2026 March - 60 articles
Background: Dental adhesive materials are important for achieving adequate adhesion results; however, they are not the only factor contributing to final bond strength, as improper operatory field isolation and contamination also significantly influen...
Dental amalgam remains widely used in restorative dentistry due to its durability and cost-effectiveness, yet concerns persist regarding potential biological effects related to mercury release. This narrative review critically synthesizes current evi...
Objectives: This study aimed to analyze the three-dimensional displacement of maxillary first molars using a finite element model with two headgear configurations, namely cervical and horizontal pull headgears, as well as pendulum, infrazygomatic min...
Background: Partial ceramic veneers in the esthetic zone are a novel, conservative alternative to traditional veneer preparations intended to preserve maximum tooth structure. This narrative review summarizes the available clinical case reports on pa...
Background: Implant therapy is a standard of care for long-term tooth replacement. While high survival rates have been reported for implants placed by specialists, data on outcomes achieved by Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residents...
Background: Psoriasis is a chronic immune-mediated inflammatory disease characterized by systemic inflammation and complex immune dysregulation that extends beyond the skin and may affect the oral environment. Increasing evidence suggests that saliva...
Background/Objectives: An effective inferior alveolar nerve block (IANB) is critical for mandibular third molar surgery, especially for novice student operators who face steep learning curves. This study compared the clinical efficacy and safety of 4...
Background/Objectives: Traumatic dental injuries (TDIs), particularly avulsion, require immediate and appropriate first aid to ensure favorable outcomes. Adolescents are often the first responders during school or sports activities, yet their prepare...
Background/Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of a mouth rinse, MucoPEG™, containing a polyethylene glycol derivative, on oral dryness, compared to Biotène® Dry Mouth Gentle Oral Rinse (Biotène®). Methods:...
Background/Objectives: This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the clinical effectiveness of regenerative surgical treatments compared with open flap debridement (OFD) in the management of peri-implantitis and, secondarily, assessed whethe...
Background/Objectives: This technical report introduces an innovative hybrid digital workflow that integrates diagnostic plaster-cast scanning with intraoral scanning to produce an accurate 3D-printed model for fabricating distal-extension removable...
Background/Objectives: Accessory mandibular foramina (AMaFs) are small osseous openings of the mandible that are clinically relevant anatomical variations. This study aimed to characterize the morphology and spatial distribution of AMaFs in dry mandi...
Background: Dental students need to qualify with a clear understanding of the continuum of biological development from the molecular (genetic, epigenetic and environmental interactions) to the cellular (morphogenesis and differentiation) to the emerg...
Background/Objectives: Lithium disilicate (LD) veneers are widely used for minimally invasive anterior rehabilitation because of their favorable optical and mechanical properties. Fully digital workflows have been proposed as alternatives to conventi...
Background: Oral health during adolescence is a key determinant of long-term well-being and health equity. Despite widespread recognition of its importance, disparities in knowledge, motivation, and access to care persist. This study was conducted in...
Objectives: This systematic review evaluated the clinical performance and survival of adhesive attachments used as retention elements for removable partial dentures (RPDs) and analyzed associated biological and technical complications. Methods: A sys...
Background/Objectives: This study aims to compare two techniques for the removal of Thermafil obturators, evaluating the influence of operator experience in two different typologies of samples. Methods: Sixty single-rooted extracted teeth with round...
Background: The increasing use of electronic cigarettes (ECIGs), especially among youth, has raised concerns about the impact of vaping on oral health. While ECIGs are often marketed as a safer alternative, the existing literature suggests that their...
Background: Persistent endodontic infections remain a significant challenge in root canal therapy, primarily due to the complexity of root canal anatomy and the formation of resistant microbial biofilms. Conventional irrigants, including sodium hypoc...
Background/Objectives: Dental anxiety and uncooperative behavior present significant challenges in pediatric dentistry and may adversely affect treatment outcomes and oral health. The main goal of this study was to evaluate the predictive performance...
Background/Objectives: The achievement of stable and functional occlusal contacts represents a key objective of orthodontic treatment, particularly in growing patients. Evidence comparing the effectiveness of these two modalities in establishing adeq...
Objectives: Oral leukoplakia (OL) is the most prevalent oral potentially malignant disorder and requires accurate diagnosis, safe excision, and reliable margin evaluation to minimize recurrence and malignant transformation. Diode laser excision is in...
Objectives: This study evaluated the accuracy of an artificial intelligence (AI)-based cephalometric software (WebCeph version 2.0.0.) compared with manual tracing and determined whether stratifying patients by chronological age or dentition stage pr...
Background: Artificial intelligence (AI) systems are increasingly being used in digital smile design and esthetic treatment planning; however, evidence comparing the esthetic performance of AI-generated designs with expert clinician-generated designs...
Background/Objectives: Dental aesthetics has been shown to be associated with psychosocial functioning and self-perception, underscoring the importance of integrating psychosocial considerations into holistic patient care. This study assessed self-pe...
