The necessity of administrating antibiotic prophylaxis to patients with diabetes mellitus prior to oral surgical procedures-a systematic review.

Background And Aims: Μany studies suggest the use of antibiotic prophylaxis (AP) as an appropriate preventive measure for patients with diabetes mellitus (DM) due to the increased possibility of an impaired wound healing and infections after surgical procedures in the oral cavity. Existing recommendations regarding antibiotic prophylaxis before surgical procedures are not definitive and are based on expert opinions. The purpose of this study was to review the available scientific data about the necessity of administrating AP as a preventive measure prior to oral surgical procedures.

The Effects of Physical Exercise on Saliva Composition: A Comprehensive Review.

Saliva consists of organic and inorganic constituents. During exercise, analysis of the saliva can provide valuable information regarding training stress, adaptation and exercise performance. The objective of the present article was to review the effect of physical exercise on saliva composition.

Evaluation of dental explorer and visual inspection for the detection of residual caries among Greek dentists.

Objectives: The objective of this study was to assess the effect of the operator's degree of clinical experience on the residual caries diagnosis through visual inspection and tactile sensation.

Materials And Methods: The participants were asked about the years of their clinical practice, any further training concerning cariology, their familiarity with the minimal invasive philosophy, and the techniques that they use to remove dental caries and detect when to stop the removal of carious tissues. In addition, an diagnostic test was conducted.