Amelogenesis imperfecta is a collection of genetic disorders that impair the structure of dental enamel. The condition presents in a variety of ways, affecting enamel development, mineralization, and maturation. Amelogenesis imperfecta can follow various inheritance patterns, including autosomal dominant, autosomal recessive, sex-linked, and sporadic.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground And Aim: The alarming rise in the number of people with special health care needs (SHCNs) necessitates a paradigm shift in how to approach their oral health needs. General anesthesia (GA) is a valuable technique for facilitating dental procedures in patients with SHCNs who may not be able to tolerate treatment without it. The aim was to assess nonsurgical endodontic treatment and outcomes in patients with SHCNs performed under GA.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAssessment of post surface conditioners [sulfuric acid (SA), Rose Bengal (RB), and sandblasting (SB)] and different luting cements [methyl methacrylate (MMA)-based cement and composite-based cement] on pushout bond strength (PBS) of poly-ether ether-ketone (PEEK) post bonded to canal dentin. Endodontic treatment was performed on 120 single-rooted human premolar teeth. The preparation of the post space was performed and 4 mm of gutta-percha was retained in the apical region of the root.
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