Release Kinetics of Monomers from Dental Composites Containing Fluoride-Doped Calcium Phosphates.

This study analyse the type of release kinetic of specific monomers from dental resin composites containing various fluoride-doped calcium phosphates. The release behavior of urethane dimethacrylate (UDMA), ethoxylated bisphenol-A dimethacrylate (bis-EMA) and 1.6-hexanediol ethoxylate diacrylate (HEDA) was evaluated over a period of 35 days.

Risk factors for the presence of dental black plaque.

In order to evaluate risk factors related to the presence of extrinsic dental black stain, a total of 94 orally healthy volunteers (47 individuals with dental black stain and 47 individuals without dental black stain) were recruited from ten different dental clinics in Valencia and Castellón (Spain). Data regarding their oral hygiene, dietary habits, and oral health status were gathered by questionnaire. Samples of dental plaque, saliva and drinking water were collected for chemical analysis.

Modulation of salivary cytokines in response to alcohol, tobacco and caffeine consumption: a pilot study.

It has been shown that long-term stimulant consumption alters the biological and microbiological status of the oral cavity. We present a pilot study describing stimulant-specific oral immunomodulation in the oral cavity. Changes in salivary cytokine levels in response to long-term alcohol, tobacco and caffeine were identified.

Remediation of adult black dental stains by phototherapy.

Introduction And Aims: This study investigates the effects of the application of antimicrobial phototherapy on black-stained tooth surfaces. Key variables were area, color and time taken to reappearance of black stain following dental prophylaxis with and without antimicrobial phototherapy. Differences in bacterial composition of black stain (specifically , , and ) were analyzed.

Does Psychological Profile Influence Third Molar Extraction and Postoperative Pain?

Purpose: Our purposes were to determine the influence of psychological profile on hemodynamic changes in patients who undergo surgical removal of the third molars under intravenous sedation and to evaluate the effect on patients' anxiety and postoperative recovery.

Patients And Methods: We performed a prospective study of 100 patients (American Society of Anesthesiologists classes I and II; aged ≥18 years) seen in the CIMIVClinic (Department of Oral Surgery, Casa de Salud University Hospital, Valencia, Spain) who underwent extractions of all third molars under intravenous sedation. All patients were administered the Symptom Checklist 90 Revised (SCL-90-R).

Is revascularization of immature permanent teeth an effective and reproducible technique?

Background: Revascularization has been proposed as an improved alternative treatment for irreversibly damaged pulp of immature teeth as it has been shown to preserve the potential for continued root growth in treated teeth.

Aim: To review clinical cases of revascularization in humans to evaluate their utility and reproducibility.

Material And Methods: A structured electronic search of scientific articles published between 2001 and 2014 was carried out using the following keywords: 'pulp revascularization', 'pulp revitalization' and/or 'immature tooth'.

Platelet-Rich Plasma: A Study of the Variables that May Influence Its Effect on Bone Regeneration.

Background: Currently, the use of platelet-rich plasma in bone regeneration is a real option, although more than one opinion has alerted us to the absence of clinical benefits.

Purpose: Analysis of the factors able to modify the characteristics of the platelet preparation obtained by Curasan, Plasma Rich in Growth Factors (PRGF), Platelet Concentrate Collection System (PCCS) and SmartPrep systems, relating them to the type of clinical application and the final bone regeneration achieved.

Materials And Methods: A search was conducted in PubMed using the keywords "platelet-rich plasma," "PRP," "platelet rich growth factors," and "oral bone regeneration.