Written by Srinivas Ravoori
Published On Vol 4, 2024
Depression is a significant public health concern that is particularly detrimental to physical health when it coexists with a long-term medical condition. It has a negative impact on an individual’s quality of life and can cause problems with healing and recovery. Therefore, the goal of the current study was to assess depression and stress in patients with oral cancer and identify possible factors associated with it. A perceived stress questionnaire (PSS-10) developed by Cohen et al. and a stand
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Written by Francesco Saverio Ludovichetti
Published On Vol 4, 2024
Early enamel caries lesions usually appear as white, opaque spots with a softer texture than the surrounding healthy enamel and become more prominent when dry. This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of Cervitec® Plus and Fluor Protector® varnishes in minimizing the occurrence of white spot lesions in orthodontic patients. A prospective controlled trial was conducted, including 30 participants in a split-mouth study design. Cervitec® Plus varnish was used in the first quadrant, while Fl
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Technological advances in dentistry have led to a significant shift from traditional diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to digital techniques, including digital diagnosis, treatment planning, and prosthesis manufacturing. This transition has heightened the need to evaluate the performance and precision of digital tools and software to achieve more accurate outcomes. Intraoral scanners (IOS) and laboratory model scanners are essential in CAD CAM fabrication, as they are the only means to digit
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Written by Hussain AlShammasi
Published On Vol 4, 2024
The restrictions imposed over the past three years due to COVID-19 have significantly impacted access to dental care, particularly for procedures based on patient needs. One of the main challenges was the postponement of elective surgeries, which led to an increase in the number of pediatric dental cases requiring general anesthesia (GA). In specific situations, SDF has proven to be a highly effective approach to managing dental caries in children and has received approval from the American Acad
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Written by Payvand Menhadji
Published On Vol 4, 2024
Teledentistry (TD) plays a crucial role in consultations, treatment planning, diagnoses, coordination, and maintaining continuity of care, offering valuable decision support and simplifying the process of sharing patient information. It also opens new opportunities for dental students and professionals, enhancing traditional educational methods through video teleconferencing technology. The present study aimed to investigate the impact of TD on patient satisfaction and treatment outcomes in Saud
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