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Effect of Different Surface Treatments on the Shear and Flexural Re-bond Strengths of a Micro-hybrid Composite.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Acid-etching alone was not very effective in producing well-bonded composite repairs (only 55% of the FS of normal micro-hybrid composite). Mechanical retention was more effective (SBS, FS) than acid-etching and as effective (SBS) or more effective (FS) than air-abrasion (p<0.05) for repaired composite specimens. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Either mechanical retention or air abrasion is recommended prior to repairing an existing composite restoration to achieve the highest bond strength. PMID: 19838604 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - October 20, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Vivas J, Yaman P, Taylor G Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

The Effect of Various Placement Techniques on the Microhardness of Class II (Slot) Resin Composite Restorations.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: The kind of matrix and filling technique could have a significant effect on surface microhardness. The top surface had the greatest hardness in comparison to different depths. In the centripetal technique, the external layer of the proximal wall had greater hardness than the other layers. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: While the microhardness of all of the experimental placement techniques in the different depths and layers was within a clinically acceptable range, the greatest hardness was obtained using the centripetal technique with a transparent matrix, making it the technique of choice. PMID: 19838605 [PubMed ...
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - October 20, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Moosavi H, Abedini S Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

A comparison of acrylic and multilithic teeth bond strengths to acrylic denture base material.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Although the mean bond strength in the multilithic group was higher than in the other groups, no significant difference was found between the three groups. There was no significant difference between the three groups with regard to the prevalence and type of fracture site. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: The bonding strength of multilithic denture teeth to denture base resins was found to be comparable to, and even slightly higher than, acrylic conventional denture teeth, making them a promising choice for clinicians in the fabrication of removable dentures. PMID: 19838606 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - October 20, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Mosharraf R, Abed-Haghighi M Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Dental Treatment Duration as an Indicator of the Behavior of 3-to 9-Year-old Pediatric Patients in Clinical Dental Settings.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Treatment duration may affect the behavior of pediatric patients parallel with chronological age and, thus, should be considered in the arrangement of the treatment plan. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: The findings of this study suggest appropriate pediatric behavior management should include thoughtful scheduling of appointments according to a treatment plan formulated with consideration of the effects of age and appointment length. PMID: 19838607 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - October 20, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Aminabadi NA, Oskouei SG, Farahani RM Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Oral squamous cell carcinoma: a clinicopathological study of 342 thai cases.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: In the present study, the incidence of SCC was age-related and showed equal gender distribution. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Routine examination of the oral cavity by dental practitioners and other health care providers aids in the early detection of premalignant and malignant oral disease. Dentists can play a significant role in disseminating information regarding oral cancer. PMID: 19838608 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - October 20, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Jainkittivong A, Swasdison S, Thangpisityotin M, Langlais RP Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

The prevalence of occlusal disharmony and its associated causes in complete dentures.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Within the limits of this study, the prevalence of occlusal disharmony was noticeable. A randomized clinical trial is strongly recommended to investigate factors related to the incidence of occlusal disharmony. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: It is important to refine the occlusion of a complete denture after laboratory processing of the denture before it is delivered to the patient. PMID: 19838609 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - October 20, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Atashrazm P, Dashti MH Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

