Clinical Success Evaluation of Ultrathin Ceramic Veneers Bonded to Nonprepared Teeth: An Observational Prospective Cohort Study.

Background: Patients' increasing interest in achieving optimal cosmetic outcomes and the widespread use of ultrathin ceramic veneers offer advantages such as high esthetic results and long-term durability. Several issues related to tooth preparation have been raised, including dental sensitivity, periodontal diseases, and increased treatment phases, in addition to complications associated with previous procedures, the treatment of which remains controversial to date. With the advancement of dental ceramic and its manufacturing techniques, it was widely used to manufacture ultrathin ceramic veneers with minimal preparation.

Evaluating the Effectiveness of the "Double Finish Line Technique" on Full-Crown Retention for Short Abutments: An In Vitro Study.

Background: Achieving clinically adequate retention for cast crowns in prepared short abutments represents a major challenge for practicing dentists. Despite the important developments with adhesive cement, only a few teeth can be treated this way, and conventional preparation techniques are still employed for most crowns. Numerous options for auxiliary features exist; however, there is no consensus about one preferred method.

The Association Between Dental Caries and Salivary Buffering Capacity in Syrian Patients Diagnosed with Sickle Cell Disease.

Background Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a genetic disorder caused by mutations in the gene, resulting in the abnormal shape of red blood cells. This condition is accompanied by various oral manifestations including salivary gland dysfunction leading to a heightened susceptibility to dental caries. This disorder is primarily treated with hydroxyurea.

Enamel Deproteinization or Sandblasting for Enamel Reconditioning Before Acid Etching to Enhance the Shear Bond Strength of Metallic Brackets in a Third Bonding: An In Vitro Study.

Background: Enamel conditioning with 37% phosphoric acid is the most common technique during orthodontic bracket bonding procedures. However, due to the repeated de-bonding of the orthodontic brackets during treatment, other methods were needed to condition the enamel surface and increase the bond strength. This study aimed to compare the effect of conditioning the enamel surface by sandblasting with aluminum oxide particles or 5.

The Effect of a Horizontal Apical Mattress Suturing Technique on the Width and Thickness of the Keratinized Mucosa After Dental Implant Surgery: A Cohort Study.

Introduction There is general agreement that a thick zone of the keratinized tissues around implants promotes accurate prosthetic procedures, permits oral hygiene maintenance, resists recession, and enables esthetic blending with surrounding tissues. A new procedure called Choukroun's technique has been suggested, and it consists of a combination of horizontal apical mattress suture with regular suture to increase the keratinized tissue in the mandibular arch during the first stage after implantation. The proposed procedure has not been evaluated yet in a cohort of patients.

The Impact of Non-Extraction Orthodontic Treatment on the Oral-Health-Related Quality of Life between a Modified Aligner Appliance with Ni-Ti Springs and the Traditional Fixed Appliances: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial.

: To compare the oral-health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) outcomes between patients treated with modified Ni-Ti spring-based alignment appliances or conventional fixed appliances using the Oral Health Impact Profile 14 (OHIP-14), as well as the levels of satisfaction with the appliance appearance, treatment progress, and outcomes. : Thirty-six patients (11 males, 25 females) were randomly divided into two groups: either the modified aligner appliance with Ni-Ti springs group (MAA) or the traditional fixed appliances group (FA). The allocation ratio was 1:1, and the randomization process was carried out by an independent investigator not involved in this study.

Patient Satisfaction Following Orthodontic Treatment: A Systematic Review.

Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) have become increasingly important in orthodontic treatment as they reflect patients' perceptions of treatment outcomes. Understanding patient satisfaction with orthodontic treatment is crucial for improving healthcare delivery and patient-centered care. This systematic review aimed to critically appraise the evidence regarding patient satisfaction after orthodontic treatment, exploring the effects of different treatment types, patient demographics, and other factors on satisfaction levels.

Evaluation of EMLA cream with microneedle patches in palatal anesthesia in children: a randomized controlled clinical trial.

