Dentistry Journal, Volume 13, Issue 4

This review aims to provide an overview of the types of membranes, bone substitutes, and mucosal substitutes used for GTR and GBR and briefly explores recent innovations for tissue regeneration and their future perspectives. Since this is a narrative...

Periodontitis is a chronic inflammatory disease characterized by the destruction of tooth-supporting structures, influenced by immune system dysregulation, oxidative stress, and imbalances in bone metabolism. Given its multifactorial pathogenesis, bi...

Background/Objectives: Achieving a sufficient volume of augmented bone, particularly for vertical bone regeneration, remains challenging. This study investigated the use of basic fibroblast growth factor 2 (FGF-2) to promote bone augmentation beyond...

Objectives: To evaluate any changes in condylar and mandibular ramus height and dental malocclusion in adult patients with temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) diagnosed with DC/TMD criteria after treatment with an upper occlusal splint. Methods: This...

Objective: This study investigated the shaping efficiency of four reciprocating systems—WaveOne Gold, Reciproc Blue, Excalibur, and One Reci—in three dimensional (3D) resin models of natural mandibular premolar teeth with two canals. Meth...

Objectives: A retrospective clinical audit was carried out to evaluate and compare the quality of record-keeping (QRK) and quality of root canal therapy (QRCT) performed by 4th-year and 5th-year predoctoral students. Methods: Electronic records and p...

(1) Background: Natural-looking dental restorations require careful selection of the restorative material, with color and translucency characteristics similar to the natural dental structures. (2) Objectives: This research aimed to evaluate if there...

Background/Objectives: This literature review aims to systematically analyze the efficacy of electrolytic cleaning for treating peri-implantitis, including its impact on disease resolution, re-osseointegration of treated implants, and peri-implantiti...

Background/Objectives: Oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) has become increasingly significant in dentistry. By incorporating patient perspectives through questionnaires alongside objective diagnoses, the understanding of diseases is enhance...

Background/Objectives: Lately, there has been a greater focus on the function of the dento-mandibular apparatus, specifically on the location of the jaw and occlusion. Given the new potential insights, the current study aimed to comprehensively analy...

Background: Managing unilateral maxillary lateral incisor agenesis (UMLIA) with an associated microdontic or peg-shaped contralateral incisor (Mi or Peg MLI) presents clinical and esthetic challenges. Deciding between orthodontic space opening (OSO)...

Background: Dental fluorosis can affect the micromorphology of dentin, a fact that could present constraints relating to the structural, mechanical, and chemical stability of dentin when it is demineralized in operative maneuvers. Introduction: The a...

Background/Objectives: To evaluate the role of temporomandibular disorder (TMD)-related diagnostics in orthodontic treatment routines and investigate what consequences are drawn from symptoms concerning orthodontic treatment planning and therapy. Met...

Background: The immune reactions of patients suffering from chronic allergies and asthma are associated with systemic imbalances that may lead to the overexpression of mediators potentially involved in bone remodeling during orthodontic tooth movemen...

Objectives: The aim of this double-blind, clinical trial study was to evaluate the clinical and antibacterial effects of a herbal toothpaste containing white mustard Sinapis alba extract in comparison to a placebo toothpaste. Methods: One hundred and...

Objective: The objective of this study is to highlight the critical role of pediatric dentists in promoting oral health prevention among leukemia patients. In fact, oral manifestations frequently serve as the initial clinical indicators of leukemia,...

Background/Objectives: Tooth color is key in determining aesthetic appearance during restorative and prosthodontic treatments. To establish a more reliable methodology for shade selection, this study investigated differences in the discrimination and...

Background/Objectives: Negative stories about dentists are prevalent in mass media and in social discourse. This study explores the associations between dental anxiety, negative dental stories, and negative dental experiences, and how these phenomena...

Introduction: non-surgical periodontal treatment, primarily comprising scaling and root planing, is crucial for the maintenance and enhancement of oral health. However, the invasive nature of this procedure often leads to patient discomfort and pain,...

Background/Objectives: Nisin A, an antimicrobial peptide produced by Lactococcus lactis, primarily shows antimicrobial activity against Gram-positive bacteria, with efficacy increased when used in combination with an antimicrobial drug. On the other...

Background/Objectives: Dental pulp stem cells (DPSCs) are of significant interest due to their mesenchymal lineage and relative availability from extracted teeth. This study aims to examine the relationship between fibronectin-adherent, non-fibronect...

