Effect of relaxing sounds on anxiety levels in patients undergoing dental extraction: A randomized clinical trial.

Introduction: The study was conducted to observe the effect of using relaxing sounds as a nonpharmacological intervention on anxiety levels and vital signs among patients who underwent extraction.

Materials And Methods: A randomized clinical trial was conducted, and patients with an indication of dental extraction, who were physically and mentally healthy, were invited to voluntarily participate in the study. Dental anxiety was assessed by measuring blood pressure, heart rates, and respiratory rates as well as with the help of the Modified Dental Anxiety Scale (MDAS) questionnaire before and after the procedure.

Effectiveness of ultrasonography in the diagnosis of temporomandibular joint disorders: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) pose diagnostic challenges, and selecting appropriate imaging modalities is crucial for accurate assessment. This study aimed to compare the diagnostic accuracy and efficacy of ultrasonography (US) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in identifying TMDs.

Methods: A comprehensive meta-analysis was conducted, including studies that compared US and MRI for TMJ disorder assessments.

Comparing Radiation Doses in CBCT and Medical CT Imaging for Dental Applications.

Background: We are always concerned about radiation exposure during dental imaging procedures. We explore the crucial differences in radiation doses between Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) and Medical computed tomography (CT) imaging, aiming to shed light on the safety and efficiency of these techniques.

Materials And Methods: In this study, we conducted a comprehensive analysis using state-of-the-art dental imaging equipment.

A systematic review and meta-analysis of the impact of resveratrol on oral cancer: potential therapeutic implications.

The present study aimed to investigate the impact of resveratrol on oral neoplastic parameters through a systematic review and meta-analysis. Resveratrol, a naturally occurring polyphenol, has shown promising potential as a therapeutic agent in various cancer types, including oral neoplasms. Understanding the collective findings from existing studies can shed light on the efficacy and mechanisms of resveratrol in oral cancer management.

Salivary Biomarkers and Temporomandibular Disorders: A Systematic Review conducted according to PRISMA guidelines and the Cochrane Handbook for Systematic Reviews of Interventions.

Background: The present review aimed to investigate the association between salivary biomarkers and temporomandibular disorders (TMD). TMD is a multifactorial condition characterised by pain and dysfunction in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and surrounding structures. Salivary biomarkers have emerged as potential diagnostic tools due to their non-invasiveness and easy accessibility.

Clinical and radiographic outcomes of adjunctive photodynamic therapy for treating peri-implantitis among diabetics and cigarette smokers: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials.

Photodynamic therapy (PDT) has been suggested as an adjunctive therapeutic approach for peri-implantitis. This systematic review aimed to assess the clinical and radiographic outcomes of adjunctive PDT (aPDT) for the treatment of peri-implantitis among diabetics and cigarette smokers. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs), which assessed the clinical and radiographic outcomes of aPDT versus other intervention(s) and/or MD alone among diabetics and smokers with peri-implantitis, were considered eligible for the review.

Mechanical, Thermal, and Fire Retardant Properties of Rice Husk Biochar Reinforced Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Composite Material.

This study concentrated on the influence of rice husk biochar on the structural, thermal, flammable, and mechanical properties of recycled high-density polyethylene (HDPE). The percentage of rice husk biochar with recycled HDPE was varied between 10% and 40%, and the optimum percentages were found for the various properties. Mechanical characteristics were evaluated in terms of the tensile, flexural, and impact properties.

Comparative Analysis of Electric Field Strength, Magnetic Field Strength and Power Density around the Cell Phone Towers of Varying Characteristics with a Proposed Classification Facilitating Research on Human Population.

The continuous exposure of electromagnetic field (EMF) radiation from cell phone towers may possibly have an influence on public health. Each cell phone tower is unique in terms of number of antennas and its associated attributes; thus, the radiation exposure varies from one tower to another. Hence, a standardized method for quantifying the exposure is beneficial while studying the effects of radiation on the human population residing around the cell phone towers.

Temporomandibular Joint Space Dimensions among Saudi Patients with Temporomandibular Disorders: MRI-Based Retrospective Study.

Introduction: The temporomandibular joint is a complex synovial joint in the body. It is the area in which the mandible articulates with the cranium. The temporomandibular joint space is located between the articular eminence and the glenoid fossa of the temporal bone at the base of the skull and the condylar process of the mandible.

Differences in hard and soft tissue profile after orthodontic treatment with and without extraction.

Aims And Background: Premolar extraction is often associated with variations in the soft tissue profile that lead to considerable improvements in the facial profile. This study compared the changes in the facial profile of hard and soft tissues and investigated possible differences in the various facial parameters between patients who were treated with and without premolar extraction.

Materials And Methods: A total of 98 orthodontically treated patients were divided into two groups with an equal number of participants.

Investigating the Dimensional Accuracy of the Cavity Produced by ABS P400 Polymer-Based Novel EDM Electrode.

In the present study, cylindrical ABS P400 polymer parts (diameter 6.5 mm) to be used as die-sinking EDM (electric discharge machining) novel electrodes were fabricated using a fused deposition modeling (FDM) process. To meet the conductivity requirement in EDM, ABS parts were metallized using an innovative method that comprised putting aluminum-charcoal (Al-C) on them followed by their copper electroplating.

Influence of photodynamic therapy and different lasers Er,Cr:YSGG and Er,YAG on dentin conditioning bonded to conventional and bioactive cement.

Aim: The aim of the present study was to evaluate the bond integrity of bioactive cement (BA) in contrast to conventional cement Calibra (C) after dentin treated with different surface conditioners (PDT, EYL, ECL) MATERIALS AND METHODS: Sixty non-carious permanent mandibular molars were disinfected and embedded in acrylic resin till cement-o-enamel junction. For homogeneity the buccal surface were grounded and polished. Samples were categorized into three main groups based on conditioning technique.