Publications by authors named "Renata Andrea Salvitti Sa Rocha"

Background: Oral myiasis is usually caused by flies of the order Diptera. One of the causes of human myiasis is Cochliomyia hominivorax, which is a true obligate parasite of mammals.

Methods: A case of oral myiasis in a 5-year-old girl is reported.

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Purpose: The purpose of this study was to assess in vitro the influence of 3 cavity preparation devices (carbide bur, Er:YAG laser, and air abrasion) on the microleakage of flowable composite restorations in primary teeth.

Methods: Fifteen primary second molars were selected, and Class V cavities were prepared on the buccal/lingual surfaces, being assigned to 3 groups (n= 10). Group 1 (control) was prepared using a high-speed handpiece and was acid etched.

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