Improving asthma care in children: revealing needs and bottlenecks through in-depth interviews.

Asthma affects 7% of Dutch children and poses an increasing challenge, highlighting the need for effective paediatric asthma care. Achieving optimal asthma control is crucial given the potentially negative long-term effects of bad asthma control on lung development and quality of life in young children. The aim was to understand the challenges and requirements of existing asthma management practices in children.

[Cementation of adhesive bridges].

Adhesive bridges represent an important modality in contemporary restorative dentistry, offering durable, aesthetic, and functional solutions. However, a successful outcome of these restorations is highly dependent on the quality of the cementation. This article provides an overview of the cementation protocol for adhesive bridges made from different materials, addressing fundamental aspects such as material selection, tooth surface preparation, cementation techniques, and considerations regarding longevity and stability.

[Optimally invasive ceramic bridge constructions].

Bridges are commonly used to replace missing teeth. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the key factors influencing the performance and lifespan of various types of resin-bonded fixed prostheses. Studies comparing different types underscore the importance of achieving a balance between structural integrity and stress distribution.

[Online survey Developments in the field of crown and bridge work: the results].

In the months prior to this special issue, an online survey was conducted. The focus was on the different views on tooth- and implant-supported fixed appliances. Unfortunately, this survey was only completed by 36 people, two-thirds of whom were men and one-third of whom were women.

Development and pilot evaluation of an evidence-based algorithm for MASLD (formerly NAFLD) management in primary care in Europe.

Background: Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD, formerly NAFLD), emerges as major cause of morbidity and mortality globally, with chronic patients facing increased risk. Guidelines on MASLD management in primary care (PC) are limited. This study aimed to develop and evaluate a clinical care pathway for use in PC to improve MASLD screening and management, including early detection, communication and treatment, in three European countries (Greece, Spain, the Netherlands).