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Dentistry Journal, Volume 12, Issue 5

2024 May - 29 articles

Cover Story: Despite reductions in bacterial infection and an enhanced success rate, the widespread use of systemic antibiotic prophylaxis in implant dentistry is controversial. The excessive use of antibiotics has contributed to antimicrobial resistance, with significant health and economic burdens. This review aims to summarize advanced biomaterial strategies applied to implant components based on anti-pathogenic mechanisms and immune balance mechanisms. The fundamental pathogenic mechanisms underlying implant infection serve as targets for innovative preventive and therapeutic strategies that can also lead to the reduction in systemic antibiotic exposure and its associated adverse effects. Modifying the dental implant surface and regulating the early immune response are promising strategies, which may further prevent or slow the development of peri-implant infection, and subsequent failure. View this paper
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Articles (29)

  • Systematic Review
  • Open Access
21 Citations
14,338 Views
14 Pages

The Treatment and Management of Oroantral Communications and Fistulas: A Systematic Review and Network Metanalysis

  • Stefano Oliva,
  • Felice Lorusso,
  • Antonio Scarano,
  • Maurizio D’Amario and
  • Giovanna Murmura

20 May 2024

Objectives: The aim of this work was to systematically review and carry out a statistical metanalysis to identify the best treatment for close oroantral communications and fistulas and to avoid the risk of recurrence. Materials and Methods: An electr...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
2,531 Views
16 Pages

17 May 2024

Purpose: This study explored the potential of a new in vitro method in evaluating antiplaque benefits from five sets of antimicrobial systems including cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC), stannous fluoride (SnF2), Listerine essential oil mouthwashes (+/&...

  • Systematic Review
  • Open Access
5 Citations
4,822 Views
16 Pages

Orally Derived Stem Cell-Based Therapy in Periodontal Regeneration: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Clinical Studies

  • Alessandro Campagna,
  • Giacomo Baima,
  • Federica Romano,
  • Federico Amoroso,
  • Federico Mussano,
  • Giacomo Oteri,
  • Mario Aimetti and
  • Matteo Peditto

16 May 2024

The present systematic review was performed to assess the application of orally derived stem cells in periodontal regenerative therapy, and because of this, the following PICO question was proposed: “In patients with periodontitis, can the adju...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
4,696 Views
18 Pages

A Low-Cost Protocol Using the Adjunctive Action of Povidone–Iodine Irrigations and Sodium Hypochlorite Rinsing Solution in Step 2 of Periodontal Therapy for Patients with Stage III–IV Periodontitis: A Single-Blind, Randomized Controlled Trial

  • Georgios Kardaras,
  • Ruxandra Christodorescu,
  • Marius Boariu,
  • Darian Rusu,
  • Alla Belova,
  • Salvatore Chinnici,
  • Octavia Vela,
  • Viorelia Radulescu,
  • Simina Boia and
  • Stefan-Ioan Stratul

15 May 2024

In severe stages of periodontitis, conventional periodontal therapy and maintenance care are usually insufficient due to the viral and bacterial etiology; thus, a mechanical approach alone may not be sufficient to eliminate a substantial portion of s...

  • Systematic Review
  • Open Access
2,494 Views
18 Pages

Is There Variation in the Morphology of the Frontal Sinus in Individuals with Different Craniofacial Patterns? A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis

  • Erika Calvano Küchler,
  • Maria Beatriz Carvalho Ribeiro de Oliveira,
  • Isabela Ribeiro Madalena,
  • Christian Kirschneck,
  • Svenja Beisel-Memmert,
  • Daniela Silva Barroso de Oliveira,
  • Ângela Graciela Deliga Schroder,
  • César Penazzo Lepri,
  • Maria Angélica Hueb de Menezes-Oliveira and
  • Guido Artemio Marañón-Vásquez

15 May 2024

To evaluate differences in the morphology of the frontal sinus in adolescents and adults with different craniofacial patterns, searches up to April 2024 were conducted in six databases and other information sources to identify observational studies....

