Contiguity between the mandibular canal and the mandibular third molar in panoramic tomography compared with cone beam computed tomography: a topographic analysis
Conclusions: Preoperative CBCT may be helpful in Class II cases for verification of the topographic relationship between the mandibular canal and mandibular third molars. (Source: Quintessence International)
Source: Quintessence International - May 20, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Surgical treatment of unilateral severe overeruption and opposing alveolar atrophy
This article presents a posterior segmental osteotomy in the maxilla and a simultaneous sandwich procedure in the mandible utilizing the bone graft removed from the maxilla. The results showed good functional and esthetic outcomes. This method preserves the native teeth. It also utilizes an autogenous bone graft that is harvested regardless of the interpositional graft and spares a second surgical site. In addition, it allows for a one-stage procedure which enables for both treatment of the overeruption and augmentation of the opposing arch. (Source: Quintessence International)
Source: Quintessence International - May 20, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Removal of composite-bonded trauma splints using the Fluorescence-aided Identification Technique (FIT)
This article will explain the individual steps of a rapid and minimally invasive splint removal, using the so-called Fluorescence- aided Identification Technique. (Source: Quintessence International)
Source: Quintessence International - May 20, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Twelve-year longitudinal clinical evaluation of bonded indirect composite resin inlays
Conclusions: Adhesively bonded indirect composite resin inlays showed acceptable long-term clinical results in terms of function, but surface and margin characteristics changed over time. (Source: Quintessence International)
Source: Quintessence International - May 20, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Adjunctive use of InGaAsP and Er,Cr:YSGG lasers in nonsurgical periodontal therapy: a randomized controlled clinical study
Ciurescu, Codruta Elena / Cosgarea, Raluca / Ciurescu, Daniel / Gheorghiu, Anca / Popa, Daniela / Franzen, Rene / Arweiler, Nicole B. / Sculean, Anton / Gutknecht, NorbertPage 436 - 447Objective: To evaluate clinically and microbiologically the outcomes following the combined application of InGaAsP diode laser and Er,Cr:YSGG laser for nonsurgical treatment of chronic periodontitis (ChP).Method and materials: Forty-two patients (age 45.31 ± 9.78 years, 22 female, 23 smokers) with ChP were randomly treated with subgingival debridement (SD) by means of ultrasonic and hand instruments (control group, n = 21) or with InGaAsP f...
Source: Quintessence International - May 20, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Salivary free hemoglobin and lactate dehydrogenase as biomarkers for periodontal disease in smokers
Mohanty, Pragyan / Gujjari, Sheela Kumar / Nakum, Chirag G.Page 428 - 434Objective: The purpose of the present study was to compare levels of the biomarkers lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) and free hemoglobin in the saliva of different groups of smokers for early diagnosis of periodontitis and their clinical relevance for use as a screening tool.Method and materials: Eighty cigarette smokers were divided into light ( (Source: Quintessence International)
Source: Quintessence International - May 20, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Guest Editorial: What can dentists learn from pilots?
Renouard, FranckPage 425 - 426 (Source: Quintessence International)
Source: Quintessence International - May 20, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Molar incisor hypomineralization: supplementary, restorative, orthodontic, and esthetic long-term treatment
Conclusion: An 8-year follow-up period is necessary in most moderate/severe MIH cases involving orthodontics and bleaching. (Source: Quintessence International)
Source: Quintessence International - April 6, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Dental products and evidence-based dentistry
Markowitz, Kenneth / Roberts, Elizabeth / Strickland, MaxinePage 402 - 411Dentists make frequent product recommendations to their patients. Many dental products are intended to exert a therapeutic action such as caries prevention or desensitization. The purpose of this article is to highlight the contributions the principles of evidence-based dentistry (EBD) can make in guiding therapeutic product recommendations. Dental practitioners are exposed to product claims in advertising and in the professional literature. All studies are not equivalent in making treatment decisions. Although useful for screening active ingredients...
Source: Quintessence International - April 6, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
The association between dyslipidemia, oral health behavior, and periodontal disease: The Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey
Conclusions: Better HDL-C level in all age groups, management of LDL-C level, tooth-brushing at least twice a day, and additional use of interdental hygiene products in the over-40 age group were associated with better oral health. Thus, public and oral health professionals should emphasize the relationship according to age group during health care education and share relevant information. (Source: Quintessence International)
Source: Quintessence International - April 6, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Reliability of clinical techniques for evaluating alveolar bone quality and primary implant stability
Karl, Matthias / Buder, Thomas / Krafft, Tim / Grobecker-Karl, TanjaPage 388 - 393Objective: A novel device for intraoperative compressive testing of alveolar bone during implant surgery has been introduced. It was the goal of this study to compare the performance of this device with traditional methods used for determining alveolar bone quality and primary implant stability.Method and materials: Implant surgery in human cadaver bone was performed by two implantologists differing in experience. Bone quality was rated radiographically, based on tactile sensation during drilling and using intraoperative compressive tests. Im...
Source: Quintessence International - April 6, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Effectiveness of surface texture simulation of fixed dental prostheses by curvature analysis
Conclusions: Curvature analysis helps manufacture the surface texture accurately with enhanced efficiency, improving esthetics and reducing operation time and material waste. (Source: Quintessence International)
Source: Quintessence International - April 6, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Nonsurgical periodontal therapy based on the principles of cause-related therapy: rationale and case series
Kwon, TaeHyun / Salem, Daliah M. / Levin, LiranPage 370 - 376Cause-related therapy is key in the management and resolution of the two most common oral diseases: dental caries and periodontal disease. This is the first phase of treatment for those diseases. The aim is to remove, reduce, or eliminate the main causes of the disease. When referring to caries and periodontal disease, the primary etiology is bacterial plaque so the cause-related therapy phase should include plaque control as a major component. This can be achieved by constantly and continuously educating patients about the pathophysiology of the diseases and by ...
Source: Quintessence International - April 6, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Root canal preparation using S5, Mtwo, and ProTaper Universal nickel-titanium systems: a comparative ex-vivo study
Baxter, Steffi / Beck, Friederike / H ülsmann, MichaelPage 358 - 368Objectives: To examine various parameters of root canal preparation using three rotary nickel-titanium systems (S5, Mtwo, and ProTaper Universal [PTU]).Method and Materials: One hundred and twenty curved root canals were prepared to size 30. The following parameters were evaluated: straightening, changes of root canal cross-section, safety issues, cleanliness of canal walls, and working time. Statistical analysis was performed with the Kruskal-Wallis test, Wilcoxon-Mann-Whitney test, and analysis of variance (P (Source: Quintessence International)
Source: Quintessence International - April 6, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Biomechanical behavior of maxillary premolars with conservative and traditional endodontic cavities
Conclusions: Regardless of the cavity design, conservative endodontic cavities that preserve marginal ridge integrity did not affect the resistance to fracture, failure mode, or stress distribution in maxillary premolars restored with composite resin. Endodontically treated teeth displayed biomechanical behavior similar to sound teeth. (Source: Quintessence International)
Source: Quintessence International - April 6, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
