Journal of Periodontal Research, EarlyView.The target trial framework is a pragmatic roadmap for observational causal inference that clarifies questions, mitigates time‐related bias, and improves interpretability while acknowledging limits. With transparent protocols, appropriate methods, and suitable data, it can complement randomized trials and inform practice and policy.
Sebastian‐Edgar Baumeister +6 more
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The role of AMY1 gene copy number variation in dental caries susceptibility: insights from a Turkish population. [PDF]
BMC Oral HealthHatipoğlu Ö, Saydam F.
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Journal of Periodontal Research, EarlyView.Fewer posterior masticatory units (PMUs) are associated with higher mortality, partly explained by diet quality. This association is attenuated by posterior prosthetic rehabilitation and is no longer evident when ≥ 5 PMUs are restored with implant‐supported prostheses. ABSTRACT Aim To (i) evaluate the association between posterior masticatory unit (PMU)
John Rong Hao Tay +2 more
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Effects of an Oral Health Management Program During Pregnancy: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Oral Diseases, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Objective To evaluate the effects of a Health Belief Model‐based oral health management program on self‐efficacy, oral health behaviors, and three periodontal clinical indicators among pregnant women. Study Design A randomized controlled trial was conducted with 65 participants randomly allocated to the intervention (n = 39) and control (n ...
Piaopiao Chen +4 more
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Impact of Dental Status on Heart Transplantation Outcomes
Oral Diseases, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Objective Oral infections and poor dental health may contribute to systemic complications after heart transplantation, yet data on their impact is limited. In the absence of standardized dental guidelines for transplant candidates, this study evaluated preoperative dental status and its association with post‐transplant outcomes.
Katharina Theresa Obermeier +8 more
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Genetic Associations with Non-Syndromic Cleft Lip/Palate and Dental Caries in Kuwaiti Patients: A Case-Control Study. [PDF]
Dent J (Basel)Al-Melh MA +3 more
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Association of Phenylthiocarbamide Taste Sensitivity with Dental Caries, Skeletal Maturity, and Body Mass Index Percentiles in Children Aged 8-12 Years: A Cross-sectional Study. [PDF]
Int J Clin Pediatr DentDixit A +3 more
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Equity and integration; why the oral healthcare community urgently needs to reflect on its approach to caries management. [PDF]
Int J Equity HealthFisher J +3 more
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Early Childhood Caries and Associated Risk Factors among Preschool Children in Southeast Iran
Pesquisa Brasileira em Odontopediatria e Clínica IntegradaObjective: To determine the prevalence of ECC and evaluate its association with possible risk factors in a group of preschool children in Kerman, Iran.
Homa Kamyabi +4 more
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