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Objectives: The present study evaluated the efficacy of a preparation based on bacterial lysates of Streptococcus oralis, Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans and Fusobacterium nucleatum in the treatment of experimental periodontitis in rats, compar...

Background: Periodontal disease is a chronic inflammatory condition characterized by progressive destruction of the supporting tissues of the teeth. MicroRNAs (miRNAs) have emerged as key post-transcriptional regulators of immune and inflammatory res...

Background: Periodontitis is a disease characterized by the destruction of periodontal tissue and tooth loss. The molecular mechanisms behind this disease, however, are not clearly understood. Ferroptosis is an iron-dependent, lipid peroxidation-driv...

Objective: Bilateral cleft lip and palate (BCLP) is a craniofacial malformation often associated with anatomical and functional impairments, including a shallow oral vestibule in the premaxillary region. This condition requires a vestibuloplasty to r...

Objective: This study was intended to evaluate the effects of the case-based learning (CBL) and Sandwich teaching methods in clinical practice of prosthodontics. Methods: 82 fifth-year students who were undertaking clinical practice of prosthodontics...

Background: Infective endocarditis (IE) is a severe and multifactorial condition historically linked to dental procedures. Current evidence shows that most cases arise from complex host–microbe interactions and biofilm colonization on damaged e...

Background/Objectives: Dental caries remains one of the most prevalent chronic diseases in early childhood, and traditional preventive strategies often fail to achieve sustained risk reduction without individualized management. The Caries Management...

Studies on links between Oral Health-Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL) and use of dental services among UK children are lacking. This study aimed to assess the relationship between OHRQoL and dental attendance in 12- and 15-year-old children in the UK...

Iatrogenic maxillary sinusitis accounts for a significant proportion of unilateral sinus infections. This report describes a 36-year-old HIV-positive patient with Serratia marcescens chronic left maxillary sinusitis and ethmoiditis caused by migratio...

Objectives: To compare artificial intelligence (AI) crown design with expert or non-AI computer-aided (CAD) design for single-unit tooth and implant-supported crowns across efficiency, marginal and internal fit, morphology and occlusion, and mechanic...

Background: The progressive aging of the population has led to an increased prevalence of chronic diseases and polypharmacy, with arterial hypertension representing one of the most frequent conditions. Consequently, the management of vital signs duri...

Background/Objectives: This article presents a novel approach that combines the Palatal Silicone Key and Injection Molding techniques as a viable alternative for complex anterior cases with high esthetic demands, where layering multiple shades is ess...

Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the influence of saliva on the adhesion of C. albicans to various obturator prosthetic materials. Methods: This in vitro study investigated C. albicans adherence using clinical isolates, including one isola...

Objectives: The aim of this study was to present and describe a digital workflow integrating Digital Smile Design (DSD) with computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) and additive manufacturing technologies for the fabrication of d...

Objectives: This cross-sectional study aimed to evaluate oral health knowledge, self-perceived oral status, hygiene behaviors, prevalence of dental injuries, and mouthguard use among Croatian basketball players and coaches. Materials and Methods: A t...

Objectives: To assess the utility of Microsoft Copilot, a generative AI tool, in providing meaningful differential diagnosis and management strategies comparable with those generated by a board-certified radiologist using cone beam computed tomograph...

Objectives: This study aimed to comprehensively evaluate and compare the therapeutic effects of Right Angle Maxillary Protraction Appliance (RAMPA) therapy on nasal airway volume in pediatric patients, specifically differentiated by their baseline ra...

Background: Cognitive aging is a physiological process that involves gradual and mild changes in mental functions. When these changes significantly affect cognitive performance, it is considered cognitive decline. Objective: This analytical cross-sec...

Background/Objectives: The purpose of this in vitro study is to evaluate the effect varying palatal vault depths have on the accuracy of complete maxillary denture bases fabricated using additive manufacturing technology. Methods: One hundred complet...

Objective: This is the first population-based study to separately examine whether preventive and treatment dental visits modify the association between stressful life events and toothache. Psychological stress may alter health-seeking behaviors and p...

Background: The time from mastication to swallowing is used as an indicator of masticatory and swallowing functions. However, there have been no reports on reasonable eating times associated with eating satisfaction. Clarifying the reasonable time fo...

Background/Objectives: Dental malocclusions are often treated with appliances made of metal alloys. These alloys biodegrade in oral cavity and release toxic metals such as nickel and chromium. This study aimed to assess nickel and chromium content in...

Background/Objectives: Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) is a serious complication of antiresorptive and antiangiogenic drugs with no consensus on optimal treatment. This study aimed to evaluate the clinical outcomes of MRONJ patien...

Introduction: This study aimed to evaluate the educational value of YouTube videos presenting information on pediatric orthodontic treatments, specifically clear aligners, fixed braces, and lingual braces. Methods: A cross-sectional analysis was cond...

Background/objectives: Zirconia dental implants are increasingly recognised as an alternative to titanium implants due to their biocompatibility and aesthetics. Initially developed as one-piece systems, zirconia implants have evolved into two-piece d...

