Maxillary sinus augmentation procedures: a narrative clinical review
Khehra, Anahat / Levin, LiranPage 578 - 584An edentulous posterior maxilla can present a challenge for placement of dental implants due to the proximity of the maxillary sinus. Sinus augmentation is a surgical bone grafting procedure aimed to increase the bone height for implant support. A number of sinus augmentation techniques have been presented and the outcomes show good implant success rates. In order to achieve the desirable outcomes, it is important to gain knowledge of the maxillary sinus anatomy and complete a thorough preoperative evaluation. Being aware of the location of vasculature, nerves, and the presence of...
Source: Quintessence International - June 4, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Long-term outcomes of all-ceramic inlays and onlays after a mean observation time of 11 years
Strasding, Malin / Sebesty én-Hüvös, Eszter / Studer, Stephan / Lehner, Christian / Jung, Ronald E. / Sailer, IrenaPage 566 - 576Objectives: Long-term retrospective evaluation of the survival rate and the technical and biologic outcomes of all-ceramic inlays and onlays in premolars and molars.Method and materials: Fifty-four patients treated as part of a prospective clinical trial and having received 157 inlays and 27 onlays made out of a leucite-reinforced glass-ceramic (IPS Empress) in premolars and molars, were invited to the present follow-up examination. The survival of the restorations was evaluated. The biologic ...
Source: Quintessence International - June 4, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Denture-related stomatitis in new complete denture wearers and its association with Candida species colonization: a prospective case-series
Mousa, Mohammed A. / Lynch, Edward / Kielbassa, Andrej M.Page 554 - 565Objectives: To assess the relationship between the development of denture-related stomatitis (DRS) and the identification of commonly isolated yeast species, and to evaluate various predisposing factors in Saudi participants wearing new removable dental prostheses.Method and materials: A total of 75 edentulous male participants were recruited, and 64 patients finished the present case-series. All participants received new conventional complete dentures. Colonization of Candida species was assessed, and species were identified by means of the VITEK 2 (bi...
Source: Quintessence International - June 4, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
D-PLEX500: a local biodegradable prolonged release doxycycline-formulated bone graft for the treatment for peri-implantitis. A randomized controlled clinical study
Conclusions: D-PLEX500 sustained release local antibiotic formulated with bone filler showed promising results in enabling healing of peri-implantitis lesions. The antibacterial component of the bone graft material might create favorable conditions that enable implant surface decontamination and soft and hard tissue healing over a prolonged period. (Source: Quintessence International)
Source: Quintessence International - June 4, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
The 3D-printed prototype: a new protocol for the evaluation and potential adaptation of monolithic all-ceramic restorations before finalization
Legaz, Juan / Karasan, Duygu / Fehmer, Vincent / Sailer, IrenaPage 538 - 544The prototyping protocol to evaluate and make the potential adjustments prior to finalization of the monolithic restorations was described by two clinical situations. In the first case report, following the digital impressions using an intraoral scanner (3Shape Trios, 3Shape) for an implant-supported four-unit fixed dental prosthesis, a digital design (3Shape Dental System, 3Shape) was performed and a prototype using subtractive CAM (milling) (PMMA, Telio CAD, Ivoclar Vivadent) was fabricated. The second case highlights the 3D-printed prototyping (...
Source: Quintessence International - June 4, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
User-friendly restorative approach combining shaping indices and PTFE-based stamp techniques: a feasibility example performed by an undergraduate dental student in a dentition damaged by caries and tooth wear
Meller, Christian / Walker, UwePage 528 - 536The rehabilitation of patients with wear on multiple teeth, in which a recovery of the occlusal/incisal vertical dimension is required to acquire satisfactory levels of functionality and esthetics, is often a difficult procedure even for experienced dental practitioners. Based on wax-ups simulating an ideal structural/functional reconstruction of the teeth, the use of shaping indices is a reliable way to plan predictable patient-oriented results when using resin-based composites. The proposal to combine shaping indices with PTFE-based stamp techniques also helps clinicians to ea...
