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 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…
