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Microbial adhesion on different types of orthodontic brackets and wires: An in vitro study

Saudi Dental Journal
Objective: The objective of this study was to compare the microbial adhesion of different oral pathogens on different wires used in orthodontic treatment and to evaluate the potential of these pathogens to form biofilms on different types of orthodontic ...
Huda Abutayyem, Mahra Abdullatif Alshehhi, Maha Alameri, Muhammad Sohail Zafar   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Tensile strength differences between nickel-titanium and titanium molybdenum alloy orthodontic archwire after immersion in detergent toothpaste

Scientific Dental Journal, 2020
Background: Titanium-based alloys, such as nickel-titanium (NiTi) and titanium molybdenum alloy (TMA), have gained immense popularity in the last decades. Some toothpaste ingredients can negatively affect orthodontic procedures.
Hilda Fitria Lubis, Calvint
doaj   +1 more source

Evaluation of Nickel Ion Release from Orthodontic Wires in Different Types of Artificial Saliva [PDF]

Al-Rafidain Dental Journal, 2014
Aims: To evaluate the amount of nickel ion release from stainless steel orthodontic wires in different artificial saliva and in different time periods. Materials and Methods: This study included six different commercial stainless steel orthodontic wires ...
Amer. A. Taqa, Wafaa Gh. Fathi , Ruba J. Mohammed   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Dentists' Knowledge and Clinical Practice Regarding Splinting After Dental Trauma: A Guideline‐Based Cross‐Sectional Study

Dental Traumatology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background/Aim Traumatic dental injuries require prompt, guideline‐based management, and splinting is critical for healing and prognosis. The aim of this cross‐sectional study was to assess and compare International Association of Dental Traumatology (IADT) guideline–based splinting knowledge among general dentists and dental specialists ...
Zeynep Şeyda Yavşan, Gülçin Cagay Sevencan   +1 more
wiley   +1 more source

MRI compatibility of orthodontic brackets and wires: systematic review article

BMC Oral Health, 2022
Background Before the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) examination fixed orthodontic devices, such as brackets and wires, cause challenges not only for the orthodontist but also for the radiologist. Essentially, the MRI-safe scan of the fixed orthodontic
Adrienn Dobai, Fanni Dembrovszky, Tamás Vízkelety, Péter Barsi, Fanni Juhász, Csaba Dobó-Nagy   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Clinical Complications of Fixed Anterior Prostheses After Traumatic Premature Loss of Primary Maxillary Incisors: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Dental Traumatology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background/Aim Premature loss of primary maxillary incisors after traumatic dental injuries may require secondary rehabilitation in preschool children. Evidence on complications associated with fixed anterior prostheses in this context remains limited.
Alberto Adanero Velasco, Eva Martínez Pérez, Víctor Gómez Clemente, Paloma Planells Del Pozo   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Manual Dexterity Admission Tests and Pre‐Clinical Performance of Dentistry Students

European Journal of Dental Education, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Dental school admissions typically include various forms of assessments including manual dexterity tests (MDT) and interviews. While MDTs have long been used, their value as predictors of pre‐clinical performance in dental school remains unclear. In Singapore, the dental school admissions assessment comprises an MDT and the Multiple
Ishreen Kaur Dhillon, Mun Loke Wong, Yu Fan Sim, Shijia Hu   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Machine Learning‐Based Prediction of Dental Caries in 12‐Year‐Old Adolescents: A Nationwide Cross‐Sectional Study in Korea

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective We aimed to develop and evaluate machine learning models to support population‐level risk stratification for dental caries in the permanent dentition of 12‐year‐old Korean children and to visualise the relative importance of key predictors.
Gahyun Cho, Hae‐Young Kim, Ki‐Bong Choi, Sunmi Song, Junesun Kim   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

The Effect of Chlorhexidine Mouthwash, With or Without Alcohol, on Plaque and Gingivitis: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aim This study systematically assessed the available literature on the effect of a chlorhexidine mouthwash without alcohol (CHXalc−) compared to a chlorhexidine mouthwash with alcohol (CHXalc+) on plaque and parameters of gingivitis. Side effects and user appreciation were secondary outcomes.
Bregje W. M. van Swaaij, Maud Joosstens, G. A. (Fridus) Van der Weijden, Liselet de Vries, Dagmar Else Slot   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Efficacy of Air‐Polishing in Managing Biofilm Formation in Patients Wearing Fixed Orthodontic Appliances: A Single‐Blind, Split‐Mouth, Randomised Controlled Trial

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objectives To investigate the efficacy of air‐polishing in managing biofilm formation in patients wearing fixed orthodontic appliances. Methods This pilot study was designed as a single‐blind split‐mouth randomised controlled study. Twenty patients undergoing fixed orthodontic treatment were enrolled.
James Millar, Tianyou Wu, Richard D. Cannon, Mauro Farella, Li Mei   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source