The use of both therapeutic and cosmetic products is widely used in dentistry and these products may play an adjunctive role in maintaining oral health. For practical purposes these products can be placed into the following categories, namely: )1dental caries prevention, 2) reduc [....] » Read More
Although implant treatment has evolved since first Branemark rehabilitaon the need for a bone housing is sll primary task. Many mes oral surgeon face huge bone defects that limit implant supported prosthesis and have to decide what kind of regenerave treatment to proceed, and can [....] » Read More
Biomimetic is an area of science that aims to study biological structures and their functions, seeking to learn from Nature. In Dentistry, the biomimetic approach is how can we use the restorative material to integrate in the oral system like the natural teeth, with proprieties a [....] » Read More
The exhibition follows a line of clinical research with statistical analysis of the data obtained from two groups of patients with periodontal disease of different severity (Stages 2, 3 and 4). These study groups belong to private practice and public care services of the Faculty [....] » Read More
DentalFEM aims to be the first software tool in the market for optimized implantology procedures based on mathematical methods. Methods: For each clinical case, based on bimaxillary Cone-Beam Computer Tomographies (CBCT) with voxel size less than 0.3mm, including the whole mandi [....] » Read More
Computed tomography imaging of the temporomandibular joint was carried out in 22 previously-diagnosed arthritis patients (3 men, 19 women). This descriptive, cross-sectional observational, qualitative study allowed to characterize the type of condylar morphology condition, the sp [....] » Read More
Diabetes is a chronic lifestyle disease affecting with global proportions.. The global prevalence of diabetes in the adult population has nearly doubled since 1980, rising from 4.7% to 8.5%. On the other hand, periodontal diseases affect up to 90% of adults globally, with the rev [....] » Read More
With the surge of cases during the second wave of COVID-19, India faced a number of Mucormycosis cases, a rare but potentially fatal fungal infection, caused by the mucormycetes. The increased prevalence of Mucormycosis among COVID-19 patients may be associated with increased use [....] » Read More
Squamous cell carcinoma of the oral cavity is the sixth most common malignancy in the world. The early diagnosis of cancer leads to better patient management. Oral cancer diagnosed in advanced stages results in morbidity and mortality. Cancers detected late are associated with in [....] » Read More
Introduction: Interdental papilla deficiency or black triangles are considered to be one of the most challenging dilemmas in esthetic dentistry. Various invasive techniques with less success have been introduced for interdental papilla regeneration. So, to overcome the limit [....] » Read More
The time duration associated with fixed orthodontic treatment continues to act as one of the primary deterrents in patients opting for the same. The sequelae of the extensive treatment duration is often associated with side effects such as white spot lesions, periodontal diseases [....] » Read More
Root canal treatment is a dental procedure that is applied to teeth whose pulp is irreversibly damaged and inflamed for various reasons and aims to save the natural tooth. Endodontic treatment is a multi-stage procedure, during which the infected pulp is removed, the root canal i [....] » Read More
During the complex pathogenesis activities caused by periodontal disease, the tooth root surface undergoes a numerous changes in physical and chemical structure, but also becomes cytotoxic due to the release of bacterial toxins that are embedded in the cementum of the tooth root. [....] » Read More
Aim and Background: In this study we aimed to evaluate any possible relation of FSH, LH and prolactin level and oral lichen planus (OLP). Materials and methods: In this cross sectional study, the serum level of LH, FSH, Prolactin of 40 women with lichen planus who have been refe [....] » Read More
Introduction: Interactions between systemic and oral diseases have been investigated in many contexts. There is evidence to suggest a correlation between systemic disease and endodontic pathology. If these were proven to be correct, clinicians could ascertain essential informatio [....] » Read More
Different orthodontic appliances can cause periodontal inflammation. Fixed retainers, most commonly used orthodontic appliance to stabilize dental elements after orthodontic treatment can influence on the periodontal health, too. The main aim of this study was to make assessment [....] » 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
Facial trauma can be considered one of the most devastating aggressions found in trauma centers due to emotional consequences and the possibility of deformity. The traumas produced by metal instruments are common in wars, personal conflicts and in various accidents, and can cause [....] » Read More
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
Fibrous hyperplasia is a lesion characterized by the formation of epithelial tissue and fibrous connective tissue in response to chronic trauma or local irritation. It is often located in regions close to the alveolar ridge, cheek mucosa, tongue and lower lip, and may present aty [....] » Read More
Dermoid cyst is a developmental cystic malformation, described in the scientific literature as a benign teratoma, uncommon in the head and neck region. Most of them affect more commonly the floor of the mouth, being able to be located laterally or in other place. The etiology sti [....] » Read More
The impacted tooth is a dental organ that, even fully developed, did not erupt at the normal time, being inside of the bone tissue and totally surrounded by bone tissue or by bone and mucous tissue. Objective: The aim of this paper is to present a clinical case, wich deals with [....] » 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 dentigerous cyst is the most common developmental odontogenic cysts involved in this classification. It believes that originates at the separation of the fluid that is around the crown of an impacted tooth. This cyst is characterized for envolving the crown of na impacted too [....] » Read More
Introduction: It is known that traumatic neuroma is caused due to the proliferation of a nerve, consequent to a rupture of its ligaments after surgery and/or injury to the head and neck region. It is diagnosed, above all, in middle age and shows a predilection for the female sex. [....] » Read More
Angiolipoma is a benign tumor clinically similar to a lipoma, but its degree of vascularization is much higher when examined microscopically. It is formed by fatty acids and vascular elements. It mainly occurs in the trunk and extremities and is uncommon in the head and neck area [....] » Read More
