Fish: a new xenograft source for maxillary sinus lifting.

Objective: Although autogenous grafting is accepted as the gold standard in intraoral grafting, xenogenous grafts are frequently used in sinus lift surgeries due to their osteoinductive and osteoconductive properties. This study aimed to investigate the efficacy of fish spine-derived xenogenic grafts in sinus augmentation surgery.

Material And Methods: In this study, a fish spine-derived xenogenic graft was produced for comparison with autogenous graft and bovine derived xenogenic grafts.

Evaluation of polyaryletherketone materials as post-core abutments for removable partial dentures: A finite element analysis.

Objective: The purpose was to compare the biomechanical behavior of single-piece post-core restorations made from polyaryletherketone materials with fiber post-core restorations when serving as abutments for RPD using finite element analysis (FEA).

Methods: Phantom maxillary central incisor and mandibular second premolar were trimmed 1-mm coronally to cemento-enamel junction; root canals were enlarged and the teeth were scanned. Data was transferred to a solid modeling software.

Does the modified inferior border osteotomy improve the surgical outcomes in bilateral sagittal split osteotomy?

Background: To investigate the effect of lower border osteotomy on the lingual split pattern and IAN in BSSO procedures.

Materials And Methods: The study comprised 32 patients (64 operated sides) who underwent bilateral sagittal split osteotomy (BSSO) due to dentofacial abnormalities between the periods of April 2021 and April 2022. In the mandible, 32 sides (the conventional group) received standard BSSO surgery, while 32 sides (the modified group) additionally received lower border osteotomy.

Investigation of experimental resin composites containing different boron compounds incorporated into mesoporous and nonporous hydroxyapatite nanocarriers.

This study aimed to investigate the surface hardness, monomer conversion, surface roughness, boron release, and water sorption-solubility properties of experimental resin composites (RC) containing hydroxyapatite nanocarriers (HAP) loaded with different boron compounds, in comparison to a conventional RC. In this study, boron nitride and 4-borono-L-phenylalanine were loaded into mesoporous and nonporous HAP. 1% boron-nanocarrier complexes were added to a conventional resin-composite content.

Assessment of the positional and morphological differences of unilaterally impacted canines: A cross-sectional study.

Introduction: This study aimed to use cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) to evaluate the dimensional and morphological characteristics of unilaterally impacted canines, their effects on adjacent teeth, and differences with contralaterally erupted canines.

Materials And Methods: A sample of 31 patients (22 males, mean age 22.22 ± 4.

Dental approaches in children with congenital heart disease treated under general anesthesia for oral rehabilitation.

Background: Children with congenital heart disease (CHD) are at high risk of contracting oral diseases. The aim of this study is to investigate dental procedures to prevent the risk of infective endocarditis in children with CHD.

Material And Methods: 146 patients aged 2-14 years, in need of prophylaxis before cardiovascular surgery and who had filled out anamnesis records, were considered.

Which factors affect the lingual fracture pattern in sagittal split ramus osteotomy?

The purpose of this study was to elucidate the effects of mandibular anatomy and osteotomy technique on lingual fracture patterns in SSRO. The predictor variables were: length of horizontal medial osteotomy; type of border osteotomy; buccolingual width; and vertical length of the basal cortex. The outcome variable was the type of lingual split pattern.

PREEMPTIVE INTRAVENOUS IBUPROFEN AND LOCAL KETAMINE IMPROVE POSTOPERATIVE ANALGESIA FOLLOWING THIRD MOLAR SURGERY: A DOUBLE-BLIND, RANDOMIZED, PLACEBO-CONTROLLED CLINICAL STUDY.

Objective: To compare the efficacy of preemptive ibuprofen, local ketamine, and their combination in managing postoperative pain and trismus following third molar surgery.

Materials And Methods: One hundred patients were randomly divided into 4 groups. The Intrafen Group had their impacted third molars surgically removed under local anesthesia after receiving intravenous (IV) ibuprofen for preemptive effect.

Investigation of the efficacy of two different laser types in the treatment of lower lip paresthesia after sagittal split ramus osteotomy.