The clinical outcomes of 234 spiral family implants.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: SFIs have a high SVR similar to those reported in previous studies on different implant types. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: SFIs demonstrated a very high primary stability which offers the potential for use of a specific implant device for immediate loading. However, additional studies are necessary to verify their outcome on the medium/long period. PMID: 19838610 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - October 20, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Danza M, Fromovich O, Guidi R, Carinci F Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Causes and Patterns of Loss of Permanent Teeth among Patients Attending a Dental Teaching Institution in South India.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: The results of the present study suggest caries and periodontal disease are the major causes of tooth mortality in the study population. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Data regarding the causes of tooth loss indirectly provides invaluable information on the pattern of oral health in a population which can be utilized for planning public health policies designed to address the burden of oral diseases. PMID: 19838611 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - October 20, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Anand PS, Kuriakose S Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Histologic Evaluation of the Effects of Er:YAG Laser on Bone Ablation.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Bone can be ablated effectively and precisely using a Er:YAG laser without the vibration associated with steel surgical burs, but it is a slower process than when burs are used. There was no significant difference between the two groups in terms of bone repair at ten and 20 day intervals of healing. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Within the limits of this study a 2940 nm Er:YAG laser at 1.5 W can be used with confidence in cases requiring effective bone ablation. PMID: 19838612 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - October 20, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Akyol UK, Güngörmüs M, Gündogdu C, Erdem H Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Immediate Implant Placement and Provisional Crown Fabrication after a Minimally Invasive Extraction of a Peg-shaped Maxillary Lateral Incisor: A Clinical Report.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This report describes the diagnosis and treatment of an over-prepared peg-shaped maxillary left lateral incisor associated with multiple crown decementations. The tooth was extracted without flap elevation and an implant was inserted immediately using flapless surgery and placement of an immediate provisional single crown. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Flapless implant insertion into fresh extraction sockets and placement of immediate provisional crowns in cases involving the maxillary anterior region represent a viable treatment option in appropriate clinical situations where esthetics are a high priority. The strategy preserves...
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - October 20, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Turkyilmaz I, Suarez JC, Company AM Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Management of a Type III Dens Invaginatus using a Combination Surgical and Non-surgical Endodontic Therapy: A Case Report.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
AIM: The aim of this report is to present a case of Type III dens invaginatus in a maxillary lateral incisor with a periapical lesion and its successful treatment using a combination of surgical and non-surgical therapy. BACKGROUND: The morphology of the root canal system is unique for individual teeth. A precise understanding of the morphology is very important for a successful root canal treatment. Dens invaginatus is a rare dental anomaly that can give rise to many complex anatomical forms. The complete removal of the diseased pulp tissue can be a challenge for clinicians due to the complexity of internal canal anat...
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - October 20, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Hegde MN, Shetty A, Sagar R Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Microscope-enhanced periodontal therapy: a review and report of four cases.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: The scientific community understands the need for more investigations to completely understand the conditions that would best favor the creation of a tooth substitute. Recent gains in the understanding of the molecular regulation of tooth morphogenesis, stem cell biology, and biotechnology offers the opportunity to realize this goal. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Even though all the procedures shown in this review can be performed using normal vision, performing these procedures using a surgical microscope and microsurgical instruments offers definite advantages in terms of improved visual acuity, superior approximati...
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - October 20, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Hegde R, Sumanth S, Padhye A Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

AAOMP CASE CHALLENGE: A Nonulcerated, Slowly Growing Mass of the Mandible.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CASE SUMMARY: A 38-year-old male presented with a slowly growing mass of the right mandible. The lesion displaced the mandibular canine and premolar teeth on the same side. PMID: 19838616 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - October 20, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Eljack SA, Reich R Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

A Prospective Clinical Study to Evaluate the Effect of Manual and Power Toothbrushes on Pre-existing Gingival Recessions.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Both the PT and the MT significantly reduced pre-existing gingival recession after six months of brushing. This may have been due to improved brushing technique (i.e., Hawthorne effect). CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Based on these six-month data, concern that power tooth brushing results in a higher risk for gingival recession is not warranted. PMID: 19575048 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - July 5, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Dorfer CE, Joerss D, Wolff D Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Effect of Different Conditioning Protocols on the Adhesion of a Glass Ionomer Cement to Dentin.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Although the dentin SBS of Fuji II LC after conditioning with APF and phosphoric acid followed by NaOCl was greater than the unconditioned group (Group 4), polyacrylic acid yielded the best result. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Proper conditioning of dentin is effective in promoting close adaptation of RMGIC to dentin. PMID: 19575049 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - July 5, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Hajizadeh H, Ghavamnasiri M, Namazikhah MS, Majidinia S, Bagheri M Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Effects of Surface Texture and Etching Time on Roughness and Bond Strength to Ground Enamel.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Within the limits of this study increasing the etching time or combining both etching techniques failed to improve the BS using SEP or etch-and-rinse systems. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Based on the findings of this study, there is no clinical justification for increasing the etching time or for combining the use of a SEP following the use of a 35% H3PO4 etchant to achieve a greater BS to ground enamel. PMID: 19575050 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - July 5, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Reis AF, Aguiar FH, Pereira PN, Giannini M Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Clinical Evaluation of Polyamide Polymer Burs for Selective Carious Dentin Removal.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Carbon steel round burs remove caries lesions more efficiently than polymer burs but they tend to contribute to the over-preparation of the cavity. Polyamide burs were found to be self-limiting and lose their cutting efficiency on reaching affected dentin and do not cut sound dentin. The time required for caries removal using the polymer bur was significantly longer than when using a carbon steel round bur. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: One of the goals of conservative dentistry is to develop a method for removing caries-infected dentin while preserving caries-unaffected dentin. The use of polymer burs appears to offe...
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - July 5, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Prabhakar A, Kiran NK Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Evaluation of Bone Healing Following Immediate and Delayed Dental Implant Placement.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: The potential exists for bone healing and remodeling in fresh extraction socket defects associated with immediately placed implants. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Im implantation offers the advantages of reduced operating time and the preservation of alveolar bone volume. PMID: 19575052 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - July 5, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Younis L, Taher A, Abu-Hassan MI, Tin O Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

