This study aims to evaluate the impact of formulation parameters on tannic acid-crosslinked gelatine (GelTA) films, intended as a mucoadhesive matrix for extended buccal drug delivery. GelTA films were prepared using the solvent evaporation technique and screened based on their mucoadhesive and dissolution characteristics. The formulation variables included the source of gelatine (bovine and fish), tannic acid concentration, pH of the film-forming solutions, and the type and concentration of plasticisers.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe study focuses on the preparation and characterisation (physicochemical and mechanical) of hydroxyapatite [Ca(PO)(OH)] (HA) from sea urchin, . Therefore, nano-sized HA prepared from sea urchin shells were collected from beaches of the Persian Gulf in Iran. Sea urchin shells were found a source of calcium carbonate in the form of aragonite (calcite) that crystallised in an organic matrix.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFDent Res J (Isfahan)
February 2023
Background: Dentistry practice has become more complex and challenging in the recent years. The clinical decision-making process has experienced many problems due to changing socioeconomic patterns, knowledgeable patients, rapid technological advances, and information explosion. The present study reviewed the status of the attitude toward evidence-based dentistry (EBD) among dental students of Iran Universities.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: To determine the relationship between prior obstetrical history and gestational age at delivery in a twin pregnancy.
Design: Retrospective cohort study using the United States Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology Clinic Outcomes Reporting System database.
Setting: Clinic-based data.