evaluate the prevalence and hygiene habits of 13-19 years-old adolescent users of removable orthodontic appliances (ROA) and to determine hygiene methods for the appliances prescribed by dentists, in the city of Pelotas. Methods: The study had two stages.
Rita Regina Souza Lamas, Mabel Miluska Suca Salas, Tatiana Pereira Cenci, Marcos Britto Corrêa, Rafael Guerra Lund
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Orthodontic emergencies in a postgraduate clinic: a retrospective analysis. [PDF]
Vårum VB +2 more
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Abstract Background Patients suffering from stage IV periodontitis are often characterized by pathologic tooth migration, drifting, flaring, posterior bite collapse, and secondary occlusal trauma (case type 2). Many times, these patients seek treatment because of functional and esthetic demands.
Karin Jepsen +3 more
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Treating Stage IV periodontitis: the UK adolopment of the EFP Stage IV Periodontitis Treatment Guidelines. [PDF]
Raindi DS, Kebschull M, Chapple I.
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Abstract Background Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly gaining attention in the field of periodontology and implant dentistry. Currently developed models can support diagnosis, treatment planning, and maintenance monitoring. However, most of the available literature is based on retrospective and often single‐modality data sets.
Aminollah Khormali +2 more
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Protocols and Trends in Maintaining the Stability of Orthodontic Treatment Outcomes in Croatia over 10 Years: A Repeated Cross - Sectional Study. [PDF]
Žigante M +2 more
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Antibiofilm Activity of a Thermoformable Material Loaded With Essential Oil Solution
ABSTRACT Background Interest in antimicrobial surfaces for dental devices, such as aligners and brackets, is growing. These surfaces are designed to retard biofilm formation. One approach is to load essential oils (EOs) into the material. The focus of this study was the antibacterial, anti‐biofilm, and anti‐inflammatory activities of an EO solution ...
Alexandra Stähli +4 more
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Comparative impact of clear aligners versus fixed orthodontic appliances on periodontal health, pain, and quality of life: a systematic review and meta-analysis. [PDF]
Kaur K +4 more
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Patch Test Reactions to Dental Materials: A Retrospective Single‐Centre Study
In this retrospective single‐centre study of 439 adults referred for suspected delayed‐type hypersensitivity to dental materials, 50.1% had at least one positive patch test reaction, most often to metals. Nickel (23.0%) and palladium (16.6%) pre‐dominated, whilst methacrylate positivity was uncommon (6.2%) and not fully captured by HEMA alone.
Mojca Bizjak‐Suran +3 more
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Microplastics Release From Clear Aligners: A Scoping Review of Current Evidence, Health Implications, and Policy Directions. [PDF]
Varghese C +6 more
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