BoneTape: A novel osteosynthetic device for the stabilization of zygomatic fractures.

Background: The study aims to assess the safety and effectiveness of BoneTape™, a new resorbable bone fixation device, using a zygomatic fracture model in rabbits.

Methods: The study followed BoneTape™ samples and control (sham) groups over 2-, 6-, and 12-week periods post-zygomaticomaxillary (ZM) osteotomy and zygomaticofrontal (ZF) disarticulation. The osteotomized segments were analyzed for bone healing, inflammatory response, and tissue healing.

Clinical performance of 6% hydrogen peroxide containing TiON nanoparticles activated by LED in varying wavelengths-a randomized clinical trial.

This randomized, controlled, and double-blinded clinical trial evaluated the clinical performance of dental bleaching performed with 6% hydrogen peroxide containing TiO-N nanoparticles exposed to blue and violet activation lights. Forty volunteers, selected according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria, were randomly distributed into four experimental groups (n = 10): 35% hydrogen peroxide (PH35)-control; 6% hydrogen peroxide (PH6) containing TiO-N nanoparticles without light activation; PH6 activated with a blue LED (PH6A); and PH6 activated with a violet LED (PH6V). The three bleaching sessions consisted of 3 consecutive 16-min applications of the bleaching agent described for each group.

Methacrylation of epigallocatechin-gallate for covalent attachment with a dental polymer.

Objective: Synthesize novel epigallocatechin-gallate (EGCG) methacrylate monomers with the ability to copolymerize with dental methacrylate resins.

Methods: EGCG was reacted with 1/3 (E33), 2/3 (E67) and 1 (E100) molar equivalents of methacyloyl chloride introducing three degrees of polymerizablility. EGCG-methacrylates were characterized by Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR).

The effectiveness of glass ionomer cement as a fiber post cementation system in endodontically treated teeth.

This study compared the performance of a glass ionomer (GC Gold Label 1, GIC) as a fiber post cementation system for glass fiber posts with a self-adhesive resin cement (Relyx U200, RUC) and a conventional resin cement system (Scotchbond Muli-Purpose and Relyx ARC, RAC). Thirty endodontically treated canines were randomly divided in three groups (n = 10), according to the fiber post cementation system: (RAC)-Scotchbond Multi-Purpose and Relyx X ARC; (RUC)-Relyx U200 and (GIC)-GC Gold Label 1 Luting & Lining. Rhodamine was incorporated into the cementation system prior to the fiber post cementation.

Whitening toothpaste containing activated charcoal, blue covarine, hydrogen peroxide or microbeads: which one is the most effective?

Unlabelled: The efficacy of whitening toothpastes is questionable and controversial. Clinicians, patients and researchers have expressed concern with whitening toothpastes due to the risk of wearing the dental structure and the potential for disappointment if the advertised cosmetic results are not achieved.

Objective: This study compared the whitening performance of toothpastes with different whitening technologies after initial and continued use.

New Parameter for In-Office Dental Bleaching.

Dental bleaching is considered a conservative and biologically safe treatment for discolored teeth. Despite this, one of the major undesirable effects of bleaching is dentin sensitivity which may occur during and after treatment. To address these sensitivity issues, new dental bleaching preparations with lower concentrations of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) have recently been introduced to the market.

Does a toothpaste containing blue covarine have any effect on bleached teeth? An in vitro, randomized and blinded study.

The objective of this study was to analyze the effect of bleaching toothpastes, both conventional and those containing the new whitening agent Blue Covarine, on teeth previously bleached by conventional techniques (in-office and at-home). Squared bovine enamel/dentin blocks (6.0 x 6.

Antimicrobial Activity of Amphiphilic Triazole-Linked Polymers Derived from Renewable Sources.

Conventional engineered polymers are strong, stable, and can interact desirably within the human body in implants and medical devices. However, bacterial colonization of medical devices and implants constructed from these materials results in numerous hospital acquired infections (HAI) and deaths each year. Polytriazole based plastics containing triazole rings and fatty acid derivatives have been synthesized from biological sources without catalysts or solvents.

Can a bleaching toothpaste containing Blue Covarine demonstrate the same bleaching as conventional techniques? An in vitro, randomized and blinded study.

Objective: The purpose of this in vitro study was to compare the efficacy of a bleaching toothpaste containing Blue Covarine vs. conventional tooth bleaching techniques using peroxides (both in-office and at-home).

Material And Methods: Samples were randomly distributed into five experimental groups (n=15): C - Control; BC - Bleaching toothpaste containing Blue Covarine; WBC - Bleaching toothpaste without Blue Covarine; HP35 - In-office bleaching using 35% hydrogen peroxide; and CP10 - At-home bleaching with 10% carbamide peroxide.

A novel approach for in-office tooth bleaching with 6% H2O2/TiO_N and LED/laser system-a controlled, triple-blinded, randomized clinical trial.

Unlabelled: The purpose of this randomized, parallel, triple-blinded clinical trial was to compare efficacy and tooth sensitivity (TS) after use of an in-office bleaching agent of 6% hydrogen peroxide containing nanoparticles of nitrogen-doped titanium oxide (HP6) vs. 35% hydrogen peroxide (HP35). Forty-eight volunteers were randomly divided either a HP6 or HP35.