Source: Quintessence International - June 4, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Editorial: Aerosol reduction urgency in post-COVID-19 dental practice
Mupparapu, MelPage 525 - 526 (Source: Quintessence International)
Source: Quintessence International - June 4, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Mobile dental photography: a simple technique for documentation and communication
This article explains the assets of smartphone cameras' evolution and how it led to the conception of Smile Lite Mobile Dental Photography. Applications of dental photography are presented, such as documentation and communication with the laboratory technician and the patient. Mobile dental photography is not confined to dentistry but can also be used for artistic purposes. (Quintessence Int 2020;51:510 –518; doi: 10.3290/j.qi.a44365; Originally published (in German) in Quintessenz Zahnmedizin 2019(12);70:1408–1417) (Source: Quintessence International)
Source: Quintessence International - May 18, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Radiation dose reduction using novel size 1 and size 0 rectangular collimators in pediatric dental imaging
Conclusion: Size 1 and size 0 rectangular collimators can be independently manufactured and utilized in pediatric dentistry. This study suggests that a considerable radiation dose reduction is possible in pediatric intraoral imaging when using the size 1 and 0 matched collimation. Since the pediatric population is vulnerable to radiation exposure, any measurable reduction has a potential for long-term health benefits and is therefore clinically significant. (Source: Quintessence International)
Source: Quintessence International - May 18, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Necrotizing sialometaplasia of the palate in a young bodybuilder with anabolic androgenic steroids abuse
This report presents a case of an otherwise healthy bodybuilder with anabolic androgenic steroids abuse with bilateral necrotizing sialometaplasia in the palate, and discusses computed tomography findings in the pre-ulceration phase. Literature review revealed another two cases of necrotizing sialometaplasia with preoperative imaging, both performed in the ulceration phase. The importance of radiographic findings as an aid in differential diagnosis is further discussed, as well as the role of possible predisposing factors including anabolic androgenic steroids abuse in the pathogenesis of necrotizing sialometaplasia. (Sour...
Source: Quintessence International - May 18, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
The effect of television distraction versus Tell-Show-Do as behavioral management techniques in children undergoing dental treatments
The objective of the present study was to evaluate the effect of watching television during dental treatment on pediatric patients' anxiety and cooperation compared to the commonly used conventional Tell-Show-Do (TSD) behavioral management method.Method and materials: Sixty-nine children (mean age 6.8 years) scheduled to undergo restorative dental treatment were randomly divided into two intervention groups: a group that was managed by television distraction and a control group that was managed by TSD. During treatment, anxiety was assessed by the Facial Image Scale and cooperative behavior was assessed by the Frankl scale...
Source: Quintessence International - May 18, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Evaluation of residual contamination on healing abutments after cleaning with a protein-denaturing agent and detergent
This study evaluated the cleaning potential of a protein-denaturing agent with or without anionic detergent by monitoring the residual contamination on healing abutments used for dental implant treatment.Method and materials: Forty contaminated healing abutments removed from patients were randomized and immediately treated with differing cleaning methods; either Method A (presoaking in 1% sodium dodecyl sulfate followed by ultrasonication with 4 mol/L guanidine hydrochloride), or Method B (soaking in distilled water followed by ultrasonication with 4 mol/L guanidine hydrochloride) was used. Samples were stained with phloxi...
Source: Quintessence International - May 18, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Interdisciplinary rehabilitation of a primary intraosseous carcinoma including orthodontic archform management
Rasmussen, Chad M. / Lee, Sarah K.Y. / Arce, Kevin / Salinas, Thomas J.Page 464 - 472Squamous cell carcinomas arising from keratocystic odontogentic tumors are a rare phenomenon in head and neck cancer, accounting for only 1.45% of oral squamous cell carcinomas, and are classified as primary intraosseous carninomas. This cancer is locally aggressive, has a high potential for recurrence, and requires radical resection and subsequent rehabilitation. This case report describes a patient diagnosed with this uncommon tumor who was treated by dental specialists at Mayo Clinic. During convalescence, orthodontic changes to the max...
Source: Quintessence International - May 18, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Treatment of single mandibular recessions with the modified coronally advanced tunnel or laterally closed tunnel, hyaluronic acid, and subepithelial connective tissue graft: a report of 12 cases
Guldener, Kevin / Lanzrein, Carla / Eliezer, Meizi / Katsaros, Christos / St ähli, Alexandra / Sculean, AntonPage 456 - 463Objectives: To clinically evaluate the healing of mandibular Miller Class I and II isolated gingival recessions treated with the modified coronally advanced tunnel (MCAT) or laterally closed tunnel (LCT) combined with hyaluronic acid (HA) and subepithelial connective tissue graft (SCTG).Method and materials: Twelve healthy patients exhibiting one isolated mandibular Miller Class I or II (Cairo Class 1) gingival recession of a depth of ≥ 3 mm, were consecutively treated with the MCAT or LCT in conjun...
Source: Quintessence International - May 18, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Quantitative evaluation of masking effect of resin infiltration on developmental defects of enamel
Conclusion: The resin infiltration intervention was successful in masking the "white" opaque discolorations of developmentally affected enamel. (Source: Quintessence International)
Source: Quintessence International - May 18, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
