The effects of different metal posts, cements, and exposure parameters on cone-beam computed tomography artifacts.

Purpose: This study assessed the intensity of artifacts produced by 2 metal posts, 2 cements, and different exposure parameters using 2 cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) units.

Materials And Methods: The sample was composed of 20 single-rooted premolars, divided into 4 groups: Ni-Cr/zinc phosphate, Ni-Cr/resin cement, Ag-Pd/zinc phosphate, and Ag-Pd/resin cement. Samples were scanned before and after post insertion and cementation using a CS9000 3D scanner with 4 exposure parameters (85/90 kV and 6.

Effect of mouthwashes on color stability of composite resins: A systematic review.

Statement Of Problem: Some mouthwash ingredients may stain composite resin restorations, but how the daily use of mouthwashes might affect the color of composite resin restorations is unclear.

Purpose: The purpose of this systematic review was to investigate whether mouthwashes can affect the color of direct composite resin restorations.

Material And Methods: Bibliographical searches were carried out in PubMed, Scopus, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science databases, with no restriction on language, country, or date of publication.

Assessment of the Influence of Different Intracanal Materials on the Detection of Root Fracture in Birooted Teeth by Cone-beam Computed Tomography.

Introduction: The aim of this study was to assess 2 cone-beam computed tomographic systems on the detection of artificially induced vertical root fractures (VRFs) and artifact intensity using birooted teeth restored with different intracanal materials.

Methods: The sample consisted of 20 extracted birooted premolars. Root fracture was induced in half of the sample.

Is infrared thermography effective in the diagnosis of temporomandibular disorders? A systematic review.

Objective: The aim of this study was to systematically review the scientific efficacy of infrared thermography (IT) on the diagnosis of temporomandibular joint disorders (TMDs).

Study Design: An electronic search was performed in 8 databases for publications up to May 2018. Additionally, a hand search of the reference lists was conducted.

Antibiofilm Activity and Mechanism of Action of the Disinfectant Chloramine T on Candida spp., and Its Toxicity against Human Cells.

We evaluated the antifungal and anti-biofilm activity, mechanism of action and cytotoxicity of chloramine T trihydrate (CAT) against spp. The Minimum Inhibitory and Fungicidal Concentrations (MIC/MFC) of CAT were determined. Changes in CAT-treated growth kinetics and micromorphology were evaluated, as well as the mechanism of action, and its effects on biofilm.

Assessment of condyle position, fossa morphology, and disk displacement in symptomatic patients.

Objective: The aim of the study was to determine whether there are any associations between the morphology of the glenoid fossa, articular spaces, and disk displacement by evaluating the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans of symptomatic patients. Gender and age were also evaluated for any effect on the parameters.

Study Design: MRI scans of 199 temporomandibular joints were assessed for the morphology of the glenoid fossa and articular spaces in both sagittal and coronal views.

Antifungal activity, mode of action and anti-biofilm effects of Laurus nobilis Linnaeus essential oil against Candida spp.

Objective: The present study demonstrated the antifungal potential of the chemically characterized essential oil (EO) of Laurus nobilis L. (bay laurel) against Candida spp. biofilm adhesion and formation, and further established its mode of action on C.

The effect of two enhancement tools on the assessment of the relationship between third molars and the inferior alveolar canal.

Objective: This study aims to assess the relationship between the inferior alveolar canal (IAC) and inferior third molars using digital panoramic images (DPI) with and without enhancement and compare the panoramic signs with cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) findings.

Methods: The DPIs and CBCT of 50 patients were analyzed. The DPIs were copied and enhanced using edge enhancement and an invert tool and then analyzed by two observers using the scores: darkening of the root; deflection of the root; narrowing of the root; superimposition of the root; bifurcation of the root over the IAC; diversion of the IAC; interruption of the cortex of the IAC, and no radiographic findings noted.