The potential acidogenicity of liquid breakfasts
Abstract Objectives To determine the potential acidogenicy of liquid breakfasts. Methods In vitro acid production by Streptococcus mutans was measured in the beverages at a pH of 5.5, as was…
Evaluation of sorption/solubility, softening, flexural strength and elastic modulus of experimental resin blends with chlorhexidine
Abstract Objectives To evaluate physical-chemical properties of experimental diacetate chlorhexidine (CHX)-added resin blends. Methods Blends were formulated: G1)TEGDMA; G2)TEGDMA/0.1%CHX; G3)TEGDMA/0.2%CHX; G4)TEGDMA/UDMA; G5)TEGDMA/UDMA/0.1%CHX; G6)TEGDMA/UDMA/0.2%CHX; G7)TEGDMA/BisEMA, G8)TEGDMA/BisEMA/0.1%CHX; G9)TEGDMA/BisEMA/0.2%CHX. Icon ® was the…
Validation of a new, specific, complete, and short OHRQoL scale (QoLFAST-10) for wearers of implant overdentures and fixed-detachable hybrid prostheses
Abstract Objectives To validate a new index for assessing the whole concept of oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) of implant-prosthesis wearers. Methods 113 patients who were not requesting dental…
Inhibition of hybrid layer degradation by cavity pretreatment: Meta- and trial sequential analysis
Abstract Objectives Inhibition of hybrid layer degradation, for example via inhibition of matrix-metallo-proteinases (MMP) could reduce risk of retention loss and failure of adhesively placed restorations. This systematic review investigated…
Are dental researchers asking patient-important questions? A scoping review
Abstract Objectives There is an increasing recognition that research outcomes should resonate with patients rather than fixating on technical aspects of interventions. We aimed to assess the nature of outcomes…
Tuberculosis: Occupational risk among dental healthcare workers and risk for infection among dental patients. A meta-narrative review
Abstract Objectives Tuberculosis transmission among healthcare workers (HCWs) and patients is due to the level of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MT) circulation in the community and in the healthcare settings where HCWs…
Novel silane encapsulation system for tribochemical resin bonding to a Co-Cr alloy
Abstract Objectives Encapsulated silane has been introduced in powders for tribochemical coating (SilJet Plus, SP), eliminating the need for a separate silane primer. The aim of the study was to…
Effect of xylitol varnishes on remineralization of artificial enamel caries lesions in situ
Abstract Objectives Analyze the effect of varnishes containing xylitol compared to commercial fluoridated varnishes on the remineralization of artificial enamel caries lesions in situ . Methods Twenty subjects took part…
A prospective study of the performance of resin bonded bridgework in patients with hypodontia
Abstract Congenital absence of teeth presents a number of clinical challenges in young patients, and little is known about the success rate of restorative dental treatment in these patients. The…
Does immediate loading affect clinical and patient-centered outcomes of mandibular 2-unsplinted-implant overdenture? A 2-year within-case analysis
Abstract Objective To provide 2-year clinical- and patient-oriented data with regard to mandibular overdenture assisted by 2 immediately loaded unsplinted implants. Material and methods In this pre-post design, Phase-I clinical…
Stabilization of mandibular complete dentures by four mini implants: Impact on masticatory function
Abstract Objectives The frequent instability of mandibular removable complete dentures causes an alteration of mastication. An innovative therapeutic strategy involves placing four symphyseal mini implants. This study aimed at assessing…
Orthodontic cement with protein-repellent and antibacterial properties and the release of calcium and phosphate ions
Abstract Objectives White spot lesions often occur in orthodontic treatments. The objective of this study was to develop a novel resin-modified glass ionomer cement (RMGI) as an orthodontic cement with…
Anticaries effect of low-fluoride dentifrices with phosphates in children: A randomized, controlled trial
Abstract Low-fluoride dentifrices (LFD) have been recommended for young children aiming to minimize excessive fluoride intake during tooth brushing. Given the uncertainties surrounding the clinical efficacy of such formulations, alternatives…
A novel application of nanohydroxyapatite/mesoporous silica biocomposite on treating dentin hypersensitivity: An in vitrostudy
Abstract Objectives To fabricate a nanohydroxyapatite/mesoporous silica nanoparticle (nHAp@MSN) biocomposite and investigate its effectiveness on dentinal tubule occlusion, acid-resistant stability, and microtensile bond strength (MTBS). Methods The nHAp@MSN biocomposite was…
Oral microbial biofilm models and their application to the testing of anticariogenic agents
Abstract Objectives This review paper evaluates the use of in vitro biofilm models for the testing of anticariogenic agents . Data Caries is a biofilm-mediated oral disease and in vitro…
The influence of varying maxillary incisor shape on perceived smile aesthetics
Abstract Objectives This paper aims to determine the influence of varying the maxillary incisor shape of an individual on perceived smile aesthetics. Methods A photograph of a female smile displaying…
The role of enamel thickness and refractive index on human tooth colour
Abstract Objectives To investigate the role of enamel thickness and refractive index ( n ) on tooth colour. Methods The colour and enamel thickness of fifteen extracted human central incisors…
Evaluation of the smear layer removal and decalcification effect of QMix, maleic acid and EDTA on root canal dentine
Abstract Objectives The objective of the present in vitro study was to evaluate the canal wall smear layer removal capacity and mineral content distribution of root canal dentine after irrigation…
The role of enamel thickness and refractive index on human tooth colour
Abstract Objectives To investigate the role of enamel thickness and refractive index ( n ) on tooth colour. Methods The colour and enamel thickness of fifteen extracted human central incisors…
A novel regression model from RGB image data to spectroradiometric correlates optimized for tooth colored shades
Abstract Objectives Objectives of this study were to correlate RGB data from the VITA Linearguide 3D Master and VITA Bleached Guide 3D Master shade guides with their spectroradiometric correlates through…