An In Vivo Evaluation of Two Types of Files used to Accurately Determine the Diameter of the Apical Constriction of a Root Canal: An In Vivo Study.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: The clinician should consider introducing a non-tapered instrument to working length after coronal flaring because determination of the initial narrow apical canal diameter plays a major factor in identifying the extent of final apical shaping. Because the first non-tapered instrument that binds the apical constriction is larger than the corresponding tapered instrument, it better reflects the actual narrow apical diameter of the canal. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: The initiation of canal instrumentation with a K-file size three sizes beyond the mean values of the FLSB will result in greater final enlargement of the ...
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - July 5, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Darda S, Manwar N, Chandak M, Shori DD Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Dental Caries in Pre-term and Low Birth-weight Children and Related Factors.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: The prevalence of dental caries did not differ between the PLBW and NBW children. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Enamel hypoplasia and snacking were not common in PLBW children which may account for the lack of difference in dental caries between the two groups. PMID: 19575054 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - July 5, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Ghasempour M, Ahmadpour-Kacho M, Sheikhi S Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Bronchial Asthma and Dental Caries Risk: Results from a Case Control Study.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: There is a need to create awareness among dental practitioners regarding the increased caries risk of asthmatic patients. CLINCIAL SIGNIFICANCE: Special preventive and educational measures will be required to prevent caries and other oral diseases in asthmatic patients. PMID: 19575055 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - July 5, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Mehta A, Sequeira PS, Sahoo RC Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Palatal and Labially Impacted Maxillary Canine-associated Dental Anomalies: A Comparative Study.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: The present study illustrates a significant association of anomalous maxillary lateral, anomalous mandibular canine, taurodontism, infra occlusion of premolar, over retained deciduous molar, and maxillary canine transmigration with ectopically placed canines. These associations suggest these conditions may share a common genetic origin and existence of these anomalies can anticipate maxillary canine impaction which can help in cautious observation and early treatment for maxillary canine impaction. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Anomalous lateral incisors can serve as a predictor for palatal maxillary canine impaction....
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - July 5, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Nagpal A, Pai KM, Sharma G Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Teething Problems and Parental Beliefs in Nigeria.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Most mothers in the study reported signs and symptoms adduced to teething in their children irrespective of their beliefs. Fever ranked highest of the signs and symptoms reported. Mothers of children from the high socioeconomic class reported fewer teething symptoms. Breastfeeding status and gender of the child had no effect on teething problems in the children studied. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Most signs and symptoms adduced to teething by parents may actually be due to underlying infections. Thus, there is a need to rule out occult infection during the tooth eruption period. PMID: 19575057 [PubMed - as supp...
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - July 5, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Oziegbe EO, Folayan MO, Adekoya-Sofowora CA, Esan TA, Owotade FJ Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

