A Deep Learning-Based Approach for the Detection of Early Signs of Gingivitis in Orthodontic Patients Using Faster Region-Based Convolutional Neural Networks.

Computer-based technologies play a central role in the dentistry field, as they present many methods for diagnosing and detecting various diseases, such as periodontitis. The current study aimed to develop and evaluate the state-of-the-art object detection and recognition techniques and deep learning algorithms for the automatic detection of periodontal disease in orthodontic patients using intraoral images. In this study, a total of 134 intraoral images were divided into a training dataset ( = 107 [80%]) and a test dataset ( = 27 [20%]).

Clinical relevance of dexterity in oral hygiene.

Introduction Dental plaque is a major aetiological factor in the development of periodontal disease; thus, it is essential to remove dental plaque to maintain good oral health. We used a simple method to visually evaluate a patient's dexterity to assess their oral care efficiency. The aim of this study was to evaluate dexterity and the effect it has on plaque control.

Popularity of suture materials among residents and faculty members of a postdoctoral periodontology program.

Aim: The aim of the present study was to determine the favoritism of suture materials among a group of clinicians at a teaching institution.

Methods: The surveys included 11 absorbable and nine non-absorbable sutures. The surveyor was asked to select his or her suture preferences when it comes to using it in 13 different, commonly-performed surgical procedures.

Efficacy of a new papilla generation technique in implant dentistry: a preliminary study.

Purpose: To compare the efficacy of a new uncovering technique with that of the conventional uncovering technique for papilla generation.

Materials And Methods: Thirty-three patients with 67 implants were enrolled in the study. Patients were randomly assigned to 1 of 2 treatment groups (test and control).

Effect of margin location on crown preparation resistance form.

Statement Of The Problem: The location of preparation margins may compromise the fixed prosthodontic restoration's resistance form. Purpose This study evaluated changes of opposite wall margin position on rotational resistance form compared to the equal-height margin configuration.

Material And Methods: The trigonometric computation of the minimal resistance form preparation taper, alpha1 , was determined using a previously described formula.