  • Article
  • Open Access
6 Citations
2,193 Views
11 Pages

Enamel Remineralisation with a Novel Sodium Fluoride-Infused Bristle Toothbrush

  • Xiaotian Liu,
  • Chun Lok Bryan Lau,
  • Hao Ding,
  • Jukka Pekka Matinlinna and
  • James K. H. Tsoi

15 May 2024

This study aims to investigate whether toothbrushes with fluoride-infused bristles have any (re)mineralisation effects on bovine enamel. Bovine incisors (N = 160) were extracted, and the buccal side of the crown was cut into dimensions of ~5 mm &time...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
4,372 Views
10 Pages

Effect of Dentifrice Ingredients on Volume and Vitality of a Simulated Periodontal Multispecies Biofilm

  • Jelena Karacic,
  • Moritz Ruf,
  • Johannes Herzog,
  • Monika Astasov-Frauenhoffer and
  • Philipp Sahrmann

13 May 2024

The aim of this in vitro study was to investigate the effect of different toothpaste ingredients on biofilm volume and vitality in an established non-contact biofilm removal model. A multi-species biofilm comprising Porphyromonas gingivalis, Streptoc...

  • Systematic Review
  • Open Access
3 Citations
5,901 Views
20 Pages

11 May 2024

This systematic review examines studies focusing on tooth bleaching and its effects on healthy enamel or incipient caries and bacterial adhesion. The aim is to explore the impact of different bleaching agents on incipient caries lesions and healthy e...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
2,185 Views
10 Pages

Clinical Experience Comparison of Foreign-Trained Dentists and Domestic Dental Students: One Institution’s Experience

  • Zabihulla Ahmadi,
  • Judy Chia-Chun Yuan,
  • Michael Spector,
  • Adriana Semprum-Clavier,
  • Cortino Sukotjo and
  • Fatemeh S. Afshari

11 May 2024

This study compared the clinical experiences of foreign-trained dentists (FTDs) enrolled in an Advance Standing DMD Dental Program (DMDAS) with those of the domestic dental students (DMD) at the University of Illinois Chicago, College of Dentistry (U...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
4,227 Views
13 Pages

Proposal and Validation of a New Index to Assess the Difficulty of Lower Third Molar Extraction

  • Paula Hermida-Cabrera,
  • Belén Lima-Sánchez,
  • Vanessa Montoya-Salazar,
  • Luis-Guillermo Oliveros-López,
  • Pedro Alomar-Velasco,
  • José-Luis Gutiérrez-Pérez,
  • Daniel Torres-Lagares and
  • María Baus-Domínguez

9 May 2024

There is no current consensus on the parameters that determine the difficulty of mandibular third molar extraction in terms of the time required, which is essential to prevent complications and optimize the time of the intervention. This study aims t...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
4,022 Views
14 Pages

A Comparison of Guided Bone Regeneration vs. the Shell Technique Using Xenogeneic Bone Blocks in Horizontal Bone Defects: A Randomized Clinical Trial

  • Paolo De Angelis,
  • Camilla Cavalcanti,
  • Paolo Francesco Manicone,
  • Margherita Giorgia Liguori,
  • Edoardo Rella,
  • Giuseppe De Rosa,
  • Alberto Palmieri and
  • Antonio D’Addona

9 May 2024

In cases of severe horizontal atrophy, implant placement requires bone reconstruction procedures. The aim of this randomized controlled trial is to compare the outcomes of bone augmentation with simultaneous implant placement using the shell techniqu...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,785 Views
12 Pages

Assessing the Impact of Various Decontamination Instruments on Titanium and Zirconia Dental Implants: An In Vitro Study

  • Louisa Vierling,
  • Chun Ching Liu,
  • Daniel Wiedemeier,
  • Andrea Gubler and
  • Patrick R. Schmidlin

9 May 2024

This study investigates the impact of various instrumentation techniques on material removal and surface changes in titanium (Ti)- and zirconia (Zr) implant discs. Ti- and Zr discs were subjected to standardized experiments using various instruments...

