Search
Search Results
-
Bioethics of Epidemiological Oral Health Studies
The protection of the rights and dignity of human participants in research is of paramount importance. The ethical conduct of research is founded...
-
Comparative analysis of periodontal pain and quality of life in patients with fixed multibracket appliances and aligners (Invisalign®): longitudinal clinical study
BackgroundsThe aim of this longitudinal clinical study is to analyse and compare according to location, degree and type, the pain presented by...
-
The recent ethics boom in dentistry—moral fig leaf, fleeting trend or professional awakening?
Objectives“Ethics in dentistry” seems to be gaining importance as more and more dental institutions, professional associations and dental schools are...
-
Exploring age and gender variations in root canal morphology of maxillary premolars in Saudi sub population: a cross-sectional CBCT study
BackgroundIn complex teeth like maxillary premolars, endodontic treatment success depends on a complete comprehension of root canal anatomy. The...
-
Evaluation of root and canal morphology of mandibular premolar amongst Saudi subpopulation using the new system of classification: a CBCT study
BackgroundThe clinician should have complete knowledge of the normal anatomy of the root as well as complexities in the root canal configuration for...
-
The combined application of bleomycin with triamcinolone acetonide in port wine stains: inhibiting proliferation and recurrence of port wine stains
BackgroundPort wine stains slowly grow thicker over time, nodules appear on the surface, and the color slowly deepens from pink to purple. Even after...
-
Digital measurement method for comparing the absolute marginal discrepancy of three-unit ceramic fixed dental prostheses fabricated using conventional and digital technologies
BackgroundIn clinical practice, control of the marginal fit of fixed dental prostheses is hindered by evaluation method, which needs to be further...
-
Evaluation of root canal morphology in permanent maxillary and mandibular anterior teeth in Saudi subpopulation using two classification systems: a CBCT study
BackgroundAdequate knowledge of root canal morphology and possible variations is essential to achieve perfect root canal treatment and overcome...
-
Relationship between the number of lost teeth and the occurrence of depressive symptoms in middle-aged adults: a cross-sectional study
BackgroundMany recent studies suggest the existence of a relationship between oral health and the occurrence of depressive symptoms. The aim of this...
-
Assessment of knowledge and practices of additive manufacturing in dentistry among university teaching faculty in Saudi Arabia
BackgroundIn recent era, digitalization in the dental sciences has been observed in wide ranges. This cross-sectional study aimed to assess knowledge...
-
Periodontists’ perceptions and attitudes toward the use of social media for professional purposes in Saudi Arabia
BackgroundThere is a notable increase in the usage of social media platforms, especially for health communication, as more clinicians and patients...
-
Potential of ultra-high-resolution CT in detecting osseous changes of temporomandibular joint: experiences in temporomandibular disorders
BackgroundOsseous changes of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) are related to the progression of temporomandibular disorders (TMD), and computed...
-
Empathy level towards patients among thai dental students: a cross-sectional study
BackgroundThis study aimed to develop the Jefferson scale of Empathy - Health Professions student version (JSE-HPS) for the dental student in the...
-
Antimicrobial and cleaning effects of ultrasonic-mediated plasma-loaded microbubbles on Enterococcus faecalis biofilm: an in vitro study
BackgroundEnterococcus faecalis ( E. faecalis ) is the most frequently isolated bacteria from teeth with root canal treatment failure. This study aims...
-
Evaluation of the re-bond strength of debonded metal and ceramic brackets following Er: YAG laser treatment
BackgroundFailure of orthodontic bracket bonds is a common occurrence during orthodontic treatment. This study investigated the impact of Er: YAG...
-
Maxillofacial infections in lithuanian hospitalised children and adolescents: a 17-years retrospective study
PurposeTo analyse the epidemiology, treatment, and microbiological findings of hospitalised Lithuanian children and adolescents admitted due to...
-
Factors predicting different times for brushing teeth during the day: multilevel analyses
BackgroundThe most effective and simple intervention for preventing oral disease is toothbrushing. However, there is substantial variation in the...
-
Evaluation of the soft tissue facial profile in different skeletal malocclusions in relation to age
BackgroundThe aim of the study was to assess the thickness of the soft tissue facial profile (STFP) in relation to the skeletal malocclusion, age and...
-
Evidence-based selection of orthodontic miniscrews, increasing their success rate in the mandibular buccal shelf. A randomized, prospective clinical trial
BackgroundSkeletal anchorage has made it possible to perform complex orthodontic tooth movements that are difficult or even impossible to achieve...
