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Clin Implant Dent Relat Res 2018 Jun 19. Epub 2018 Jun 19.

Department of Surgical Sciences, Plastic & Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Uppsala University, Uppsala SE-751 85, Sweden.

Purpose: To study long-term function of narrow diameter implants (NDI:s) and if reduced implant-tooth distance negatively impacts adjacent teeth.

Materials And Methods: A clinical and radiological follow-up of NDI:s replacing maxillary laterals and mandibular incisors was performed. Subjects that received 3. Read More

J Adhes Dent 2018 Jun 14:1-9. Epub 2018 Jun 14.

Purpose: One-step self-etch adhesives are among the most popular adhesives to directly bond composite to tooth tissue, mainly because of their perceived ease-of-use. The aim of this randomized controlled trial was to evaluate the clinical performance of a HEMA-free 1-step self-etch adhesive (1SEa), as compared with a 3-step etch-and-rinse adhesive (3E&Ra).

Materials And Methods: 267 non-carious cervical lesions in 52 patients were restored with a microhybrid composite Gradia Direct (GC), bonded in random order either with the HEMA-free 1SEa G-Bond (GB; GC) or the considered gold-standard 3E&Ra Optibond FL (OFL; Kerr). Read More

Minerva Stomatol 2018 May 23. Epub 2018 May 23.

Dental School of Presidente Prudente, University of Western São Paulo, Presidente Prudente, SP, Brazil -

Background: Endodontic infections require the use of root canal dressings to reduce microorganisms, and studies of new intracanal medications are common. Two experimental intracanal medications that contain antibiotics and chlorhexidine have been proposed. However, given the composition of these medications, tooth discolouration with subsequent impacts on aesthetic parameters is a concern. Read More

Clujul Med 2018 25;91(2):229-233. Epub 2018 Apr 25.

Department of Aesthetic Dentistry, Devi Ahilya University, India.

Introduction: Non-vital bleaching is a non-invasive technique to treat the intrinsic discoloration of teeth of several etiologies. Hydrogen peroxide and sodium perborate are commonly used bleaching agents.

Aim: The aim of this case report is to demonstrate the non-vital bleaching technique in maxillary anterior teeth. Read More

Int Endod J 2018 May 19. Epub 2018 May 19.

The University of Queensland School of Dentistry, Brisbane, Australia.

The European Society of Endodontology and the American Association for Endodontists have released position statements and clinical considerations for regenerative endodontics. There is increasing literature on this field since the initial reports of Iwaya et al. (Dental Traumatology, 17, 2001, 185) and Banchs & Trope (Journal of Endodontics, 30, 2004, 196). Read More

Restor Dent Endod 2018 May 5;43(2):e16. Epub 2018 Mar 5.

Department of Conservative Dentistry, Section of Dentistry, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, Korea.

Objectives: Understanding the reason for an unsuccessful non-surgical endodontic treatment outcome, as well as the complex anatomy of the root canal system, is very important. This study examined the cross-sectional root canal structure of mandibular first molars confirmed to have failed non-surgical root canal treatment using digital images obtained during intentional replantation surgery, as well as the causative factors of the failed conventional endodontic treatments.

Materials And Methods: This study evaluated 115 mandibular first molars. Read More

Int J Mol Sci 2018 Apr 29;19(5). Epub 2018 Apr 29.

Cariology and Operative Dentistry, Oral Restitution Department, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Tokyo Medical and Dental University, 1-5-45, Yushima, Bunkyo-ku, 113-8549 Tokyo, Japan.

This study evaluated the effect of Glutathione (GSH) bio-molecule on the reduction of enamel and dentin discoloration after application of 38% silver diammine fluoride solution (SDF). One hundred and twenty bovine teeth specimens were used. The enamel and dentin specimens were divided into three groups: (1) SDF only (control); (2) SDF followed by application of a potassium iodide solution (KI); and (3) SDF mixed with 20% GSH. Read More

J Esthet Restor Dent 2018 Apr 20. Epub 2018 Apr 20.

Department of Prosthodontics, Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria 3010, Australia.

Objective: This systematic review aimed to evaluate the longevity of ceramic onlays and identify the factors that influence their survival.

Materials And Methods: An electronic search was conducted through PubMed (MEDLINE), Google Scholar and Cochrane Library, up to August 2017. The literature search aimed to retrieve all the clinical studies on the longevity of ceramic onlays. Read More

Clin Oral Investig 2018 Apr 13. Epub 2018 Apr 13.

