This article from the Journal of Oral Rehabilitation focuses on sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) in adolescent orthodontic patients, investigating its prevalence and correlation with specific dentofacial characteristics. Researchers utilized the Pediatric Sleep Questionnaire (PSQ) to identify a h...

This source is a systematic review from the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry titled "Effectiveness of Prosthetic Cementation With Preheated Composite Resins—A Systematic Review." The authors, primarily from the University of São Paulo, conducted a comprehensive analysis of existing l...

This source examines the critical need for innovation within endodontic education, challenging the notion that it's merely a superficial trend. It highlights significant dilemmas facing the field, such as a shortage of qualified educators, the financial burden on students, and inconsistencies in ...

This clinical trial investigates the long-term performance of 3D-printed resin composite fixed dental prostheses (FDPs) used for posterior teeth restorations over a three-year period. Researchers evaluated 68 FDPs in 49 patients, observing various parameters such as anatomical form, marginal adap...

This journal article investigates methods for improving dental unit waterline (DUWL) water quality to prevent healthcare-associated infections. The authors focused on free residual chlorine concentration (FRCC) and heterotrophic plate counts (HPCs) as key indicators. They found that while flushin...

The document presents an observational cross-sectional study that investigates condylar guidance angles during two distinct mandibular movements: protrusion and mouth opening. Researchers utilized both electronic axiography (Modjaw system) and Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) to assess these ...

This journal pre-proof investigates the connection between oral health and the progression of Alzheimer's disease, from early stages of subjective cognitive decline (SCD) through mild cognitive impairment (MCI) to diagnosed Alzheimer's disease (AD). The study recruited older adults and assessed t...

This journal pre-proof from the Journal of Dentistry presents a cross-sectional study investigating the link between diabetes mellitus (DM) and various aspects of oral health, including decayed, missing, and filled teeth (DMFT), periodontal disease, and apical periodontitis. The research highligh...

This compilation of sources presents a scoping review exploring the application and relevance of intraoral scanners (IOS) in periodontal diagnosis. The review examines studies over the past decade that utilize IOS, sometimes in combination with cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT), to assess vari...

This journal pre-proof details a study evaluating the effectiveness of a miniaturized dynamic navigation system for preparing endodontic access cavities in calcified posterior teeth, comparing it to the conventional freehand method. The researchers used 3D-printed tooth replicas and CBCT scans to...

This paper details research exploring the use of machine learning models to improve the diagnosis of vertical root fractures (VRFs) in teeth that have undergone endodontic treatment. Researchers analyzed clinical data and bone loss characteristics from Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) scans o...

This Podcast presents five key lessons for successfully growing on social media in the current landscape, which is increasingly focused on content consumption rather than social interaction. The author emphasizes that understanding platform algorithms and audience matching is crucial for reach. C...

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This source presents research examining the association between optimism and longevity in two long-term studies of men and women. The study found that higher levels of optimism were linked to a longer average lifespan and an increased probability of living to age 85 or beyond, even after accounti...

This research evaluates whether at-home bleaching is equally effective for upper and lower teeth, recognizing the potential for greater salivary contamination to reduce efficacy in the lower arch. Using a prospective observational cohort study with a split-mouth design on 32 participants, the stu...

This research article examines the outcomes and factors influencing success in root canal treatments where sealer material unintentionally extends beyond the tooth's apex. The study analyzed a large dataset of endodontically treated teeth, finding that a high success rate is generally maintained ...

This pre-proof article from the Journal of Endodontics investigates the effectiveness of large language models (LLMs), specifically ChatGPT 3.5 and Gemini, in providing answers to patient inquiries about endodontic pain. Researchers gathered 62 common questions and evaluated the chatbot responses...

Based on a study of isolated villages in Honduras, researchers investigated the connection between social interactions and gut microbiome sharing among adults. They found that strain-sharing of gut microbes occurs not only within families and households but also between friends and other non-kin ...

This source presents a comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis evaluating the effectiveness of deep learning (DL) models in assisting with clinical decisions related to mandibular third molars (MM3). The research analyzes a significant number of studies and dental images, assessing DL's...

This journal pre-proof discusses the carbon footprint associated with air travel for attendees of four recent global oral health conferences. By analyzing publicly available data on speakers and presenters, the study estimates the metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (Mt CO2e) and distance tr...

This journal pre-proof from the Journal of Dentistry presents a narrative overview of commercially available cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) devices used in dentistry. Authored by Rocharles Cavalcante Fontenele, Hugo Gaêta-Araujo, and Reinhilde Jacobs, the research highlights the wide variat...

This research article investigates the prevalence and predictors of workplace sexual harassment experienced by dental hygienists from employers, supervisors, and coworkers in the United States and Canada. The study utilized a survey of 288 dental hygienists and found that approximately 40% report...

The event covers basic first aid techniques and emphasizes the importance of emergency planning. Hands-on workshops are scheduled for November 8, 2024. A patient follow-up reveals potential neurological issues, leading to discussions on emergency responses. The conversation also highlights recogn...

This 2025 study in the International Journal of Dental Hygiene explores undergraduate dental professional students' understanding of resilience. Through a focus group of students at the University of Portsmouth Dental Academy, the researchers identified how students define resilience, the factors...