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Performance of two laser motion modes versus conventional orthodontic ceramic brackets debonding technique on enamel surface topography
The risk of enamel deterioration that frequently coexists with debonding of orthodontic teeth brackets elevates the mandate for finding an optimum...
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Compliance with the ISO 27020:2019 norm of a sample of currently available preadjusted Orthodontic bracket systems. Are the actual dimensions as expected?
BackgroundDetermine the exact slot dimension of a sample of a MBT prescription stainless steel conventional brackets from different manufacturers to...
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Analysing the potential of hydrophilic adhesive systems to optimise orthodontic bracket rebonding
IntroductionBond failure during fixed orthodontic treatment is a frequently occurring problem. As bracket rebonding is associated with reduced shear...
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Er:YAG laser lithium disilicate crown removal: removal time and pulpal temperature change
AbstractSince the removal of resin-luted all-ceramic restorations is a challenge, the use of Er:YAG lasers has become popular. The aim of this study...
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Femtosecond laser settings for optimal bracket bonding to zirconia
Bonding orthodontic brackets to ceramic materials is a challenging procedure; femtosecond (FS) laser conditioning could provide improved results, but...
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Clinical outcomes of ceramic femoral prosthesis in total knee arthroplasty: a systematic review
PurposeCeramic bearings have been widely used in total hip arthroplasty (THA), which resulted in satisfactory clinical outcomes due to the excellent...
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Orthodontic camouflage treatment for a patient with bilateral cleft lip and palate, bilateral crossbite, and microdontic maxillary lateral incisors
Cleft lip and palate is a congenital craniofacial anomaly that affects the lip and oral cavity. The management and orthodontic treatment of this...
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Living standard and access to tetanus toxoid immunization among women in Bangladesh
BackgroundAlthough Bangladesh has an impressive track record in the reduction of maternal and child mortality, tetanus, a dreadful disease, impedes...
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Lumen-apposing metal stents: A primer on indications and technical tips
Lumen-apposing metal stents have ushered a new frontier for interventional endoscopic ultrasound. Initial use for the drainage of pancreatic fluid...
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Design and analysis of three-dimensional printing of a porous titanium scaffold
ObjectiveMechanic strength, pore morphology and size are key factors for the three-dimensional (3D) printing of porous titanium scaffolds, therefore,...
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Quantitative evaluation of vertical control in orthodontic camouflage treatment for skeletal class II with hyperdivergent facial type
BackgroundIn this study, we sought to quantify the influence of vertical control assisted by a temporary anchorage device (TAD) on orthodontic...
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Treatment of the mandibular shift in an adult woman and the diagnostic value of joint space index: a case report
BackgroundMandibular deviations are common clinical complaints. The orthodontic or orthognathic treatment of mandibular deviations is tricky because...
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Accuracy of a portable accelerometer-based navigation system for cup placement and intraoperative leg length measurement in total hip arthroplasty: a cross-sectional study
BackgroundComplications after total hip arthroplasty (THA) are frequently the consequence of malpositioned components or leg length discrepancy after...
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Tissue distribution and retention drives efficacy of rapidly clearing VHL-based PROTACs
BackgroundProteolysis-targeting chimeras (PROTACs) are being developed for therapeutic use. However, they have poor pharmacokinetic profiles and...
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Low birthweight, prematurity, and intrauterine growth restriction: results from the baseline data of the first indigenous birth cohort in Brazil (Guarani Birth Cohort)
BackgroundLow birthweight (LBW) remains an important global health problem, associated with a range of adverse life-course health outcomes. Evidence...
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Biodegradable materials for bone defect repair
Compared with non-degradable materials, biodegradable biomaterials play an increasingly important role in the repairing of severe bone defects, and...
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Laser-assisted prevention of enamel caries: a 10-year review of the literature
Since the invention of lasers in dentistry, investigations in caries prevention by the use of laser radiation have been proposed. There are several...
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Bond strengths of brackets bonded to enamel surfaces conditioned with femtosecond and Er:YAG laser systems
The aim of this study was to compare femtosecond and Er:YAG laser systems with regard to enamel demineralization and bracket bond strength....
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Comparative three-dimensional analysis of initial biofilm formation on three orthodontic bracket materials
IntroductionThe purpose of the present study was to investigate and compare early biofilm formation on biomaterials, which are being used in...
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CO2 laser as auxiliary in the debonding of ceramic brackets
This study evaluated the temperature in the bonding composite and in the pulp chamber, the shear bond strength after the irradiation of CO 2 lasers,...