Department of Dentistry, Endodontics and Dental Materials, Dental School of Bauru, University of São Paulo - USP, Bauru, SP, Brazil.

Objectives: Addition of aluminum fluoride (AlF) to MTA was tested to inhibit dental discoloration.

Materials And Methods: MTA Angelus with 0, 5, 15, and 45% AlF were tested. The set cements were characterized using scanning electron microscopy, energy-dispersive spectroscopy, and X-ray diffraction. Read More

J Prosthet Dent 2018 Apr 5. Epub 2018 Apr 5.

Associate Professor, Department of Prosthodontics, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, College of Dentistry, Memphis, Tenn.

Fabricating a ceramic restoration for a discolored anterior tooth presents a clinical challenge. The dental technician is often hampered by being unaware of the shade of the discolored tooth preparation, which influences the color of the overlying ceramic restoration. A definitive cast that replicates the shade of the prepared tooth helps the ceramist to fabricate a restoration that masks the discoloration appropriately and still achieves the desired optical properties. Read More

Oper Dent 2018 May/Jun;43(3):250-260. Epub 2018 Mar 13.

Objective: This randomized clinical trial evaluated the effect of 35% hydrogen peroxide in comparison with 37% carbamide peroxide in a nonvital bleaching technique of "walking bleaching" (four sessions of treatment) on periodontal markers: nuclear factor kappa B-ligand (RANK-L-process of root resorption marker) and interleukin 1β (IL-1β-inflammatory response marker).

Methods And Materials: Fifty volunteers presenting with discoloration of nonvital teeth and endodontic treatment in good condition participated. Fifty teeth were randomly divided into two study groups according to bleaching gel: HP = 35% hydrogen peroxide (n=25) and 37% carbamide peroxide (n=25). Read More

J Biomed Opt 2018 Mar;23(9):1-7

Yonsei University College of Dentistry, Oral Science Research Institute, Department of Preventive De, Republic of Korea.

Occlusal discoloration due to staining frequently occurs on the pits and fissures of teeth. Noncariogenic discoloration (non-CD) refers to the attachment of staining chromogens to sound surfaces, whereas cariogenic discoloration (CD) represents the discoloration of porous structures due to bacterial metabolites and mineral loss from the enamel surface. This study evaluated whether it is possible to distinguish between non-CD and CD on stained occlusal surfaces with fluorescence assessed by the quantitative light-induced fluorescence (QLF) technology. Read More

Int J Dent Hyg 2018 Mar 7. Epub 2018 Mar 7.

Department of Periodontology, Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), University of Amsterdam and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

Focus Question: What is the efficacy of a chlorhexidine (CHX) mouthwash (MW) containing sodium fluoride (NaF) compared to a CHX - MW alone on the parameters of plaque, gingivitis and discoloration?

Material And Methods: MEDLINE-PubMed, Cochrane-CENTRAL, and EMBASE were searched for papers from inception to December 2017. The inclusion criteria were (randomized) controlled clinical trials conducted in human subjects with good general health and without removable prosthesis. Papers evaluating the effect of a MW containing CHX + NaF compared to a CHX alone were included. Read More

Aust Dent J 2018 Jun 16;63(2):253-260. Epub 2018 Apr 16.

School of Dentistry, Faculty of Health Science, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.

Background: Tooth discolouration could occur due to bacterial contamination in traumatized teeth. Hydrogen peroxide is the commonly used bleaching agent. However, due to concerns over safety, alternative bleaching regimes such as sodium perborate (S) and thiourea-hydrogen peroxide (T) have been investigated. Read More

Beijing Da Xue Xue Bao Yi Xue Ban 2018 Feb;50(1):85-90

Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Arrhenius Laboratory, Stockholm University, S-106 91 Stockholm, Sweden.

Objective: Three kinds of zirconia specimens were made respectively by milling of the prisintered blocks and by three dimensional (3D) gel deposition for in vitro evaluation of their optical translucency under three different thicknesses and their color masking effect on discolored teeth. The study aims for establishing the principle for guiding the materials selection in clinical practice.

Methods: Ninety A2-colored zirconia disc specimens with diameter of 14 mm were prepared and were divided into three groups (n=30). Read More

Int Endod J 2018 Feb 26. Epub 2018 Feb 26.

