Publications by authors named "Ellen Van De Maele"

Purpose: This randomized controlled trial aimed to evaluate the 14-year clinical performance of a HEMA-free 1-step self-etch adhesive (1SEa) compared with that of a 3-step etch-and-rinse adhesive (3E&Ra).

Materials And Methods: 267 non-carious cervical lesions in 52 patients were restored with the microhybrid composite Gradia Direct (GC), bonded in random order either with the HEMA-free 1SEa G-Bond (GB; GC) or the 3E&Ra Optibond FL (OFL; Kerr), which is considered the gold-standard E&Ra (control). The restorations were followed over 14 years for retention, marginal adaptation and discoloration, and caries occurrence.

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Objectives: The aim of this study is to analyse the use of digital dental radiology in Belgium, by focussing on the use of extraoral and intraoral radiographic techniques, digitalisation and image communication.

Methods: A nationwide survey has been performed amongst Belgian general dentists and dental specialists. Questionnaires were distributed digitally via mailings lists and manually on multiple refresher courses and congresses throughout the country.

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