Introduction: Salivary biomarkers have been extensively studied in relation to oral disease, such as periodontal disease, oral cancer, and dental caries, as well as systemic conditions including diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and neurological dis...
Oral lichen planus (OLP) is classified as a potentially malignant disorder. Systematic reviews collating longitudinal observation studies provide evidence of the rate or proportion of malignant transformation. We conducted an umbrella study of publis...
The current study aimed to implement and validate an automation system to detect carious lesions from smartphone images using different one-stage deep learning techniques. 233 images of carious lesions were captured using a smartphone camera system a...
The purpose of this in silico study was to investigate the effect of abutment screw torque and implant-abutment contact surfaces on the stress generation, microgap formation and simulated fatigue life of an external hexagon connection under oblique l...
Three-dimensional (3D) printing is transforming dentistry by enabling precise and personalized treatments in prosthodontics, orthodontics, and endodontics. However, challenges such as high costs, material limitations, and post-processing requirements...
Background: Artificial intelligence technologies are increasingly integrated into dental practice, offering potential improvements in diagnostic accuracy, treatment planning, and patient outcomes. However, the extent and quality of evidence supportin...
The influence of area-based and individual indicators of socioeconomic status (SES) on health-related quality of life (HRQOL) and patient concerns following head and neck cancer is complex and under-reported. The aim of this study is to use baseline...
The use of digital health technologies, including telemedicine and teledentistry, has become a necessity in healthcare due to the SARS-CoV-19 pandemic. These technologies allow for the reduction of the workload of healthcare providers and the improve...
Bulk-fill restorative material has gained popularity in clinical practice, due to their perceived timesaving aspect. Objective was to compare the properties of bulk-fill direct restorative materials. Filtek Z350 (CR), Filtek One Bulk Fill Restorative...
The main objective was to examine the biomechanical behavior of the mandible under standardized trauma and to develop models of biomechanical responses when the mandible is subjected to various simulated impacts. A homogenous model based on the bone&...
The purpose of this systematic review was to identify the different methods used to measure artificial teeth wear and to determine which denture teeth (or which combination of tooth types) have better wear resistance. The focused patient, interventio...
Artificial intelligence (AI), particularly through machine learning (ML) and deep learning (DL) techniques such as convolutional neural networks (CNNs) and natural language processing (NLP), has shown remarkable promise in image analysis and clinical...
Triethylene glycol dimethacrylate (TEGDMA) and 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate (HEMA), two resin monomers often used in dental restorative materials, are leached due to insufficient polymerization and contact cells of the oral cavity. Despite reports on...
Objective: The purpose of this scoping review was to identify gaps in the literature and summarize findings from studies examining the use of silicon-, silica-, and silicate-based toothpastes for the remineralization and repair of mineralized tooth t...
The aim of the article is to discuss the development of calcium channel blocker (CCB) influenced gingival enlargement. Data and Sources: MEDLINE/PubMed, Scopus, ScienceDirect, and Google Search databases. The article reviews contemporary and classic...
Background: Orthodontics and orthognathic surgery present challenges such as extended treatment durations, patient discomfort, and complications like root resorption. Recent advancements in tissue engineering and nanotechnology offer promising soluti...
Background: Nanoparticles such as multi-walled carbon nanotubes present resistance, resilience and biocompatibility with human tissues and could be incorporated into glass ionomer cement materials to improve their characteristics. Therefore, the aim...
A partial or complete pulpotomy is a type of vital pulp therapy (VPT) that aims to remove the inflamed, infected pulp, leaving behind healthy, vital pulp that is capable of healing. VPT has gained renewed popularity as a treatment option in permanent...
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to compare multiple deep learning models for estimating age and sex using dental panoramic radiographs and identify the most successful deep learning models for the specified tasks. Methods: The dataset of 437 p...
Scientific advances in biosensor technology are leading to the potential of wearable biosensors for salivary biomarker detection. This review aims to identify the current status of intraoral biosensor technology that can be used to monitor systemic d...
The widespread application of CAD/CAM technology in contemporary dentistry led to the development of promising restorative materials, such as resin composite blocks (RCBs). Thus, the present study aims to evaluate the mechanical properties of RCBs, c...
Oral cavity is the first site to encounter e-cigarette (EC) or tobacco smoke. Increased gingival pigmentation can lead to aesthetic concerns and hinder successful outcomes of gingival depigmentation procedures as well as lead to color alterations in...
The aim of this study is to study the effect of aging in different media (deionized water and artificial saliva) on the force/torque generation by thermoplastic orthodontic aligners. Ten thermoformed aligners, made of Essix ACE® thermoplastic she...
Background: Peri-implantitis is an inflammatory condition caused by bacterial plaque and several factors like diabetes, smoking, titanium bio-tribocorrosion, implant–abutment micromovements, occlusal overload, cement remnants, and poor oral hyg...
Aim: To measure the bond strength between two different CAD/CAM PMMA denture base resins and three different types of gum characterisation composites. Materials and Methods: CAD/CAM single cross-linked (Telio CAD) and double cross-linked (Vivodent CA...