Orthognathic surgery involves invasive and major surgical procedures commonly used to correct maxillofacial deformities. Bilateral sagittal split ramus osteotomy (BSSO) is often used to treat dentofacial anomalies related to the mandible, but it can result in various complications, the most common of which is inferior alveolar nerve damage. Nerve damage-induced paresthesia of the lower lip significantly affects patient comfort.

Is Postoperative Pain Associated With Nausea and Vomiting Following Orthognathic Surgery?

Background: Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) is a common adverse side-effect following orthognathic surgery, with pain potentially contributing as a risk factor.

Purpose: The study's purpose was to measure the association between postoperative pain and PONV.

Study Design, Setting, Sample: This prospective cohort study involved patients who underwent bimaxillary surgery at Erciyes University, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Hospital.

Single implant retained overdentures: Evaluation of effect of implant length and diameter on stress distribution by finite element analysis.

Purpose: Single implant retained mandibular overdenture treatment has been shown to be a minimally invasive, satisfactory, and cost-effective option for edentulous individuals. However, the impact of implant diameter and length on stress distribution at the implant, bone, and other components in this treatment approach remains unclear. The purpose of this 3D finite element analysis was to evaluate the effect of implant length and diameter on equivalent von Mises stress and strain distribution in single implant retained overdentures at bone, implant, and prosthetic components.

Is an Attachable Oral Wound Dressing Effective at Closing an Acute Oroantral Communication?

Background: An oroantral communication (OAC) is an acute opening after tooth extractions in the posterior maxilla that requires immediate closure. The search for a noninvasive and cost-effective OAC treatment method remains ongoing.

Purpose: This study assessed the effect of oral wound dressing (OWD) on acute OACs of 2-5 mm and compared it with suturing sterile gauze (SG) and plasma-rich fibrin (PRF).

Evaluation of First Molar Buccolingual Angulations and Dental Arch Parameters in Adolescents with Bilateral Posterior Crossbite.

Objective: This study aimed to compare the maxillary and mandibular transverse dental arch widths and buccolingual inclinations of the molar teeth in patients with and without bilateral posterior crossbite (BPC) divided into different age groups.

Methods: The study included dental models from 120 patients (age: 12-18 years), including 60 with BPC (32 boys and 28 girls) and 60 without BPC (controls; 30 boys and 30 girls), who were divided into three age groups (12-14, 14-16, and 16-18 years). The centroid and lingual transverse arch widths, dental arch perimeters, dental arch depths, and buccolingual angulation of the molar teeth in the maxillary and mandibular regions were evaluated using scanned three-dimensional dental models.

Efficacy of Tenoxicam, Paracetamol, and Their Combination in Postoperative Pain After Double-Jaw Surgery.

Introduction Orthognathic surgical procedures include a series of surgical operations in which interventions are applied to the maxilla, mandible, or both for occlusal or aesthetic concerns due to facial skeletal development deformities. Double-jaw surgeries have the highest pain scores, in which both maxilla and mandible bones are intervened. This study aimed to compare the efficacy of individual applications of paracetamol and tenoxicam with their combined application on postoperative pain and opioid consumption in patients undergoing double-jaw surgery.

The evaluation of nasolacrimal duct injury in Le Fort I osteotomy patients.

Background: Although Le Fort I surgeries are safe and successful procedures; nasolacrimal duct injuries may be observed due to these surgeries. The study aimed to investigate the prevalence of nasolacrimal duct injury in Le Fort I osteotomy patients.

Material And Methods: The authors conducted a retrospective cohort study consisting of patients who underwent Le Fort I osteotomies between 2017 and 2021 in the Erciyes University Faculty of Dentistry.

Evaluation of alterations in length and calcification of the styloid process in patients with end-stage renal failure.

Objective: This study compared alterations in length and types of elongation and calcification of the styloid process (SP) between patients with end-stage renal failure (ESRF) who received renal transplantation, patients with ESRF undergoing dialysis, and a healthy control group.

Study Design: The SPs of 58 patients who had undergone renal transplants, 58 patients who received dialysis treatment, and 58 healthy individuals were examined with panoramic radiographs. Length measurements were made from the apex to the base of the SP.

Relationship Between Temporomandibular Ankylosis And Maximum Mouth Opening In Children.