Endodontics Section, Department of Stomatology, School of Dentistry, University of Sevilla, Sevilla, Spain.

Regenerative endodontic procedures (REPs) are biologically based procedures planned to replace damaged tissues, including dentinee and root structures, as well as cells of the pulp-dentine complex. Effective sterilization of the root canal is essential in REPs, and antibiotics have been widely used to disinfect root canals. The aim of this paper was to review the scientific literature on (i) Effectiveness of antibiotics used in REPs against bacteria implicated in endodontic disease; (ii) Scientific evidence supporting the use of topical antibiotics in REPs; (iii) Clinical implications of the use of antibiotics in REPs and the possible side effects; (iv) Effect of antibiotics on dental pulp stem cells; and (v) Ongoing research on the use of antibiotics in REPs. Read More

Open Dent J 2018 29;12:24-31. Epub 2018 Jan 29.

Department of Orthodontics, Hamdan Bin Mohammed College of Dental Medicine, Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Introduction: Le Fort I and sagittal split ramus osteotomies are the most commonly performed orthognathic surgery procedures on the maxilla and mandible, respectively.

Techniques: Despite progress in the techniques, these procedures may still be associated with morbidity, expressed as inflammation, inadequate bony union, periodontal damages or in extreme cases even total bone loss.

Discussion: Through a comprehensive review of the literature, the influences of maxillary and mandibular surgery on Pulpal Blood Flow (PBF), pulp sensitivity and pulp vitality are examined. Read More

Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent 2018 Mar/Apr;38(2):173-179

The aim of this study was to compare customized zirconia and titanium abutments with respect to survival rates and technical, biologic, and esthetic outcomes. A total of 28 patients with single implants were randomly assigned to 12 customized zirconia (test, AC) and 16 customized titanium (control, MC) abutments. Technical, biologic, and esthetic outcomes were assessed after a mean follow-up time of 18 months. Read More

J Conserv Dent 2017 Nov-Dec;20(6):419-423

Department of Conservative and Endodontics, St. Joseph Dental College, Eluru, Andhra Pradesh, India.

Aim: The aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of ultrasonic activation of photosensitizer (PS) drug Foscan in the elimination of endodontic pathogen from root canal system.

Materials And Methods: The minimal bactericidal concentration of "Foscan" was determined using disc diffusion and broth dilution method. Forty-eight extracted single-rooted premolars with periapical pathology were used for the study. Read More

J Conserv Dent 2017 Nov-Dec;20(6):392-397

Department of Dental Materials and Prosthesis, Ribeirão Preto School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil.

Objectives: The objective of the study is to incorporate the nanostructured silver vanadate (AgVO) decorated with silver nanoparticles at endodontic sealers AH Plus, Sealapex, Sealer 26, and Endofill, at concentrations of 2.5%, 5%, and 10%, and to evaluate physical-chemical properties.

Materials And Methods: The study was to evaluate the radiopacity using digital radiography ( = 5), the tooth color change in 48 incisors ( = 3) for 7, 30, 90, and 180 days in a spectrophotometer, and the topographic distribution in a confocal laser ( = 5). Read More

J Clin Exp Dent 2017 Dec 1;9(12):e1397-e1401. Epub 2017 Dec 1.

Associate Professor of Biostatistics, Department of Statistics and Epidemiology, Faculty of Health, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.

Background: The aim of this study was to evaluate the discoloration induced by CEM cement, Portland cement (PC) and MTA mixed with propylene glycol (MTA-PG) in comparison to White MTA.

Material And Methods: Ninety extracted premolar and canine teeth were resected 2 mm below the CEJ. The coronal part of crown was prepared with peeso reamer and Gates-Glidden drills, and the specimens were randomly divided into 4 experimental (n=20) and one control (n=10) groups. Read More

Oral Health Prev Dent 2018;16(1):67-70

Purpose: This study evaluated the colour changes of demineralized enamel after treatment with coloured fluoride gel.

Materials And Methods: Enamel blocks obtained from bovine incisors were submitted to artificial caries induction by pH cycling followed by fluoride gel applications (2% sodium fluoride, pH 6.8) using a colourless gel (control group), pink or blue gels. Read More

J Endod 2018 Mar 21;44(3):341-348. Epub 2017 Dec 21.

Faculty of Dentistry, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand. Electronic address:

Introduction: This study aimed to compare the success rates of direct pulp capping (DPC) by using either ProRoot Mineral Trioxide Aggregate (MTA) or Biodentine in the cariously exposed permanent teeth of 6- to 18-year-old patients. Gray discoloration was also evaluated.

