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Comparison of the canal transportation of ProTaper GOLD, WaveOne GOLD, and TruNatomy in simulated double-curved canals

In root canal preparations, it is important to maintain the original canal shape. However, it is difficult to accomplish this, especially due to the complex canal anatomy. This study aimed to compare the shapi...

Authors: HyeWon Kim, Su-Jin Jeon and Min-Seock Seo

Oral health assessment in a sample of displaced people as a result of the war in Syria in Damascus city: results of non-profit initiative

War on Syria extended for a long time and resulted in significant impacts on various aspects, one of these aspects was displaced people crisis, and thus its impact on complete neglecting of oral health despite...

Authors: Rudwan Kazwini, Tarek Kasem, Noor Ewaz Ali Alhuda, Marwah Albarshah, Dania Subeh and M. H. D. Bahaa Aldin Alhaffar

High pretreatment systemic immune-inflammation index values are associated with diminished short-term success after temporomandibular joint arthrocentesis procedure

The systemic immune-inflammation index (SII) has been demonstrated to be a valid biomarker of a patient's immunological and inflammatory state, with the ability to accurately predict outcomes in a variety of d...

Authors: Efsun Somay and Busra Yilmaz

First trimester exposure to ambient gaseous air pollutants and risk of orofacial clefts: a case–control study in Changsha, China

A growing body of studies have investigated the association between air pollution exposure during early pregnancy and the risk of orofacial clefts, but these studies put more emphasis on particulate matter and...

Authors: Wen Jiang, Wanqin Xie, Bin Ni, Haiyan Zhou, Zhiyu Liu and Xingli Li

Accuracy of virtual surgical planning in segmental osteotomy in combination with bimaxillary orthognathic surgery with surgery first approach

This study aimed to assess the accuracy of virtual surgical planning (VSP) in segmental osteotomy in combination with bimaxillary orthognathic surgery with surgery first approach (SFA) by means of three-dimens...

Authors: Xiaowu Ying, Kaiyue Tian, Kaiyu Zhang, Xiaohui Ma and Hongming Guo

Influence of bone anatomical morphology of mandibular molars on dental implant based on CBCT

To apply CBCT to investigate the anatomical relationship between the mandibular molar and alveolar bone, aimed to provide clinical guidelines for the design of implant restoration.

Authors: Zhuo-lin Kong, Ge-ge Wang, Xue-ying Liu, Zhang-yan Ye, Dong-qian Xu and Xi Ding

Visualization of mandibular movement relative to the maxilla during mastication in mice: integration of kinematic analysis and reconstruction of a three-dimensional model of the maxillofacial structure

Mastication is one of the most fundamental functions for the conservation of human life. To clarify the pathogenetic mechanism of various oral dysfunctions, the demand for devices for evaluating stomatognathic...

Authors: Go Yasuda, Emi Moriuchi, Ryo Hamanaka, Ayumi Fujishita, Tomoko Yoshimi, Kana Yamamoto, Kaori Hayashida, Yoshiyuki Koga and Noriaki Yoshida

Does the rate of orthodontic tooth movement change during the estrus cycle? A systematic review based on animal studies

As the fluctuation of sex hormone levels in menstruating women results in periodical effects in bone metabolism, understanding the implications for tooth movement could be of benefit to the orthodontist. This ...

Authors: Noura Saeed Sultan Almidfa, Athanasios E. Athanasiou, Miltiadis A. Makrygiannakis and Eleftherios G. Kaklamanos

Effectiveness of oral health education intervention among 12–15-year-old school children in Dharan, Nepal: a randomized controlled trial

School-aged adolescents are in particular need of preventive program to ensure positive long-term oral health and hygiene. The objective of this study was to assess the effectiveness of an oral health educatio...

Authors: Krishna Subedi, Ashish Shrestha, Tarakant Bhagat and Dharanidhar Baral

STAT1: a novel candidate biomarker and potential therapeutic target of the recurrent aphthous stomatitis

The recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS) frequently affects patient quality of life as a result of long lasting and recurrent episodes of burning pain. However, there were temporarily few available effective me...

Authors: Mingchen Cao, Lei Li, Long Xu, Mengxiang Fang, Xiaomin Xing, Changkai Zhou, Wei Ren, Longyuan Wang and Fanbo Jing

The expression levels of MicroRNA-146a, RANKL and OPG after non-surgical periodontal treatment

MicroRNA-146a (miR-146a) is a regulator of inflammatory response. Periodontitis is a disease with immune pathophysiology of the periodontium in which the inflammation results in the destruction of the soft tis...

