BMC Oral Health, 2023 Background The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in dentistry has the potential to revolutionise the field of dental technologies. However, dental technicians’ views on the use of AI in dental technology are still sparse in the literature. This
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Carbon footprint of private dental laboratories in Egypt: A cross-sectional study [PDF]
BDJ OpenBackground Climate change poses a serious threat to the planet, mainly driven by greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Dental laboratories contribute to GHG emissions through staff travel, waste, energy and water consumption, and procurement.
Amira H. Elwan, Ahmed Mahmoud Fouda
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Cross-Sectional Analysis of Matrix Metalloproteinases and Bone Resorption Regulators in Apical Periodontitis: Linking Molecular Mechanisms with Clinical and Histopathological Features [PDF]
Acta Stomatologica CroaticaObjective(s) : (a) To quantify the relative gene expression of matrix metalloproteinases (MMP) -2, -9, their tissue inhibitor (TIMP) -2, receptor activator of nuclear factor kappa-B ligand (RANKL), and osteoprotegerin (OPG) in human apical periodontitis
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The Journal of Indian Prosthodontic Society, 2017 Aim and Objectives: The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge of dental laboratory technicians regarding infection control and modes of infection control employed by them.
Sakshi Gupta, Sapna Rani, Sandeep Garg
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Disinfection of dental impressions: knowledge and practice among dental technicians
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dentistry, 2019 Noor Al Mortadi,1 Aceil Al-Khatib,2 Karem H Alzoubi,3 Omar F Khabour41Department of Applied Dental Sciences, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan; 2Department of Oral Medicine and Oral Surgery ...
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Periodic detection and disinfection maintenance of dental unit waterlines in dental simulation head model laboratories [PDF]
Scientific ReportsDental simulation head model laboratories are crucial for clinical simulation training for stomatological students, yet the maintenance of their dental unit waterlines (DUWLs) has been overlooked.
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Communication between dentists and dental technicians in Lisbon for the construction of removable partial dentures’ metal frameworks [PDF]
Revista Portuguesa de Estomatologia, Medicina Dentária e Cirurgia Maxilofacial, 2023 Objectives: To evaluate the communication between dentists and dental technicians in Lisbon for the construction of metal frameworks for removable partial dentures (RPDs). Methods: This observational study’s target population was laboratories in Lisbon.
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PREVENTION AND CONTROL OF CROSS INFECTION AT DENTAL LABORATORIES IN EAST JAVA PROVINCE OF INDONESIA
Journal of Vocational Health Studies, 2021 Background: infectious disease is one major important health issue. Dental technician is an occupation which has a risk to get infectious disease transmitted from saliva, blood or contaminated tools if universal precaution utensils did not use properly ...
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Dental 3D-Printing: Transferring Art from the Laboratories to the Clinics
Polymers, 2021 The rise of three-dimensional (3D) printing technology has changed the face of dentistry over the past decade. 3D printing is a versatile technique that allows the fabrication of fully automated, tailor-made treatment plans, thereby delivering ...
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Post-COVID Reflections, the Dental Laboratory Perspective
Nigerian Dental Journal, 2023 There has been a growing interest in the topic of COVID-19 and its impact on dental laboratories. It has gained attention from researchers, policymakers, and the public due to its significance for the overall safety of dental practitioners ...
C. A. Anamelechi
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