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27.05.2024 | Original Article

Effects of pre-heating on physical–mechanical–chemical properties of contemporary resin composites

This research assessed the effects of pre-heating on the physical–mechanical–chemical properties of different resin composites. For this, resin composites were evaluated in 6 levels: Admira/ADM, Vitra/VIT, Filtek Supreme/FS, Filtek Supreme …

verfasst von:: Thamires Bueno, Nivien Masoud, Anna Akkus, Italo Silva, Karen McPherson, Adilson Yoshio Furuse, Fabio Rizzante

26.05.2024 | Original Article

The existence of cells exhibiting characteristics of both Type II and Type III cells in rat taste buds. An immunohistochemical and electron-microscopic study

Taste bud cells are classified into four types by their ultrastructural features. Immunohistochemical detection of taste-signaling molecules is used to distinguish cell types of taste bud cells; however, the characteristics of taste cell types …

verfasst von:: Shuhei Inoko, Hiroki Katagiri, Maiko Tsujimura, Sumio Yoshie

21.05.2024 | Original Article

Bioinspired poly-dopamine/nano-hydroxyapatite: an upgrading biocompatible coat for 3D-printed polylactic acid scaffold for bone regeneration

Poly-lactic acid (PLA) has been proposed in dentistry for several regenerative procedures owing to its biocompatibility and biodegradability. However, the presence of methyl groups renders PLA hydrophobic, making the surface less ideal for cell …

verfasst von:: Mai M. Eldokmak, Marwa M. Essawy, Sally Abdelkader, Salma Abolgheit

Open Access 21.05.2024 | Review Article

Regeneration of periodontal intrabony defects using platelet-rich fibrin (PRF): a systematic review and network meta-analysis

One of the most promising approaches to correct periodontal bone defects and achieve periodontal regeneration is platelet-rich fibrin (PRF). This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the regeneration of periodontal bone defects …

verfasst von:: Fábio França Vieira e Silva, Luis Chauca-Bajaña, Vito Carlo Alberto Caponio, Kareelend Andreina Segura Cueva, Byron Velasquez-Ron, Maria Elena Padín-Iruegas, Lays Lamolha Almeida, Alejandro Ismael Lorenzo-Pouso, José Manuel Suárez-Peñaranda, Mario Pérez-Sayáns

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20.05.2024 | Original Article

Efficiency of cavitary varnishes containing experimental bioglass particles in the occlusion of dentinal tubules

This research aims to evaluate the efficiency of cavitary varnishes containing experimental bioglasses in the occlusion of dentinal tubules. One hundred and sixty-eight cervical buccal dentin samples were obtained from bovine teeth. Samples were …

verfasst von:: Ana Cláudia Dalmolin, Kellen Rutes Silva, Iolanda Cristina Justus Dechandt, Karen Cristiane Ribeiro, Leonardo Sant’Ana Gallo, Márcia Thaís Pochapski, Francisco Carlos Serbena, Fábio André dos Santos

20.05.2024 | Correction

Correction: Maximum standardized uptake value in 11C-methionine positron emission tomography may predict the prognosis of patients with oral squamous cell carcinoma

verfasst von:: Takeshi Kuroshima, Yoshimasa Kitagawa, Jun Sato, Shiro Watanabe, Takuya Asaka, Takahiro Abe, Hiroyuki Harada, Kenji Hirata, Yuji Kuge

19.05.2024 | Original Article

Synergistic antibacterial effect of ginsenoside Rh2 and calcium hydroxide on Enterococcus faecalis

Treatment of root canal infections becomes more challenging due to the extremely high tolerance of Enterococcus faecalis (E. faecalis) to calcium hydroxide (Ca(OH)2). Ginsenoside is a Chinese herbal extract that has been proven to have …

verfasst von:: Chaoran Liu, Yang Li, Yanan Li, Ze Li, Guanghong Han

Open Access 17.05.2024 | Original Article

Feasibility of 3 Tesla MRI for the assessment of mid-palatal suture maturation: a retrospective pilot study

The maxilla occupies a key position in dentofacial orthopaedics, since its transversal development can be directly influenced by orthodontic therapy. The maturation stages of the mid-palatal suture, which are obtained from cone-beam computed …

verfasst von:: Ines Willershausen, Markus Kopp, Michael Scholz, Armin Ströbel, Corinna Lesley Seidel, Friedrich Paulsen, Michael Uder, Lina Gölz, Matthias Stefan May

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10.05.2024 | Original Article

The effectiveness of a self-reported questionnaire on masticatory function in health examinations

Periodontal diseases have been reported to be lifestyle-related and associated with metabolic syndrome (MetS). The introduction of dental checkups in a health checkup program may create a synergistic effect and aid the prevention of MetS. In …

verfasst von:: Kazunori Anzai, Hironori Sakai, Eiji Kondo, Hirokazu Tanaka, Akinobu Shibata, Masao Hashidume, Hiroshi Kurita

08.05.2024 | Original Article

Three-dimensional finite element analysis of the biomechanical properties of different material implants for replacing missing teeth

The purpose of this study was to analyze the biomechanical properties of implants made of different materials to replace missing teeth by using three-dimensional finite element analysis and provide a theoretic basis for clinical application. CBCT …

verfasst von:: Yichen Gao, Xianyi He, Wei Xu, Yuyao Deng, Zhaoxin Xia, Junliang Chen, Yun He