Authors: Mandana Sattari, Ramezan Ali Taheri, Reza ArefNezhad and Hossein Motedayyen

10-year follow-up study on attendance pattern after dental treatment in primary oral health care clinic for fearful patients

Dental fear may lead to avoidance of regular dental treatment. The scope of this long-term practe-based study was to monitor the dental attendance of patients who received chair-side dental and fear treatment.

Authors: Taina Kankaala, Heikki Laine, Marja-Liisa Laitala, Päivi Rajavaara, Hannu Vähänikkilä, Paula Pesonen and Vuokko Anttonen

Early childhood caries, primary caregiver oral health knowledge and behaviours and associated sociological factors in Australia: a systematic scoping review

Early childhood caries disproportionately affects vulnerable groups and remains a leading cause of preventable hospital admissions for Western Australian children. The Western Australia State Oral Health Plan ...

Authors: Lesley Andrew, Ruth Wallace, Nicole Wickens and Jilen Patel

Associations between psychological wellbeing, depression, general anxiety, perceived social support, tooth brushing frequency and oral ulcers among adults resident in Nigeria during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic

The aims of this study were to determine the associations between psychological wellbeing, and the frequency of tooth brushing and presence of oral ulcers during the COVID-19 pandemic; and to identify the medi...

Authors: Morenike Oluwatoyin Folayan, Olanrewaju Ibikunle Ibigbami, Ibidunni Olapeju Oloniniyi, Olakunle Oginni and Olutayo Aloba

Cross-cultural adaptation and validation of Malay version of Rapid Estimate of Adult Literacy in Dentistry (MREALD-30) among Orang Asli population in Malaysia

The aim of this study was to adapt, translate and validate the Rapid Estimate of Adult Literacy in Dentistry (MREALD-30) instrument for the Orang Asli population in Malaysia.

Authors: Avita Rath, Melissa Wong, Claudio Mendes Pannuti, Priyadarshini Hesarghatta Ramamurthy, Bennete Fernandes, Amelia Shelton and Khairiyah Abdul Muttalib

In children and adolescents with temporomandibular disorder assembled with juvenile idiopathic arthritis - no association were found between pain and TMJ deformities using CBCT

Children and adolescents with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) may suffer from temporomandibular disorder (TMD). Due to this, imaging diagnosis is crucial in JIA with non-symptomatic TM joint (TMJ) involvem...

Authors: J. Fischer, T. A. Augdal, O. Angenete, E. G. Gil, M. S. Skeie, A. N. Åstrøm, K. Tylleskär, K. Rosendahl, X.-Q. Shi and A. Rosén

Related factors of periodontal health among Chinese middle school students, findings from a national cross-sectional survey

To investigate the related risk factors of periodontal health status among Chinese middle school students.

Authors: Jingyu Zhan, Yu Zhang, Xing Wang, Baojun Tai, Deyu Hu, Huancai Lin, Bo Wang, Yan Si, Chunxiao Wang, Shuguo Zheng, Xuenan Liu, Wensheng Rong, Weijian Wang, Xiping Feng and Xi Chen

Co-producing an intervention for tobacco cessation and improvement of oral health among diabetic patients in Bangladesh

Tobacco consumption is a major risk factor for many diseases including diabetes and has deleterious effects on oral health. Diabetic patients are vulnerable to developing certain oral conditions. So far, no st...

Authors: Masuma Pervin Mishu, Helen Elsey, Arup Ratan Choudhury, Shahana Dastagir, Saeed Khan, Tania Tahsin, Hena Moni Suma, Rajesh Karmaker and Omara Dogar

Short-term effect of ligature-induced periodontitis on cardiovascular variability and inflammatory response in spontaneously hypertensive rats

We previously reported that periodontal disease (PD) induces high arterial pressure variability (APV) consistent with sympathetic overactivity and elicits myocardial inflammation in Balb/c mice. However, it is...