Methods: Fifty-nine cariously exposed permanent teeth, including teeth with diagnosis of normal pulp, reversible pulpitis, or irreversible pulpitis, early periapical involvement, and exposure size of up to 2. Read More

J Conserv Dent 2017 Jul-Aug;20(4):237-240

Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, KMCT Dental College, Kozhikode, Kerala, India.

Aims: The aim of this study was to evaluate the specific chromatic alterations in tooth crowns induced by two different endodontic restorative materials.

Settings And Design: This study was conducted at the Department of Conservative Dentistry, KMCT Dental College, Kozhikode, Kerala.

Subjects And Methods: Forty-five freshly extracted, fully developed, single-rooted teeth were prepared and randomly assigned to two experimental groups ( = 15 each) and one negative control group ( = 15). Read More

Dent Today 2017 May;36(5):77-9

Dent Today 2017 Jun;36(6):74, 76-7

Iran Endod J 2017 ;12(4):407-413

Department of Operative Dentistry, Dental School, Tabriz Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tabriz, Iran.

An ideal endodontic sealer should have many properties such as excellent seal after setting, dimensional stability, slow setting time to ensure sufficient working time, insolubility to tissue fluids, adequate adhesion with canal walls and biocompatibility. Genotoxicity is one of the important factors that influence biocompatibility of an endodontic sealer. This literature review was conducted to survey the genotoxicity, bioactivity and clinical perspectives of calcium silicate based sealers. Read More

Ethiop J Health Sci 2017 Sep;27(5):565-569

Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Ordu University, Ordu, Turkey.

Background: Crown fracture is the most common type of fracture and frequently affects the anterior teeth. Crown fractures have been treated in several ways depending on the location and kind of fracture. This case emphasizes reattachment of fractured fragments using fiber-reinforced post. Read More

Niger J Clin Pract 2017 Oct;20(10):1226-1232

Department of Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Akdeniz University, Antalya 07058, Turkey.

Background And Purpose: Discoloration of resin-based composites is a commonly encountered problem, and bleaching agents may be used for the therapy of the existing discoloration. The purpose of this study was to investigate in vitro color recovery effect of different bleaching systems on the heavily discolored composite resin.

Materials And Methods: Fifty disk-shaped dental composite specimens were prepared using A2 shade nanohybrid universal composite resin (3M ESPE Filtek Z550, St. Read More

Am J Dent 2017 Jun;30(3):147-150

Department of Oral Mucosal Diseases, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, PR China.

Purpose: To assess the efficacy and safety of application of a toothpaste containing lysozyme to remove extrinsic stains on the tooth surface in an 8-week trial.

Methods: 70 adult participants with extrinsic staining of the tooth surface were recruited to this randomized, parallel-controlled, double-blind clinical trial. Participants were allocated randomly to the test group or the control group and the study procedure and correct usage of the toothpaste were explained to them. Read More

J Prosthet Dent 2017 Nov 15. Epub 2017 Nov 15.

Research Associate, Institute of Dentistry and Oral Sciences, Palacky University, Olomouc, Czech Republic. Electronic address:

Statement Of Problem: The vertical marginal discrepancy of restorations can increase upon cementation, and poor marginal fit can lead to cement dissolution, marginal discoloration, microleakage, and secondary caries. The amount of increase is related to the type of luting cement used, but how lithium disilicate pressed crowns are affected by different resin cements is unclear.

Purpose: The purpose of this in vitro study was to compare the effect of using different resin luting cements on the vertical marginal discrepancy of lithium disilicate pressed crowns. Read More

Oper Dent 2017 Nov/Dec;42(6):596-605

Objective: This trial evaluates the impact of psychosocial and esthetic self-perceptions of patients undergoing nonvital tooth bleaching using the walking bleach technique. We also assessed the clinical effectiveness of bleaching tooth discoloration.

Methods: Fifty volunteers with nonvital tooth discoloration were enrolled. Read More

Acta Clin Croat 2017 03;56(1):28-35

Žaja Private Dental Practice, Zagreb, Croatia

The aim of the study was to show whether there is any influence of food, drink or drug intake on the formation of tooth discoloration. A total of 500 patients aged 15-25 years were examined to take part in the study. Of these, 60 patients were selected and divided into two groups of 30 patients each. Read More

J Antimicrob Chemother 2017 Oct;72(10):2887-2890

Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland.