06.05.2024 | Original Article

The expression of salivary EGF, VEGF, endothelin, and transferrin in waterpipe and cigarette smokers

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of two forms of tobacco smoking, cigarettes and water pipe smoking (WPS), on the expression of a panel of salivary proteins in healthy adults. Three groups of age and gender-matched participants …

verfasst von:: Mohammad S. Alrashdan, Hisham Al-Shorman, Amal Bouzid, Ahmed Al-Dwairi, Melanie Alazzam, Mohammad Alqudah

05.05.2024 | Original Article

Evaluation of early bacterial adhesion on CAD/CAM dental materials: an in situ study

The aim of this research was to determine if there are differences in early bacterial adhesion among CAD/CAM dental materials after 24 h exposure in the oral environment. One hundred twenty specimens were prepared according to the manufacturer’s …

verfasst von:: Stefan Vulović, Aleksandar Todorović, Boško Toljić, Nataša Nikolić-Jakoba, Tamara Vlajić Tovilović, Aleksandra Milić-Lemić

Open Access 04.05.2024 | Original Article

Irrigant dynamics of a back-to-back double side-vented needle in root canals with various tapers: a computational fluid dynamics study

Understanding the apical pressure and irrigant flow patterns in root canals is crucial for safe and effective irrigation. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the flow characteristics of irrigants in root canal models with varying tapers during …

verfasst von:: Surmayee Singh, Mohammad Zuber, Prathmesh Pravin Verekar, Tejaswini Shetty, N. Srikant, Manuel S. Thomas

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Open Access 04.05.2024 | Original Article

Maximum standardized uptake value in 11C-methionine positron emission tomography may predict the prognosis of patients with oral squamous cell carcinoma

The present study aimed to elucidate the correlation between the uptake of 11C-methionine (MET) by a primary tumor and the survival of patients with oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC). This study enrolled 31 patients who underwent radical surgery …

verfasst von:: Takeshi Kuroshima, Yoshimasa Kitagawa, Jun Sato, Shiro Watanabe, Takuya Asaka, Takahiro Abe, Hiroyuki Harada, Kenji Hirata, Yuji Kuge

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Open Access 30.04.2024 | Original Article

Biomechanical behavior of all-on-4 concept and alternative designs under different occlusal load configurations for completely edentulous mandible: a 3-D finite element analysis

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of the All-on-4 design and 4 alternative implant-supported fixed prosthesis designs on stress distribution in implants, peri-implant bone, and prosthetic framework in the edentulous mandible under …

verfasst von:: Ayben Şentürk, Funda Akaltan

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18.04.2024 | Original Article

Effect of cement type on vertical marginal discrepancy and residual excess cement in screwmentable and cementable implant-supported monolithic zirconia crowns

The purpose of this study was to investigate the vertical marginal discrepancy (VMD) and residual excess cement (REC) of cementable and screwmentable monolithic zirconia crowns cemented with different types of cement. Abutments were attached to 40 …

verfasst von:: Pınar Yıldız, Göknil Alkan Demetoğlu, Esra Talay Çevlik

17.04.2024 | Review Article

Peri-implantitis with a potential axis to brain inflammation: an inferential review

Peri-implantitis (PI) is a chronic, inflammatory, and infectious disease which affects dental implants and has certain similarities to periodontitis (PD). Evidence has shown that PD may be related to several types of systemic disorders, such as …

verfasst von:: Gestter Willian Lattari Tessarin, Luan Felipe Toro, Renato Felipe Pereira, Rodrigo Martins dos Santos, Renato Gomes Azevedo

15.04.2024 | Review Article

The role of MicroRNAs in the diagnosis and treatment of oral premalignant disorders

Oral premalignant disorders (OPMDs) are a group of potentially malignant conditions that pose a significant health burden globally. MicroRNAs (miRNAs), small non-coding RNA molecules, have emerged as crucial regulators of gene expression and have …

verfasst von:: J. H. Shazia Fathima, Selvaraj Jayaraman, Ramya Sekar, Nazmul Huda Syed

12.04.2024 | Original Article

A cycle generative adversarial network for generating synthetic contrast-enhanced computed tomographic images from non-contrast images in the internal jugular lymph node-bearing area

The objectives of this study were to create a mutual conversion system between contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CECT) and non-CECT images using a cycle generative adversarial network (cycleGAN) for the internal jugular region. Image patches …

verfasst von:: Motoki Fukuda, Shinya Kotaki, Michihito Nozawa, Chiaki Kuwada, Yoshitaka Kise, Eiichiro Ariji, Yoshiko Ariji

08.04.2024 | Original Article

Effect of initial periodontal therapy on metallothionein levels in smokers and non-smokers with periodontitis

The aim of this study was to determine the effect of non-surgical periodontal therapy (NSPT) on mRNA expression of metallothionein (MT) and its levels in serum, saliva and gingival crevicular fluid (GCF) of smokers (S) and non-smokers (NS) with …

verfasst von:: Vikender Singh Yadav, Anu Bhatia, Rakhee Yadav, Kanika Makker, Dhiraj Kumar Singh, Riyaz Ahmad Mir

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