Purpose: To systematically review studies that investigated the consequences of various polishing protocols on the mechanical properties of zirconia. The effects on the roughness and crystalline phase transformation were also evaluated. Materials and...
Oral cancer (OC) is the 16th most common cancer worldwide. In Sri Lanka, OC is the most prevalent cancer among men and the eighth among women. In most instances, OC is preceded by clinically recognizable disorders appearing on the oral mucosa, termed...
Healthcare organisations around the world have embraced the valuable role that patient experience plays in the improvement of health care delivery. Engaging with patients is a vital component of understanding how to deliver safe, high-quality, respec...
Digital models and three-dimensional technology in orthodontics have become an integral part of everyday clinical practice. Nevertheless, there is currently no consensus regarding in which cases a digital model is really necessary. Therefore, this sc...
Odontogenic cysts are frequently encountered in clinical practice. However, residual cysts, a specific type of inflammatory odontogenic cyst, are relatively rare. These cysts may slowly expand over time, damaging surrounding soft tissues and bone, ty...
Patient experience has been acknowledged as a critical dimension of healthcare quality alongside patient safety and clinical effectiveness. However, patient experiences in complete removable denture wearing have not been well established qualitativel...
Periodontitis is a common non-communicable inflammatory disease that leads to the destruction of periodontal tissues and tooth loss. Initiated by the plaque biofilm, there is a strong innate immune response with an abundance of neutrophils in the per...
The surgical extraction of the lower third molar is widely practiced in oral surgery. Inflammatory complications such as pain, swelling, and trismus can cause discomfort to the patients after third molar extraction. Several methods have been used to...
Background: Oral health (OH) has evolved beyond dental concerns to encompass psychosocial dimensions and overall well-being. This study reviews OH strategies within a public health framework to identify key elements for effective OH promotion. Method...
The advent of zirconia ceramics with excellent mechanical, biomechanical, and optical properties has made them attractive metal-free substitutes for titanium implants. Both animal and human studies have documented shortcomings with titanium implants....
Background: The adoption of digital technology in dentistry is rapidly increasing worldwide. Intraoral scanners (IOSs) have been mainly used to create 3D digital dental models but recently attracted attention as an important device for diagnosing ora...
The objective of this scoping review was to map out the cultural themes related to oral health practices, beliefs, and experiences in Nigeria; explore mythologies about oral health in Nigeria; identify the perceived cultural significance of oral heal...
Poor oral hygiene and excessive consumption of soda are among the main drivers of systemic health issues in adolescents in the United States. This non-randomized pilot clinical trial focused on the effects of a health text message system and smartpho...
This study aimed to conduct a mixed-methods SR of the literature investigating the experiences (knowledge, attitudes, practices, and effects of use) concerning dental dam and cling film use. The SR methodology was informed by the Preferred Reporting...
Photodynamic therapy facilitates the selective destruction of cancer tissue by utilizing a photosensitizer drug, the light near the absorbance wavelength of the drug, and oxygen. Methylene Blue, 5-aminolevulinic acid (the precursor of the photosensit...
The unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic has indelibly impacted routine healthcare provision across the globe. Nevertheless, management of traumatic injuries has remained a priority patient care service of oral and maxillofacial (OMF) practice. This study...
By age 17, almost 80% of US children have dental caries resulting from cariogenic bacteria that could be reduced with tooth brushing. This cross-sectional, correlational pilot study aims to understand the association between tooth brushing and oral m...
Medication-Related Osteo-Necrosis of the Jaws (MRONJ) is a severe painful complication of the long-lasting administration of bisphosphonates and anti-resorptive and anti-angiogenetic drugs in neoplastic and dysmetabolic patients, secondary to minor s...
The objective of this study was to investigate and compare the effectiveness of toothpastes containing bioactives to relieve dentin hypersensitivity with that of a commercial desensitizing toothpaste containing REFIX technology, associated or not wit...
(1) Background: Head and neck cancer (HNC) is a major public health challenge worldwide, with oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) being the predominant form. Despite advances in treatment, OSCC remains a major cause of morbidity and mortality due to...
The surgical procedures in the treatment of periodontitis generally aim to reduce pocket depth, improve teeth maintenance, and enhance long-term stability. Several approaches have been proposed over the years including different techniques, drugs, an...
Background/Objectives: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming dentistry by offering advanced solutions to improve diagnostic accuracy, optimize treatment planning, and advance patient care. However, as AI becomes more prevalent in dental practi...
Objective: This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the effects of moisture control strategies (including wet-bonding techniques, universal adhesives, and etching type) on dentin bonding performance in restorative dentistry. Methods...
The main objective of this systematic review was to evaluate the microbiology of maxillary sinus infections and to determine whether an odontogenic origin of the infection can be established. The PIE question posed was the following: In patients with...
The frequency of epidermoid cysts in the maxillofacial region is relatively low. Reported: a case of a giant sublingual epidermoid cyst on the floor of the mouth. Case: 38-year-old woman. Chief complaint: oral swelling and respiratory distress. Histo...
