Impact of dental imaging on pregnant women and recommendations for fetal radiation safety: A systematic review
Conclusion: Few dental radiology studies have been conducted to determine the safe radiation threshold for pregnant women. Additionally, the reviewed articles did not provide numbers of dental examinations, by type, corresponding to this dose. Dental imaging examinations of pregnant women should not be restricted if clinically indicated. Ultimately, practitioners must be able to justify the examination and should adhere to the " as low as diagnostically acceptable, being indication-oriented and patient-specific " (ALADAIP) principle of radioprotection. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - April 18, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Utility of intraoral scanner imaging for dental plaque detection
Conclusion: When employing IOS with dental plaque staining, the impact of color was minimal, suggesting that the traditional red stain remains suitable for plaque detection. IOS images appeared relatively blurred and enlarged relative to the true state of the teeth, due to inferior sharpness compared to camera images. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - April 17, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Outcome and prognostic factors for partial and full pulpotomy in the management of spontaneous symptomatic pulpitis in carious mature permanent teeth: A randomized clinical trial
ConclusionFull pulpotomy has higher success rate than partial pulpotomy in the management of spontaneous symptomatic pulpitis. Hemostasis within 4 minutes in partial pulpotomy can be set as cutoff point beyond which further tissue removal is indicated. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - April 16, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Low-dose CBCT protocols in implant dentistry: A systematic review
ConclusionsThe use of low-dose CBCT protocols does not impact objective image quality assessment in any stage of implant therapy. Clinical studies are needed to indicate if the reported results can be extrapolated to improve patient care in relation to the responsible use of ionizing radiation. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - April 15, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Impact of treament with orthodontic aligners on the oral health-related quality of life
ConclusionThose under treatment with orthodontic aligners have a more positive perception of OHRQoL compared to those wearing fixed appliances. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - April 12, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Influence of augmented reality technique on the accuracy of autotransplanted teeth in surgically created sockets
ConclusionThe augmented reality appliance provides higher accuracy in the positioning of single-root autotransplanted teeth compared to the conventional free-hand technique. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - April 11, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Effects of respiratory exercises in sleep bruxism and associated obstructive sleep apnea: a double-blind, placebo-controlled randomized clinical trial
Conclusion: Respiratory physical therapy for OSA improved awaking levels in 80 and 67% of the number of masseter muscle contractions, when compared to placebo. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - April 10, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Comparison of the outcome of intentional replantation in teeth with or without periodontal involvement: a retrospective study
ConclusionThe long-term prognosis of teeth with CPEL is significantly worse than those with simple apical periodontitis. The main reason of extraction was periodontal involvement. Regular periodontal maintenance and appropriate crown restoration may help to improve the prognosis for teeth with CPEL. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - April 9, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Dental Laser Coaching Launches On-line Dental Laser Training Portal
Virtual Curriculum Kicks-Off with Free Webinar:" Do More with Your All-Tissue Laser " West Des Moines, IA – April 8, 2024 – As the landscape of laser dentistry continues to evolve, Dental Laser Coaching (DLC) recently launched its new online dental laser training portal. View available laser courses here.New courses will be added over time. While traditional live laser training sessions remain valuable, the advent of user-friendly online platforms has democratized access to comprehensive laser coaching.This is why the DLC P...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - April 9, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Can concentrated growth factor prevent postoperative complications of impacted third molar surgery? A split-mouth randomized double-blind trial
ConclusionThe study has demonstrated the effect of CGF on relieving the severity of pain after the third molar extraction.Clinical relevancePlacement of CGF in the extraction socket could relieve postoperative pain and reduce patient discomfort after the third molar extraction. CGF is recommended during the third molar extraction due to its good biological effects, low cost and simple preparation procedures. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - April 8, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
A systematic review and meta-analysis on the effects of phototherapy on postoperative pain in conventional endodontic reintervention
ConclusionDespite the limitations of this SRM, LPT was shown to be a promising alternative for reducing and controlling PP in conventional endodontic reintervention.Clinical significanceThe use of LPT in endodontic reintervention may be a safe and promising alternative to clinically efficacious agent for use in the management of PP in this procedure. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - April 5, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Shaping efficiency of rotary and reciprocating kinematics of engine-driven nickel-titanium instruments in moderate and severely-curved root canals using micro-computed tomography: a systematic review of ex vivo studies
ConclusionsThe evidence presented in this review suggests that continuous rotary system seems
to be better than reciprocating system in solving the major issues encountered during
root canal instrumentation of extracted teeth with moderate and severe curvatures. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - April 4, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Periodontitis and Sjogren ’s syndrome: a bidirectional two-sample mendelian randomization study
ConclusionsNo
genetic causality between PD and SS or vice versa was supported by our
results under MR assumptions and limitations. The study results provided
new insights into the relationship between periodontal status and
sjogren ’s syndrome, highlighting the need for a more prudent medical
intervention. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - April 3, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Clinical and Radiographic Failure of Non-surgical Endodontic Treatment and Retreatment Using Single-cone Technique with Calcium Silicate-Based Sealers: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
ConclusionsThe overall results of this systematic review and meta-analysis demonstrate that the
SC obturation technique with CSBC sealer provides similar results compared to other
obturation materials and techniques in facilitating the healing of apical periodontitis. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - April 2, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Efficacy of a stannous fluoride dentifrice for relieving dentinal hypersensitivity in Chinese population: an 8-week randomized clinical trial
ConclusionsAll
groups demonstrated statistically significant improvements in Schiff
score, tactile threshold and OHRQoL. However, due to a possible placebo
effect in the negative control, there were no statistically significant
differences between the dentifrices.Clinical relevanceThis study adds to the growing research exploring why the placebo effect is a common phenomenon in DH studies. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - April 1, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
