The Prosthetic rehabilitation has evolved since the introduction of implant therapy. The implant protocol has changed through time, mostly because of the confidence in the new screw’s surfaces, some allowing early osseointegration and biomaterial in special deproteinized bo [....] » Read More
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Digital technology has become an integral part of dentistry in recent years. The congruence of scanning, visualization, CAD, milling, rapid prototyping and 3D printing technologies have led to its use in all aspects of dentistry. This presentation focuses on the applications of d [....] » Read More
The COVID-19 pandemic has had devastating implications for the UK dental profession. As a result of the mode of transmission of coronavirus, clinical dentistry has had to rapidly evolve and there have been drastic changes to the way in which UK dental professionals operate. Follo [....] » Read More
Background and Aims: There are 1,878 new cancer diagnoses in children in United Kingdom. Oral infection or disease can be a serious contraindication to progression of further surgical treatment and quality of life. The aim of this review is to evaluate current research in oral [....] » Read More
Dentine Hypersensitivity (DH) is a recognised clinical condition that is somewhat enigmatic in nature and impacts on the QoL of those who suffer from the problem. It is therefore imperative that clinicians not only identify and diagnose DH, but also be aware of the impact of DH o [....] » Read More
Facial trauma can be considered one of the most devastating aggressions found in trauma centers due to the emotional consequences and the possibility of deformity. This eventuality acquires a much greater danger when produced in children, because regardless of the possible facial [....] » Read More
Unerupted or impacted tooth is a dental organ that, even when fully developed did not erupt at the regular time, lying inside the bone completely surrounded by bone or bone and mucosal tissue. This paper aims to report a clinical case of a 14-year-old female patient who attended [....] » Read More
The bites that are of most interest to the dental surgeon are caused by domestic animals, especially dogs and cats. These injuries are of great importance, as they have a high rate of contamination and can cause some systemic diseases caused by bacteria, viruses, protozoa and par [....] » Read More
The digitalisation in the field of dentistry particularly talking in terms of Dental Implantology is running swiftly. The contribution from the various sources of digital dentistry i.e. the digital devices namely the 3D CBCT (Cone Beam Computed Tomography), Digital Scanners inclu [....] » Read More
Title : How to diagnose and treat the fulcrum effect
Robert L Kaspers, University of Detroit, United States
For years, orthodontists have utilized two-dimensional radiographs to treatment plan their orthodontic treatment. Fortunately, the advent of cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) allows an orthodontist to take a “functional” radiograph, so the condylar position c [....] » Read More
Title : Practical guidelines for managing dentine hypersensitivity in clinical practice
David Gillam, Queen Mary University of London, United Kingdom
Dentine Hypersensitivity (DH) is a relatively common, yet troublesome clinical condition that may have an impact on the quality of life (QoL) of individuals who suffer from it. The pain associated with the condition has been described as rapid on onset, sharp in character and tra [....] » Read More
Title : What are the variables responsible for the drop in the estimate of oral cancer in the State of Parana - Brazil in the period from 2020 to 2022
Laurindo Moacir Sassi, Erasto Gaertner Hospital and Mackenzie Evangelical University Hospital, Brazil
Our experience of 30 years of research in the area of oral cancer in the State of Paraná-Brazil(SP-B)teaches us that prevention and information are the only ways to reduce oral cancer. We observed a high rate of lip lesions of solar etiology and lesions of the oral mucosa [....] » Read More
Title : Performing MRI scans in human subjects wearing metallic orthodontic braces
Jun Hua, Johns Hopkins, United States
MR images are very sensitive to susceptibility artifacts in the presence of metallic objects such as dental braces. This impedes the application of MRI for studies involving participants wearing metallic dental braces. It also presents a significant barrier for presurgical MRI in [....] » Read More
Title : Uncovering the mystery of bio-aerosol transmission and how to reduce risk
Pat Keady, Aerosol Devices Inc.,, United States
The COVID-19 pandemic has completely changed the way we look at hygiene, occupational health and public safety protocols, especially in professions such as medical and dental where close contact with people is a requirement. In the early stages of the worldwide pandemic, there wa [....] » Read More
