Cost-Effectiveness Analysis of Regenerative Endodontics versus MTA Apexification
Conclusion:
Based on current evidence, regenerative endodontic treatment was
not cost-effective compared with apexification in the management of
necrotic immature permanent teeth over an individual ' s lifetime.
Knowledge transfer statement:
The study provides valuable insight regarding the cost valuation
and cost-efficacy of regenerative endodontic treatment versus
apexification in the management of necrotic immature permanent teeth, as
this would aid in effective clinical decision making, allowing for the
functional allocation of resources. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - August 30, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
2nd person dies from TB linked with bone matrix lot
LEADING THE NEWSThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that a second person has died as a result of tuberculosis associated with FiberCel Fiber Viable Bone Matrix manufactured by Aziyo Biologics. Thirty-six people had dental or medical procedures that used this product lot, and CDC and Food and Drug Administration officials are working with health agencies and affected medical facilities to help ensure patients are evaluated and treated. Full Story: ADA News (8/25) (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - August 29, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Detection of the pathological exposure of pulp using an artificial intelligence tool: a multicentric study over periapical radiographs
ConclusionsThe
designed MSc tool proved itself reliable in the detection and
differentiating between exposed and unexposed pulp in the internally
validated model. It also showed a better performance for the detection
of exposed and unexposed pulp when compared to the 10 dentists ’
consensus. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - August 29, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Metabolomic profiles of obesity and subgingival microbiome in periodontally healthy individuals: A cross-sectional study
Conclusions:
Obesity-related perturbations in circulating blood metabolites are
associated with the development of periodontopathic bacterial
colonization in the subgingival microbiome and consequently may increase
the risk for periodontal disease in obese individuals. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - August 28, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
The Use of a Soft Tissue Substitute at Immediate Postextractive Implants to Reduce Tissue Shrinkage: One-Year Results from a Randomized Controlled Trial
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent.2023 Jul-Aug;43(4):463-469.
doi: 10.11607/prd.5620.
Abstract
The aim of this randomized controlled trial (RCT) was to evaluate
whether placement of a soft tissue graft substitute (STGS) could
decrease peri-implant tissue shrinkage at immediate postextractive
implants. Twenty patients with one missing tooth between two adjacent
healthy teeth in esthetic areas and at least 4 mm of bone apical to the
tooth apex were randomly allocated (after tooth extraction) to receive
(n = 10; test group) or not receive (n = 10; control group) a
subepithelial buccal STGS. Implants we...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - August 25, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Comparison of Implant Survival Rates and Biologic and Mechanical Complications with Implant-Supported Fixed Complete Dental Prostheses Using Four and Six Implants
This study aims to compare the incidence of biologic and
mechanical complication rates and the survival rates after at least 5
years of implants and implant-supported fixed complete dental prostheses
(IFCDPs) placed during second-stage surgery using four and six
implants. A total of 77 patients (33 men, 44 women) with a mean age of
60.6 ± 8.8 years (range: 39 to 80 years) were included, and the total of
92 IFCDPs were classified into two groups: 51 received four implants,
and 41 received six implants. No implant failed in the four-implant
group (0/204), and one implant failed in the six-implant group (1/246),
wit...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - August 24, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Delta Dental poll finds Tooth Fairy welcomed into most U.S. homes
Poll also reveals more than 1 in 4 children go to bed early in anticipation of Tooth Fairy ' s arrivalCHICAGO, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of National Tooth Fairy Day on August 22, Delta Dental released additional findings from its 2023 Original Tooth Fairy Poll®.The Poll, now in its 25th year, finds the Tooth Fairy is welcomed into an overwhelming majority (81%) of U.S. homes. Further, the delight of the Tooth Fairy is experienced by children and parents alike. More than 1 in 3 (36%) parents say the Tooth Fairy instills good oral health habits in their children, and in anticipati...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - August 23, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Toothio Raises $4M Led By Craft Ventures to Revolutionize Dental Staffing
First-of-its-kind Solution Addresses Sweeping Shifts in Dental Labor Market, Empowering Professionals and Practices Across the US; Appoints Industry Veteran as Chief Commercial OfficerPHOENIX, Aug. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Toothio, the on-demand dental staffing platform connecting qualified professionals with practices, today announced a $4 million seed round led by Craft Ventures with participation from Burst Capital, Moving Capital, Revere Partners, and Rho Capital Partners. This investment follows an initial backing from AZ Crown, founders of Insight Enterprises (Nasdaq: NSIT). The capital infusion will b...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - August 22, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Nearly 900,000 Learn to Prevent Tooth Decay Through America's ToothFairy HERO Education Program
The nationwide program is possible with support from Align Technology.Staff from Sonrisas Dental Health use the ToothFairy 101 ® Community Education Kit to teach youngsters at their school in San Mateo, CA about the importance of healthy dental hygiene habits. Sonrisas Dental Health receives free educational resources from America’s ToothFairy to help them serve more children in marginalized communities each year.(Charlotte, NC, August 15, 2023) – More than 69 million people live in dental care health professional shortage areas, where on average only 31.75% of the population have their dental needs m...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - August 21, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Needlestick injuries in dentistry: Time to revisit
Conclusion:
The most significant occupational risks for health care workers
globally are NSIs. Dentists are recognized as one of the high-risk
groups for exposure to NSIs. Although the reporting rate was noticeably
low, the frequency of NSIs among dental students was alarmingly high.