Molar incisor hypomineralisation (MIH) is a developmental defect affecting permanent first molars and often the incisors too. Hypomineralised second primary molars (HSPM) have been proposed as potential early indicators of MIH. Aim: The aim was to id...

Introduction: Infantile Refsum disease (IRD) is considered one of the milder phenotypes within the Zellweger Spectrum Disorders (ZSDs), a group of peroxisomal biogenesis disorders characterized by a generalized impairment of peroxisomal function. Pat...

Background/Objectives: Despite decades of technological progress, the diagnosis of dental caries still depends largely on subjective, operator-dependent assessment, leading to inconsistent detection of early lesions and delayed intervention. Artifici...

The interplay between the oral and gut microbiota and systemic health has garnered significant attention in recent years, particularly concerning hematological malignancies. Multiple myeloma and other hematological cancers are characterized by immune...

Background/Objectives: Dentin hypersensitivity (DH) is associated with gingival recession and dentin exposure. Biomimetic hydroxyapatite (HAp) reduces DH by occluding dentinal tubules, with conventional toothpaste formulations showing benefits. High-...

Background/Purpose: The study aimed to analyze the dimensions and width-to-length ratios of the maxillary anterior teeth in young native Cambodian adults and to assess their relationship with the golden proportion, symmetry, and sexual dimorphism. Ma...

Background: Periapical surgery is indicated for persistent periapical lesions that do not respond to conventional endodontic therapy, yet postoperative recovery is often hindered by pain, swelling, and delayed healing. Platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) memb...

Background: The precision of intraoral scanners (IOSs) is a key factor in ensuring the reliability of digital impressions, particularly in full-arch workflows. Although proprietary metrology tools are generally employed for scanner validation, open-s...

Background/Objectives: As antimicrobial dental treatments, based on chemical products, long tested for their efficacy, have been lately associated with developing antimicrobial resistance, there is a growing interest to identify and develop efficient...

Background/Objectives: Early diagnosis of periodontal disease is vital for preventing disease progression and improving patient outcomes. This study explored healthcare professionals’ perspectives on a novel minimally invasive biofluid sampling...

Objective: This study aimed to determine the association between periodontal disease and dementia in older adults in Lima Centro. Materials and methods: A cross-sectional analytical study was conducted in 112 institutionalized older adults, who were...

Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate dentists’ knowledge in Split-Dalmatia County regarding bisphosphonates and their oral side effects. Methods: An anonymous, 20-item questionnaire assessing demographics, knowledge of indications, mechanis...

Background and Objectives: Stereolithography (SLA) enables the creation of physical replicas of digital models, offering surgeons a realistic representation of patient anatomy. This technology improves diagnostics and surgical planning, facilitates c...

Background: Intraoral pressure contributes significantly to bolus transport during swallowing, along with tongue and pharyngeal pressures. However, conventional assessment methods (e.g., manometry, tongue pressure measurement) have limitations, inclu...

Background: Artificial intelligence technologies are increasingly integrated into dental practice, offering potential improvements in diagnostic accuracy, treatment planning, and patient outcomes. However, the extent and quality of evidence supportin...

Background: Commercial oral care products commonly incorporate synthetic antimicrobials such as cetylpyridinium chloride (Cetyl Cl.), L-Arginine (L-arg.), and stannous fluoride (SnF₂). Although effective against oral pathogens, these agents are often...

Background/Objectives: Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors are commonly prescribed anti-hypertensive agents. However, one of their effects is reducing the breakdown of a number of pro-inflammatory mediators, including bradykinin and substa...

Background: Antimicrobial resistance in oral pathogens drives interest in natural alternatives such as essential oils (EOs). Methods: The chemical composition and in vitro antimicrobial activity of Origanum vulgare, Thymus vulgaris, and Lavandula ang...

Background/Objectives: Dental anxiety has been demonstrated to exert a significant influence on the frequency of treatment, the degree of patient compliance, and the long-term implications for oral health. The objective of this study was to evaluate...

Acrylic resin is widely used in removable dental prostheses due to its biocompatibility, low cost, and ease of handling; however, it presents mechanical limitations and a high susceptibility to microbial colonization, particularly by Candida albicans...

This study aimed to explore the added value and usage of laser Doppler flowmetry (LDF) in conjunction with continuous tissue (arterial) oxygen saturation (SO₂) monitoring, electrical pulp testing (EPT), cold stimulation (CS) testing, and apical X-ray...

The rapid digitization of dentistry is significantly transforming fixed prosthodontics, a discipline highly dependent on technical precision. This narrative review, incorporating a structured literature search, provides a critical overview of how dig...

Background: Early childhood caries (ECC) is a common chronic disease in young children, influenced by multiple factors, including the activity of bacteria and other microorganisms, diet, and immune response. Pro-inflammatory cytokines like interleuki...

Objective: The purpose of this study was to compare the flexural strength, flexural modulus, hardness, and surface roughness of one brand each of 3D-printed and heat-cured acrylic resin materials after they were immersed in various disinfection solut...

Background: Peri-implantitis is an inflammatory condition caused by bacterial plaque and several factors like diabetes, smoking, titanium bio-tribocorrosion, implant–abutment micromovements, occlusal overload, cement remnants, and poor oral hyg...