Accuracy of 3 Intraoral Scanners in Recording Impressions for Full Arch Dental Implant-Supported Prosthesis: An In Vitro Study.

BACKGROUND This study used an edentulous mandibular resin model with 6 parallel osteotomy sites and aimed to compare the accuracy (trueness and precision) of 10 digital impressions using 3 intraoral scanners, the 3Shape TRIOS 5, Medit i700, and Primescan, using Medit Link v3.3.2 software.

Endotyping in Chronic Rhinosinusitis-An EAACI Task Force Report.

Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a clinical syndrome defined by typical sinonasal symptoms persisting for at least 12 weeks. CRS is divided into two distinct phenotypes, CRS with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) and without (CRSsNP). The aim of the review is to provide an update on the current knowledge in CRS endotypes.

The risk of immune-mediated inflammatory diseases following exposure to childhood maltreatment: A retrospective cohort study using UK primary care data.

Background: As a global public health issue, childhood maltreatment is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. We aimed to investigate the association between childhood maltreatment and immune-mediated inflammatory disorders (IMIDs).

Methods: We conducted a retrospective matched open cohort study using a UK primary care database between January 1, 1995 and January 31, 2021.

The relationship between the secondary implant stability quotient and oxidized implant-related factors: A retrospective study.

Objective: The present retrospective study aimed to determine the relationship between the secondary implant stability quotient and different parameters related to an oxidized implant.

Methods: A total of 135 patients (305 oxidized implants) were included. Implant-related factors (length, diameter, surgical and loading protocols, grafting, insertion torque, and primary stability) were used for comparisons and linear regression analyses, using secondary ISQ as the dependent variable.

Promoting oral cancer screening by general practitioners in Australia: Strengthening primary healthcare.

Background: Oral cancer remains a significant public health issue. General practitioners (GPs) can play an important role in raising awareness of oral cancer.

Objective: This paper explores why providing advice relating to modifiable risk behaviours associated with oral cancer and undertaking routine oral cancer screening are important for GPs in clinical practice.

Every bite counts to achieve oral health: a scoping review on diet and oral health preventive practices.

Objective: To examine the landscape of preventive strategies and interventions directed to achieve oral health equity, with particular emphasis on the interplay between dental caries prevention, individual behaviors, and population-level strategies across various demographic and geographic regions.

Methods: This scoping review was guided by Peters et al.'s framework, which incorporates four key concepts aimed at reducing caries: education for individuals and healthcare providers, behavioral modifications, addressing broader social determinants of health, and extending oral health education programs beyond traditional dental settings.

The Role of Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratio and Mean Platelet Volume in Diagnosing Odontogenic and Non-odontogenic Head and Neck Abscesses.

Introduction Head and neck abscesses are categorized as either odontogenic, originating from dental infections, or non-odontogenic, arising from soft tissue inflammation. This article aimed to investigate inflammatory markers, including the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) and mean platelet volume (MPV), and compare them against established diagnostic parameters such as white blood cell (WBC) count, neutrophil count (Neu), lymphocyte count (Ly), platelet count (PLT), C-reactive protein (CRP), and procalcitonin (PCT). Material and methods Our retrospective analysis of a prospective study involved 80 patients, including 50 individuals (56% men) with an average age of 41.

Toxicity profile of standardized Krishna Vajra Abhraka bhasma made from biotite mica.

Introduction: The Bhasmas, herbo-minerals, are reported to produce adverse effects when used clinically. Therefore, the present study aimed to assess the safety of Krishna Vajra Abhraka Bhasma (KVB), through acute and subacute toxicity testing.

Materials And Methods: After ethics committee approval, total 66 Wistar albino rats weighing 180-200 gms were used.

Impact of WhatsApp on improving denture care knowledge and the awareness of the relationship between edentulism and general health.

Statement Of Problem: Denture wearers are susceptible to diseases related to denture hygiene and are more prone to develop systemic disease because of poor understanding and awareness of the impact of edentulism on general health.

Purpose: The purpose of this clinical study was to evaluate the effectiveness of traditional chairside practice and WhatsApp in improving patient knowledge of denture care and their awareness of the impact of edentulism on general health.

Material And Methods: Sixty-two participants who attended the Polyclinic Kulliyyah of Dentistry, IIUM Kuantan in 2022 for removable prosthesis fabrication were recruited.

Bone regeneration and dental implant surgeries in florid cemento-osseous dysplasia: A case report.

Cemento-osseous dysplasia (COD) is a benign fibro-osseous pathology in which fibrous connective tissues, osteoid and cementum-like materials, replace bone. Concerning the hypovascularization and increased mineralization of bone that occurs in these patients, the clinician may face two types of problems: infectious complications such as osteomyelitis and increased implant failure. The present study aims to report the successful and innovative management of a COD patient complicated by mandibular osteomyelitis and the implant rehabilitation of this area.

AGREE II Quality Assessment of National and International Clinical Practice Guidelines on Prostate Cancer Management by the OPTIMA Consortium.

