[Resin-bonded fixed partial dentures in the anterior area].

In essence the resin-bonded fixed partial denture, or resin-bonded bridge, is an artificial tooth that is bonded to 1 or 2 abutment teeth. If the resin-bonded bridge is directly made with resin composite intra-orally, then the connector area is the weakest link. The alternative is to produce an indirect resin-bonded bridge in which a metal or ceramic frame spans the space between the abutments.

[Indirect adhesive bridges in the lateral parts].

On the basis of a case, this study considers which prosthetic device is suitable as a replacement for a first molar. At the request of the patient, the least invasive option was sought. The outcome in this case was that the adhesive bridge with abutment teeth with class-2 restorations might be suitable.

Challenges in conducting clinical research in primary care dentistry.

The integration of dentistry into primary health care is crucial for promoting patient well-being. However, clinical studies in dentistry face challenges, including issues with study design, transparency, and relevance to primary care. Clinical trials in dentistry often focus on specific issues with strict eligibility criteria, limiting the generalizability of findings.

Early Outcomes of Lisfranc Injuries Treated with Arthrex InternalBrace: A Case Series.

Introduction: The treatment of Lisfranc injuries continues to evolve with time. The purpose of this study was to report early outcomes of patients with Lisfranc ligamentous injuries treated with the Arthrex InternalBrace, which has benefits to other previously described techniques.

Materials And Methods: We retrospectively identified 15 adult patients with Lisfranc injuries that were treated via open reduction internal fixation with the Arthrex InternalBrace (Naples, Fl).

[Root canal post for build-up restorations: necessary or redundant?].

The purpose of root canal posts is to obtain additional retention for build-up restorations of endodontically treated teeth so they can be functionally reconstructed. Due to developments in adhesive dentistry and a lack of clinical evidence, root canal posts are used less and less. Currently, the advice of the European Society of Endodontology is to use a root canal post only in front teeth and premolars in the absence of remaining coronal dentine walls.

Single crown vs. composite for glass fiber post-retained restorations: An 8-year randomized clinical trial.

Objectives: This study aimed to compare the success and survival rates of metal-ceramic crowns and composite resin restorations applied in root filled teeth that received a glass fiber post.

Methods: A prospective, randomized controlled trial, with equivalent parallel groups was designed. Eighty-two teeth were randomly allocated to the metal-ceramic or composite resin groups.

The Biomechanical Role of the Deltoid Ligament on Ankle Stability: Injury, Repair, and Augmentation.

Background: Deltoid ligament injuries occur in isolation as well as with ankle fractures and other ligament injuries. Both operative treatment and nonoperative treatment are used, but debate on optimal treatment continues. Likewise, the best method of surgical repair of the deltoid ligament remains unclear.

Clinical survival and performance of premolars restored with direct or indirect cusp-replacing resin composite restorations with a mean follow-up of 14 years.

Objectives: The objective is to evaluate the long-term clinical survival and performance of direct and indirect resin composite restorations replacing cusps in vital upper premolars.

Methods: Between 2001 and 2007, 176 upper premolars in 157 patients were restored with 92 direct and 84 indirect resin composite restorations as part of an RCT. Inclusion criteria were fracture of the buccal or palatal cusp of vital upper premolars along with a class II cavity or restoration in the same tooth.

Randomised controlled trial on testing an increased vertical dimension of occlusion prior to restorative treatment of tooth wear.

Background: Evaluation of a new vertical dimension of occlusion (VDO) in complex restorative treatments is considered a necessary step prior to placement of restorations.

Objectives: This randomised controlled trial (RCT) aimed to assess the effects of using an evaluation of a VDO increase before restorative treatment in patients with moderate-to-severe tooth wear, on OHRQoL, freeway space (FWS) and interventions to restorations.

Methods: Forty-two patients with tooth wear were included and randomly allocated to either a test phase with a Removable Appliance (RA) or no test phase.

Rehabilitation of Worn Dentition with CAD-CAM Restorations: A Case Report.

Purpose: To describe the digital workflow applied for restoring a severely worn dentition with minimally invasive CAD/CAM resin nano-composite restorations.

Materials And Methods: A 40-year-old male in good general health and with full-arch dentition suffered from dentin hypersensitivity and wanted to improve the esthetics of his worn anterior teeth. The dental wear can be described as general, grade 3, according to the Tooth Wear Index,27 with more wear in maxillary than in mandibular teeth.

Prospective Study on CAD/CAM Nano-Ceramic (Composite) Restorations in the Treatment of Severe Tooth Wear.

