Separation of instrument fragments can impede the progress of endodontic treatment, and effective management of this complication is crucial for treatment success. This study examined the factors that impact the success of retrieval of separated instrument fragments by postgraduate endodontic residents.

Examination of patients to detect periodontal disease is important for diagnosis and treatment planning, and accuracy of examination may be improved if salivary components can be applied for diagnosis. Leucine-rich α2 glycoprotein (LRG) is expressed in the serum of patients with inflammatory diseases, and salivary LRG may be applicable to the diagnosis of periodontal disease.

This study compares the ability of extrinsic stain removal and surface roughness changes on tooth surfaces after using two different types of dental air polishing powder: Sodium bicarbonate and novel eggshell powder.

This clinical report summarizes a workflow that introduces two approaches for fabricating a metal framework removable partial denture for a marginal mandibulectomy patient. First, the pre-existing denture was adjusted according to the piezographic technique to determine the optimal configuration for adhering to the available denture space. Second, computer-aided design-computer-aided manufacturing (CAD-CAM) technology was used to fabricate a new removable partial denture by digitally scanning the oral condition and the well-adjusted denture and then using the obtained data to design and fabricate the new denture. These two approaches can help to reduce chair time not only for maxillofacial prosthetic treatment but also for other denture cases.

Non-vital teeth usually exhibit substantial loss of coronal and radicular tooth structure, and use of posts after root canal treatment is controversial. This review examined whether placement of posts influences clinical behavior and survival probability of endodontically treated teeth (ETT).

The aim of this cross-sectional convenience sample survey was to assess attitudes of French dentists regarding stage III-IV grade C periodontitis in systemically healthy individuals. Among 225 dentists, 85.1% informed patients of the familial nature of periodontitis including 27.3% that recommended a consultation for the family. When dealing with a child who presented with severe periodontitis, 42.2% of the respondents did not advise examination of the parents. In addition, 39.1% of practitioners did not consider it possible to establish a family consultation. Finally, family factors are not often considered by French practitioners in the management of grade C periodontitis.

The aim of this study was to investigate the accessory root canal morphology of maxillary first molars in a Black South African subpopulation.

This study evaluated transportation and extruded debris during preparation using different instruments.

To determine and compare the cytotoxicity, odontoblast-like differentiation, shear bond strength (SBS) and Vickers microhardness of four commercial light-cured orthodontic adhesives.

To identify and measure the distance from the dental apices to the mandibular (MC) and mandibular incisive (MIC) canals, the diameter of the MC and the distances of the mental foramen (MF).

Using X-ray micro-computed tomography (micro-CT), the aim of this study was to measure the porosity of two tricalcium silicate sealers (EndoSequence BC and NeoSealer Flo) applied using three obturation techniques (single-cone, warm-vertical, and cold-lateral) to six single-rooted human teeth.

The present study aims to investigate the prevalence and severity of taste impairment among post-coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) hemodialysis patients in a sample of the Egyptian population.

To evaluate the influence of the polymerization distance of monowave and polywave light curing units (LCUs) on the measured irradiance relative to the value reported by the manufacturer in relation to the physical properties of resin-based composites (RBCs).

This study explored the relationship between central sensitization symptoms, assessed using the Central Sensitization Inventory (CSI), and psychophysical factors in patients with chronic masticatory myofascial pain (MMP) transitioning from the acute to chronic stages.

Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy (NVP) are common among pregnant women and can be severe enough to require hospitalization. However, the mechanism underlying NVP pathogenesis remains unclear. This study examined factors associated with adverse events after vaccination, including a past history of NVP.

To investigate the influence of various nickel-titanium (Ni-Ti) files on debris extrusion during the retreatment of teeth with simulated lateral root perforation, focusing on root resorption.

Characterization of materials used in dental restorations and fixed prostheses is useful for personal identification. This study investigated the dental treatment trends and use of metal materials among non-Japanese Asian temporary residents and Japanese individuals aged from 20 to 40 years living in a city in Japan. Analysis of 38 participants from different Asian countries showed prominent use of resin fillings, with metal element analysis revealing nickel-chromium (Ni-Cr) or cobalt-chromium (Co-Cr) alloys. Among five Japanese participants of the same age with dental metal treatment scars, resin fillings and silver-palladium-copper-gold (Ag-Pd-Cu-Au) or silver-indium (Ag-In) alloys were observed. This study suggested some regional differences in dental material choices in Asia.

The present work reports a case of a female patient complaining of itching and painful lesions affecting the oral mucosa for 7 months. Buccal and lip mucosa showed swelling and erythema, with serpiginous tracks. The patient was diagnosed with oral larva migrans, and the lesions resolved after ivermectin administration. At 18-month follow-up, no sign of recurrence was observed. Larva migrans can represent a pitfall in oral diagnosis and a stressful condition for the patient. Oral health care providers should be aware of this and keep this disease in mind as a possible differential diagnosis in oral mucosa lesions.

This study was designed to investigate the distribution of the main occluding area in adolescents. Furthermore, the importance of the main occluding area was clarified by examining its interrelationship with oral function and craniofacial morphology.

The oral cavity is the starting point and an integral part of the respiratory system. Oral bacteria are deeply involved in the onset and aggravation of lower respiratory tract diseases, including aspiration pneumonia, influenza, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Oral health conditions, such as periodontal disease, influence the severity of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Oral bacteria can be detected in the respiratory organs of patients with COVID-19, and the composition of oral bacterial flora may be altered. Aspiration pneumonia is common among patients with COVID-19 who are advanced in age or have underlying diseases due to poor oral hygiene management, fever, and other issues. While findings from further studies are awaited, maintaining a healthy oral cavity can prevent COVID-19 onset and aggravation. In addition to routine management of oral microflora at home and maintenance of periodontal health in dentistry, medical-dental collaboration is crucial for a prompt response to future pandemics, as humans have just experienced in COVID-19.

To assess the reasons behind the failure of temporary anchorage devices (TADs) installed in the buccal alveolar zone between the maxillary second premolars and the first molars.