Palatal Rugae Patterns in Fars, Turkmen, and Sistani Ethnicities in the Eastern Part of the Caspian Littoral of Iran.

In forensic medicine, it is important to identify whole or fragmented bodies. This aim can be particularly challenging in mass disasters. Palatal rugae patterns can be used as a surrogate parameter in forensic medicine.

Oral health-related quality of life changes during phase 1 Class II malocclusion treatment using Frankel 2 and Twin-block appliances: A short-term follow-up study.

Introduction: Orthodontic treatment procedures affect oral health-related quality of life. This study analyzed and compared the patients using the Frankel 2 Regulator (FR2) and Twin-block (TB) orthodontic appliances.

Methods: This follow-up observational study comprised adolescents aged 10-16 years with Class II malocclusion seeking orthodontic treatment, between April and December 2019, in a private orthodontic clinic.

Evaluation of caries risk reduction following preventive programs in orthodontic patients, using Cariogram computer model: A quasi-experimental trial.

Objective: This study evaluated the effectiveness of preventive strategies on caries risk reduction in patients undergoing orthodontic treatment, using the Cariogram program.

Methods: In this quasi-experimental study, samples were selected using a convenience quota sampling technique, in a public dental school. At first, caries risk profile was determined for each subject using the Cariogram before brackets bonding.

Association of problematic Internet use and oral health-related quality of life among medical and dental students.

Background: The Internet as a communication tool is an essential component of daily life. Nowadays, problematic Internet use (PIU) has led to various psychosocial problems that can indirectly lead to oral diseases due to neglect of healthy behaviors. Also, college students are a large proportion of Internet users.