  • Article
  • Open Access
14 Citations
5,262 Views
14 Pages

Platelet-Rich Fibrin in Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy: A Split-Mouth Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial

  • Simran R. Parwani,
  • Kaustubh S. Thakare,
  • Kshipra P. Kawadkar,
  • Nishita Jaju Soni,
  • Rajkumar Parwani,
  • Himanshu Dadlani,
  • Dhanashree S. Chaudhary,
  • Dipanshu Pahuja,
  • Gianrico Spagnuolo and
  • Niccolò Giuseppe Armogida

9 May 2024

This clinical trial investigated the efficacy of platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) as an adjunct to conventional scaling and root planing (SRP) in non-surgical periodontal therapy. In a split-mouth randomized controlled trial with 13 patients and 26 periodo...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,884 Views
13 Pages

Dentist Involvement in the Treatment of Radiation-Induced Oral Mucositis—A Pilot Cross-Sectional Study

  • Monika Burja Vladić,
  • Ana Andabak-Rogulj,
  • Krešimir Gršić,
  • Vlaho Brailo,
  • Božana Lončar Brzak,
  • Ivana Škrinjar and
  • Danica Vidović Juras

8 May 2024

Objectives: Oral mucositis (OM) occurs in more than 95% of patients irradiated in the head and neck area. This paper aims to determine the occurrence and characteristics of OM in patients with head and neck cancer (HNC), as well as the involvement of...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2,101 Views
14 Pages

Effects of Oleanolic Acid Derived from Wine Pomace on Periodontopathic Bacterial Growth in Healthy Individuals: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Study

  • Kyoko Shimazu,
  • Kouta Ookoshi,
  • Satoshi Fukumitsu,
  • Hiroyuki Kagami,
  • Chieko Mitsuhata,
  • Ryota Nomura and
  • Kazuhiko Aida

8 May 2024

Periodontal disease is caused by oral pathogenic bacteria and is associated with systemic disease and frailty. Therefore, its prevention is crucial in extending healthy life expectancy. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of orally administered o...

  • Systematic Review
  • Open Access
2 Citations
3,566 Views
22 Pages

Impact of Orthodontic-Surgical Treatments on the Signs and Symptoms of Temporomandibular Disorders: A Systematic Review

  • Elodie Ehrmann,
  • Marie Bernabeu,
  • Yannick Tillier,
  • Julien Camia,
  • Corentin Ecalle,
  • Charles Savoldelli and
  • Carole Charavet

8 May 2024

Introduction: Some patients exhibit temporomandibular joint or muscular disorders of the masticatory system before, during, or after orthognathic surgery (OS). These are collectively referred to as temporomandibular disorders (TMDs). This systematic...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
2,617 Views
13 Pages

Dental Implants with External Hex Inclined Shoulder in Full-Arch Immediate Loading Rehabilitations of the Maxilla

  • Francesco Bagnasco,
  • Paolo Pesce,
  • Domenico Baldi,
  • Francesco Motta,
  • Francesco Pera,
  • Nicola De Angelis and
  • Maria Menini

8 May 2024

Background: Coaxial implants with an inclined neck might overcome some problems related to angulation of the implant axis when using tilted implants. Therefore, the aim of the present work was to conduct a narrative review of the current literature a...

  • Case Report
  • Open Access
1 Citations
2,218 Views
15 Pages

7 May 2024

Objective: Familial isolated hypoparathyroidism is a rare genetic disorder due to no or low production of the parathyroid hormone, disturbing calcium and phosphate regulation. The resulting hypocalcemia may lead to dental abnormalities, such as ename...

  • Article
  • Open Access
5 Citations
2,294 Views
12 Pages

Treatment Outcomes in Patients with Muscular Temporomandibular Joint Disorders: A Prospective Case-Control Study

  • Rossana Izzetti,
  • Elisabetta Carli,
  • Stefano Gennai,
  • Maria Rita Giuca,
  • Filippo Graziani and
  • Marco Nisi

7 May 2024

Muscular temporomandibular joint disorders (M-TMDs) encompass a wide range of painful muscular conditions, which can provoke functional limitation and severely affect quality of life. The aim of the present study was to assess the treatment outcomes...

  • Article
  • Open Access
4 Citations
3,634 Views
14 Pages

Influence of Cavity Lining on the 3-Year Clinical Outcome of Posterior Composite Restorations: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial

  • Anh Duc Nguyen,
  • Natalie Pütz,
  • Mary Michaelis,
  • Kerstin Bitter and
  • Christian Ralf Gernhardt

7 May 2024

The purpose of this randomized, split-mouth-designed controlled and single-blinded clinical study was to evaluate the 3-year clinical performance of Class I and Class II resin composite restorations placed with or without cavity lining with a flowabl...