Title : Fusion of an impacted third and supernumerary fourth molar tooth with concrescence of the second molar: a very rare case and novel treatment approach
Julian Leow, Northwick Park Hospital, United Kingdom
Introduction: We report the very rare case of a symptomatic 41-year-old female presenting with fusion of an impacted third (LL8) and fourth (LL9) mandibular molar tooth with concrescence of the second molar tooth (LL7). We share our experience of pre-operative cone-beam compute [....] » Read More
Title : A unique case of a non-radiation induced angiosarcoma of the parotid mimicking temporomandibular joint disease
Julian Leow, Northwick Park Hospital, United Kingdom
Introduction: Temporomandibular disease (TMD) is a common yet not fully understood condition. Many patients with TMD present to oral and maxillofacial clinics, however it is important to have a differential diagnosis as symptoms of certain conditions are similar. We present [....] » Read More
Title : A retrospective study examining the presentation of paediatric dental trauma injuries and immediate management over 4-year period at a regional childrens hospital
Shima Chundoo, Birmingham Children’s Hospital, United Kingdom
Introduction: Over the past four years, children have sustained massive changes to their lifestyle, schooling, intergenerational and generational interactions. Trends in dental trauma are evolving and management has changed. The aim of this study is to assess trends in the presen [....] » Read More
Title : Alveolar bone modeling observed in response to treatment with SLB (Damon System) and early light elastic of patients with skeletal open bite malocclusion
Bashar Muselmani, Tishreen University, Germany
This retrospective cephalometric study was performed on a sample of 20 patients with a skeletal Open bite malocclusion. 11 males, 9 females, age 12.5 +/- 1.7 years) treated with early light elastic protocol and Damon system. The cephalometric analysis was performed at the beginni [....] » Read More
Title : Surgical excision of polymorphous adenocarcinoma in the left maxilla with mucocutaneous flap reconstruction
Lohana Maylane Aquino Correia de Lima, Federal University of Pernambuco, Brazil
Introduction: Low-grade polymorphous adenocarcinoma is a malignant neoplasm of salivary glands with uncommon occurrence in the head and neck region. The lesions occur more frequently among elderly females between the sixth and eighth decades of life, with a higher prevalence for [....] » Read More
Title : Maternal periodontal disease promotes changes in microRNA expression patterns in adult offspring
Maria Sara de Lima Coutinho Mattera, Sao Paulo State University, Brazil
The fetal programming hypothesis suggests that stimuli or aggressions during intrauterine life may result in permanent physiological and metabolic changes in the offspring, increasing the risk of disease in adult life. Changes in microRNA expression patterns are considered one of [....] » Read More
Title : Preventive treatment in sleep apnea patients
Eduardo Rubio, Argentinian Catholic University, Argentina
Sleep apnea is a very common pathology. The patient has sleep disorders, with usually very loud snoring and stop respiration. Is a very common condition in clase II patients or in long faces with posterior rotational growth of the mandible. It’s very important to recognize [....] » Read More
Title : Curative properties of green tea on oral squamous cell carcinoma: In-vitro study
Shanthi Vanka, Ibn Sina National College for Medical Studies, Saudi Arabia
Introduction: The Oral Squamous Cell carcinoma (OSCC) is the most prevalent cancer in the oral cavity with the highest mortality rate. Anticancer drugs like Cisplatin are used extensively to treat OSCC but are known to have serious side effects. Hence there exists a pressing need [....] » Read More
Title : An exploration of SARS-COV-2 susceptibility in oral epithelial cells
Jinfeng Peng, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, China
Background Since the end of 2019, the burst of SARS-COV-2 has brought great negative influence to the whole world. It is reported that SARS-COV-2, like the SARS virus, invades cells by using S protein to bind to angiotensin- converting enzyme II (ACE2) receptors on the surface of [....] » Read More
Title : The influence of the first coronavirus wave on the two week-wait head and neck cancer referrals to a London hospital
Nermin Hayek, King’s College Hospital, United Kingdom
The coronavirus Covid-19 has sent reverberations in all aspects of healthcare, where its spread in 2019 has impacted multiple National Health Services, including the head and neck cancer clinics. Early diagnosis combined with the appropriate treatment plays an unquestionable sign [....] » Read More