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Occlusal Contact Changes in Implant‐Supported Fixed Prostheses: A Systematic Review
Overview of this research ABSTRACT Background Implant‐supported prostheses frequently face both mechanical and biological challenges. Although various techniques and principles are employed to manage excessive loads, occlusal contacts often change within 6 months of placement.
Itt Assoratgoon+6 more
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Recreational strategies for the elimination of pacifier and finger sucking habits [PDF]
PURPOSE: To verify the efficacy of recreational strategies of awareness for spontaneous removal of finger sucking or pacifier habits in children. METHODS: Fifteen children (nine female and six male), with ages ranging from 4 to 8 years (mean age of 5.6 ...
Gonçalves, Maria Inês Rebelo+1 more
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Brief graphical summary with the main study results. ABSTRACT Background Occlusal splints are an established treatment option for temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and for preventing the consequences of bruxism. However, the effectiveness of this therapy relies on the patient's adherence influenced by various factors.
Clara Christina Beck+3 more
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Oral myofunctional and electromyographic evaluation of the orbicularis oris and mentalis muscles in patients with class II/1 malocclusion submitted to first premolar extraction [PDF]
OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to assess the presence of oral myofunctional alterations before and after first premolar extraction in Class II/1 malocclusion patients that could endanger the long-term dental arch stability.
Berzin, Fausto+3 more
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Assessment of different treatment alternatives for patients with total maxillectomy
Abstract Purpose To assess the biomechanical advantages of combining zygoma and partial subperiosteal implants for maxillary reconstruction in severely atrophic maxillae, offering potential solutions to the challenges posed by traditional reconstruction methods.
Ilgın Arı+3 more
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Abstract Purpose To compare digitally fabricated complete dentures to conventionally fabricated dentures using patient‐ and clinician‐reported outcome measures. Methods This review was structured according to PRISMA guidelines with the protocol registered in the PROSPERO database (CRD42024526069).
Amira Fouda+4 more
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Abstract Purpose To evaluate the impact of occlusal trauma and excessive occlusal loading on dental implant health, with a focus on marginal bone loss and the incidence of peri‐implantitis. The review aims to clarify how nonphysiological occlusal forces influence stress distribution around implants and contribute to clinical complications.
Sean Mojaver+3 more
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Cell Therapy for Periodontal, Soft‐Tissue, and Craniofacial Regeneration
The clinical translation of mesenchymal stem/stromal cells (MSCs) represents a major advancement in dentistry, especially for periodontal, soft‐tissue, and craniofacial regeneration. However, several challenges remain to be addressed, including the absence of standardised protocols, limited scalability, regulatory hurdles, a lack of well‐controlled ...
Kamal Mustafa+5 more
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Mandibular Condylar Cartilage in Development and Diseases: A PTHrP‐Centric View
ABSTRACT The mandibular condylar cartilage (MCC) is a dual‐function component of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), acting as both articular cartilage for jaw movement and growth cartilage for vertical growth of the mandibular condyle. Parathyroid hormone‐related protein (PTHrP) plays a critical role in orchestrating chondrogenesis in the long bone ...
Chiaki Tsutsumi‐Arai+4 more
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The oral microbiota and periodontal health in orthodontic patients
Abstract The oral microbiota develops within the first 2 years of childhood and becomes distinct from the parents by 4 years‐of‐age. The oral microbiota plays an important role in the overall health/symbiosis of the individual. Deviations from the state of symbiosis leads to dysbiosis and an increased risk of pathogenicity.
Brandon W. Peterson+4 more
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