Background: The use of doxycycline has been avoided before 8 years of age due to known dental staining caused by tetracyclines, although doxycycline differs from classical tetracyclines in many ways. Doxycycline is still an important antimicrobial agent, but its dental safety is not well studied.

Objectives: To examine the state of permanent teeth after doxycycline exposure in children <8 years of age. Read More

Clin Oral Investig 2018 May 31;22(4):1725-1731. Epub 2017 Oct 31.

School of Dentistry, Institute of Clinical Sciences, College of Medical and Dental Sciences, The University of Birmingham, 5 Mill Pool Way, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B5 7EG, UK.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to assess the effect of sealing the pulp chamber walls with a dentin-bonding agent (DBA) on prevention of discoloration induced by regenerative endodontic procedures (REPs) in an ex vivo model.

Materials And Methods: Ninety-six bovine incisors were prepared and randomly divided into two groups. In one group, the pulp chamber walls were sealed with DBA before placement of triple antibiotic paste (TAP) containing minocycline inside the root canals, but in the other group, DBA was not applied. Read More

J Endod 2018 Jan 24;44(1):93-97. Epub 2017 Oct 24.

Melbourne Dental School, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Electronic address:

Introduction: This report presents the retrieval of remnants from a discolored mandibular right second premolar (tooth #29) of a 17-year-old female after a successful regenerative endodontic procedure (REP).

Methods: The REP was performed in October 2011. Coronal discoloration became of great concern to the patient at a review visit in 2016. Read More

J Am Dent Assoc 2017 Nov;148(11S):S20-S26

Background: Tooth discoloration may be caused by intrinsic or extrinsic stains or a combination of both. There are 2 major approaches to removing the stains, including the chemical mechanism using peroxides for tooth bleaching and the mechanical mechanism using abrasives in prophylactic pastes and dentifrices to remove stains, resulting in a whitening effect. Attempts have also been made to add a low concentration of peroxides to dentifrices to enhance their abrasive cleaning to remove tooth stains. Read More

Ned Tijdschr Tandheelkd 2017 Oct;124(10):485-491

Intrinsic tooth discoloration may occur as an adverse effect of fluoride and tetracyclines. Extrinsic tooth discoloration may occur as superficial staining or as discoloration of the superficial pellicle and/or biofilm due to chlorhexidine, liquid iron salts, essential oils, some antibiotics and stannous fluoride. Inhibition of orthodontic tooth movement has been reported due to the use of prostaglandin synthetase inhibitors. Read More

Microsc Res Tech 2018 Jan 7;81(1):33-37. Epub 2017 Oct 7.

Faculty of Medicine, Department of Dentistry, University of Novi Sad, Novi Sad, Serbia.

The aim of this study was to analyse the interfacial micromorphology of total-etch adhesives and dentin structures different locations by using SEM. Standardized cylindrical cavities (3mm in diameter, 2mm deep) with all margins in dentin were prepared on occlusal and buccal surfaces of twenty extracted human third molars. A total-etch dentin adhesive system and a light-cure flowable composite (Filtek Ultimate Flowable, 3M ESPE, St. Read More

J Clin Pediatr Dent 2017;41(6):467-471. Epub 2017 Sep 22.

Objective: The aim of this study was to standardize the nomenclature of pulp alteration to pulp calcification (PC) and to classify it according to type, quantity and location, as well as relate it to clinical and radiographic features.

Study Design: The dental records of 946 patients from the Research and Clinical Center for Dental Trauma in Primary Teeth were studied. Two hundred and fifty PC-traumatized upper deciduous incisors were detected. Read More

J Prosthet Dent 2018 May 18;119(5):743-748.e1. Epub 2017 Sep 18.

Associate Professor, Department of Restorative Dentistry, Schulich Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, Ont, Canada. Electronic address:

Statement Of Problem: Indirect restorations with partial or complete occlusal surface coverage have been recommended to restore teeth with weakened walls in order to prevent cusp fracture. The success of these restorations when performed by dental students is unknown.

Purpose: The purpose of this retrospective study was to evaluate the clinical performance of adhesively bonded ceramic onlay restorations placed by third- and fourth-year dental students. Read More

J Clin Pediatr Dent 2017;41(5):332-335

Objective-Evaluate esthetic and functional efficacy of infiltrant resin (Icon, DMG, Hamburg, Germany) in Amelogenesis Imperfecta's treatment.

