Dentistry Journal, Volume 13, Issue 2

Background/Objectives: Oral candidiasis is an opportunistic infection caused by Candida species. Recently, antifungal drugs have become less effective due to yeast resistance, emphasizing the need for new treatment strategies. This study aimed to ass...

Background/Objectives: Natural antibacterial agents, such as essential oils, can potentially be used for endodontic disinfection with less toxicity than other available irrigants such as sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) and chlorhexidine (CHX). Benefect^TM...

Background/Objectives: Dental caries and periodontal diseases are the most common illnesses in the oral cavity and represent a public health concern globally. In recent decades, diverse studies showed that Kefir, a traditional beverage that can be mi...

Background/Objectives: The newly developed poly L-lactic acid/ε-caprolactone (P(LA/LC)) membrane has recently been proposed as a guided bone regeneration (GBR) procedure in implant treatment. This case series details the clinical, radiographi...

Background/Objectives: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) influences different organs including the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). This study aims to identify structural and functional TMJ changes in children with CKD using ultrasound as the least invasive...

Background/Objectives: Large cystic lesions in the maxillofacial region present a challenge for clinicians due to their impact on the health and functionality of the involved teeth. This longitudinal, ambidirectional cohort study aimed to evaluate th...

Background/Objectives: Odontomas are the most common mixed odontogenic tumors and may cause impaction of adjacent teeth and masticatory disorders. Treatment of tooth impaction caused by the presence of odontomas is related to their stages of root dev...

Background/Objectives: New licensing regulations for dentists in Germany offered the opportunity to modernize the dental curriculum regarding content, methodology and structure. This paper aims to evaluate the newly requested preclinical curriculum &...

Background: Childsmile is Scotland’s national child oral health improvement programme designed to reduce inequalities in oral health and ensure universal access to NHS dental services by working closely with children and their families. Researc...

Background: Recent advances in mRNA vaccine technology, accelerated by the global COVID-19 pandemic, have generated significant interest in their applications beyond infectious diseases. Dentistry has emerged as a promising field for exploring the po...

Background: Immediate post-extraction dental implants are increasingly popular, but ensuring primary stability and managing peri-implant tissues remain challenging. Implant macro-design significantly impacts stability and osseointegration. This study...

Background: Several therapies involving the use of oxygen have been developed; however, the literature to date has poorly addressed the effects of Topical Oxygen Therapy (TOT) on oral tissues. The aim of the present pilot study was to histologically...

Background/Objectives: Many commercial light-emitting diode (LED) devices are available for consumer home usage. The performance characteristics in respect to the dosimetry of many of the devices, currently on direct sale to the public, have not been...

Background: Clinical teaching is crucial to dental education as it shapes the identity and professional development of students. However, there is a lack of research regarding the responsibilities of clinical teachers, their professional behavior, pe...

Surgical guides are integral tools in orthodontics, enhancing the precision and predictability of mini-implant placement. These guides facilitate accurate positioning, reduce risks to surrounding anatomical structures, and ensure proper angulation an...

Background: Replacing a maxillary central incisor and immediately placing an implant represents a clinical challenge. Methods: This case report demonstrates a full digital workflow to achieve a predictable implant placement and esthetically pleasing...

Background/Objectives: The objective of this study was to investigate the internal morphology and root canal configurations (RCCs) of maxillary central incisors (MxCIs) in a Swiss–German population by means of micro-computed tomography (µ...

Objective: This study aims to investigate the mechanical behavior of titanium (Ti6Al4V) mini-implants (MIs) under varying orthodontic forces using finite element analysis (FEA) and to evaluate their performance and durability under realistic clinical...

Objective: This study aimed to compare the effects of orthodontic treatment on the same patients using aligners (upper arch) versus traditional fixed appliances (lower arch) on oral hygiene and periodontal health. Materials and Methods: A total of 90...

Background: Untreated impacted wisdom teeth can lead to complications, including delayed healing and inferior alveolar nerve damage. Delayed management is further complicated by age-related comorbidities. Aim: This study aimed to evaluate the managem...

Background: The MDAS questionnaire is one of a number of scales available to assess dental anxiety. It is widely used and translated into many world languages; however, it lacks an explicit theoretical backdrop to the content and structure of the mea...

Background: The widespread adoption of clear aligners in orthodontic practice has driven the development of biomechanical devices to improve treatment efficiency. The mechanical properties of these materials play a critical role in determining their...

