To Treat or to Extract Necrotic First Permanent Molars Between 8 and 12 Years of Age: A Retrospective Cohort Study.

First permanent molars (FPM) are highly susceptible to decay before the age of 15. When they are severely affected, the decision between conservation and extraction arises, particularly considering the potential for the second permanent molar (SPM) to replace the FPM. This cohort study aimed to evaluate clinical practices regarding FPM pulp necrosis treatment in children aged eight to twelve in two hospital departments in the Paris region.

Graduating European Dentist Curriculum Domain V: Research.

This commentary introduces the new Graduating European Dentist Curriculum Domain V-'Research', and outlines the international multi-stakeholder development and consultation process that was undertaken in order to develop the new Domain.

Engaging student analysis of the practitioner-patient relationship assessed with reflective outcomes.

The representations and beliefs of both patient and practitioner influence the relationship that develops between them. We developed an innovative, interactive teaching tool in two stages (1- interviews with the patient or healthcare practitioner and 2- a session with sharing of the patient's and practitioner's perspective) whose objectives are to recognize the basic characteristics of PPR and identify how it can be influenced by expectations, beliefs and emotions. This pedagogical device was particularly appreciated by the students, as it enabled them to identify the importance of the patient's point of view and to reflect on their future professional identity.

Global Growth Phase Response of the Gut Bacterium Phocaeicola vulgatus (Phylum Bacteroidota).

Introduction: Phocaeicola vulgatus (basonym Bacteroides vulgatus) belongs to the intestinal microbiome of healthy humans and animals, where it participates in the fermentative breakdown of biopolymers ingested with food. In doing so, P. vulgatus contributes to the shaping of the gut metabolome, which benefits the host health.