Endodontic treatment is a routine procedure in dental practice, yet it remains associated with a wide range of potential complications that can compromise treatment outcomes if not properly anticipated and managed. Many of these complications are not random events but are closely [....] » Read More
Background: Excessive gingival display (EGD), commonly referred to as a gummy smile, is a frequent esthetic concern that may negatively affect patient satisfaction, particularly in the anterior maxilla. In periodontal and implant therapy, achieving optimal soft tissue esthet [....] » Read More
Background: Immediate implant placement in infected sites remains controversial due to potential risk of failure and post-operative complications. Optimizing surgical protocol may improve outcomes. Objective: To evaluate clinical outcomes and complications of immediate [....] » Read More
Supernumerary teeth represent a developmental anomaly defined as the presence of an additional tooth beyond the normal series, occurring in approximately 2% of the permanent dentition (Mitchell et al., 2013). Supernumerary teeth can contribute to a range of aesthetic and function [....] » Read More
Low root fractures pose a major challenge for the preservation of the dental crown, particularly in children and adolescents. Implant therapy—commonly indicated for adults—is contraindicated for young patients due to ongoing alveolar growth, which is essential for ach [....] » Read More
Precise iris positioning is critical to achieving esthetic and symmetric ocular prostheses. This technique presents a smartphone-guided digital grid technique using a web-based application to overlay a dynamic facial grid. Frontal images captured on a smartphone allow accurate ir [....] » Read More
Introduction: Patients are at increased risk of constipation following major head and neck surgery. They are often prescribed strong analgesics post-operatively and opioid-induced constipation is a common adverse effect. Constipation can also be affected by other contributin [....] » Read More
Background: Head and neck oncology patients treated with chemoradiotherapy are at high risk of adverse health effects including xerostomia, caries, periodontitis and osteoradionecrosis. Poor oral hygiene is a significant risk factor for post-surgical treatment failure in head and [....] » Read More
Introduction: Oral health is a significant part of a child’s development and wellbeing. Despite the overall decrease in caries prevalence over the years, childhood caries continues to be a present in the United Kingdom (UK). Dental professionals have an important role [....] » Read More
Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD) and muscle imbalance are deeply linked, as TMD involves jaw muscle pain/dysfunction, often stemming from imbalances in masticatory (chewing) muscles, poor posture affecting neck/jaw coordination or even weakness, leading to issues like limited jaw [....] » Read More
Title : Atypical facial pain unravelled
Christopher Turner, Spacemark Dental, United Kingdom
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Title : Cutaneous, Cranial, skeletal and dental defects in patients with Goltz syndrome
Ali Al Kaissi, National Ilizarov Medical Research Center for Traumatology and Orthopaedics, Russian Federation
Background: The diagnostic process in patients manifesting a constellation of ectodermal abnormalities requires a conscientious and highly structured diagnostic process. Material and Methods: Patients born with variable skin lesions associated with major cranial, dental and sk [....] » Read More
Title : MRONJ and ORN: Referral or management in primary care? Navigating guidelines in the context of long waiting lists
Alisha Sagar, NHS England, United Kingdom
Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) and osteoradionecrosis (ORN) are serious complications associated with antiresorptive or antiangiogenic medications and head and neck radiotherapy, respectively, and represent an increasing clinical challenge for dental practiti [....] » Read More
Title : Artificial intelligence in clinical decision making in third molar surgery
Tannaz Pourlak, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is making significant strides in the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery, particularly in the context of third molar surgery. This paper investigates the implementation of AI technologies to enhance clinical decision-making during the planning and [....] » Read More
Title : Writing a manuscript in one hour: Integrating analytics and AI through the chisquares platform
Israel Agaku, Chisquares Incorporated, United States
Manuscript preparation remains one of the most time-consuming stages in the research process, requiring data transfer between multiple tools for analysis, writing, referencing and formatting. This fragmentation increases the likelihood of errors, inefficiency and delays, particul [....] » Read More
Title : The role of vitamins and nutritional supplements in Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMDs) among Yemeni population
Muharrm Abdo Bazza Othman, Yemen Dental Association, Yemen
Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMDs) represent a common group of musculoskeletal conditions that affect jaw function, cause chronic pain and reduce quality of life. Global evidence suggests that nutritional deficiencies, Particularly in vitamins and supplements such as Glucos [....] » Read More
Title : Immediate implant placement in infected sites: Clinical outcomes, challenges and protocol optimization
Najmeh Sadat Valed Saravi, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Background: Immediate implant placement in infected sites remains controversial due to potential risk of failure and post-operative complications. Optimizing surgical protocol may improve outcomes. Objective: To evaluate clinical outcomes and complications of immediate [....] » Read More
Title : The nature and management of dental erosion in patients with bulimia nervosa
Maya Fahy, The Royal Victoria, School of Dentistry, United Kingdom
Background: Bulimia nervosa is a common psychiatric disorder, mainly affecting young women, which can cause serious medical complications. This includes adverse effects on oral health. Early diagnosis can lead to treatment referral and increased likelihood of recovery, improving [....] » Read More
Title : A systematic review on the early detection of oral cancer using artificial intelligence and electronic tongue technology
Maryam, Liaquat College of Medicine and Dentistry, Pakistan
Introduction: Oral cancer is a significant public health concern in Pakistan and worldwide accounting for a substantial burden of morbidity and mortality. Several studies have explored the application of AI and e-tongue technology in early oral cancer detection, highlighting the [....] » Read More
Title : Personalized sleep bruxism management through phenotyping: A pilot study of whatsapp delivered behavioral coaching
Wissal Sengouga, University of Naples Federico II, Algeria
Background: Sleep bruxism is a multifactorial behavior with heterogeneous presentations that often overlap with sleep disordered breathing, stress-related muscle tension and hyperarousal/insomnia. Current approaches to bruxism management rarely account for this heterogeneity, whi [....] » Read More
Title : Effects of bioceramics in the management of low root fractures in children: Report of clinical cases
Chafika Mehdid, University Hospital Mustapha Algiers, Algeria
Low root fractures pose a major challenge for the preservation of the dental crown particularly in children and adolescents. Implant therapy commonly indicated for adults is contraindicated for young patients due to ongoing alveolar growth which is essential for achieving a stabl [....] » Read More