Overview, Trends, and Collaboration on Immunization, Vaccination, and Immunomodulation Therapies for Periodontitis: A Scientometric Study
Conclusions:
According to Lotka ' s Law, most authors have written only one
paper, reflecting the distribution of productivity in many academic and
scientific fields. Collaborations were observed between Iran and Canada,
Korea and New Zealand, and the United States and Belgium. This study
provides useful insight into the predominant trends and patterns in the
scientific literature in the field of immunization, vaccination, and
immunomodulation therapies for periodontitis.
Clinical significance:
The findings of this study may help to understand the dynamics of
the production on immunization, vaccin...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - March 28, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Postendodontic Pain Using Single File System with Different Irrigation Protocols in Single-visit Root Canal Treatment: A Randomized Control Trial
Conclusion:
The intensity of PEP was minimum in patients treated with
EndoActivator and ultrasonic along with single rotary file systems. The
incidence of analgesic intake was similar in all three groups. How to
cite this article: Kathiria NV, Attur K, Bagda KM,et al.
Postendodontic Pain Using Single File System with Different Irrigation
Protocols in Single-visit Root Canal Treatment: A Randomized Control
Trial. J Contemp Dent Pract 2024;25(2):180-185. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - March 27, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Combined Effects of Glutaraldehyde-based Desensitizer and Nd: YAG Laser on Dentinal Tubules Occlusion
Conclusion:
The use of Nd:YAG laser alone or in combination with GD was more
effective in occluding dentinal tubules compared to GD alone.
Clinical significance:
This study has shown that Nd:YAG laser alone and in combination with GD has superior dentinal tubule occlusionin vitro.
Its clinical use in the treatment of dentinal hypersensitivity may
overcome the drawback of conventional treatment approaches for dentin
hypersensitivity needing repeated applications to achieve continuous
relief from pain since acidic diet and toothbrushing result in the
continuing elimination of precipitates and surface...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - March 26, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Failed Regenerative Endodontic Case Treated by Modified Aspiration-irrigation Technique and Apexification
Conclusion:
During the 3-month and 16-month follow-up, there was resolution of
the symptoms, a decrease in the periapical lesion size, and soft
tissues appeared within normal limits.
Clinical significance:
Regenerative procedures are a good option for immature necrotic
teeth. These procedures may fail due to persistent pus discharge from
the root canals. The aspiration-irrigation technique is a good treatment
option in cases of consciously discharging canals. How to cite this
article: Alsofi L, Almarzouki S. Failed Regenerative Endodontic Case
Treated by Modified Aspiration-irrigation Technique an...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - March 25, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Environmental sustainability of post-orthodontic dental retainers: a comparative life-cycle assessment of Hawley and Essix retainers
Conclusions:
On the basis of the evidence gathered in this study, Hawley
retainers are more environmentally sustainable than Essix retainers.
These results would better enable clinicians to factor in the
environmental impact and make informed decisions on the choice of
retainer type. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - March 22, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
The relationship between pregnancy and temporomandibular disorder (TMD) through diagnostic criteria for temporomandibular disorders (DC/TMD) axis II evaluation: a case-control cross-sectional study
DiscussionThe
findings suggest that pregnancy is neither a risk nor a protective
factor for TMD. Differences in pain perception, functional status, and
psychological health were observed in pregnant women but were not
consistent for all TMD-related aspects. The role of estrogen in TMJ
health and TMD risk is complex and requires further study. The research
highlights the necessity of including mental health, especially
depression, in TMD assessments. More comprehensive research with larger
sample sizes is essential to better understand the connections between
pregnancy, TMD, and hormones, aiming to improve TMD mana...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - March 21, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Fracture resistance of CAD/CAM endocrowns made from different materials in maxillary premolar interproximal defects
ConclusionsAlthough
lithium disilicate glass ceramics exhibited higher FRVs, they had a
lower repair probability. In contrast, polymer-infiltrated ceramics and
resin-based nanoceramics contributed to tooth structure preservation.Clinical relevanceFor
maxillary premolars with interproximal defects following root canal
treatment, resin ceramic composites are recommended for restoration to
enhance abutment teeth protection. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - March 20, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
The effect of oral analgesic premedication on the success rate of inferior alveolar nerve block for teeth with irreversible pulpitis: A randomized clinical trial
Conclusions:
Premedication with pharmapain (an anti-inflammatory agent) and
dexamethasone (a corticosteroid) does not enhance the success rate of
the IANB technique in mandibular molars with irreversible pulpitis
compared to placebo. However, the use of dexamethasone was significantly
more effective than pharmapain in reducing pain severity at inserting
endodontic files. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - March 19, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Effects of Nd:YAG laser irradiation at different energy densities on dentin bond durability under simulated pulpal pressure
ConclusionsUnder simulated pulp pressure, Nd:YAG laser pretreatment altered the chemical composition of dentin and improved the immediate and long-term bond strength.Clinical relevanceThis study investigated the optimal parameters for Nd:YAG laser pretreatment of dentin, which has potential as a clinical method to strengthen bonding. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - March 15, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Immediate implant placement with immediate or delayed provisionalization in the maxillary aesthetic zone: A 10-year randomized trial
Conclusions: The mean marginal bone level changes after immediate implant placement with IP were similar to those after immediate placement with DP. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - March 14, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Eliminating Medicaid dental benefits and early-stage oral cancer diagnoses
ConclusionsEliminating Medicaid dental benefits negatively impacted early detection of cancers of the oral cavity. Continued volatility of Medicaid dental coverage and provider shortages may be further delaying oral cancer diagnoses. Alternative approaches are needed to prevent advanced stage OPC. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - March 13, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Beta-defensin index: A functional biomarker for oral cancer detection
Cell Reports Mediine AccessPublished:March 04, 2024DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.xcrm.2024.101447SummaryThere is an unmet clinical need for a non-invasive and cost-effective test for oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) that informs clinicians when a biopsy is warranted. Human beta-defensin 3 (hBD-3), an epithelial cell-derived anti-microbial peptide, is pro-tumorigenic and overexpressed in early-stage OSCC compared to hBD-2. We validate this expression dichotomy in carcinoma in situ and OSCC lesions using immunofluorescence microscopy and flow cytometry. The proportion of hBD-3/hBD-2 levels in non-invasivel...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - March 12, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Tooth loss during supportive periodontal care: A prospective study
Conclusions:
Overall, the tooth loss rate of periodontitis patients in this
prospective cohort study under SPC in private practice was low. Both
tooth-based and patient-based prognostic systems can identify high-risk
cases, but their positive predictive value should be improved. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - March 11, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
The efficacy of 2780 nm Er,Cr;YSGG and 940 nm Diode Laser in root canal disinfection: A randomized clinical trial
ConclusionsIn
this study we evaluated in vivo the bactericidal efficacy of three
disinfection protocols for endodontic treatment of single-rooted teeth
with apical periodontitis. The results indicated that both dual laser
Er,CrYSGG/Diode and combined laser EDTA/Diode groups provide superior
bactericidal effect compared to the conventional NaOCl/EDTA group.Clinical relevanceThe
integration of lasers into root canal disinfection protocols has
demonstrated significant bacterial reduction which might promote healing
and long-term success. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - March 8, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Quality of life of patients treated with robotic surgery in the oral and maxillofacial region: a scoping review of empirical evidence
ConclusionCompared
to the conventional treatment modalities, TORS has demonstrated better
QoL, mostly in the domains related to oral functions such as swallowing
and speech, among patients treated with such. This improvement was most
evident within the initial post-operative year. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - March 7, 2024 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
