Abstract Secondary caries at the margins of composite restorations has been attributed to adhesive failure and consequent accumulation of cariogenic biofilms. Objectives To develop and evaluate an etch-and-rinse adhesive system…
Abstract Objectives to determine the mode of light transmission and its impact on the polymerisation kinetic in modern bulk-fill resin-based composites (B-RBC). Materials and methods Four low-viscosity methacrylate-based and one…
Abstract Objectives To evaluate the effect of using a bulk-fill flowable base material on fracture strength and fracture patterns of root-filled maxillary premolars with MOD preparations restored with laminate restorations….
Abstract Objectives To evaluate the ability of a Near Infrared Light Transillumination (NILT) device to detect non-cavitated approximal caries lesions; and to compare its performance to Digital Radiography (DR). Methods…
Abstract Objectives The objectives of the present study were to (1) retrospectively evaluate documented cases of ceramic and composite endocrowns performed using immediate dentin sealing (IDS); (2) correlate failures with…
Abstract Objectives This electron microscopic study aimed at investigating effects of oral astringent stimuli on the enamel pellicle’s morphology. Methods Pellicles were formed in situ within 30 min on bovine…
Abstract Objective The aim of this study is to characterize the morphological and histological features of NCCLs in a group of extracted teeth using a focus variation optical microscopic technique…
Abstract Objectives The purpose was to assess the early effects of removable partial denture (RPD) placement on abutment teeth in patients with periodontal disease. Methods Fifteen distal-extension RPDs and 19…
Abstract Objective The present study appraises the construct validity of the Visible Occlusal Plaque Index (VOPI) along with its sub-types, convergent and discriminant validity. Methods 618 10–15 year old Brazilian…
Abstract Objectives White spot lesions due to biofilm acid-induced enamel demineralization are prevalent in orthodontic treatments. The aim of this study was to develop a novel bioactive multifunctional cement with…
Abstract Aim The present study investigated the accuracy of root canal preparation with regard to the integrity of the apical constriction (AC) using two different working length determination approaches: (1)…
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Abstract Objectives To explore relative efficacy of six negative-control dentifrices utilised as controls in clinical studies compared with two dentine hypersensitivity (DH)-relief dentifrices used 2×/day for 8 weeks. Methods Six…
Abstract Objective The purpose of this study was to evaluate the 10-year clinical performance of zirconia-based inlay-retained fixed dental prostheses (IRFDP). Methods For replacement of a molar in 27 patients,…
Abstract Objectives This study aimed to explore the association between early life factors and dental caries among 5-year-old Chinese children. Methods Data from 9722 preschool children who participated in the…
Abstract Objectives Characterization of a number of pulp capping materials and assessment of the leachate for elemental composition, antimicrobial activity and cell proliferation and expression. Methodology Three experimental light curable…
Abstract Objectives To investigate repairs of direct restorations by a group of Dutch general dental practitioners (GDPs) and its consequences on longevity of restorations. Methods Data set was based on…
Abstract Objectives This critical review aimed to identify, consolidate and evaluate the quality of Willingness to Pay (WTP) studies applied to clinical contexts in the field of dentistry. Methods PubMed…
Abstract Objectives Open Access (OA) to the scientific literature, a recent revolution in scientific communication, is now required by an increasing number of funders and institutions. The aims of this…
Abstract Objectives 10-methacryloyloxydecyldihydrogenphosphate (MDP) containing primers improve bonding of yttria-stabilised tetragonal zirconia (Y-TZP) to methacrylate resins. The present study investigated the role played by water in the deterioration of MDP-mediated…
