Number of consecutive procedures after endodontic treatment to extraction: A 28-year retrospective study.

Statement Of Problem: After endodontic treatment, teeth may require additional treatment. Data regarding the number of treatments up to extraction after endodontic treatment are lacking.

Purpose: The purpose of this retrospective study was to evaluate the number of consecutive restorative procedures performed on a specific tooth starting from endodontic treatment up to extraction.

A nouveau collagen scaffold to simplify lateral augmentation of deficient ridges between natural teeth.

The volume of the bone in a site past an extraction degrades significantly and thus it is imperative to evaluate the situation for implant placement. Besides the need for sufficient bone, the amount and quality of the soft tissue covering the bone in the missing tooth area and nature of the adjacent teeth must be carefully assessed. In anterior sites, reconstructive surgery is usually performed to restore these hard and soft tissues, mainly for esthetic reasons, but it is equally essential in posterior sites to ensure adequate functional support.

Influence of jaw opening on occlusal vertical dimension between incisors and molars.

Statement Of Problem: Modification of the occlusal vertical dimension (OVD) is a significant procedure in prosthodontics. Improper estimation of the space available between opposing teeth may lead to an improper framework design.

Purpose: The purpose of this clinical study was to evaluate the average opening ratio in the molar area in relation to the extent of opening in the incisor area.

Antibacterial Activity of Orthodontic Cement Containing Quaternary Ammonium Polyethylenimine Nanoparticles Adjacent to Orthodontic Brackets.

Enamel demineralization is a common problem found in patients using orthodontic devices, such as orthodontic braces. It was found that growth increases adjacent to orthodontic devices, which may result in caries development. Incorporated antibacterial quaternary ammonium polyethylenimine (QPEI) nanoparticles were previously shown to be highly efficacious against various bacteria.

Prosthetic rehabilitation of congenitally missing canines: a case series.

Hypodontia is a relatively common finding, although rarely are the canines the missing teeth. Congenitally missing canines are challenging to treat because of their unique role in the masticatory system and the fact that they are in the esthetic zone. This article discusses two patients with missing permanent canines, various treatment planning considerations, and the provided prosthetic solutions.

Existing concepts and a search for evidence: a review on implant occlusion.

The prevalence of dental implant treatment raises the question: What factors may challenge osseointegration? The dental literature presents two main approaches, which are well-documented: loss of bone around the implant due to infection and a presumed association between implant load and bone loss. This article discusses the effect of load or overload on the bone loss around dental implants. The dental literature is reviewed to assess the scientific evidence related to the effect of occlusal load on osseointegration.

Forced eruption as an alternative to tooth extraction in long-term use of oral bisphosphonates: review, risks and technique.

Background: Osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) is a painful condition secondary to bisphosphonate (BP) therapy. It occurs at a much higher rate in patients receiving intravenous (IV) versus oral BP treatment. BPs are prescribed in the treatment of bone diseases such as osteoporosis, multiple myeloma, cancer metastases and Paget disease.

Reinforced composite restoration following trauma to a mandibular tooth: technique and follow-up treatment.

The loss of an entire tooth in the anterior region is accompanied by impairment of esthetics, function, phonetics, and self-esteem. It is common knowledge that treatment with implants during childhood or early adolescence is not an option. Splinting of adjacent teeth during growth and development may interfere with the independent process of teeth realignment and repositioning during that phase of life.

Efficiency and thermal changes during implantoplasty in relation to bur type.

Background: Implantoplasty is one of the options in treating peri-implantitis. The efficacy of the dental bur used can reduce the time needed for the procedure and, as a consequence, minimize the risk of overheating that can negatively affect the remaining bone surrounding the implant.

Purpose: The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of three dental burs in removing implant substance (titanium) and to determine the amount of heat generated by each bur.