Purpose: The aim of this prospective study was to evaluate the clinical performance of minimally invasive, CAD/CAM nano-ceramic (composite) restorations in patients with severe tooth wear, the effect of the restorative treatment on the oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL), and the etiology of tooth wear as a risk factor for restoration failure.

Materials And Methods: Patients with generalized severe tooth wear were included. Restorations (LAVA Ultimate, 3M Oral Care) were cemented (RelyX Ultimate, 3M Oral Care) on all teeth and were evaluated after 1 month and 1 year.

Randomized controlled trial on the performance of direct and indirect composite restorations in patients with severe tooth wear.

Objective: The study aimed to evaluate survival and failure behavior of Direct Composite Restorations (DRC) and Indirect Composite Restorations (ICR) on molars and anterior teeth, in a Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT).

Methods: Patients with generalized severe tooth wear were included, and randomly assigned to one of 2 protocols: (1) DCR: All teeth were restored with directly applied micro-hybrid composite restorations (Clearfil AP-X, Kuraray) for load bearing areas and nano-hybrid composite restorations (IPS Empress Direct, Ivoclar Vivadent) for buccal veneers; (2) ICR: First molars were restored with indirect composite 'tabletop' restorations and maxillary anterior teeth were restored with indirect palatal veneer restorations (Clearfil Estenia C&B, cemented with Panavia F, Kuraray). Remaining teeth were restored directly.

Malignant neoplasms originating from the bones of the foot: Predilection of hematological malignancies and sex-related and ethnic disparities in amputation.

Purpose: Neoplasms originating from the "small bones of the lower limb and the overlapping joints" are rare but portend a serious prognosis. Current study utilizes a population-based registry in the United States to characterize the malignancies of the foot.

Methods: National Cancer Institute's Surveillance, Epidemiology and End Result database from 1975 to 2017 was queried to report incidence and survival data in 514 patients in the Uited States.

Augmented Spring Ligament Repair in Pes Planovalgus Reconstruction.

Patients with pes planovalgus deformity often have coexisting spring ligament pathology. A primary repair of the ligament may fail during weightbearing due to chronic degeneration of the ligamentous tissue. Augmentation with a suture tape has been suggested to strengthen the repair.

Anterior Syndesmotic Augmentation Technique Using Nonabsorbable Suture-Tape for Acute and Chronic Syndesmotic Instability.

Syndesmotic instability is a source of significant pain and disability. Both subtle instability and gross diastasis, whether acute or chronic, require stabilization and may benefit from reconstruction with ligamentous augmentation. The use of nonabsorbable suture-tape has emerged as a promising operative strategy, allowing surgeons to anatomically reconstruct the syndesmosis, in particular the anterior inferior tibiofibular ligament.

Effect of Postoperative Oral Antibiotics on Infections and Wound Healing Following Foot and Ankle Surgery.

Background: There is controversy regarding the effectiveness of postoperative antibiotics to prevent wound infection. Some surgeons still use a routine postoperative oral antibiotic regimen. The purpose of this study was to review a series of cases and document statistically any difference in infection rates and whether routine postoperative antibiotics in foot and ankle surgery are justified.

Technique for Arthroscopic Deltoid Ligament Repair With Description of Safe Zones.

Level V, expert opinion.

InternalBrace has biomechanical properties comparable to suture button but less rigid than screw in ligamentous lisfranc model.

Purpose: The aim of this study was to investigate the biomechanical properties of the InternalBrace for lisfranc injuries.

Methods: A Sawbone model was developed comparing screw, suture button and InternalBrace.

Results: When loaded in axial tension at 0.

Flexible Fixation Technique for Lisfranc Injuries.

Injuries to the Lisfranc complex range from purely ligamentous disruptions to fracture-dislocations of the tarsometatarsal joint. Treatment options include closed/open reduction with percutaneous pinning, open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF), and primary arthrodesis. We present a ligament reinforcement technique utilizing a flexible fixation device for the treatment of ligamentous Lisfranc injuries.

Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome Secondary to Accessory Musculature: A Case Report.

Tarsal tunnel syndrome (TTS) is a relatively uncommon compression neuropathy caused by impingement of the tibial nerve or one of the terminal branches. The presence of accessory musculature at the posteromedial aspect of the ankle has been identified as a rare cause of this condition. Despite the rarity of this condition, it must be considered in patients with refractory symptoms consistent with tibial nerve dysfunction.

Subchondroplasty of the Ankle and Hindfoot for Treatment of Osteochondral Lesions and Stress Fractures: Initial Imaging Experience.

To describe the imaging findings of patients treated with subchondroplasty (SCP) of the ankle and hindfoot. Eighteen patients (10 men, 8 women; age mean 43.1 years [range 20.