Publications by authors named "Louay Hanafi"

Introduction Dentin hypersensitivity has been defined as a short, sharp pain caused by exposing naked dentin to external stimuli such as evaporation, heat, cold, osmotic liquids, and tactile effects. None of the available treatments has been considered the gold standard in treating dentin hypersensitivity. The use of laser has recently become more popular, and it is a promising treatment method in this field.

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Primary teeth play a crucial role in functional, aesthetic and speech tasks. They are also responsible for maintaining the jaw space for successor permanent teeth. Thus, dentists should understand that extraction might be the easiest decision but not always the correct one, especially, in the case of multiple loss of primary molars.

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Background: Direct pulp capping can conserve its vitality by placing materials that promote dentin bridge (DB) formation at the exposure site. This study aimed to determine whether TheraCal LC could produce a layer of reparative dentin. It also compared the histological differences between treatment with mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) and TheraCal LC.

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Introduction: Prefabricated zirconia crowns are available to treat anterior and posterior primary teeth, which possess high resistance, long durability, and short working time. They are also esthetic and available in various sizes for all primary teeth. However, their high costs can present a clear disadvantage in many communities around the world.

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