Microbial and periodontal shifts induced by orthodontic appliances: a comparative clinical study. [PDF]
Atasever İşler AA, Erdem A.
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Pain experience during initial alignment with self-ligating and conventional fixed orthodontic appliance system: A comparative clinical study. [PDF]
Alforaidi SA.
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Endodontic Complexity: A Scoping Review of Case Difficulty Assessment Tools and Indices
ABSTRACT Background Endodontic treatment varies in complexity, and accurate assessment of case difficulty is essential for clinical success, guiding referrals, and enhancing patient safety, particularly amongst general dental practitioners (GDPs). Objective This scoping review aimed to identify and appraise the available tools and indices developed to ...
Galvin S. S. Lin +5 more
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Validity and Reliability of the Greek Version of the Psychosocial Impact of Dental Aesthetics Questionnaire (Gr-PIDAQ). [PDF]
Anagnostou C +6 more
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ABSTRACT Background Hypercementosis is a non‐neoplastic condition characterized by excessive cementum deposition along the root surface, resulting in altered apical morphology. Although often asymptomatic and detected incidentally on radiographs, changes in apical contour may influence anatomical complexity in endodontic treatment.
Carlos Segura‐Raya +3 more
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The Relationship Between Malocclusion and Periodontal Health in Children and Adolescents: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. [PDF]
Szyszka-Sommerfeld L +13 more
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ABSTRACT Background Pulse oximetry is an accurate diagnostic method for assessing the condition of the dental pulp; however, the normal oxygen saturation levels for each tooth type are yet to be clearly defined. Objectives This systematic review and meta‐analysis aims to answer the question: What are the reference values for pulse oximetry testing in ...
Lilian Tietz +3 more
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Knowledge and Expectations of Orthodontic Retention Among Individuals Seeking Orthodontic Treatment in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study. [PDF]
Helal NM +3 more
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ABSTRACT Background An advanced oscillating‐rotating (OR) electric toothbrush was developed to help improve plaque control for paediatric patients. Aim To assess plaque reduction efficacy of an advanced OR electric toothbrush compared with a manual toothbrush among children. Design This was a 4‐week randomised, controlled, two‐treatment, parallel‐group,
Avi Zini +6 more
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Sense of coherence and its relation to self perceived dental appearance and normative orthodontic treatment need among 12-year-old children. [PDF]
Susmitha TS, Sukhabhogi JR, Doshi D.
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