Palatal injections are considered to be one of the most painful dental procedures. As a result, it was important to find alternatives to this painful injection to improve children's cooperation. The dental literature mentioned using EMLA cream as a possible alternative to conventional injections, but its anesthetic effect was debated.

Treatment of Atrophic Facial Scars Using Polydioxanone Threads: A Case Series.

The appearance of scars affects patients' aesthetic and psychological aspects, as atrophic scars can result from previous surgeries or inflammatory/infectious conditions. Recently, non-surgical techniques have been introduced to improve scar appearance and enhance patient satisfaction. To our knowledge, there has been limited published medical research evaluating the effectiveness of polydioxanone threads in managing facial scars.

Influence of the Rater's Gender on Assessing Facial Beauty in Adult Patients With Vertical and Horizontal Growth Patterns.

Background The evaluation of attractiveness varies from one civilization, culture, and environment to another and between individuals. Gender can also play a role in determining the standards of attractiveness. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of the rater's gender on the assessment of adult facial attractiveness with a vertical and horizontal growth pattern in patients with skeletal Class I malocclusion.

Evaluation of the Best Method for Orthodontic Correction of Skeletal Deep Bites in Growing Patients: A Systematic Review.

This review aimed to evaluate the currently available evidence regarding the best method of correcting deep bites in growing patients. In September 2023, a search was conducted electronically across the following databases: PubMed®, Web of Science™, Scopus®, Embase®, Google™ Scholar, and Cochrane Library. In this systematic review, randomized control trials (RCTs), controlled clinical trials (CCTs), and cohort studies of growing patients with deep bite malocclusion who received treatment with the primary objective of treating the deep bite were included.

An Evaluation of the Rate and Type of Orthodontic Tooth Movement When Injecting Platelet-Rich Plasma During Mini-Implant-Based Segmented en-Masse Retraction of Upper Anterior Teeth.

Introduction: The study aimed to determine the influence of palatal injection of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) on the rate and type of orthodontic tooth movement (OTM) during the en-masse retraction of upper anterior teeth.

Materials And Methods: Two-arm parallel-group trial, in which 30 class II division 1 adult patients (7 males and 23 females) aged 16 to 27 years were recruited. The sample was randomly divided into two groups: the experimental group, in which PRP was injected in the palatal mucosa of the maxillary six anterior teeth immediately before starting the en-masse retraction of upper anterior teeth, whereas in the control group, traditional treatment was employed.

Temperature Changes in the Pulp Chamber During Orthodontic Bonding Using a High-Power Light-Emitting Diode Device With Two Different Exposure Times and Intensities: An In-Vitro Study.

Objective: This study used a high-power light-emitting diode (LED) device to evaluate the effects of two exposure times and intensities on pulp chamber temperature and cooling time during bracket bonding.

Materials And Methods: Sixty upper premolars were used in the sample in this study. These premolars were split into two main groups based on the exposure time and intensity: the first group employed a traditional curing mode (TCG) for 20 seconds with an intensity of 1200 mw/cm, whereas the second group had a quick curing mode (QCG) for 3 seconds with an intensity of 2500 mw/cm.

Patient-reported outcomes during accelerating the en-masse retraction of the upper anterior teeth using low-intensity electrical stimulation: a randomized controlled trial.

Background: Low-intensity electrical stimulation (LIES) is considered a relatively recent technology that has received little attention in orthodontics as a method of acceleration. This study aimed to evaluate patient-reported outcome measures when LIES is used to accelerate the en-masse retraction of the upper anterior teeth.

Materials And Methods: The sample consisted of 40 patients (8 males, 32 females; mean age 21.

A Comparison Between Skeletal Class II and Class III Malocclusion Patients in Terms of the Masticatory Muscles' Activity: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Background This study aimed to determine if individuals with skeletal Class II and skeletal Class III malocclusions had different levels of masticatory muscle activity. Materials and methods This cross-sectional study, conducted at the University of Damascus, investigated the myoelectric activity of perioral muscles in patients with Class II and III malocclusions. The sample size of 60 patients was determined according to a prior sample size calculation.