Authors: Aline Barbosa Ribeiro, Thais Marques da Silva, Nilton Nascimento Santos-Júnior, Jaci Airton Castania, Rubens Fazan Jr. and Helio Cesar Salgado

Palatal vault morphometric analysis of the effects of two early orthodontic treatments in anterior open bite growing subjects: a controlled clinical study

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the palatal morphological changes in Anterior Open Bite (AOB) pre-pubertal subjects treated with Rapid Maxillary Expansion and Bite-Block (RME/BB) or Quad Helix with c...

Authors: Valeria Paoloni, Dimitri Fusaroli, Ludovica Marino, Manuela Mucedero and Paola Cozza

miR-30a-5p inhibits osteogenesis and promotes periodontitis by targeting Runx2

Periodontitis is the most extensive chronic inflammatory bone resorption disease. MiRNAs offer a potential way for potential therapy. Indeed, miR-30a-5p had an increasing expression in periodontitis gingivae, ...

Authors: Xiangdong Liu, Bo Yang, Yan Zhang, Xiaorui Guo, Qianjuan Yang, Xiaojing Liu, Qingxia Bai and Qun Lu

Mucoadhesive film containing α-mangostin shows potential role in oral cancer treatment

Oral cancer is often preceded by a mucosal lesion called an oral potentially malignant disorder (OPMD). Many plant-derived compounds are of value in medicine. The objectives of this study were to develop a sol...

Authors: Piyawat Tangsuksan, Jureeporn Chuerduangphui, Chutha Takahashi Yupanqui, Teerapol Srichana, Ekarat Hitakomate, Chamsai Pientong, Tipaya Ekalaksananan and Wipawee Nittayananta

Prevention of oral and maxillofacial trauma secondary to orofacial dyskinesias associated with anti-N-methyl-d-aspartate receptor encephalitis: a case series

Anti-N-methyl-d-aspartate receptor encephalitis (anti-NMDARE) is a multi-stage autoimmune-mediated disease associated with a multitude of neuropsychiatric and dysautonomic features. Orofacial dyskinesias are freq...

Authors: Jeffrey W. Chadwick, Patricia J. Brooks, Jeffrey M. Singh and David K. Lam

Parental perception on oral health-related quality of life and dental features of ectodermal dysplasia and isolated hypodontia in children

Children missing 6 or more permanent teeth often present with complex dental care needs and significant impacts on their oral health related quality of life (OHRQoL). The most important facet in the overall ca...

Authors: Emily Crossan and Anne C. O’Connell

Stimulated saliva composition in patients with cancer of the head and neck region

To analyse over time changes in stimulated whole saliva regarding total protein, Immunoglobulin A (IgA), and mucin type O-glycans (mostly MUC5B and MUC7) in head and neck cancer patients.

Authors: Ulrica Almhöjd, Hulya Cevik-Aras, Niclas Karlsson, Jin Chuncheng and Annica Almståhl

Hyaline fibromatosis syndrome: a case presenting with gingival enlargement as the only clinical manifestation and a report of two new mutations in the ANTXR2 gene

Hyaline fibromatosis syndrome (HFS) is a rare autosomal recessive disorder caused by mutations in the gene for anthrax toxin receptor-2 (ANTXR2). The clinical features of HFS include skin thickening with nodules,...

Authors: Yiying Liu, Xin Zeng, Yi Ding, Yi Xu and Dingyu Duan

Metal ions leachables from fake orthodontic braces incubated in simulated body fluid

The demand for fake braces usage in Southeast Asia are increasing but lack of certification and information on fake braces as medical devices from regulated bodies raised a concern towards its safety. The aim ...

Authors: Riyam Haleem, Noor Ayuni Ahmad Shafiai and Siti Noor Fazliah Mohd Noor

Potential for treatment benefit of STING agonists plus immune checkpoint inhibitors in oral squamous cell carcinoma

DNA-sensing receptor cyclic GMP–AMP synthase (cGAS) and its downstream signaling effector stimulator of interferon genes (STING) present a novel role in anti-tumor immunity. Recently, the combination of cGAS-S...

Authors: Chao Zhu, Jiang Li, Mianfeng Yao and Changyun Fang

The precision of gingival recession measurements is increased by an automated curvature analysis method

The extent of gingival recession represents one of the most important measures determining outcome of periodontal plastic surgery. The accurate measurements are, thus, critical for optimal treatment plannin...

Authors: Marko Kuralt, Rok Gašperšič and Aleš Fidler

A prospective comparative study to assess the risk of postoperative bleeding after dental surgery while on medication with direct oral anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents, or vitamin K antagonists

The aim of this prospective study was to investigate the occurrence and severity of postoperative bleeding following dentoalveolar surgery in patients with uninterrupted anticoagulation therapy (AT).