Study Design: Two adolescent patients, G.S. Read More

J Endod 2017 Oct 30;43(10):1593-1601. Epub 2017 Aug 30.

Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Pomeranian Medical University in Szczecin, Szczecin, Poland.

Introduction: On the basis of many clinical observations, some calcium silicate-based cements have a high potential for staining tooth tissue. This feature greatly limits the use of those cements, particularly for anterior teeth. This review aimed to provide a systematic evaluation of published in vitro studies to determine the effect of different calcium silicate-based cements on dental tissue discoloration. Read More

Gen Dent 2017 Sep-Oct;65(5):e5-e10

Composite resin properties can be affected by contact with gel during bleaching procedures; however, there is no consensus about the effect of this contact on resin susceptibility to color change. This study aimed to evaluate staining susceptibility and surface roughness changes in 2 composite resins (Filtek Z250 XT and Filtek Z350 XT) after application of bleaching peroxides and storage in different media. Forty-two disc-shaped specimens of each composite were made, polished, and divided into 3 groups according to treatment type (35% hydrogen peroxide, 16% carbamide peroxide, or deionized water as a control group). Read More

Lakartidningen 2017 Aug 23;114. Epub 2017 Aug 23.

Drotting Silvias Barn- och Ungdomssjukhus - Barnmedicin Göteborg, Sweden -.

Doxycycline can be given to children without risk of staining of teeth In Sweden, several hundred children are treated for Lyme neuroborreliosis annually, the majority of which are treated with intravenous ceftriaxone. Older tetracycline class antibiotics can cause permanent staining of the teeth. For doxycycline this has never been shown. Read More

J Clin Exp Dent 2017 Jul 1;9(7):e842-e847. Epub 2017 Jul 1.

PhD, Color Imaging and Color Image Processing Department, Institute for Color Science and Technology (ICST), Tehran, Iran.

Background: Optimal antibacterial efficacy of intracanal medicaments containing silver nanoparticles (Ag-NPs) has been well documented. However, concerns remain regarding the effect of Ag-NPs on tooth color. This study aimed to assess the effects of calcium hydroxide (CH) mixed with Ag-NPs as intracanal medicaments on tooth color. Read More

J Am Dent Assoc 2017 10 8;148(10):e144. Epub 2017 Aug 8.

J Indian Soc Pedod Prev Dent 2017 Jul-Sep;35(3):260-268

Department of Paedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Faculty of Dental Sciences, SGT University, Gurgaon, Haryana, India.

Context: Dental fluorosis is caused by successive exposure to high concentrations of fluoride during tooth development leading to enamel with lower mineral content and increased porosity.

Aims: The aim of the study was to evaluate and compare the effectiveness of minimally invasive techniques for the removal of dental fluorosis stains in children in vivo.

Design: Ninety children in the age group of 10-17 years were selected. Read More

BMC Public Health 2017 07 26;18(1):60. Epub 2017 Jul 26.

Department of Community Dentistry, Piracicaba Dental School, University of Campinas, Brazil, Avenida Limeira 901, P.O. Box 52, Piracicaba, SP, 13414-018, Brazil.

Background: To investigate the association between critical and communicative oral health literacy (OHL) and oral health outcomes (status, oral health-related quality of life and practices) in adults.

Methods: This cross-sectional study examined a household probability sample of 248 adults, representing 149,635 residents (20-64 years old) in Piracicaba-SP, Brazil. Clinical oral health and socioeconomic and demographic data, as well as data on oral health-related quality of life (OHIP-14) and health practices were collected. Read More

Case Rep Dent 2017 27;2017:2106245. Epub 2017 Jun 27.

Department of Prosthetic Dentistry, Federal Fluminense University, Health Institute of Nova Friburgo, School of Dentistry, Rua Doutor Silvio Henrique Braune 22, 28625-650 Nova Friburgo, RJ, Brazil.

This report describes the 10-year follow-up data of a patient who underwent fragment reattachment to the maxillary central incisor after coronal fracture with pulp exposure as well as the procedures followed for functional and esthetic adjustments. A 9-year-old female patient presented at the clinic of dentistry at the State University of Rio de Janeiro with a coronal fracture and pulp exposure of the right maxillary central incisor that had occurred immediately after an accident. The intact tooth fragment was recovered at the accident site and stored in milk. Read More