Estimation of alpha exposure on CR-39 detector using a UV-VIS spectrophotometer.

This work is dedicated to study the possibility of using UV-VIS spectrophotometer, a non-invasive technique with a versatile applications that is being used to determine the optical properties of matter, to estimate the CR-39 exposure to alpha particles. CR-39 detectors were exposed to alpha particles from two different alpha sources: Am and radon gas. Tracks densities on CR-39 were determined using the traditional counting method by an optical microscope.

Duration of orthodontic treatment with clear aligners versus fixed appliances in crowding cases: a systematic review.

Objective: To critically appraise and assess the currently observed evidence about the difference in orthodontic treatment duration between clear aligners and fixed appliances in crowding cases.

Materials And Methods: An electronic search without limitations was conducted from inception to June 2023 covering nine databases: The Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL), PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Google Scholar, Trip, CINAHL via EBSCO, EMBASE via OVID and ProQuest. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and matched non-randomized studies were included in this systematic review.

Digital setup accuracy for moderate crowding correction with fixed orthodontic appliances: a prospective study.

Objectives: To evaluate the accuracy of a semi-automatic 3D digital setup process in predicting the orthodontic treatment outcome achieved by labial fixed appliances.

Subjects And Methods: Twenty-five adult patients (18 to 24 years old) with class I malocclusion and moderate crowding were prospectively enrolled and received treatment on both jaws through the straight-wire technique. Prior to treatment commencement, a semi-automatic digital setup simulating the predicted treatment outcome was performed for each patient through Orthoanalyzer software (3Shape®, Copenhagen, Denmark) to obtain the prediction model.

Dental and Periodontal Changes After Accelerated Correction of Lower Anterior Teeth Crowding With Periodontally Accelerated Osteogenic Orthodontics (PAOO) Procedure: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Objective To evaluate the relative efficacy of periodontally accelerated osteogenic orthodontics (PAOO) compared to conventional fixed appliances in correcting lower anterior teeth crowding using a non-extraction treatment approach. Material and methods A single-center, two-arm, parallel-group randomized controlled trial was conducted on 38 patients (9 males, 29 females) with moderate crowding. These patients did not require premolar extraction and were randomly allocated into two treatment groups: the PAOO group and the conventional orthodontic treatment group.

Exploring How People Interact With Dental Misinformation on Social Media: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Background: Social media has been widely utilized to spread health-related information, which has led to the possibility of spreading medical misinformation. The extent of the issue is unknown, even though policymakers, researchers, and medical professionals agree that health misinformation must be controlled and combated.

Objective: A cross-sectional study was conducted by the faculty of dentistry at Damascus University.

Impact of various aligner auxiliaries on orthodontic activity: A systematic review and network -analysis.

Background: It is imperative to analyze the forces and moments produced by various auxiliaries in order to select the optimal attachments and, eventually, to maximize the efficacy and efficiency of orthodontic therapy. Through this investigation, we aimed to highlight the impact of various aligner auxiliaries on orthodontic activity in patients undergoing orthodontic treatment on a pre/post treatment protocol basis.

Methods: After a thorough search of the online journals, a total of 482 documents were found using keywords such as "Orthodontic Treatment", "Aligner Auxiliaries", "Elastic Ligatures" and "Tooth Movement.

Evaluation of Three-Dimensional Digital Models Formulated From Direct Intra-oral Scanning of Dental Arches in Comparison With Extra-oral Scanning of Poured Dental Models in Terms of Dimensional Accuracy and Reliability.

Background: The study's objective was to assess the dimensional accuracy and reliability of dental digital models prepared by direct intraoral scanning and indirect scanning of the plaster models compared to the plaster models as the gold standard.

Materials And Methods: This study included 20 patients. Nine had a class I malocclusion, seven had a class II malocclusion, and four had a class III malocclusion.