Practical implications:
Appropriate and succinct training of dental health care workers is
crucial for prevention and management of NSIs. It is recommended that
dentists familiarize themselves with recommendations from such agencies
and organizations as the Center for Disease Control and Prevention,
Occupational Safet...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - August 18, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Teeth could preserve antibodies hundreds of years old, study finds
Teeth could be capable of preserving antibodies for hundreds of years, allowing scientists to investigate the history of infectious human diseases, a new study has found.Antibodies are proteins produced by the immune system as a natural response to infectious organisms like viruses and bacteria. Their job is to recognise those microbes so that the immune system can attack them and clear them from the body.In the new paper, published by iScience, antibodies extracted from 800 year-old medieval human teeth were found to be stable and still able to recognise viral proteins.The study, led by Professor Robert Layfield and ...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - August 17, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Estimation of Gingival Crevicular Blood as Noninvasive Method to Determine the Blood Glucose Level: A Comparative Study
Conclusion:
In conclusion, the findings of the current study suggest that
blood drawn from the gingival crevicular during a clinical examination
may be a great source for glucometric analysis. The gingival crevicular
blood may show to be a promising technique for routine dental office
screening for diabetes mellitus in periodontal patients, even if
capillary/venous blood samples used for diabetes mellitus screening are
the gold standard.
Clinical significance:
Oral health is crucial for the early detection of many systemic
disorders. As a result, dentists are crucial in the screening for
systemic...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - August 16, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Comparative Evaluation of 0.25% Lemongrass Oil Mouthwash and 0.2% Chlorhexidine Mouthwash in Fixed Orthodontic Patients Suffering from Gingivitis
Conclusion:
The findings of the current study suggested that 0.25% lemongrass
oil mouthwash has the potential to be used as a natural or herbal
alternative to chlorhexidine mouthwash.
Clinical significance:
It can be suggested that 0.25% lemongrass oil mouthwash may be a
good herbal alternative to mouthwash containing 0.2% chlorhexidine
gluconate. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - August 15, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Comparison of lithium disilicate blocks and resin blocks for CAD-CAM
Published:05 August 2023Odontology
(2023)AbstractA
total of 20 lithium disilicate glass –ceramics (IPS e.max CAD, Ivoclar
Vivadent) and 20 resin nano-ceramic (Voco Grandio Blocks) onlay
restorations were performed in 20 patients using a split-mouth design to
compare the two-year clinical performance of lithium disilicate and
resin nano-ceramic onlay restorations. Both restoration s were evaluated
at baseline, one-year, and two-year clinical follow-ups based on the
modified United States Public Health Service (USPHS) criteria.
Chi-square and Fisher’s exact tests showed no statistically signific...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - August 14, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
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Published:05 August 2023Odontology
(2023)AbstractA
total of 20 lithium disilicate glass –ceramics (IPS e.max CAD, Ivoclar
Vivadent) and 20 resin nano-ceramic (Voco Grandio Blocks) onlay
restorations were performed in 20 patients using a split-mouth design to
compare the two-year clinical performance of lithium disilicate and
resin nano-ceramic onlay restorations. Both restoration s were evaluated
at baseline, one-year, and two-year clinical follow-ups based on the
modified United States Public Health Service (USPHS) criteria.
Chi-square and Fisher’s exact tests showed no statistically signific...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - August 14, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
