Interdental papilla reconstruction: a systematic review.

Objectives: To assess treatment options for the reconstruction of the lost interdental papilla and to evaluate evidence for their efficacy.

Methods: An electronic search (Medline, Embase and the Cochrane Library Database and OpenGray) and a hand search were carried out to identify all types of studies investigating interdental papilla reconstruction (except for reviews) with a minimum of 3 months follow-up.

Results: Forty-five studies were included in the study including 7 RCTs, 2 cohort studies, 19 case series and 17 case reports.

Microbiome differences in periodontal, peri-implant, and healthy sites: a cross-sectional pilot study.

Objectives: To explore microbial communities associated with health and disease status around teeth and dental implants.

Materials And Methods: A total of 10 healthy, 24 periodontitis, and 24 peri-implant sites from 24 patients were sequenced by next-generation sequencing. Microbial DNA was extracted and 16S rRNA gene was amplified.

Common Difficult Scenarios for The Newly Qualified Dental Professional.

Dental complaints are at the forefront of many dental practitioners' thoughts, with most dentists likely to have a complaint against them during their practicing lifetime. Difficult clinical scenarios can be particularly challenging for the newly qualified dental professional to manage, with a lack of experience potentially leading to an increased likelihood of a complaint. This article highlights several common clinical scenarios which dental practitioners are likely to face, providing a framework for their management and assessing the impact that the coronavirus pandemic may have on patients presenting for routine dental care.