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Severity of early childhood caries in preschool children attending Al-Ain Dental Centre, United Arab Emirates
(2014)
Aim:
To investigate the severity of and contributing factors of early childhood caries (ECC) in preschool children presented to a paediatric dentistry department in Al-Ain Dental Centre, United Arab Emirates; to study the ...
In vitro spectrophotometric evaluation of Vivera® clear thermoplastic retainer discolouration
(2014-11)
Aims:
To investigate the in vitro effect of different staining solutions on the colour stability of Vivera® retainers.
Methods:
Thirty flat specimens fabricated using the Vivera® material (Align Technology Inc., CA, ...
Effect of nonsurgical periodontal therapy (with or without oral doxycycline delivery) on glycemic status and clinical periodontal parameters in patients with prediabetes: a short-term longitudinal randomized case-control study
(2014-01-22)
Objective:
The aim of the present short-term longitudinal randomized case–control study was to assess the effect of nonsurgical periodontal therapy (NSPT) (with and without oral doxycycline delivery) on glycemic status ...
Current Guidelines for the Use of Fluoride in Pediatric Dentistry, A Review
(2014)
Abstract:
Fluoride use as a chemotherapeutic agent for caries prevention has been well researched and documented. The recommendations for the use of fluoride have evolved through the years as a result of many factors. The ...
Reporting characteristics of meta-analyses in orthodontics: methodological assessment and statistical recommendations
(2014)
Abstract:
Ideally meta-analyses (MAs) should consolidate the characteristics of orthodontic research in order to produce an evidence-based answer. However severe flaws are frequently observed in most of them. The aim of ...
Effect of intraoral aging on the setting status of resin composite and glass ionomer orthodontic adhesives
(2014-04)
Introduction:
The aim of this study was to assess the effect of intraoral aging on the setting status of a resin composite and a glass ionomer adhesive, relative to control specimens stored in water.
Methods:
Metallic ...
Amelogenesis imperfecta and anterior open bite: Etiological, classification, clinical and management interrelationships
(2014-03)
Abstract:
Although amelogenesis imperfecta is not a common dental pathological condition, its etiological, classification, clinical and management aspects have been addressed extensively in the scientific literature. Of ...
Oral and Dental Considerations in the Management of Leukemic Children
(2014-09)
Abstract:
An incidence of overall oral sequelae in leukemic children of 54% has been reported in the literature. Oral complications include mucositis, fungal and viral infections, salivary gland hypofunction, dental ...
Effect of Mandibular Repositioning Appliances on Inspiratory and Expiratory Total Air
(2014-09)
Abstract:
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea / Hypopnoea Syndrome (OSAHS) is associated with obstruction of the upper airway and occurs as a result of repeated closure of the upper airway during sleep, either by anatomical or ...
Severity of Depression among Elderly Women Attending Holy Quran Memorization Centers in Saudi Arabia
(2014-09-28)
Background:
Depression is the most common mental health problem among the elderly, causing considerable morbidity worldwide, as well as increased healthcare costs. The purpose of this study was to determine the severity ...