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An in vivo spectrophotometric evaluation of Vivera® and Essix® clear thermoplastic retainer discolouration
(2018-05-01)
Aim:
To assess the in vivo colour alterations of two different clear thermoplastic retainers.
Methods:
Thirty patients were randomly allocated into two Groups (N = 15) following the completion of active orthodontic ...
Pulpal and Periodontal Tissues Changes Associated with Le Fort I and Sagittal Split Ramus Osteotomies: A review
(2018)
Introduction:
Le Fort I and sagittal split ramus osteotomies are the most commonly performed orthognathic surgery procedures on the maxilla and mandible, respectively.
Techniques:
Despite progress in the techniques, ...
Direct Placement Composite: the Treatment Modality of Choice to Restore the Worn or Eroded Dentition in Primary Dental Care.
(2016)
Abstract:
Tooth wear is increasing in severity and prevalence, partly because of an ageing population and partly because of modern lifestyles. Management of the worn dentition with 'full mouth rehabilitation' is outmoded. ...
Computational Modelling for Efficient Transdentinal Drug Delivery
(2017)
Abstract:
This work deals with the numerical investigation of the delivery of potential therapeutic agents through dentinal discs (i.e., a cylindrical segment of the dentinal tissue) towards the dentin–pulp junction. The ...
Comprehensive Treatment of Severe Periodontal and Periimplant Bone Destruction Caused by Iatrogenic Factors
(2018)
Introduction:
Dental implant success requires placement after periodontal therapy, with adequate bone volume, plaque control, primary stability, control of risk factors, and use of well-designed prostheses. ,is report ...
Mandibular molar uprighting using orthodontic miniscrew implants: a systematic review
(2018)
Abstract:
The purpose of this systematic review was to identify studies and present the use of miniscrew implants (MIs) as an alternative treatment to mandibular molar uprighting. An electronic search and handsearching ...
Trends in income-related inequality in untreated caries among children in the United States: findings from NHANES I, NHANES III, and NHANES 1999–2004
(2015)
Objective:
The goal of this analysis was to describe income-related inequality in untreated caries among children in the United States over time.
Methods:
The analysis focuses on children ages 2–12 years in three ...
Derivation and characterization of putative craniofacial mesenchymal progenitor cells from human induced pluripotent stem cells
(2018)
Abstract:
The introduction and widespread adoption of induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) technology has opened new avenues for craniofacial regenerative medicine. Neural crest cells (NCCs) are the precursor population ...
Acid erosion: an increasingly relevant dental problem. Risk factors, management and restoration
(2017)
Abstract:
A review of risk factors and management of acid erosion. Particular emphasis is placed on the use of direct composite as a reversible and relatively straightforward restorative option.
Enamel Hypomineralization in Children With Clefts and the Relationship to Treatment: A Cross-sectional Retrospective Study
(2018)
Objective:
The aim of this study was to determine whether molar incisor hypomineralization (MIH) is greater in patients with cleft lip and palate (CLP) who underwent primary alveolar grafting (PAG) as compared with CLP ...