Efficacy and Safety of Adding Electrolysis Device to Standard Methods of Maintaining Oral Hygiene in Patients with Fixed Orthodontic Appliance. [PDF]
Čolić Đ +8 more
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ABSTRACT Introduction This randomised, single‐blind, controlled study aimed to compare daily adjunctive use of an ultrasonic water irrigation device to dental floss in controlling plaque and gingival inflammation in patients with gingivitis. Methods Participants were randomly allocated to either daily use of an ultrasonic water irrigator or dental ...
Susan M. Bissett +4 more
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Oral health-related quality of life, experience and satisfaction in adolescents treated for dental crowding with self-ligating or conventional fixed appliances: a multicentre randomized controlled trial. [PDF]
Bokander Matilainen L +6 more
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Investigation of Misleading Techniques Used in Online Fluoride Misinformation
ABSTRACT Objectives Fluoride misinformation can fuel anti‐fluoridation movements, influencing political decisions and dental treatment choices. This study aimed to elucidate the misleading techniques used to produce online fluoride misinformation. Methodology Two independent investigators searched scientific databases for references that supported or ...
Matheus Lotto +4 more
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Gingival Phenotype and Associated Factors in Orthodontically Treated Individuals and Untreated Controls: A Cross-Sectional Comparative Study. [PDF]
Çolak R, Gül İ, Cicek O.
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ABSTRACT Dental materials with the potential for caries progression prevention have been an attractive alternative to minimally invasive treatments. Objectives This randomized controlled split‐mouth clinical trial aimed to assess, after 18 months, the retention, restoration quality, and caries progression or arrestment of active moderate carious ...
Juliana Aguiar Costa Mesquita +4 more
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Histogram‐Corrected Intraoral Photographs for Early Gingivitis Screening in Orthodontic Patients
ABSTRACT Objectives Gingivitis has a significant impact on periodontal health, both during and after orthodontic treatment. Early detection and management are essential for minimizing tissue damage. This study investigated an early gingivitis detection method using intraoral photographs (IOPs) taken before, at the midpoint (MO), and three‐quarters of ...
Ji‐Youn Kim, Kyuseok Kim, Han‐Na Kim
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Patients' needs, expectations & concerns regarding clear aligner treatment. [PDF]
Nemec M +7 more
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ABSTRACT Objective To appraise the quality of theories, conceptual models, and theoretical frameworks about SDM for oral healthcare practices. Background Shared decision‐making (SDM) is crucial to person‐centred care. Yet little is known about how (and if) patient engagement in SDM is conceptualised in oral healthcare.
Jessica Persson Kylén +3 more
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Biological Determinants and non-pharmacological management of orthodontic pain. [PDF]
Wang Y +6 more
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