2025 October - 38 articles
The mechanical properties of dental implants are critical for their durability. The purpose of this study was to determine the maximum force required to induce full pull-out of a titanium implant from the bone and to characterize the mechanical behav...
This study characterized the biological response of MG-63 cells to synthetic, hydroxyapatite scaffolds (HAsint) fabricated via fused filament fabrication. Scaffolds were compared to 2D plate-adherent cultures using six assays: cell morphology and dis...
In this study, a biodegradable Mg-Zn-Nd-Gd alloy was processed via multi-directional forging (MDF) to evaluate its microstructural evolution, mechanical performance, and corrosion behavior. Electron backscattered diffraction (EBSD) analysis was condu...
The use of saponins with biosurfactant, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer properties is limited by their toxicity and bioavailability. This study focused on the fabrication, characterization, and bioactivity of crude tea saponin (TS) an...
Despite the significant ongoing development of fixation materials, plate breakages still occur after osteosynthesis of the mandibular condyles. The aim of this study is to demonstrate the complications caused by fixation material breakages in the hop...
In the pursuit of addressing the persistent challenge of bacterial adhesion and biofilm formation in dental care, this study investigates the efficacy of electric current as an alternative strategy, specifically focusing on its application in dental...
This randomized, prospective clinical trial was conducted to compare the effectiveness of the oscillating chitosan brush (OCB) and an air-abrasive device (AAD) in improving clinical outcomes during non-surgical management of peri-implant mucositis. F...
Alginate-hydroxyapatite (AL) scaffolds modified with fibronectin (FN) or bioactive glass (BGMS10) have recently been characterized for their physicochemical properties and proposed as promising candidates for bone regeneration. Here, we present their...
Impaired bone regeneration and wound healing represent a major clinical and socioeconomic challenge for our aging and multimorbid population. Fracture and wound healing share many common features, with transforming growth factor beta (TGF-β) bei...
The perforation of the tympanic membrane is a world-wide clinical problem resulting from trauma or infection and requiring effective regeneration methods. In recent years researchers have focused on natural polymers as promising materials for restori...
Decellularized extracellular matrix (dECM) scaffolds preserve native tissue structure and biochemical cues while minimizing immune responses, creating biomimetic templates that promote cell integration and tissue remodeling. This review examines the...
Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) for mandibular condyle fractures remains a controversial and challenging issue, with the exception of basal and low-neck fractures. Currently, there is a consensus that fractures causing irreparable maloccl...
Local recurrence after breast cancer surgery presents a critical challenge, demanding novel local immunotherapies capable of eliminating residual disease while avoiding systemic toxicity. In situ-forming hydrogels, functionalized with bioactive cargo...
Small-diameter vascular grafts often fail due to thrombosis and compliance mismatch. Decellularized plant scaffolds are a biocompatible, sustainable alternative. Leatherleaf viburnum leaves provide natural architecture and mechanical integrity suitab...
Suture anchors are widely used for tendon and ligament repair, but their fixation strength is compromised in osteoporotic bone and limited bone volume such as the coracoid process. Existing designs are prone to penetration and insufficient cortical e...
This randomized controlled clinical trial compared a conventional combined screw- and cement-retained prosthesis (CSCRP) workflow (control group) with a fully digital cementless screw-retained prosthesis (CL-SRP) system (test group) for single poster...
Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) is a leading cause of infectious corneal blindness worldwide. Human donor corneal transplantation remains the primary treatment for scarred corneas resulting from herpes simplex keratitis (HSK), a severe inflammato...
Background: Pulp canal calcification (PCC) poses a challenge for endodontic treatment, as it obscures the canal and increases the risk of complications. This study aimed to evaluate the accuracy of endodontic access cavity preparation using dynamic n...
The aim of this pilot in vitro study is to investigate the fracture strength of hybrid abutment crowns (HACs) made of a 3D-printable, tooth-colored, ceramic-reinforced composite (CRC). Based on an upper first premolar, a crown was designed, and speci...
