Publications by authors named "Corbella S"
Background: Tooth autotransplantation is a reliable procedure with high long-term success and survival rates, showing many advantages over dental implants, particularly for young patients in craniofacial development. Nonetheless, insufficient bone availability at the recipient site is a key limitation. This study aims to establish the feasibility of tooth autotransplantation combined with staged or simultaneous bone regeneration to address complex cases.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFSelf-criticism is a transdiagnostic phenomenon associated with different psychopathological manifestations in clinical and nonclinical samples. This fact has led to an increase in research on its measurement and treatment. This study seeks to examine the effects of emotion-focused therapy on self-criticism in a nonclinical population through pretreatment, posttreatment, and follow-up questionnaires.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe aim of the present systematic review of the literature and meta-analysis was to evaluate the efficacy of different protocols of NSPT without any adjunctive therapy in subjects with type 2 diabetes, by considering clinical and patient-centered outcomes. For the purposes of the study randomized controlled clinical trials with more than 3-month follow-up were searched in MEDLINE, EMBASE, and Cochrane Central. Then the articles were screened for inclusion and considered based on the protocols adopted, the outcome measure, follow-up, and the level of glycemic control.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFStandard Versus Step Burs for Implant Site Preparation: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial.
Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants
June 2024
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- The study aimed to analyze the effectiveness of two different drilling methods (straight burs vs. step burs) for preparing implant sites and their impact on clinical and radiographic outcomes.
- Conducted as a randomized controlled trial, the research involved 60 patients receiving the same implants while comparing bone resorption rates over one and two years between the two groups.
- The findings indicated no significant difference in bone resorption between the two drilling protocols, suggesting that both methods are equally effective for implant site preparation.
CAD/CAM Titanium Meshes for GBR: A Case Series with Preliminary Histologic Analysis.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent
May 2024
Titanium has been proposed as a mesh material for guided bone regeneration (GBR) since the 1990s. To overcome difficulties in shaping and adapting meshes to the defect, digital techniques were introduced to digitally print meshes capable of fitting the bone perfectly, reproduced through the patient's CT scan. Five patients were included in this case series, and their CBCT data were acquired and sent to the producer of the titanium meshes.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjectives: The aims of this study were to assess the morphologic features of peri-implant defects, as measured on 2D intraoral radiographs, and to investigate the possible correlation between such morphology and other parameters related to the position and characteristics of the implant or the implant-supported prosthesis.
Materials And Methods: Implants with peri-implantitis were included in this retrospective study. Data collected were related both to the patients and to the position/characteristics of the implants and the implant-supported prosthesis.
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- The study aimed to compare the effectiveness of air-abrasive powder versus chlorhexidine (CHX) for treating peri-implant mucositis, a reversible inflammatory condition that can lead to more severe issues if left untreated.
- Methodologically, one group received traditional plaque removal with CHX, while another group used erythritol powder for biofilm removal, assessing various clinical parameters and patient-reported outcomes over 12 months.
- Results indicated that both treatments were effective, with the test group showing slightly better outcomes in bleeding index and patient taste sensation, suggesting air-abrasive powders could be a viable alternative to antiseptic treatments.
This article memorializes Héctor Fernández-Álvarez (1944-2023). Héctor was an exceptional mentor, therapist, supervisor, professor, researcher, author, and leader, as well as a beloved brother, partner, father, and grandfather. The consummate renaissance person who embraced all manners of cultural expressions through an intentional wanderlust, he sought to understand all forms of human suffering and to alleviate senseless ones.
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- Aging causes changes in the oral cavity that can affect chewing, swallowing, and oral health, increasing the risk of malnutrition in older adults, especially during major surgeries.
- Oral health issues can lead to complications like infections after surgery, making it crucial to maintain good oral hygiene for proper recovery.
- The article proposes an Integrated Oral Health Network for Orthopaedic Surgery (IOHN-OS), which focuses on pre-operative screenings, patient education, and tailored oral care to improve outcomes for older patients undergoing surgery.
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- The study investigates the anatomical features of the mesiobuccal (MB) root canals in maxillary molars using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) to reduce endodontic failures.
- A total of 100 CBCT scans were analyzed, focusing on measurements like root length, canal confluence, and positions of canal orifices.
- Results indicate that a longer root (over 14.56 mm) significantly increases the likelihood of confluence between MB canals, suggesting the importance of anatomical knowledge for successful root canal treatments.
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- The study examined how malposition of dental implants affects the risk of peri-implantitis in systemically healthy patients.
- The analysis included 180 implants and factors related to implants, patients, and prosthetics, finding that malposition was not significantly linked to peri-implantitis.
- Key risk factors identified for peri-implantitis included a history of periodontitis and an emergence profile angle of 45° or more.
Bone regeneration is often required concomitant with implant placement to treat a bone fenestration, a dehiscence, and for contouring. This systematic review assessed the impact of different biomaterials employed for guided bone regeneration (GBR) simultaneous to implant placement on the stability of radiographic peri-implant bone levels at ≥12 months of follow-up (focused question 1), as well as on bone defect dimension (width/height) changes at re-assessment after ≥4 months (focused question 2). Only randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and controlled clinical trials (CCTs) that compared different biomaterials for GBR were considered.
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- This case report outlines a unique endodontic microsurgery technique that treats both a problem in a maxillary molar and a lesion in the maxillary sinus simultaneously through a palatal approach.
