Diagnostic accuracy of cone-beam computed tomography in detecting secondary caries under composite fillings: An in vitro study [PDF]
Purpose: The aim of this in vitro study was to assess the diagnostic performance of cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) in the detection of secondary carious lesions under composite resin fillings applied to different types of cavities.
Altunkaynak, Bülent +4 more
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Effect of Light-Curable Resin-Modified Glass Ionomer Varnish on Non-Cavitated Proximal Caries Lesions in Primary Molars: A Randomized Controlled Trial [PDF]
Jihan Abdulahad Khan +4 more
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The Current Status of Infant Oral Health Instruction Within Predoctoral Dental Education
ABSTRACT A pediatric dental home is a patient–provider relationship that establishes compassionate, comprehensive care that is continually accessible. For more than two decades, professional organizations have recommended children establish a dental home by their first birthday. In 2024, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) Council on Pre‐
Beau D. Meyer +11 more
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Background The theory of planned behavior (TPB) is recognized as an effective theory for behavior change. The aim of the present study was to investigate the impact of two TPB-based educational interventions on oral self-examination (OSE) behavior and ...
Anoosheh Ghasemian +3 more
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Trust and Distrust in Dental Professionals: Patient Perceptions and Experiences
ABSTRACT Purpose To investigate factors that contribute to trust in dentists among patients with socioeconomic barriers and explore how these factors influence patient decisions to undergo dental treatment. Methods Patients at the University of Toronto, Faculty of Dentistry, participated in one‐on‐one semi‐structured interviews, answering open‐ended ...
Ken He +3 more
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Silver Diamine Fluoride and Oral Health-Related Quality of Life [PDF]
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to study the association between Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) and Oral Health-Related Quality of Life as assessed by “The Early Childhood Oral Health Impact Scale” questionnaire.
Javdan, Nazafarin
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Microbiological Aspects and Immunity Response of Bacteria Causing Pulpitis [PDF]
The oral cavity is a very widely distributed ecosystem in which several hundred microbial species normally cohabit harmoniously. Under special conditions some microorganisms with potential are promoted, leading to inflammation & infection by ...
Deepak Dwivedi +2 more
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Evaluating Student Communication Skills in a Simulation Setting: A Trends Analysis
ABSTRACT Objective This study aims to comprehensively evaluate the communication skills of dental students at the University of Colorado over a 7‐year period (2016–2022). The study hypothesis is that communication skills will remain consistent over the 7‐year period.
Tamanna Tiwari +6 more
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Background/Objectives: Contact areas between first and second primary molars, shaped by concave/convex proximal surface morphology, are associated with proximal caries with concave surfaces linked to biofilm stagnation.
Andrea Cortes +3 more
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Motivational Interviewing for Parent-child Health Interventions: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis [PDF]
Purpose: Motivational interviewing (MI) is a patient-centered approach focusing on building intrinsic motivation for change. This paper presents a meta-analysis of parent-involved MI to improve pediatric health behavior and health outcomes.
Borrelli, Belinda, Tooley, Erin M.
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