Aerosols Contamination in the Dental Practice Following Everyday Procedures: An Observational Study
ABSTRACT Objective The purpose of the present observational study was to evaluate the bacterial load in the air following various dental procedures. Methods Air contamination following seven aerosol‐generating dental procedures was assessed. The air volume was sampled by a wet cyclone collector for 10 min during 10 sessions of the following procedures:
Magda Mensi+7 more
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The Complex World of Toothpaste Diversity, Meeting Patient Clinical Needs. An Umbrella Review
ABSTRACT Background Amidst numerous recent advancements in toothpaste formulations and active ingredients, some clinicians may believe all toothpastes are similar despite differences in their active ingredients and corresponding clinical application.
Jeanie Suvan, Crystal Marruganti
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Comparative Evaluation of the Staining Resistance of Two Single-Shade Composites in Coffee and Chlorhexidine: A Spectrophotometric Analysis. [PDF]
Khanvilkar U+6 more
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Environmental stimuli‐responsive hydrogels in endodontics: Advances and perspectives
Abstract Stimuli‐responsive hydrogels are smart and functional materials that respond to various environmental stimuli, including temperature, light, magnetic field, pH, redox, enzymes and glucose. This responsiveness allows for the controlled release of therapeutic agents encapsulated within the hydrogels, enhancing treatment precision, improving ...
He Liu, Ya Shen
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Chlorhexidine and benzalkonium chloride: promising adjuncts in combating multidrug resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae in healthcare settings. [PDF]
Makled AF, Labeeb AZ, Moaz HM, Sleem AS.
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Evaluation of the performance of ChatGPT‐4 and ChatGPT‐4o as a learning tool in endodontics
Abstract Aims The aim of this study was to evaluate the accuracy and consistency of responses given by two different versions of Chat Generative Pre‐trained Transformer (ChatGPT), ChatGPT‐4, and ChatGPT‐4o, to multiple‐choice questions prepared from undergraduate endodontic education topics at different times of the day and on different days ...
Esra Arılı Öztürk+2 more
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Chlorhexidine-Loaded Zinc Nanoparticles: A Potent Antibacterial Agent Against Streptococcus pneumoniae. [PDF]
Kumar R+5 more
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Abstract Aim This study aimed to evaluate bacteriome profiles (diversity, composition and relative abundances of bacterial genera) of the fluids from apical periodontitis (AP)‐related radicular cysts (RCs). Methodology This observational study included 29 patients with AP and RC with complete sample triplets (supragingival plaque, cryopulverized tooth ...
David Szaraz+6 more
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The Antimicrobial Effect of a Low-Frequency Square Wave Compared to Chlorhexidine. [PDF]
Choi JW+4 more
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Abstract Background The outcomes of root canal treatment performed by students has not been well researched. Treatment outcomes of student clinicians directly correspond to the education they receive and therefore paves the way for future directions in endodontic education.
Philip Y.‐H. Chien+3 more
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