  • Review
  • Open Access
3 Citations
2,411 Views
13 Pages

Leveraging Dental Stem Cells for Oral Health during Pregnancy: A Concise Review

  • Aida Meto,
  • Ana Sula,
  • Samuele Peppoloni,
  • Agron Meto and
  • Elisabetta Blasi

7 May 2024

Pregnancy induces significant changes in oral health because of hormonal fluctuations, making it a crucial period for preventive measures. Dental stem cells (DSCs), particularly those derived from the dental pulp and periodontal ligaments, offer prom...

  • Article
  • Open Access
5 Citations
3,888 Views
14 Pages

Biological Evaluation of Oral Care Products Using 3D Tissue-Engineered In Vitro Models of Plaque-Induced Gingivitis

  • Emilia Barker,
  • Lina AlQobaly,
  • Zahab Shaikh,
  • Kirsty Franklin,
  • Johanna Thurlow,
  • Behfar Moghaddam,
  • Jonathan Pratten and
  • Keyvan Moharamzadeh

6 May 2024

Background: The aim of this study was to investigate and visualize the anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effects of different oral care products using an infected and inflamed 3D tissue-engineered gingival mucosal model. Methods: A 3D full-thickne...

  • Feature Paper
  • Review
  • Open Access
5 Citations
4,097 Views
18 Pages

6 May 2024

Despite reductions in bacterial infection and enhanced success rate, the widespread use of systemic antibiotic prophylaxis in implant dentistry is controversial. This use has contributed to the growing problem of antimicrobial resistance, along with...

  • Case Report
  • Open Access
4 Citations
3,194 Views
9 Pages

Computer-Guided Surgery Can Avoid Prophylactic Endodontic Treatment in Autologous Tooth Transplantation: A 5-Year Follow-Up Case Report

  • Luca Boschini,
  • Amerigo Giudice,
  • Michele Melillo,
  • Francesco Bennardo,
  • Francesc Abella Sans,
  • Matteo Arcari and
  • Luigi Tagliatesta

25 April 2024

Autotransplantation is a successful technique to replace compromised teeth. This study presents a computer-guided surgical approach for preparing the receiving socket for a mature mandibular third molar donor tooth with a wait-and-see approach instea...

  • Feature Paper
  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
2,533 Views
21 Pages

Quantity and Size of Titanium Particles Released from Different Mechanical Decontamination Procedures on Titanium Discs: An In Vitro Study

  • Anthony Kao,
  • Andrew Tawse-Smith,
  • Sunyoung Ma,
  • Warwick J. Duncan,
  • Malcolm Reid and
  • Momen A. Atieh

24 April 2024

Complications such as peri-implantitis could ultimately affect the survival of a dental implant. The prevention and treatment of peri-implant diseases require managing bacterial biofilm and controlling environmental risks, including the presence of p...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
3,133 Views
17 Pages

24 April 2024

The osteogenic differentiation process, by which bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells and osteoprogenitors transform into osteoblasts, is regulated by several growth factors, cytokines, and hormones. Plasma Rich in Growth Factors (PRGF) is a blood-deri...

  • Article
  • Open Access
5 Citations
2,094 Views
9 Pages

24 April 2024

Deproteinised bovine bone (DBB) is widely used as bone substitute in maxillary sinus floor augmentation (MSFA) surgery. No previous studies have shown the long-term volumetric changes in the augmented bone when using DBB. The selected patients had MF...

  • Systematic Review
  • Open Access
6 Citations
3,591 Views
12 Pages

24 April 2024

The integration of wireless sensors with artificial intelligence could represent a transformative approach in restorative dentistry, offering a sophisticated means to enhance diagnostic precision, treatment planning, and patient outcomes. This system...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
4,079 Views
12 Pages

23 April 2024

This retrospective study compared Class II orthodontic non-extraction treatment using Carriere Motion Appliance (CMA) and Twin Block (TB) appliances. Methods: The treatment of 38 patients was assessed. Pre- and post-treatment cephalometric radiograph...

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