Introduction: The maxillary sinus can be affected by several recurrent sinus pathological processes, including sinusitis of odontogenic origin. This pathology is characterized by hyperplasia or inflammation in the lining mucosa of the sinus associated with a necrotic dental eleme [....] » Read More
The face is characterized as a potential area for the development of malignant pathologies, whose manifestation is directly related to the amount of sun exposure. Basal cell carcinoma constitutes most of the so-called non-melanoma skin cancer and can be classified into several fo [....] » Read More
As the dentistry is having the shift from extension for prevention to the minimal invasive procedures. It’s the duty of Pedodontist to create a pleasant experience for the child by using minimal invasive technologies. The use of modern methods like lasers will be an effecti [....] » Read More
Rehabilitation of a resorbed edentulous jaws by placing implants is a challenging procedure. Although various bone augmentation procedures like ridge augmentation, sinus lift are in practice but it may lead to morbidity of donar’s site. In such cases cortical implants is a [....] » Read More
Hyperthyroidism is an endocrinal disorder caused by abnormal excessive production of thyroid hormone, characterised by intolerance to heat, emotional instability, tremors, increased appetite, and weight loss. Hypertension, sinus tachycardia, increased cardiac output & heart m [....] » Read More
Oral health and general wellbeing are inextricably bound and the eruption of teeth during firs year leads to colonization of Streptococcus Mutans (S.utans). Dental caries, an ever- growing public health problem is not much amenable to existing preventive measures. The aim of this [....] » Read More
Binge-watching (likewise called binge-viewing) is the act of watching entertainment or informational content for a prolonged time span, typically a single television show. Research shows that watching consecutive episodes of our favourite show may excite our brain, and subsequent [....] » Read More
Introduction: Low level lasers have an average output power range between 5 and 500 mW. Low level lasers have shown nonthermal, and bio-stimulatory effects. The most common complication of single visit endodontics is a flare-up that results in pain and swelling. Aim: The aim of [....] » Read More
OBJECTIVE: Severe alveolar bone resorption is usually associated with a deficient amount of soft tissues. soft tissue expansion is introduced to provide an adequate amount of soft tissue over the grafted area. This study aimed to assess the efficacy of sub-periosteal self-in [....] » Read More
Aims: To evaluate the efficiency of 3 different rectangular archwires in the correction of curve of Spee (COS), to record the time needed to level excessive COS in the mandibular arch using the 3 archwire sizes, to investigate the changes in intercanine and intermolar widths and [....] » Read More
Background: To locate the position of an ectopic maxillary canine for surgical exposure the operator uses a parallax technique and applies the SLOB rule. Accuracy of this technique can depend on many variables including clinician experience and training. Incorrect location o [....] » Read More
Title : Microvascularized fibula and their employment in the reconstructions of jaws
Laurindo Moacir Sassi, Erasto Gaertner Hospital and Mackenzie Evangelical University Hospital, Brazil
Face tumors make us more sensitized due to their destruction. Each surgical process is a challenge, especially when there is a great reconstruction to be carried out due to the anatomical defect created by the resection of the cancer in the region of the head and neck, which moti [....] » Read More
Title : Blood & its products as Regenerative Agents in Dentistry
Preetinder Singh, Academy of Oral Surgery, United States
Bone regeneration in dentistry involves the use of cells, biological or artificial biometric scaffolds, and biofactors that promote cell growth and differentiation along complex pathways to repair the tissue.Growth factors have a crucial role in this process since they influence [....] » Read More
Title : Primary care orthodontic referrals to hospital services and their usage of orthodontic indices
John Watt, Musgrove Park Hospital, United Kingdom
Objective: To assess the quality, accuracy and suitability of dental referrals to secondary care orthodontic departments at Musgrove Park & Yeovil Hospital. Methods: Data was collected from 119 patients who were referred within a 3-month period to these hospitals o [....] » Read More
Title : Covid 19: The impact of the new non-AGP protocol on the bracket failure rate in the Orthodontic Department at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary
Joanna Kociubinska, Glasgow Dental Hospital, United Kingdom
AIM: This project looks at the impact of the new non-AGP protocol on the bracket failure rate in the Orthodontic Department at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary. Literature search and previous audit looking at bracket failure rate was taken into account to agree on stan [....] » Read More
Title : Effects of High LET Radiation on Cancer Stem Cells
Basma Salem, Queen's University Belfast, United Kingdom
Objectives: The Cancer Stem Cell theory suggests that there is a small subpopulation of cells called Cancer Stem Cells (CSCs), which are responsible for tumour recurrence. CSCs are inherently radioresistant thus evading current treatment modalities. The aims of this project [....] » Read More
Title : Serious Airway Compromise in Rare Presentation of Posterior Tongue Base Abscess
Mohamed El Amin, NHS, United Kingdom
This is a rare case report of 37 years old lady presented with acute airway compromise after presenting a few times to the emergency department with worsening sore throat and been treated for tonsillitis. Patient oral examination was difficult due to severe truisms but no signs o [....] » Read More
Title : The effect of the global postural reeducation method on temporomandibular dysfunction
Clarissa Niero Moraes, UNISUL, Brazil
Given the inadequate functioning of the Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) due to neurodynamic, joint and/or myogenic consequences, we can characterize Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD), whose signs and symptoms include pain or discomfort in the TMJ, masticatory and cervical muscles, [....] » Read More
Title : Biological Restorations in Pediatric Dentistry
Kanika Gupta Verma, Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, India
Biological restorations using natural tooth are upcoming aesthetic solutions for restoring tooth to its original form and function. This technique comprised of bonding the sterile dental fragments to teeth having extensive coronal destruction. Cavity preparation should be non-ret [....] » Read More