Written by Simone Marconcini
Published on Vol 3, 2023
The severe tissue destruction associated with periodontitis may be caused by a deranged antioxidant state. Smoking contributes significantly to the oxidative stress of periodontal tissues in addition to periodontitis. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate and compare the levels of glutathione reductase (GR) in the saliva of smokers and non-smokers with and without periodontitis after non-surgical periodontal treatment (NSPT). Smokers with periodontitis (n = 19), smokers without periodontiti
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Written by Sharayu Kulkarni
Published on Vol 3, 2023
Periodontal health and disease are significantly influenced by sex hormones. For instance, a woman's periodontal health is impacted by puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, menopause, and the use of oral contraceptives. These events alter the periodontal microbiology by altering the vasculature and function of gingival cells, as well as the local immune system and inflammation process. Consequently, it is crucial to gauge women's knowledge about the impact of hormones on their periodontal he
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Written by Magdalena Kiedrowicz
Published on Vol 3, 2023
Diabetes mellitus micro and/or macrovascular complications are associated with persistent hyperglycemia. Diabetes and periodontitis have a reciprocal relationship, and they are both characterized by inflammation. The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between the severity of periodontal disease and the quantity of periodontal tissue damage in type 2 diabetics about the number of chronic vascular problems. 127 individuals with type 2 diabetes who experienced at least one ch
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The function and appearance of patients are negatively impacted by periodontitis and gingivitis, which also have a direct impact on their oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL). Periodontitis has been associated with several systemic problems, such as poor pregnancy outcomes, cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM), respiratory disorders, fatal pneumonia in hemodialysis patients, chronic renal disease, and metabolic syndrome. The present review study aimed to investigate the
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Written by Amrutha Shenoy
Published on Vol 3, 2023
With the advancement of CAD/CAM technology, accurate digital data is crucial for the long-term success of prosthetics. The present study aimed to find and comprehensively review the literature on the digitization process of CAD/CAM crowns using CBCT and compare it with the results obtained using standard scanners to determine fit. The PRISMA guidelines were used. “Does the scanning technique (I) provide better accuracy and marginal fit (O) in teeth that require full veneer crowns (P) compared wi
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Written by Romano Giorgia
Published on Vol 3, 2023
Forecasting alterations in both hard and soft peri-implant tissues following immediate or delayed implant placement is essential, since poor prediction can result in biological and esthetic failures that may compromise long-term implant success. The present investigation aimed to analyze and contrast hard- and soft-tissue responses in immediately and delay-placed posterior implants inserted through a flapless surgical protocol. A total of 46 participants who required implant therapy in the poste
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Written by Valeria Galofaro
Published on Vol 3, 2023
Dental biofilm is a major source of bacteria that produce toxins, peptides, lipopolysaccharides, and organic acids, contributing to gingival inflammation and tooth decay. If plaque persists, it can progressively damage surrounding soft and hard tissues. In patients undergoing fixed orthodontic treatment, appliances such as arch-wires, brackets, and elastic modules serve as significant sites for plaque accumulation, complicating oral hygiene maintenance. A major challenge for dentists is the limi
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Written by Raquel Fresquet
Published on Vol 3, 2023
This research aimed to reexamine the interrelationship between gingival thickness (GT), keratinized gingiva width (KGW), papilla height (PH), and crown ratio (CR) using two assessment approaches: transgingival probing and an intraoral scanner (IOS). A total of 360 maxillary anterior teeth from 60 individuals were analyzed in this cross-sectional study. GT was recorded via transgingival probing with an endodontic spreader, while KGW, PH, and CR were measured digitally using an IOS. Statistical an
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Written by Anoushka Chauhan
Published on Vol 3, 2023
Only a limited number of investigations have focused on how the coexistence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and periodontitis (PD) influences serum Vitamin D concentration, especially in developing nations such as India. This aspect requires more scientific attention. The goal of this study was to explore how serum Vitamin D values relate to periodontal disease in individuals affected by T2DM, and to determine whether socioeconomic and demographic factors have any bearing on Vitamin D concent
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