Objectives: Early observations often fail to detect anomalies that may impact the health and quality of life of newborns. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of oral anomalies in newborns and explore their possible associations with sociodem...

Bioceramic materials for endodontic treatments have gradually transformed over the years into materials with enhanced biocompatibility and chemical and mechanical properties compared to earlier generations. In endodontics procedures, these materials...

Background/Objectives: This double-blinded study aimed to evaluate the clinical performance of a giomer restorative material in comparison to a nanotechnology-based restorative system for the restoration of non-carious cervical lesions over a period...

Background/Objectives: This study tested a method for evaluating the internal fit of indirect resin-based composite (RBC) restorations, as well as the influence of different combinations of impression and die materials on the reproducibility of the t...

Objectives: This study aimed to histologically evaluate, in humans, the orientation of collagen fibers around screw-less, Morse taper, hemispherical base abutments. Methods: This study was designed as an observational, case–control, clinical tr...

Objectives: The objective of this study is to compare the bone-regenerating capacity between chitosan foam and chitosan membrane scaffolds. Methods: A medium-weight chitosan acidic mixture was used to prepare two scaffolds of freeze-dried chitosan fo...

Background/Objectives: The purpose of this study was to develop a digital workflow to incorporate the mucosal projection of the pathways of the greater palatal artery into a static surgical guide used for free gingival graft harvesting and connective...

Background/Objectives: Intraoral (IO) radiographs are critical for endodontic diagnostics, yet conventional orthoradial imaging often results in superimposition, limiting the visibility of individual root canals. Maxillary first premolars pose challe...

Background: Digital planning and the use of a static surgical guide for implant placement provide predictability and safety for patients and practitioners. The aim of this study was to investigate differences in the accuracy and fit of long and short...

Background: Dental biofilm-induced gingivitis is a prevalent condition caused by dental plaque accumulation. Chlorhexidine mouthwash is a gold standard for plaque control but is associated with adverse effects such as tooth staining and altered taste...

Background/Objectives: With the increasing use of dental implants in edentulous patients and the high prevalence of peri-implantitis, understanding its microbial and risk factors is crucial. This study investigated Romanian patients from two private...

Background/Objectives: C-shaped canals represent a challenge in endodontic procedures. The present study aimed to investigate the prevalence and characteristics of C-shaped canals in mandibular second molars in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Methods: CBCT recor...

Background/Objectives: Retrospective analysis of long-term periodontal tooth loss (PTL) during supportive periodontal care (SPC) in patients with Stage III/IV periodontitis who received strictly non-surgical periodontal treatment. Methods: Fully docu...

Background/Objectives: The socket-shield technique (SST) was developed to preserve the facial/buccal portion of a tooth root to prevent post-extraction ridge resorption. It has gained attention for use in anterior implant sites, but its application i...

Objectives: The upper central incisors play a central role in esthetics, symmetry, and function. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the use of narrow-diameter implants (NDIs) for replacing single missing upper central incisors, addressing the g...

Background: There is high demand for white and healthy teeth. Therefore, various whitening toothpastes are commercially available. Hydroxyapatite and blue covarine are two ingredients used in whitening toothpaste formulations. Objectives: This in vit...

Background/Objectives: Rapid palatal expansion is commonly used to correct maxillary deficiencies. However, medications like Isotretinoin may influence bone remodeling during treatment. Isotretinoin, a drug used to treat acne, was the focus of this s...

Background/Objectives: We wished to evaluate in vitro whether vacuum plasma surface treatment of bone graft substitutes and resorbable membranes could improve the hydrophilicity and wettability of the tested materials. Methods: A total of 28 steriliz...

Background: Peri-implantitis, the most prevalent cause of implant failure, is a multifaceted issue that is influenced by various factors that promote biofilm formation around the implant. Although various innovative methods for microbiological decont...

Background: Rapid advances in dental medicine necessitate a shift from traditional educational paradigms to competency-based education (CBE), which emphasizes the acquisition of specific clinical and professional skills. Aim: This study examines the...

Background/Objectives: Adoption of digital dentistry into curricula by higher education institutions has become mandatory. Implementing changes in stringent and crowded curricula requires meaningful evaluation. The current study aimed to assess the p...

Background/Objectives: Fracture resistance is crucial for provisional crowns, especially under high-stress conditions like bruxism. While semi-permanent materials such as Luxacrown are designed for durability, their performance under extreme occlusal...