Background: Pediatric dentists should have information regarding whether mouth opening is limited. In clinical practice, these professionals should collect and record oral area measurements at the pediatric patient's first medical examination.

Objectives: The study's aim developed the standard mouth opening measurement in children by using ordinary least squares regression to develop a clinical prediction model in children with Temporomandibular Joint Ankylosis before preoperative surgery.

The effect of propolis on the bond strength of composite resin to enamel after intracoronal bleaching with different bleaching agents.

This study evaluated the effect of propolis as an antioxidant agent on bond strength to enamel after intracoronal bleaching. A total of 160 incisors were endodontically treated. Sixteen teeth were served as control, and the remaining teeth were randomly divided into three main groups according to the bleaching agent used; group 1: Sodium perborate (SP); group 2: Carbamide peroxide (CP); group 3: Hydrogen peroxide (HP).

Evaluation of drug release, monomer conversion and surface properties of resin composites containing chlorhexidine-loaded mesoporous and nonporous hydroxyapatite nanocarriers.

The aim of this study was to evaluate drug release, degree of conversion (DC), and surface properties of resin composites containing chlorhexidine (CHX)-loaded mesoporous (mHAP) and nonporous hydroxyapatite (HAP) nanocarrier. CHX loaded mHAP and HAP, or CHX without nanocarrier was added into the resin composite in 1% and 5% concentrations. After characterization of experimental materials with XRD, EDX, FT-IR, and SEM, the CHX release on the 1st, 7th, 30th, and 120th days were evaluated by UV-vis spectroscopy.

Evaluation of temporomandibular joint components and mandibular bone structure in ankylosing spondylitis patients.

Objectives: The study aimed to investigate the mandible and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) in patients with ankylosing spondylitis (AS) who had no signs or symptoms of TMJ-related disease and compare them with a control group.

Study Design: In total, 128 panoramic radiographs (63 patients with AS, 65 controls) were evaluated. Fractal analysis was conducted on the mandibular condyle (ROI1), angle of the mandible (ROI2), and the area adjacent to the mental foramen (ROI3).

Evaluation of six different one-step universal adhesive systems in terms of dentin bond strength, adhesive interface characterization, surface tension, contact angle, degree of conversion and solvent evaporation after immediate and delayed use.

Objectives: In this study, it was aimed to investigate the effects of different waiting periods on resin-dentin bond strength (BS), degree of conversion (DC), contact angle (CA), surface tension (ST), solvent evaporation (weight loss) and the characteristics of adhesive interfaces of the current six universal adhesive resins (ARs).

Materials And Methods: A total of 216 caries-free human lower third molar teeth were used. Composite resin restorations were performed by applying six universal ARs in etch-and-rinse and self-etch mode on standardized dentin surfaces after 0, 5, and 30 min waiting time.

A Comparison of Hard and Soft Occlusal Splints for the Treatment of Nocturnal Bruxism in Children Using the BiteSTRIP®.

Objective: Bruxism is defined as a parafunctional activity. It could be in diurnal or nocturnal form, based on the time it occurs. The purpose of the study compares the effectiveness of occlusal splint treatments in children with nocturnal bruxism using the BiteStrip®.

A case of diffuse alveolar hemorrhage after orthognathic surgery: Case report with the literature review'.

Diffuse alveolar hemorrhage (DAH) disease is a rare but acutely developing condition that may occur after general anesthesia, if not diagnosed and treated on time, could be life-threatening. Orthognathic surgeries, frequently performed for functional and esthetic correction, are generally composed of a young population in their twenties with no other disease. The aim of presenting this case report was to describe the etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of DAH to emphasize the importance of timely diagnosis.

Evaluation of mandibular trabecular bone by fractal analysis on panoramic radiograph in paediatric patients with sleep bruxism.

Objective: To evaluate the trabecular bone density in the mandible of paediatric patients diagnosed with sleep bruxism (SB) using the fractal analysis method on panoramic radiographs.

Methods: A total of 37 patients whose anamnesis and clinical signs were compatible with SB were diagnosed with SB using BiteStrip . Three areas were identified on the panoramic radiographs of the patients: the geometric center of the condyle, the angulus region under the mandibular canal, and the distal region of the mental foramen.