A Review of the Biological and Clinical Aspects of Radiation Caries.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Radiation caries is an aggressive side effect of RT. Dentists play an important role in the prevention of the condition via comprehensive oral healthcare before, during, and after the active cancer therapy. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Dentists should understand the clinical and biological aspects underlying radiation caries to prevent the development of lesions and provide optimal treatment when needed. PMID: 19575058 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - July 5, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Aguiar GP, Jham BC, Magalhaes CS, Sensi LG, Freire AR Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Stem Cells: Therapeutic Potential in Dentistry.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: The scientific community understands the need for more investigations to completely understand the conditions that would best favor the creation of a tooth substitute. Recent gains in the understanding of the molecular regulation of tooth morphogenesis, stem cell biology, and biotechnology offers the opportunity to realize this goal. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: These findings, combined with the recent progress in stem cell research and tissue engineering, might allow the development of alternatives for current materials and therapies used to treat tooth tissue loss (e.g., enamel, dentin, pulp), reconstruct dentoalve...
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - July 5, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Nedel F, Andre DD, Oliveira IO, Cordeiro MM, Casagrande L, Tarquinio SB, Nor JE, Demarco FF Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Smoking Cessation Practices in the Dental Profession.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
AIM: The purpose of this review is to describe the current status of smoking cessation initiatives in the dental profession. REVIEW: A review of the initiatives undertaken by the dental profession to adopt smoking cessation recommendations as standard of care is presented. SUMMARY: Facts about the effects of smoking on the major oral diseases are stated and supported by national statistics. The barriers for compliance by dental professionals are described based on published research, but even more importantly, possible solutions are offered. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Awareness of the harmful effects of smoking tobacco can...
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - July 5, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Lozier EB, Gonzalez YM Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Fiber-reinforced Onlay Composite Resin Restoration: A Case Report.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
AIM: The purpose of this case report is to describe the clinical procedure for fabricating fiber-reinforced composite (FRC) onlay composite resin restorations using a FRC as the substructure. BACKGROUND: A variety of therapeutic modalities are available to restore teeth with moderate coronal defects in the posterior region of the mouth. For patients who refuse complete crown restorations or when minimal tooth reduction is preferred, a FRC restoration can be a good alternative to conventional restorative techniques. CASE REPORT: A 42-year-old female patient presented with an endodontically treated mandibular right first...
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - July 5, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Garoushi SK, Shinya A, Shinya A, Vallittu PK Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Anticariogenicity of casein phosphopeptide-amorphous calcium phosphate: a review of the literature.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Remineralization of white spot lesions has been achieved clinically by applying pastes based on these compounds, and a similar effect to self-applied fluorides has been observed in reducing the appearance of new caries lesions in patients with xerostomia. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Use of CPP-ACP based compounds offers a potential for use in the prevention of dental caries. PMID: 19430620 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - June 27, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Llena C, Forner L, Baca P Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Effect of posts on the fracture resistance of load-cycled endodontically-treated premolars restored with direct composite resin.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Intact teeth and the teeth restored with composite and quartz fiber posts had a similar fracture resistance and the failure modes were mostly restorable. The lowest fracture resistance and the most non-restorable failures were observed in conjunction with metal posts. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: The results of this in vitro study suggest the use of a quartz fiber post used in conjunction with an MOD composite resin restoration improves fracture resistance in an endodontically treated premolar. PMID: 19430621 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - June 27, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Hajizadeh H, Namazikhah MS, Moghaddas MJ, Ghavamnasiri M, Majidinia S Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

The effect of different adhesive types and curing methods on microleakage and the marginal adaptation of composite veneers.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: The effect of pre-cured adhesives was not material specific. The pre-cured adhesives showed the best resistance to dye penetration although the film thickness of these luting agents was only slightly increased. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Different curing methods (with pre-curing/without pre-curing) regardless of total-etch or self-etch adhesive systems influenced microleakage and the marginal adaptation, especially dentin margins of indirect composite veneers. PMID: 19430622 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - June 27, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Maleknejad F, Moosavi H, Shahriari R, Sarabi N, Shayankhah T Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

A comparison of two methods of removing zinc oxide-eugenol provisional cement residue from the internal surface of cast restorations.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Specimens treated with the ultrasonic cleaner showed a higher mean separation force (282.2 MPa) than the solvent group (439.5 MPa). CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Despite the convenience of using an organic solvent for cleaning the internal surface of cast restorations, the ultrasonic cleaning method is more effective for removing zinc-oxide temporary cement. PMID: 19430623 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - June 27, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Mosharraf R, Soleimani B, Sanaee-Nasab M Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

In vitro pharmacodynamic activities of root canal sealers on Enterococcus faecalis.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: The antibacterial effect of MCS was greater than the other sealers evaluated. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Sealers containing eugenol and epoxy resin might be preferable due to their antibacterial effect. PMID: 19430624 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - June 27, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Sagsen B, Er O, Esel D, Yagmur G, Altintop Y Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