Background/Objectives: The increasing use of digital manufacturing techniques in prosthodontics has raised concerns regarding the long-term esthetic performance of provisional restorations. This in vitro study aimed to compare the color stability of...
Background/Objectives: Subcutaneous emphysema is a rare but potentially life-threatening complication of dental procedures caused by the penetration of pressurized air into submucosal tissues and its spread through cervicofacial and mediastinal space...
Background/Objectives: Early differentiation of odontogenic cervicofacial necrotizing fasciitis (NF) from odontogenic abscess (OA) is clinically challenging yet critical due to the need for urgent surgical and antimicrobial escalation. We evaluated w...
Background/Objectives: Deep subgingival proximal carious lesions present significant restorative and periodontal challenges, especially when approaching the supracrestal attachment (SA). This study compared two established deep margin elevation (DME)...
Background/Objectives: Endodontic sealers can interact with periapical tissues through extrusion, yet the molecular mechanisms underlying their biological effects remain poorly defined. This study investigated how commonly used sealers influence mito...
Background/Objectives: To make a dental office more environmentally conscious, it is essential to use eco-friendly disinfectants without compromising patient safety. Our aim was to examine and compare the effectiveness of the commonly used convention...
Background/Objectives: Endodontic–periodontal lesions (EPLs) represent complex pathological conditions arising from interactions between endodontic and periodontal infections. Existing classification systems primarily describe the etiology or p...
Background: Successful root canal treatment depends on the synergy between mechanical instrumentation and chemical disinfection. The internal canal geometry, particularly taper configuration, critically influences irrigant flow and penetration. Conve...
Background: The attached gingiva (AG) is the portion of the gingiva firmly bound to the underlying alveolar bone and root cementum, rendering it immobile during functioning. Its dense connective tissue attachment contributes to resistance against mec...
Aim: Static guided computer-assisted apicoectomy has been shown to improve the precision of periapical surgery; however, limited data are available regarding its performance and accuracy in hard bone conditions. The primary aim of this study was to c...
Background/Objectives: Emergency department healthcare professionals are often the first to provide treatment, yet studies indicate limited knowledge in Traumatic Dental Injuries (TDIs) management among these providers. While research on TDI manageme...
Background/Objectives: This study evaluates the level of knowledge among dental students regarding infection prevention and control measures in dental practice. Methods: A total of 225 students from the Medical University of Plovdiv participated in a...
Background: Oral frailty is an emerging determinant of late-life disability. While objective functional measures have been proposed as key indicators, their combined role in predicting frailty among physically active older adults remains unclear. The...
Background: The effective elimination of root canal microbiota is essential for the treatment of apical periodontitis. The smear layer formed during instrumentation limits the penetration of irrigants into dentinal tubules, making chelation a critica...
Background/Objectives: The formation of a soft tissue seal through mucosal integration around dental implants is critical for potentially achieving long-term peri-implant health and clinical success. Understanding how different implant and abutment s...
Background/Objectives: Clinical and scientific professionalization in orthodontics requires a comprehensive understanding of the biomechanical principles governing force generation and distribution produced by orthodontic appliances, beyond purely es...
Objectives: This study aimed to characterize the age-related trends of caries experience among preschool children in Shenzhen, China. Methods: This cross-sectional study recruited 3- to 5-year-old preschool children in Shenzhen via a multistage rando...
This narrative review aims to analyze sex-specific differences in oral health, examine hormonal influences in women during puberty, pregnancy, and menopause, and compare oral health behaviors between men and women. Articles were selected based on: (1...
Background: This cross-sectional designed study aimed to identify the sources of oral health activities (OHA) by introducing a new OHA sources questionnaire (OHAQ-S). Methods: The OHAQ-S was developed from a sample of 658 university students and incl...
Background/Objectives: Among vat polymerization technologies, liquid-crystal display (LCD) 3D printing has gained popularity in dentistry because of its affordability and acceptable resolution. However, the factors influencing the dimensional accurac...
Background: Health disparities are differences in healthcare access influenced by factors such as race, socioeconomic status, and geography. Oral health disparities show similar patterns, with underrepresented minorities (URM) facing greater barriers...
Background: Periodontitis is a highly prevalent chronic inflammatory disease characterized by a complex host–microbe interaction and modulated by systemic regulatory pathways, including stress-related neuroendocrine and immunological mechanisms...
Background: This in vitro study compared color stability, surface properties, and microbial adhesion of four gingival epithesis materials (silicone: Gingivamoll®; nylon: Valplast®; PETG-based high-performance polymer: Eldy Plus®; PMMA: Pa...
Background/Objectives: Adequate peri-implant soft tissue thickness is essential for long-term peri-implant health and esthetics. Horizontal platelet-rich fibrin (H-PRF) has been proposed to support soft tissue regeneration; however, experimental and...
Background: As a fundamental component of general health, oral health is of significant global concern, with the global burden of dental diseases continuing to rise. Dentists are expected not only to provide clinical care but also to model healthy be...
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