Publications by authors named "G Pradies"
Objective: This systematic review aimed to summarize and evaluate the available information regarding the performance of artificial intelligence on dental implant classification and peri-implant pathology identification in 2D radiographs.
Data Sources: Electronic databases (Medline, Embase, and Cochrane) were searched up to September 2024 for relevant observational studies and both randomized and controlled clinical trials. The search was limited to studies published in English from the last 7 years.
Objectives: To evaluate the influence of horizontal and vertical dental preparation techniques on tooth-supported fixed restorations, with specific focus on survival and success rates, periodontal-related variables, and patient-reported outcome (PROs) measures.
Methods: A comprehensive literature search of relevant randomized and controlled clinical trials (RCTs/CCTs), prospective/retrospective cohort studies, and case series with a minimum follow-up period of 3 years was performed across electronic databases (Medline, Embase, and Cochrane) up to January 2024. Primary outcomes included success and survival rates, and secondary outcomes included periodontal variables, both mechanical and biological complications, and PROs.
Article Synopsis
- This review compares traditional and digital methods for assessing marginal gaps in fixed dental prostheses, highlighting the advantages and limitations of each technique.
- Traditional methods like Cross-Sectional Method (CSM) and Silicone Replica Technique (SRT) are established but have drawbacks, while newer digital techniques like Triple-Scan Method (TSM) and Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) provide more detailed evaluations.
- The study indicates a knowledge gap in the literature, emphasizing the need for further exploration of digital methods for clinical applications in dental assessments.*
Article Synopsis
- Digital technology in dentistry, particularly the use of intraoral scanners (IOSs), has improved the process of acquiring occlusal records, highlighting the importance of static virtual articulation in this digital workflow.
- A literature review of 30 relevant studies revealed three primary evaluation methods for accuracy: distance measurement, occlusal contact analysis, and deviation analysis; however, direct comparisons across studies are complicated due to differing methodologies.
- Factors impacting the accuracy of virtual interocclusal records, such as scan range and positioning of records, remain uncertain and vary based on specific conditions, suggesting that using multiple evaluation methods could lead to a more comprehensive understanding of accuracy.
Article Synopsis
- A systematic review was conducted to explore factors affecting the accuracy of additively manufactured (AM) interim dental prostheses, as there was previously no comprehensive analysis available.
- The review followed established guidelines, was registered in a reputable database, and involved thorough electronic searches resulting in 31 relevant studies categorized by various influencing factors.
- Key findings indicate that AM material, prosthetic factors, AM system, AM parameters, postprocessing techniques, and aging all significantly impact the accuracy of these dental prostheses.