Background And Objective:  Clinical practice guidelines for prostate cancer (PCa) are a valuable resource for everyday clinical practice. The clinical practice guidelines and recommendations produced by various societies should demonstrate a considerable level of consistency in terms of quality, regardless of the society that developed these given the common evidence base. However, to date, no study has assessed the quality of PCa clinical practice guidelines.

Guidance for delivering surgical procedures outside operating theatres: scoping review.

Background: This review aimed to examine in-depth the extent and content of guidance related to the delivery of surgical procedures outside of the operating theatre.

Methods: Documents concerning the delivery of surgical procedures in non-operating theatre settings were eligible for inclusion. Guidance documents were identified from three sources: electronic databases (MEDLINE and Embase), professional organization websites and expert knowledge.

Unprofessional Behavior Among House Officers in Pakistan's Public and Private Hospitals: Prevalence, Perceptions, and Participation.

Background: Professionalism in healthcare is crucial for maintaining patient trust and delivering high-quality care. Unprofessional behaviors among house officers (recent medical graduates undergoing training) raise concerns about their impact on healthcare outcomes. This study aims to assess the prevalence and perceptions of unprofessional behavior, as well as participation in it, among house officers in both public and private hospitals in Pakistan.

Dental Decision-Making in Pediatric Dentistry: A Cross-Sectional Case-Based Questionnaire Among Dentists in Germany.

: The most recent guidelines and recommendations regarding treatments of dental caries in children are shifting towards evidence-based minimal or non-invasive approaches aiming to preserve the vitality of teeth and potentially reduce the need for dental general anesthesia. This study investigated the treatment recommendations of dentists actively practicing pediatric dentistry in Germany regarding different patient cases with caries in primary teeth. The questionnaire was distributed on paper or online to pediatric dentists and general dentists practicing pediatric dentistry.

Plasma Rich in Growth Factors Compared to Xenogenic Bone Graft in Treatment of Periodontal Intra-Osseous Defects-A Prospective, Comparative Clinical Study.

Background: Periodontal intra-bony defects are challenging conditions in dental practice, often requiring regenerative approaches for successful treatment. This clinical study aimed to compare the effectiveness of plasma rich in growth factors (PRGF) versus xenogenic bone graft (BXG) in addressing intra-bony defects.

Methods: Forty patients aged between 30 and 50 years presenting with generalized periodontitis were included.

Towards Wiser Prescribing of Antibiotics in Dental Practice: What Pharmacists Want Dentists to Know.

Antibiotics have various indications for treatment and prophylaxis in dental practice. While only a handful of antibiotics are typically prescribed in dentistry, unlike in medicine, clear indications and appropriate dosing and duration remain controversial among antibiotic-prescribing dentists, which may result in inappropriate or excessive antibiotic prescriptions. This practice can increase the risk of antibiotic resistance and expose patients to unnecessary side effects.

Initial Clinical and Cone-Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) Outcomes of Enamel Matrix Derivative-Based Regenerative Therapy in Vertical Bone Defects.

Background and objective Enamel matrix derivatives (EMD) are biomaterials extracted from porcine dental germs. They consist of amelogenins (90%), ameloblastine, enamelin, and amelotin. New evidence has shown that all these proteins can be absorbed onto hydroxyapatite crystals and collagen fibers on the root surface of teeth and initiate regeneration of root cementum as well as stimulate periodontal cell proliferation.

Telediagnosis performance of specialists in oral medicine and general dental practitioner using images of oral mucosa lesions in Chile.

Background: The objective of this research was to evaluate the performance of specialists in oral medicine doing diagnosis of oral mucosa lesions through digital images comparing general dental practitioner in Chile.

Material And Methods: 20 oral medicine specialists from the national registry of specialists in Chile and 20 general dental practitioners were invited to participate. Each participant reviewed 33 cases with digital images of oral mucosa lesions and was asked to submit diagnostic hypotheses.

A Cross-Sectional Survey of Anesthesiologists' Awareness Toward Traumatic Dental Injuries During General Anesthesia in Syrian Arab Republic.

Background: Traumatic dental injuries with tracheal intubation during general anesthesia are considered one of the most common complications. It is also the primary reason for malpractice legal claims against anesthesiologists according to insurance companies. There is much information regarding the incidence, consequences, and risk factors of traumatic dental injuries during general anesthesia.

Survival and Complications of Partial Coverage Restorations on Posterior Teeth-A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Objective: To determine the clinical performance of partial coverage restorations (PCR) (onlays, occlusal veneers, and partial crowns) composed of different ceramic and ceramic-based materials to treat extended posterior defects.

Materials And Methods: MEDLINE, Scopus, CENTRAL, ClinicalTrials.gov, and the International Clinical Trials Registry Platform were searched (inception-February 2024) for randomized controlled trials (RCT) comparing posterior PCRs composed of different ceramic and ceramic-based materials with a minimum follow-up of 1 year.