Publications by authors named "O E Kahraman"
Does Cigarette Smoke Affect Permanent Resin-Based Crown Materials?
J Esthet Restor Dent
January 2025
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to examine how cigarette smoking impacts the surface roughness and color change of three types of dental resins, including both additively and subtractively manufactured options.
- After smoking simulations over 30 days, the Formlabs resin showed significantly less discoloration compared to its counterparts, while the surface roughness of the Dentafab resin increased notably.
- Ultimately, all tested materials demonstrated an overall unacceptable color change, with no direct correlation found between surface roughness and discoloration due to smoking; however, the 3D resin materials are still recommended for clinical use.
Purpose: To investigate the effects of varicocelectomy on premature ejaculation (PE) in patients with varicocele and infertility.
Methods: A total of 82 sexually active patients aged 18 years or over who had undergone microscopic subinguinal varicocelectomy with a clinical diagnosis of varicocele in 14 urology clinics between October 2021 and March 2023 with primary infertility were evaluated prospectively Patients were evaluated using the Turkish validated form of the 'Premature Ejaculation Diagnostic Tool' (PEDT) scale. A PEDT score of 11 or above was taken to indicate the presence of PE.
Article Synopsis
- * Evaluations before and six months after treatment revealed significant improvements in UI severity, with 43% of patients experiencing complete symptom resolution and a notable decrease in severe cases.
- * No severe adverse events occurred; mild vaginal discharge was the only side effect, resolving within a week, indicating the treatment is both effective and safe.
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- Non-obstructive azoospermia (NOA) is a prevalent and complex issue with varied treatment options and no definitive guidelines, leading to differing management practices internationally.
- A comprehensive survey with 336 responses from specialists in 49 countries explored current medical and surgical strategies for NOA, analyzing results against existing guidelines and offering expert recommendations.
- Key findings included diverse approaches to hormonal therapy, significant variation in sperm retrieval success rates, and differing protocols around varicocele repair and follicle-stimulating hormone cutoff levels for sperm retrieval.