatment outcomes often remain suboptimal, emphasizing the need to evaluate the biomechanical performance of clear aligners. Previous e…
Boonrueng, W; Kumma, P; Kunarak, P
Advancing Adhesive Strategies for Endodontically Treated Teeth-Part II: Dentin Sealing Before Irrigation Increases Long-Term Microtensile Bond Strength to Coronal Dentin.
Journal of esthetic and restorative dentistry : official publication of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry ... [et al.] • 2025 • Vol. 37 (7)
OBJECTIVE: To compare the long-term microtensile bond strength (muTBS) to coronal dentin using pre-endodontic dentin sealing (PEDS) and post-endodontic adhesion (PEA) techniques under various endodon…
Almeida, G; Blatz, M; Caramelo, F
Oral Health and Sociodemographic Aspects in Transgender People: A Descriptive Exploratory Study.
Journal of oral rehabilitation • 2025 • Vol. 52 (7)
OBJECTIVES: This study evaluated the oral health condition of transgender (trans) men and women before starting gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT), focusing on the prevalence of periodontal dise…
Lara, L; Lopes-Olhe, F; Magri, L
Association Between Type of Residency Interview, Virtual Versus In-Person, and Distance From Applicants' Dental School to Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Program Matched: Report From the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Committee on Education and Training.
Journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery : official journal of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons • 2025 • Vol. 83 (7)
BACKGROUND: Oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMS) residency interviews for the 2021 match during the Covid-19 pandemic were near universally virtual in contrast to in-person interviews of prior years.…
Krishnan, D; Mehra, P; Segal, J
Potential impact of micro-196a2 and Toll-like receptor 2 gene polymorphisms on oral cancer prognosis and susceptibility.
Archives of oral biology • 2025 • Vol. 175
OBJECTIVE: Despite advances in diagnosis and treatment in recent years, oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is still associated with a high recurrence rate and poor survival. MiR-196a2 and TLR2 have …
Brkic, M; Jovic, S; Kozomara, R
Is Low-Level Laser Treatment Effective in Reducing Pain, Swelling, and Trismus After Removing Impacted Maxillary and Mandibular Third Molars?
Journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery : official journal of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons • 2025 • Vol. 83 (7)
BACKGROUND: The most common side effects of wisdom teeth removal are postoperative pain, swelling, and trismus. The efficacy of low-level laser treatment (LLLT) in reducing these side effects remains…
Schiefersteiner, M; Sekerci, E; Valdec, S
Dentinal Surface Roughness after Apicoectomy Improves Cell Attachment.
Journal of endodontics • 2025 • Vol. 51 (7)
INTRODUCTION: Apicoectomy is an endodontic surgery useful to treat persistent apical periodontitis in case of nonsurgical treatment failure. The aim of this study was to compare dentinal roughness fo…
Alves Berti Pereira, L; Alves Fraga, M; Bombarda, G
A scoping review of website-based orthognathic surgery information.
Oral surgery, oral medicine, oral pathology and oral radiology • 2025 • Vol. 140 (1)
OBJECTIVE: Dentofacial disharmony is commonly addressed with orthognathic surgery. High-quality and readable information is essential for patients to make informed decisions about their healthcare. T…
Jensen, E; Loo Yong Kee, N; Meade, M
Assessment of oral hygiene knowledge and health-promoting behaviors among adults in the Masovian Voivodeship, Poland: A cross-sectional survey study.
Dental and medical problems • 2025 • Vol. 62 (4)
BACKGROUND: The examination of pro-health behaviors is important in the assessment of factors that influence the health of the population. Despite a constant increase in pro-health awareness observed…
Budnik, F; Jonczyk, Z; Mielczarek, A
Does high PD-L1 expression reduce the risk of relapse after definitive surgery in patients with oral cavity cancer?
Acta oto-laryngologica • 2025 • Vol. 145 (7)
BACKGROUND: Uncovering the molecular mechanisms of cancer pathogenesis is crucial for improving survival outcomes. AIMS: This study investigates the impact of programmed death ligand 1 (PD-L1) expres…
Akyildiz, A; Babayev, P; Guler Tezel, Y
A dual action approach of B-type proanthocyanidins for silencing enzymatic activity and sealing natural caries-affected dentin-resin interfaces.
Journal of dentistry • 2025 • Vol. 158
OBJECTIVES: This study explored the potential of dimeric and trimeric B-type proanthocyanidins (PACs) to silence dentin-associated enzymes as well as enhance sealing at the hybrid layer and in the un…
Bedran-Russo, A; Chen, S; Jing, S
Risk Classification of Oral Cancer Surgical Margins: Margin to Depth of Invasion Ratio Analysis.
Annals of surgical oncology • 2025 • Vol. 32 (7)
BACKGROUND: A high-risk margin is a recurrence risk factor in oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC), but its exact definition is debated. The effectiveness of the margin-to-depth-of-invasion ratio (MDR…
Chang, C; Chang, Y; Chen, T
Efficacy of nebulized glucocorticoids for acute pharyngitis in an emergency department outpatient population: a multicenter, double-blind, randomized clinical trial.
CJEM • 2025 • Vol. 27 (7)
OBJECTIVES: This study aimed to assess the efficacy of a single dose of nebulized glucocorticoids (dexamethasone or budesonide) compared to a placebo in relieving sore throat symptoms. The primary ou…
Al Atbi, A; Al Atbi, A; Al Khalasi, U
Artesunate ameliorates diabetic xerostomia in rats through regulating oral microbiota and metabolic profile in salivary gland based on NF-kappaB/NLRP3 signaling pathway.
Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology • 2025 • Vol. 142
BACKGROUND: Artemisia annua. L, as a valuable Chinese medicine, has been applied for millennia in China. Its major active ingredient, artemisinin, has demonstrated diverse pharmacological properties,…
Hang, J; Li, J; Nong, X
Determinants of post-stroke cognitive impairment in patients with periodontal disease.
Journal of stroke and cerebrovascular diseases : the official journal of National Stroke Association • 2025 • Vol. 34 (7)
INTRODUCTION: Periodontal disease (PD) is a risk factor for stroke and cardiovascular disease. The effect of PD on post-stroke cognitive impairment (PSCI) remains underexplored. METHODS: A cross-sect…
Beckwith, A; Bonilha, L; Fritts, A
Evaluating visual thresholds and color metrics in dental research: An exploratory study.
Dental materials : official publication of the Academy of Dental Materials • 2025 • Vol. 41 (7)
OBJECTIVES: This study aimed to evaluate perceptibility (PT) and acceptability thresholds (AT) for multiple color measurement devices and assess the performance of three color difference equations (∆…
Graf, T; Guth, J; Hein, S