The effect of pre-cooling the injection site on pediatric pain perception during the administration of local anesthesia.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSIONS: Cooling the site of infiltration block prior to the injection of local anesthesia significantly reduced the pain perceived during injection of local anesthetic agent in pediatric patients. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Pre-cooling of the soft tissues of an injection site prior to the administration of a local anesthetic can minimize the discomfort and anxiety associated with the injection procedure and facilitates the management of pediatric patients during this phase of a dental procedure. PMID: 19430625 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - June 27, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Aminabadi NA, Farahani RM Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Angulation of mandibular third molars as a predictive factor for pericoronitis.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: The soft tissues adjacent to vertically inclined, partially erupted mandibular third molars were more frequently affected by pericoronitis than teeth that are soft tissue impacted or erupted. Mesioangular erupted third molars were the teeth most frequently associated with bone loss. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: The soft tissues at highest risk of developing pericoronitis are those adjacent to mandibular third molars that are partially erupted, in a vertical position, and erupted to the level of or above the occlusal plane. PMID: 19430626 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - June 27, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Hazza'a AM, Bataineh AB, Odat AA Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Effect of labial frenum notch size and palatal vault depth on stress concentration in a maxillary complete denture: a finite element study.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Using finite element analysis, the presence of a large labial frenum notch and a shallow palatal vault increased the concentration of stress in maxillary complete dentures. Stress concentration in a maxillary denture base is much greater during the application of a vertical load than when dropping the denture on a hard flat surface. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: The concentration of stress at the tip of a large frenum notch and in a shallow palatal vault could have a weakening effect on the maxillary complete acrylic resin denture base making it more vulnerable to fracture. In this scenario alternative denture base st...
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - June 27, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Nejatidanesh F, Peimannia E, Savabi O Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Overdenture as a restorative option for hypocalcified-hypoplastic amelogenesis imperfecta: a case report.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This report demonstrated overdentures to be a viable, relatively inexpensive, and non-invasive treatment choice of a patient with AI with concerns about treatment longevity, invasiveness, cost, esthetics, and long-term maintenance. PMID: 19430628 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - June 27, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Assunção WG, Barão VA, Kanno CM, Saito CT, Delben JA Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

The role of saliva in dental erosion and a prosthetic approach to treatment: a case report.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This report is a profound example of how the over consumption of acidic agents affect not only dental tissues but also the chemical balance of the oral environment as well as the oral habitat. PMID: 19430629 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - June 27, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Bavbek AB, Dogan OM, Yilmaz T, Dogan A Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Inadequate vertical bone dimension managed by bone-added osteotome sinus floor elevation (BAOSFE): a literature review and case report.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
AIM: The purpose of this report is to provide a brief literature review of the bone-added osteotome sinus floor elevation (BAOSFE) procedure and to present a case utilizing this technique. BACKGROUND: Implant placement in the posterior maxillary region is often compromised due to anatomic limitations. In clinical situations where there is inadequate vertical bone dimension, the BAOSFE technique can be employed to increase bone height and allow placement of implants with an appropriate length dimension. CASE REPORT: A case of a 60-year-old female with inadequate vertical bone dimension in the area of an extracted #13 is...
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - June 27, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Kolhatkar S, Cabanilla L, Bhola M Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

An alternative method for flapless implant placement and an immediate provisional crown: a case report.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
AIM: The aim of this case report is to present a description of bone mapping as an alternative method to determine the dimensions of bone prior to placement of a flapless implant and an immediate provisional crown. BACKGROUND: The use of a temporary removable partial denture (RPD) or "flipper" during healing following an extraction is not acceptable for some highly demanding patients. As a result, flapless implant placement is gaining popularity because it offers some advantages such as less bleeding, less swelling, and the protection of soft tissue contours. CASE REPORT: A 65-year-old woman missing a maxillary left la...
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - June 27, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Turkyilmaz I, Suarez JC Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

AAOMP Case Challenge: Multiple red plaques with severe burning and soreness on the tongue.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
A 68-year-old African-American female presented with very painful lesions of the dorsum and ventral surfaces of the tongue she had endured for at least six months. PMID: 19430632 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - June 27, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Chehal H, Cohen DM, Bhattacharyya I Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

A randomized clinical trial to compare plaque inhibition of a sodium fluoride/potassium nitrate dentifrice versus a stabilized stannous fluoride/sodium hexametaphosphate dentifrice.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: The SnF2/SHMP dentifrice (blend-a-med EXPERT GUMS PROTECTION) inhibits plaque regrowth both overnight and during the day to a significantly greater degree than the NaF/KNO3 dentifrice (Sensodyne ProNamel). CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Dentists recommending an effective home use dentifrice for patients experiencing dentinal hypersensitivity and/or dental erosion may previously have needed to compromise on other key benefits, such as plaque control. blend-a-med EXPERT GUMS PROTECTION is a dentifrice when integrated into an oral hygiene routine can provide a proven treatment for hypersensitivity, dental erosion, and a r...
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - March 15, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Bellamy PG, Khera N, Day TN, Barker ML, Mussett AJ Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Correlation between levels of sulcular and capillary blood glucose.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: The results of this study suggest sulcular blood from a routine periodontal examination may be used for diabetes mellitus screening. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Considering 50% of diabetics remain undiagnosed, testing sulcular blood may provide a suitable method for identifying potential diabetic patients during routine dental visits since there is a correlation with capillary blood. Appropriate referrals to a physician can then be made when warranted. PMID: 19279967 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - March 15, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Ardakani MR, Moeintaghavi A, Haerian A, Ardakani MA, Hashemzadeh M Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

