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Pattern of Endodontic Lesions of Maxillary and Mandibular Posterior Teeth: A Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Study

Journal of Imaging, 2022
The pattern of expansion of endodontic lesions in the jaws has been less commonly addressed in the literature. For this reason, the aim of this study is to assess the pattern of endodontic lesions of maxillary and mandibular posterior teeth using cone ...
Neda Hajihassani, Masoumeh Ramezani, Maryam Tofangchiha, Fatemeh Bayereh, Mehdi Ranjbaran, Alessio Zanza, Rodolfo Reda, Luca Testarelli   +7 more
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Perspectives and adherence of Iranian gynecologists to oral health care for pregnant women

BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
Background As the primary point of contact for healthcare providers, gynecologists can play a crucial role in promoting oral healthcare during pregnancy. This study aimed to assess the perspectives and adherence to oral healthcare promotion among Iranian
Zahra Mirsalehi, Hoda Bahramian, Babak Rahnema, Mohammad Javad Kharrazifar, Shirin Shahbazi Sighaldeh, Simin Z. Mohebbi   +5 more
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Application of health action process approach model to promote toothbrushing behavior among Iranian elderly population: a cluster randomized controlled trial

BMC Geriatrics
Background Improving the oral health of elderly individuals, involving various healthcare providers, should be a key objective for multidisciplinary teams responsible for their care.
Fatemeh Moghaddam, Katayoun Sargeran, Mahdia Gholami, Jamshid Jamali, Ahmad Reza Shamshiri   +4 more
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Exploring barriers and facilitators in primary oral health services: step towards Universal Health Coverage

BMC Health Services Research
Introduction Despite the Alma-Ata Declaration’s emphasis on primary health care (PHC) to achieve universal health coverage (UHC), oral diseases remain prevalent and costly. In Iran, health reforms have expanded PHC, yet oral health services lag.
Farid Farrokhi, Simin Zahra Mohebbi, Farzaneh Farrokhi, Mohammad Reza Khami   +3 more
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A scoping review of the impact of COVID-19 on dentistry: financial aspects

BMC Oral Health
Background The technological advancements of the past few decades in various aspects that are directly or indirectly related to health, along with the emphasis on public health in societal development, have improved the quality of life.
Farid Farrokhi, Farzaneh Farrokhi, Simin Zahra Mohebbi, Mohammad Reza Khami   +3 more
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Effectiveness of smart phone application use as continuing medical education method in pediatric oral health care: a randomized trial

BMC Medical Education, 2019
Background Continuing education aims at assisting physicians to maintain competency and expose them to emerging issues in their field. Over the last decade, approaches to the delivery of educational content have changed dramatically as medical education ...
M. Bonabi, S. Z. Mohebbi, E. A. Martinez-Mier, T. P. Thyvalikakath, M. R. Khami   +4 more
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Evaluation of Buccal Bone Thickness and Root Length of Maxillary Incisors in Deep Bite Patients Using Cone Beam Computed Tomography

Clinical and Experimental Dental Research
Objectives The aim of this study is to evaluate the buccal bone thickness and root length of the maxillary incisors in deep bite patients. Material and Methods Cone beam computed tomography data of 124 patients were randomly selected in this cross ...
Zahra Alsadat Emami Meybodi, Omid Mortezai, Zeynab Shalli, Maryam Tofangchiha, Elham Emami Meybodi, Abolfazl Razi Avarzamani   +5 more
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The role of diet in caries prevention

International Dental Journal, 2001
Over the last three decades the condition of the teeth of children has improved tremendously. This has generally been attributed to the increased use of fluoride toothpaste. During this period the total amount of sugars disappearing into the population per capita has hardly changed.
van Loveren, C., Duggall, M.S.
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Prevention of root caries.

Evidence-based dentistry, 2011
Randomised controlled trial.Elders having at least five teeth with exposed roots, no serious medical problems and basic self-care ability (including oral hygiene practices) were randomly allocated into one of four prevention groups. Individualised oral hygiene instruction was provided to each participant, focusing on effective brushing with a manual ...
Sequeira, Patrick, Lussi, Adrian
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Effect of a silicon-based sealing agent (GapSeal) on the reverse torque value of the abutment–implant screw [PDF]

Journal of Dental Materials and Techniques
Objective: One major cause of dental implant failure is screw loosening. Silicone sealants have been introduced to reduce the gap between abutments and implants, potentially reducing screw loosening.
Talayeh Katebi, Soolmaz Heidari, Shima Aalaei   +2 more
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