CAD/CAM and 3D-printing Applications for Alveolar Ridge Augmentation
AbstractPurpose of ReviewCAD/CAM and 3D-printing are emerging manufacturing technologies in dentistry. In the field of alveolar ridge augmentation, graft customization utilizing these technologies can result in significant reduction of surgical time. A review of the literature on materials, techniques, and applications of CAD/CAM and 3D-printing available for alveolar ridge augmentation was performed.Recent FindingsCAD/CAM applications for milling of customized block grafts of allogeneic, xenogeneic, and alloplastic origins have been reported, and currently only limited products are commercially available. 3D-printing appl...
Source: Current Oral Health Reports - June 1, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Virtual Dental Patient: How Long Until It ’s Here?
AbstractPurpose of ReviewRecent developments in digital technology to be generated by superimposing different 3D imaging datasets. The aim of this literature review was to provide an update on the current status of knowledge, to report on the progress in virtual patient science, and to identify further research needed to facilitate the translation to clinical practice.Recent FindingsCase reports were identified describing different dental patient simulation techniques. Publications focused mainly on methodological feasibility of combining skeletal, facial, and dental imaging to produce virtual simulations. Clinical randomi...
Source: Current Oral Health Reports - June 1, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Dental Implant Surgery: From Conventional to Guided to Navigated Approach
AbstractPurpose of ReviewThe purpose of this article is to review the evolution of dental implant surgery from a traditional approach to a computer-aided one. Implant surgery using CAD/CAM surgical templates has become widely used, and now, a new technology, dynamic navigation, is gaining popularity. We aim to review both technologies as well as their advantages and disadvantages.Recent FindingsThe latest reviews of the accuracy of static navigation show 1.4 mm apical horizontal, 1.1 mm coronal horizontal, 0.74 mm vertical, and 3.98° angular deviations. Dynamic navigation is reported to have 0.4 mm horizontal/vertica...
Source: Current Oral Health Reports - June 1, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Oral Health and Dietary Intake in Older Adults
AbstractPurpose of ReviewPrevious studies have reported that dietary intake is related to systemic diseases and functions. The oral cavity is the first passage through which food passes for consumption, and decline of oral health is considered to be associated with a lower intake of some foods or nutrients. We focused on the relationship between oral health and dietary intake in older adults.Recent FindingsMost studies have reported oral health, such as number of teeth, tooth loss, occlusal contacts, masticatory ability, denture use, occlusal force, dysphagia, and hyposalivation are associated with intake of some foods and...
Source: Current Oral Health Reports - June 1, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
CAD/CAM and 3D-printing Applications for Alveolar Ridge Augmentation
AbstractPurpose of ReviewCAD/CAM and 3D-printing are emerging manufacturing technologies in dentistry. In the field of alveolar ridge augmentation, graft customization utilizing these technologies can result in significant reduction of surgical time. A review of the literature on materials, techniques, and applications of CAD/CAM and 3D-printing available for alveolar ridge augmentation was performed.Recent FindingsCAD/CAM applications for milling of customized block grafts of allogeneic, xenogeneic, and alloplastic origins have been reported, and currently only limited products are commercially available. 3D-printing appl...
Source: Current Oral Health Reports - May 3, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Current and Emerging Applications of 3D Printing in Restorative Dentistry
AbstractPurpose of Review3D printing, or additive manufacturing, is an emerging technology in the dental field. As it continues to advance beyond diagnostic purposes, it shifts towards the fabrication of permanent prostheses utilizing existing and novel biomaterials. A review and comparison of the current research on materials, techniques, and applications of 3D printing available for restorative use was conducted.Recent FindingsCurrently, 3D printing used across the field of restorative dentistry, includes laboratory models and casting patterns, interim full and partial coverage restorations, surgical guides, occlusal spl...
Source: Current Oral Health Reports - April 30, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Dental Implant Surgery: From Conventional to Guided to Navigated Approach
AbstractPurpose of ReviewThe purpose of this article is to review the evolution of dental implant surgery from a traditional approach to a computer-aided one. Implant surgery using CAD/CAM surgical templates has become widely used, and now, a new technology, dynamic navigation, is gaining popularity. We aim to review both technologies as well as their advantages and disadvantages.Recent FindingsThe latest reviews of the accuracy of static navigation show 1.4 mm apical horizontal, 1.1 mm coronal horizontal, 0.74 mm vertical, and 3.98° angular deviations. Dynamic navigation is reported to have 0.4 mm horizontal/vertica...