evaluation of a new furcation stent as a fixed reference point for class II furcation measurements.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: It may be concluded the clinical attachment level-H of the furcation involvement using a PCP UNC-15 probe and a custom designed stent provides reproducible information about the furcation depth in multirooted teeth. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Use of a simple modified furcation stent has shown greater reproducibility of furcal depth measurements than direct probing without the stent. The furcation stent definitely addresses the problems of existing methods of horizontal furcal depth measurements reported in the literature. The major advantages of the newly designed stent are the simple construction and non-invasive ...
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - March 15, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Laxman VK, Khatri M, Devaraj CG, Reddy K, Reddy R Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Microleakage of an adhesive system used as a fissure sealant.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: The adhesive system and the resin based sealant demonstrated similar microleakage properties, suggesting the possibility that adhesives can be used in a clinical setting. Additionally, the increase in the number of clinical steps required by common application of resin based sealant, including use of primer or primer and bond, did not lead to better results in preventing microleakage. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: The adhesive system can be used as a sealant without increasing the microleakage. Thus, the use of the adhesive system before the application of the sealant is not necessary to reduce the microleakage, altho...
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - March 15, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Bonifacio CC, Navarro RS, Sardenberg F, Imparato JC, de Carvalho RC, Raggio DP Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Exploring the relationships between sense of hopelessness, worry, self-rated oral health status, and behavior in a Romanian adult population.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: The results of this study found impaired oral health and financial problems may pose an increased risk for hopelessness. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Poor oral health can be regarded as a risk marker for the level of hopelessness. PMID: 19279970 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - March 15, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Dumitrescu AL, Kawamura M Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Influence of different exposure time required to stabilize hardness values of composite resin restorations.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: There is a specific, but not clinically acceptable, photoactivation time that KHN at both top and bottom surfaces can reach a plateau and is dependent on LCUs and the resin-composite tested. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: The LCUs and the resin-composite formulation affected the exposure time required to stabilize hardness values. The overall performance of LED LCUs was better than the QTH LCU regardless of the material evaluated. PMID: 19279971 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - March 15, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Cavalcante LM, Valentino TA, Carlini B, Silikas N, Pimenta LA Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Fracture resistance of aluminium oxide and lithium disilicate-based crowns using different luting cements: an in vitro study.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Fracture resistance of IPS Empress-2 and In-Ceram crowns was not affected by the type of cement used for luting. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Both In-Ceram and IPS Empress-2 crowns can be successfully luted with the cements tested with In-Ceram exhibiting higher fracture resistance than IPS Empress-2. PMID: 19279972 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - March 15, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Al-Wahadni AM, Hussey DL, Grey N, Hatamleh MM Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

The in vitro antibacterial effect of iodine-potassium iodide and calcium hydroxide in infected dentinal tubules at different time intervals.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: For short periods of exposure, IKI has a more efficient antibacterial effect in the dentinal tubules than CH but CH performs better after longer durations of exposure. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: This research indicates the use of IKI is a better choice for disinfecting the root canal than CH if only a short duration of exposure is used because of its more efficient antibacterial effect. However, if a longer exposure time is used, then CH is a better choice because of its better disinfecting effect over time. PMID: 19279973 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - March 15, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Lin S, Kfir A, Laviv A, Sela G, Fuss Z Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Effect of multiple consecutive applications of one-step self-etch adhesive on microtensile bond strength.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Within the limitations of this in vitro study the application of multiple coats of a one-step self-etch adhesive may provide an increase in bond strength compared to the application of only one coat of adhesive. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Three consecutive coats of one-step self-etching adhesive application can improve MBS. PMID: 19279974 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - March 15, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Arisu HD, Eligüzeloğlu E, Uçtaşli MB, Omürlü H Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals

Marginal adaptation of root-end filling materials: an in vitro study with teeth and replicas.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: A positive and significant correlation was observed between marginal adaptation values found in the teeth and their replicas. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: The use of ionomers as root-end filling materials may improve clinical outcomes in periradicular surgery. PMID: 19279975 [PubMed - in process] (Source: J Contemp Dent Pract)
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - March 15, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Costa AT, Konrath F, Dedavid B, Weber JB, de Oliveira MG Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: journals