Background/Objectives: Molar distalization with clear aligners is increasingly used for Class II malocclusions, yet the associated periodontal ligament (PDL) stress and potential root resorption risk remain unclear. Three-dimensional finite element a...

Background/Objectives: This literature review aims to provide guidance on the treatment of recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS) based on studies published over the past 10 years. Methods: This study included randomized clinical trials involving human...

Background: Recently, the demand for esthetic restorations has grown dramatically and extended into the pediatric population. The prefabricated zirconia crowns (PZCs) and custom-made zirconia crowns (CZCs) are new esthetic options in pediatric dentis...

Background: Oral appliance therapy (OAT) is an effective treatment alternative for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Understanding physicians’ knowledge and practices regarding OAT is crucial for improving OSA treatment, particularly in Southeast...

Objectives: The aim of this six-month randomized controlled study was to evaluate the efficacy of a non-surgical periodontal treatment combined with the use of an active gel compared to a non-surgical treatment alone in reducing inflammatory indices...

Objective: We investigated morphological differences in osteocyte processes between aged mice and our original podoplanin-conditional knockout (cKO) mice in which the floxed exon 3 of podoplanin was deleted by Dmp-1-driven Cre (Dmp1-Cre;PdpnΔ/&...

Background: Electronic cigarettes (ECIGs) have grown in popularity, particularly among adolescents and young adults. Flavored ECIG-liquids (E-liquids) are aerosolized by these ECIGs and inhaled into the respiratory system. Several studies have shown...

Background/Objectives: The 2017 Periodontal Classification offers a comprehensive framework for the diagnosis and management of periodontitis based on staging and grading criteria. Orthodontic therapy is increasingly incorporated into the management...

Background: Tooth loss causes alveolar bone resorption, which may hinder the ability of implant placement. Socket preservation with immediate implant placement is one of the methods used to reduce bone resorption. In this retrospective study, we eval...

Background: In order to reduce the prolonged duration of orthodontic treatment, several surgical techniques have been proposed over the years. Corticotomy and piezocision are the two most widely used techniques, and, given the lack of consensus in th...

Background/Objectives: A person’s values regarding oral health significantly shape their related behaviors and habits. Therefore, it is essential to systematically study this relationship and create reliable tools to assess perceptions of oral...

Background: The mechanical properties of either alveolar bone or periodontal ligaments under orthodontic loading, as well as orthodontic tooth movement, have been studied in recent years using computational approaches. In previous studies, we develop...

Objectives: This randomized clinical trial evaluated the microbiological efficacy and the ergonomic impact of three prototypes of a device to reduce aerosol dispersion during dental procedures. Methods: Sixty patients undergoing dental care using hig...

Background/Objectives: For dental implant treatment to be successful, esthetics, functionality, and cleanability are all required of the superstructure, which is the final prosthesis. Screw fixation and cementation have been the conventional methods...

Background/Objectives: The use of titanium meshes in bone regeneration is a clinical procedure that regenerates bone defects by ensuring graft stability and biocompatibility. The aim of the present investigation was to evaluate the clinical effective...

Background/Objectives: Preclinical training in pediatric dentistry is traditionally performed on acrylic primary teeth or natural extracted teeth in phantoms or dental manikins. With technological advancements, virtual simulation has become increasin...

Background/Objectives: The morphology of roots and root canals has a significant influence on the outcome of endodontic treatment. This study aimed to compare premolar root and root canal configurations between Central American and European subpopula...

Objectives: Endodontic instruments require thorough decontamination and sterilization before use and reuse to ensure the safety and success of treatments. However, standardized protocols are lacking. This study aimed to quantitatively assess the effe...

Background/Objectives: The excessive consumption of free sugars adversely impacts health, contributing to systemic disorders and significantly increasing the risk of dental caries. Children are particularly vulnerable to dental caries due to their di...

Background/Objectives: The aim of this study is to investigate the side effects of two techniques of rapid maxillary expansion—Surgically Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (SARPE) and Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (MARPE)—in a...

Objectives: Dental erosion has evolved into a common condition with growing concern in the dental community. The aim of this study was to explore the protective effects of two highly fluoridated products, silver fluoride solution (silver diamine fluo...

Background/Objectives: Whiter teeth are widely accepted as the most beautiful. With the growing demand for whiter teeth, several manufacturers have launched different brands of whitening toothpaste claiming to be effective in removing tooth stains an...