- The patient had previously undergone standard treatments for the molar but continued to experience pain and other issues, leading to the need for surgical intervention.
- Post-operative imaging showed successful healing in both areas without the need for more invasive procedures, marking a novel method in dental surgery literature.
Background: Endodontic-periodontal lesions may need surgical approach and the application of guided tissue regeneration (GTR) to be treated by a combined approach.
Objectives: The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effects of GTR on the success (clinical and radiological healing) of teeth with endodontic-periodontal lesions treated by modern surgical endodontic treatment, by means of a systematic review of the literature.
Methods: An exhaustive electronic (Medline, Embase and Scopus searched from inception to August 2020) and manual literature search combined with strict inclusion and exclusion criteria was undertaken to identify any clinical (prospective case series or comparative trials) studies that assessed the added benefit of GTR in modern surgical endodontic treatment of teeth with endodontic-periodontal lesions.
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- - The study investigates the effectiveness of non-surgical periodontal treatment (NSPT) combined with laser therapy (LT) or photodynamic therapy (PDT) in managing periodontal disease in diabetic patients, noting their possible benefits for glycemic control.
- - Eleven randomized controlled trials involving 504 patients were analyzed, finding that both PDT and LT showed some positive effects on periodontal disease and blood sugar levels, particularly at the 3-month mark.
- - However, the study highlights the need for cautious interpretation of the results due to low certainty in evidence and small effect sizes, calling for more robust research to confirm these findings before routine clinical application.
Among the complications that can occur at dental implants, the fracture of any implant component is a relatively infrequent but clinically relevant problem. Because of their mechanical characteristics, small diameter implants are at higher risk of such complication. The aim of this laboratory and finite element method (FEM) study was to compare the mechanical behavior of a 2.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFClinical and familial factors predict psychological distress after genetic testing for cancer susceptibility. However, the contribution of an individual's psychological background to such distress is unclear. This study aims to analyze the psychological impact of genetic testing and to identify the profile of individuals at higher risk.
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- The study assessed the effectiveness of a new bone substitute made from extracted premolars to enhance esthetics and functionality post-implant.
- Fourteen implants were placed in 12 patients, using the derived material to fill gaps after the teeth were removed.
- Results showed good esthetic scores, stable bone levels, and no complications, leading to high patient satisfaction with masticatory function and aesthetics after six months.
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- The terms "sex" and "gender" have distinct meanings, with "sex" relating to biological differences and "gender" focusing on social and cultural influences; integrating both in research can enhance methodology.
- In dental research, gender is often overlooked and used interchangeably with sex, leading to inadequate consideration of how these factors influence health outcomes.
- A review found that only five out of the top 20 dental journals include specific policies on analyzing sex and gender, highlighting a need for improved guidelines to ensure thorough research in these areas.
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- The study compares two methods, xenogeneic collagen matrix (XCM) and subepithelial connective tissue graft (SCTG), for increasing soft tissue thickness at dental implant sites in a sample of 30 patients.
- Results showed that SCTG led to a greater average increase in soft tissue thickness (1.55 mm) compared to XCM (1.18 mm), with SCTG also having a shorter operation time.
- Overall, while SCTG outperformed XCM in tissue gain, XCM may still be a viable option for soft tissue augmentation in certain clinical situations.
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- - This study investigated the effect of using a nano-Argentum rinse alongside regular oral hygiene in patients with fixed braces to see if it reduced the risk of periodontal diseases.
- - Eighty patients were monitored for a year and divided into two groups: one used the nano-Argentum rinse for 6 months, while the control group only followed standard hygiene practices.
- - Results showed that the rinse significantly improved oral hygiene indices (e.g., PHPm, PMA, CPI) after both 1 and 6 months, indicating it was more effective than just regular care alone.
Background: To manage apical periodontitis in root filled maxillary and mandibular molars, root resection techniques may be employed to avoid the loss of the tooth.
Objectives: The objectives of the study were to systematically analyse the effectiveness of root resection techniques (root resection/crown resection/root amputation) for the management of apical periodontitis with non-surgical root canal retreatment or apical surgery by the evaluation of clinical and patient-related outcomes (PROMS), in human experimental studies and longitudinal studies.
Methods: An electronic literature search in PubMed, MEDLINE via OVID interface, EMBASE and Cochrane Central, supplemented by a manual hand search of the grey literature, was performed up to 25th September 2021.
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- The study investigated how long-term use of certain medications, including proton pump inhibitors and anti-inflammatory drugs, affects the survival of dental implants and the risk of developing peri-implantitis.
- A total of 270 patients with 1118 dental implants were analyzed over an average follow-up period of about 5 years, revealing a 10-year survival rate of 86.9% and that 61.3% remained free from peri-implantitis.
- Results indicated that using anti-inflammatory medications was linked to a higher occurrence of peri-implantitis and a reduction in implant survival time, while no significant effect was found for the other medication types studied.
Objective: Previous studies demonstrated a dose-dependent efficacy of sodium bicarbonate when added to dentifrices for the mechanical control of dental biofilm. The present systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the efficacy of a 67% sodium bicarbonate-based toothpaste for gingival health parameters improvement in subjects with gingivitis.
Materials And Methods: An electronic search on MEDLINE, Scopus, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL), was performed using a combination of keywords, followed by a hand search on pertinent Journals.