Authors: Mayte Buchbender, Nicola Schlee, Marco R. Kesting, Jannik Grimm, Jakob Fehlhofer and Andrea Rau

Mathematical validation of measurement of root fracture resistance: an in vitro study

The aim of this study was to develop a mathematically valid method of assessing fracture resistance of roots. The model developed used mesial roots of lower molars instrumented using stainless steel hand files...

Authors: Rafat Bagheri, Abbas Abbaszadegan, Mohammad R. Nabavizadeh, Maryam Ferooz and Peter Parashos

Detection of Epstein-Barr virus encoded small RNA genes in oral squamous cell carcinoma and non-cancerous oral cavity samples

Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) is a human oncogenic virus that can lead to cancer in lymphoid and epithelial cells and is one of the hypothesized causes of oral cavity lesions including oral squamous cell carcinoma ...

Authors: Arghavan Zebardast, Yousef Yahyapour, Maryam Seyed Majidi, Mohammad Chehrazi and Farzin Sadeghi

The cross-sectional effects of ribbon arch wires on Class II malocclusion intermaxillary traction: a three-dimensional finite element analysis

The application of intermaxillary traction is often accompanied by the unexpected movement of dentition, especially anchorage teeth. The aim of this study was to comprehensively compare the influence of cross-...

Authors: Qin Xie and Duo Li

Prediction of oral squamous cell carcinoma based on machine learning of breath samples: a prospective controlled study

The aim of this study was to evaluate the possibility of breath testing as a method of cancer detection in patients with oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC).

Authors: Sophia Mentel, Kathleen Gallo, Oliver Wagendorf, Robert Preissner, Susanne Nahles, Max Heiland and Saskia Preissner

The evaluation of alveolar fractures of trauma patients in Iran

Alveolar bone plays a vital role in mastication and supporting the teeth. The alveolar process is one of the most challenging regions of facial bone to reconstruct due to the deformity involves both hard and s...

Authors: Farhad Ghorbani, Mohammad Khalili and Hanie Ahmadi

Comparative efficacy of BioMin-F, Colgate Sensitive Pro-relief and Sensodyne Rapid Action in relieving dentin hypersensitivity: a randomized controlled trial

Dentin hypersensitivity (DH) is a sharp toothache that influences a patients' oral health-related quality of life. Oral dentifrices have been marketed for pain relief within a minute for DH. The permanent mana...

Authors: Saba Arshad, Syed Jaffar Abbas Zaidi and Waqas Ahmed Farooqui

Can ultrasonography be used to assess capsular distention in the painful temporomandibular joint?

To determine whether capsular distention in the painful temporomandibular joint (TMJ) can be assessed by ultrasonography, we compared the capsular width between painful TMJs and painless TMJ. The risk factors ...

Authors: Ji-Hoi Kim, Jung-Hyun Park, Jin-Woo Kim and Sun-Jong Kim

Polymorphic variants in genes related to stress coping are associated with the awake bruxism

Chronic stress is one of the leading predisposing factors in bruxism aetiology, but the influence of genetic factors is also suggested. We aimed to study whether sequence variants in genes involved in stress r...

Authors: Zofia Maciejewska-Szaniec, Marta Kaczmarek-Ryś, Szymon Hryhorowicz, Agnieszka Przystańska, Tomasz Gredes, Barbara Maciejewska, Justyna Hoppe-Gołębiewska, Ryszard Słomski, Andrzej Pławski and Agata Czajka-Jakubowska

Influence of restorative material and cement on the stress distribution of endocrowns: 3D finite element analysis

This study aimed to evaluate the influence of different types of restorative materials and resin cements on the stress distribution in the regions of the restoration, cement layer and dental remnant in endodon...

Authors: Jiahui He, Ziting Zheng, Min Wu, Chunqing Zheng, Yuting Zeng and Wenjuan Yan

Analysis of the sagittal root angle and its correlation with hard and soft tissue indices in anterior teeth for immediate implant evaluation: a retrospective study

To assess the root angle characteristics of maxillary incisors, and to analyze the relationship between the root angle and other implant-related anatomical indices to use the sagittal root angle as an index fo...