In this study, the chemical solubility (stability) of yttria-partially stabilized zirconia (2.3Y-TZP) dental ceramics, both glazed (Group 2) and non-glazed samples (Group 1), was evaluated using a modified testing protocol based on ISO 6872:2024. Che...
Chitosan-based nanoparticles were prepared using an eco-friendly chemical procedure that conjugates natural fatty acids to the backbone of chitosan. This consists of reacting two molecules in the absence of a solvent and using microwaves to promote t...
Background: The implant–abutment interface has been thoroughly examined due to its impact on the success of implant healing and longevity. Removing the abutment is advantageous, but it changes the biomechanics of the implant fixture and restora...
Background: Polycarbonate–urethane (PCU) is a recently developed bearing surface used in prosthetic hip surgery. It offers several theoretical advantages, including an elasticity modulus similar to that of natural cartilage, good lubrication pr...
Introduction: 3D-printing is an emerging technology in the field of prosthetics, offering advantages such as cost-effectiveness, ease of customization, and improved accessibility. While previous reviews have focused on limited aspects, the aim of thi...
Background/Objective: Clinical statistics show that bacterial infection is a major driver of implant failure. To enhance antibacterial performance, some metallic elements, such as silver (Ag), zinc (Zn), and copper (Cu), are commonly used to modify t...
Tamibarotene (Am80) is a promising anti-tumor drug that induces the expression of Meflin (a glycosylphosphatidyl inositol-anchored protein) in cancer-associated fibroblasts, thereby improving the tumor microenvironment. However, Am80, which is approv...
Background: Autologous tooth-derived grafts have recently gained attention as an innovative alternative to conventional biomaterials for alveolar ridge preservation (ARP) and augmentation (ARA). Their structural similarity to bone and osteoinductive...
The development of dressing materials mainly protects the wound, prevents infection, and assists in wound healing. Apart from the most common gauze on the market, different dressing materials can accelerate wound healing. Bacterial cellulose (BC) dre...
The intervertebral disc (IVD) is a biphasic tissue in which the extracellular matrix (ECM) acts as a structural scaffold and regulates hydration and solute transport. The influence of hydration on the swelling and mechanical properties of the IVD, pa...
Background: The aim of this bibliometric study was to evaluate publication trends in the most frequently cited clinical trials on the treatment of gingival recession, taking into account the augmentation materials used. Methods: A Web of Science sear...
Bone regeneration depends on a delicate balance between osteoblast-driven bone formation and osteoclast-mediated resorption, coordinated by complex biochemical cues. Magnesium (Mg2+) is known to modulate these processes. However, despite extensive re...
This study investigates the influence of plasma electrolytic oxidation (PEO) on corrosion resistance of Ti6Al4V alloys produced by direct metal laser sintering (DMLS) for orthopedic implants. PEO (300 s) and flash-PEO (60 s) coatings containing Si, C...
Synthetic biomaterials are widely used as bone graft substitutes, but their osteogenic capacity is limited as they lack osteogenic growth factors. This study aimed to enhance the osteogenesis of a novel hydroxyapatite/aragonite (HAA) biomaterial by i...
Background: The growing interest in the field of platelet-rich fibrins has led to the development of novel generations of these concentrates, with one of the newest additions being advanced platelet-rich fibrin plus (A-PRF+). The updated centrifuge p...
Surface roughness influences biofilm adhesion on denture base materials, impacting oral health. Despite advances in polymeric denture materials, the effects of common cleaning protocols on their surface texture remain inadequately characterized. This...
The increasing demand for novel tissue engineering (TE) applications in bone tissue regeneration underscores the importance of exploring advanced manufacturing techniques and biomaterials for personalised treatment approaches. Three-dimensional print...
Aim: This retrospective observational clinical cohort study evaluated 84-month clinical and radiographic outcomes of a regenerative protocol combining autologous dentin grafts processed with the Tooth Transformer® device and Concentrated Growth F...
Organ bioprinting is a rapidly evolving field designed to address the persistent shortage of donor organs by engineering patient-specific tissues that replicate the function and structure of natural organs. Despite significant technological advanceme...
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