Source: Current Oral Health Reports - April 30, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
CAD/CAM Custom Abutments for Esthetic Anterior Implant-Supported Restoration: Materials and Design
AbstractPurpose of ReviewThe purpose of this review is to discuss the use of computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) custom abutments in the anterior region with a focus on abutment design and material selection. Advantages, disadvantages, and complications of CAD/CAM abutments are also considered.Recent FindingsCAD/CAM abutments are available in various materials and with different connection platforms to the implant in order to meet esthetic, functional, and biological demands. Use of CAD/CAM concepts in the fabrication of custom abutments allows for definite advantages over both stock abutments ...
Source: Current Oral Health Reports - April 28, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Reciprocal Interactions Among OSA, Obesity, and Sleep Duration
ConclusionsThus, to consider the relationship between OSA and obesity, it is important to know the reciprocal relationships among OSA, obesity, and short sleep duration. (Source: Current Oral Health Reports)
Source: Current Oral Health Reports - April 25, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Periodontal Host Response in Subjects with Obesity
AbstractPurpose of ReviewThis review focuses on recent advances in understanding the periodontal host response in obese subjects.Recent FindingsIncreased pro-inflammatory adipokines such as leptin, progranulin, resistin, and visfatin and decreased anti-inflammatory adipokines such as adiponectin, exacerbated inflammatory response, alveolar bone resorption, and inhibition of tissue regeneration have been observed in the periodontal tissue in obese subjects. Elevated oxidative stress also affects progression of periodontitis. Obesity may affect the expression of microRNAs related to inflammatory and metabolic mRNA targets in...
Source: Current Oral Health Reports - April 23, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Vitamin Status and Mineralized Tissue Development
AbstractPurpose of ReviewThe physiological control of mineralized tissue development is mediated by two processes: mineralization, such as bone formation due to osteoblast activity, and mineralized tissue destruction by osteoclast bone resorption. In this system, nutritional status, including vitamin intake, influences each regulatory processes, although definite responding mechanisms in target cells vary according to each compound.Recent FindingsIn contrast with water-soluble vitamins that constant supply is required, fat-soluble vitamins such as vitamin D and K are stored in the liver and fat tissue for long time. They a...
Source: Current Oral Health Reports - April 21, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Virtual Dental Patient: How Long Until It ’s Here?
AbstractPurpose of ReviewRecent developments in digital technology to be generated by superimposing different 3D imaging datasets. The aim of this literature review was to provide an update on the current status of knowledge, to report on the progress in virtual patient science, and to identify further research needed to facilitate the translation to clinical practice.Recent FindingsCase reports were identified describing different dental patient simulation techniques. Publications focused mainly on methodological feasibility of combining skeletal, facial, and dental imaging to produce virtual simulations. Clinical randomi...
Source: Current Oral Health Reports - April 21, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Oral Health and Dietary Intake in Older Adults
AbstractPurpose of ReviewPrevious studies have reported that dietary intake is related to systemic diseases and functions. The oral cavity is the first passage through which food passes for consumption, and decline of oral health is considered to be associated with a lower intake of some foods or nutrients. We focused on the relationship between oral health and dietary intake in older adults.Recent FindingsMost studies have reported oral health, such as number of teeth, tooth loss, occlusal contacts, masticatory ability, denture use, occlusal force, dysphagia, and hyposalivation are associated with intake of some foods and...
Source: Current Oral Health Reports - April 19, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Periodontitis and Respiratory Diseases: What Does the Recent Evidence Point to?
AbstractPurpose of the PaperThere is an increase in focus of research to find the relationship between periodontal diseases and systemic illnesses, in particular respiratory diseases. Though numerous literatures have been published to assess the link, the nature of relationship between the two diseases is still unclear. Periodontal diseases and respiratory diseases share a common pathogenesis and risk factors. Periodontal diseases and respiratory diseases including bronchial asthma have an inflammatory nature thus mandate a positive correlation between these. Understanding the relationship can help development of more focu...
Source: Current Oral Health Reports - March 3, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Effects of Nicotine on Oral Microorganisms, Human Tissues, and the Interactions between Them
AbstractPurposeRecent findings on the effects of smoking and nicotine on oral microorganisms and on microbial interactions with human cells were reviewed. A PubMed search identified recent publications in English that addressed the effects of smoking and nicotine on oral microorganisms: growth, biofilm formation, plaque composition, enzyme regulation, and cross-species interactions. Interactions of tobacco-exposed microbes with human tissues are also discussed.Recent FindingsSmoking alters the oral microbiome. Nicotine increases the pathogenicity of oral microorganisms, either by increasing expression of virulence factors ...
Source: Current Oral Health Reports - February 24, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