Authors: Mengru Shi, Xiaoshuang Wang, Peisheng Zeng, Haiwen Liu, Zhuohong Gong, Yixiong Lin, Zhipeng Li, Zetao Chen and Zhuofan Chen

COVID-19 outbreak and dental health care provision in Nigeria: a national survey

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the world is unprecedented, posing greater threats to vulnerable healthcare systems, especially in developing countries. This study aimed to assess the knowledge of denta...

Authors: Timothy Olukunle Aladelusi, Foluso Ayobami Atiba, Shakeerah Olaide Gbadebo, Yewande Isabella Adeyemo, Adeola Adenike Olusanya and Oladimeji Adeniyi Akadiri

Effect of free gingival graft before implant placement on peri-implant health and soft tissue changes: a randomized controlled trial

To evaluate the clinical outcome and changes in posterior buccal soft tissue following implant restoration in groups with and without a free gingival graft (FGG) before implant placement.

Authors: Chaoling Zheng, Shimin Wang, Hongqiang Ye, Yunsong Liu, Wenjie Hu and Yongsheng Zhou

Evaluation of osteogenic potential of Cissus quadrangularis on mandibular alveolar ridge distraction

This randomized clinical trial was designed to evaluate osteogenic potential of Cissus quadrangularis in alveolar distraction to facilitate implant installation.

Authors: Alaa Abdelqader Altaweel, Abdel Aziz Baiomy Abdullah Baiomy, Hazem Shawky Shoshan, Hisham Abbas, Ahmed Abdel-Shakour Abdel-Hafiz, Abd El-Hamid Gaber, Amr Abdelfatah Zewail and Marwa A. M. Elshiekh

Old age and other factors associated with salivary microbiome variation

Many factors can contribute to the exact makeup of the salivary microbiome. Differences in the oral microbiome occur with old age, which may be due to oral conditions and diseases associated with old age, such...

Authors: Joel L. Schwartz, Natalia Peña, Nadia Kawar, Andrew Zhang, Nicholas Callahan, Steven J. Robles, Andrew Griebel and Guy R. Adami

Dental health problems and treatment-seeking behavior among special need school students in Amhara region, Ethiopia

Oral diseases are a public health concern with a significant impact on the quality of life of individuals. Children with special needs face significant challenges in carrying out oral hygiene due to their disa...

Authors: Amare Teshome Tefera, Biruk Girma, Aynishet Adane, Abebe Muche, Tadesse Awoke Ayele, Kefyalew Ayalew Getahun, Zelallem Aniley, Semira Ali and Simegnew Handebo

Differential scanning calorimetric investigations of three rotary nickel-titanium instrument systems before and after simulated clinical uses

The transformation temperatures were important values, influencing the mechanical properties and clinical performance of nickel-titanium instruments. The aim of this study was to determine the transformation t...

Authors: Khoa Van Pham

The expression and clinical significance of miR-1226 in patients with periodontitis

miR-1226 has been reported to be dysregulated in periodontitis, implying its potential functional role, which needs to be validated. The purpose of this study was to assess the clinical significance of miR-122...

Authors: Yimin Du, Yue-sun Qi, Hui Chen and Guorong Shen

Correction to: Pattern of dental needs and advice on Twitter during the COVID-19 pandemic in Saudi Arabia

Authors: Khalifa S. Al-Khalifa, Eman Bakhurji, Hassan S. Halawany, Esraa M. Alabdurubalnabi, Wejdan W. Nasser, Ashwin C. Shetty and Shazia Sadaf

The effect of choline-stabilized orthosilicic acid in patients with peri-implantitis: an exploratory randomized, double-blind, placebo controlled study

Choline-stabilized orthosilicic acid (CS-OSA) was previously found to stimulate bone collagen formation in osteopenia and to improve biomarkers of cartilage degradation in knee osteoarthritis. The aim of the p...

Authors: Wim Teughels, Gizem Unal Celik, Mihai Tarce, Ine De Cock, Sara M. Persyn and Mehmet C. Haytac

Acceptance of COVID-19 vaccination and its determinants among Lebanese dentists: a cross-sectional study

Dentists are at high risk of exposure to occupational Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). Since vaccination is crucial to control COVID-19 pandemic, we aimed to assess COVID-19 vaccination acceptance and its ...

Authors: Lara Nasr, Nadine Saleh, Mira Hleyhel, Abbass El-Outa and Ziad Noujeim