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Flapless submucosal instrumentation treatment of peri-implantitis: Contemporary evidence and clinical protocol
(Periodontology 2000, 2026)Background/Aim: Peri-implantitis is a plaque-associated disease characterized by inflammation of the peri-implant mucosa and progressive loss of supporting bone, representing a growing clinical and ... -
A hybrid digital-analog workflow for single-session fabrication of bar-retained overdentures from an interim denture
(Digital Dentistry Journal, 2026)Objectives: To introduce a streamlined hybrid digital–analog workflow that allows the conversion of a validated interim denture into a definitive bar-retained overdenture in a single clinical ... -
Curated retrieval-augmented generation for dental traumatology
(Journal of Dentistry, 2026-12)Objectives: To validate DT-RAG, a curated retrieval-augmented generation system for dental traumatology decision support, against eight commercial large language models. Methods: A knowledge base of ... -
Curated retrieval-augmented generation for dental traumatology
(Journal of Dentistry, 2026)Objectives: To validate DT-RAG, a curated retrieval-augmented generation system for dental traumatology decision support, against eight commercial large language models. Methods: A knowledge base of 250 ... -
Knowledge and clinical management of arterial hypertension in dental practice: A comparative binational cross-sectional survey
(European Journal of Dental Education, 2026-07-25)Introduction: Undiagnosed or uncontrolled arterial hypertension is frequent among adults who attend dental clinics. Since some of these patients have limited contact with primary care, the dental visit ... -
Age-specific three-dimensional mandibular norms as an adjunctive tool for detecting mandibular growth disturbances: A CBCT study
(The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery, 2026-07-17)Normative 3-dimensional mandibular reference values derived from well-defined, symmetrical populations without radiographic temporomandibular joint (TMJ) alterations are limited, yet they are essential ... -
International variability in the diagnosis and management of ankyloglossia among dental professionals: A cross-sectional study
(Dentistry Journal, 2026-07-14)Background/Objectives: Ankyloglossia diagnosis and management remain widely debated in dentistry, with variability reported in clinical decision-making and treatment approaches. Limited international ... -
Masticatory muscle function in growing patients with unilateral posterior crossbite: A case–control study combining surface electromyography and myotonometry
(Dentistry Journal, 2026-07-10)Background: Unilateral posterior crossbite (UPXB) is a common malocclusion in growing patients, often associated with functional mandibular deviation and asymmetric masticatory function. However, its ... -
Antibacterial coatings for dental implants: A systematic review
(Dental Materials, 2025)Objectives Despite the high survival rates of dental implants, peri-implantitis is a prevalent complication. Peri-implantitis is related to biofilm that adheres to the surface of implants and causes ... -
Comparison of the Marginal Fit of Cobalt-Chromium Metal-Ceramic Crowns Fabricated by CAD/CAM Techniques and Conventional Methods at Three Production Stages
(The International Journal of Prosthodontics, 2017)Purpose: The aim of this study was to compare the marginal fit of cobalt-chromium crowns fabricated using conventional casts and computer-aided design/computer-assisted manufacturing (CAD/CAM) techniques ... -
Protocol for the clinical assessment of passive fit for multiple implant-supported prostheses: A dental technique Author links open overlay panel
(The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, 2021)With monolithic materials and the new technologies for framework production, assessment of passive fit before fabrication of the definitive prosthesis or its framework is essential to avoid prosthesis ... -
A straightforward protocol for designing an interim hollow shell with open-source software
(Journal of Dentistry, 2021)Background: An interim hollow shell (IHS) is a temporary prosthesis that adapts like a cap over a prepared tooth abutment. Using a conventional protocol to fabricate IHS from casts of the initial situation ... -
A method for determining the position of the abutment screw of any cement-retained implant-supported prosthesis
(Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, 2021)Removing cement-retained implant-supported prostheses may be challenging for clinicians. A method combining a cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) and a digital scan with a virtual surgical planning ... -
Digital implant impressions by cone-beam computerized tomography: a pilot study
(Clinical Oral Implants Research, 2015)Objectives To evaluate the adjustment of structures designed from a digital impression of implants obtained by cone-beam computerized tomography (CBCT). Materials and methods Thirty implants were ... -
Three-dimensional evaluation of postoperative stability: a comparative study between surgery-first and surgery-late protocols
(International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 2023)The main objective of this study was to compare the stability of the surgery-first and surgery-late approaches according to the standardized centre protocols, by three-dimensional evaluation after 1 ... -
Does Aesthetic Osseous Genioplasty Impact Upper Airway Volume?
(Aesthetic Surgery Journal, 2024)Background: Although maxillomandibular advancement is the treatment of choice for obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) in the presence of underlying maxillomandibular complex hypoplasia, there is ... -
Transmucosal pterygomaxillary disjunction using a piezoelectric device, in the context of the minimally invasive Le Fort I osteotomy protocol
(International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 2023)The aim of this study was to assess the accuracy and clinical implications of pterygomaxillary junction (PMJ) disjunction with a transmucosal PMJ osteotomy using a piezoelectric hand-piece device, in ... -
Variation between natural head orientation and Frankfort horizontal planes in orthognathic surgery patients: 187 consecutive cases
(International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 2021)The purpose of this study was to assess the relationship between the Frankfort horizontal (FH) and natural head orientation (NHO), their correlation between patients’ malocclusion, and the impact of ... -
Effect of root canal filling techniques and materials on endodontic treatment outcomes: a systematic review and meta-analysis
(Scientific Reports, 2026-03-23)Root canal filling is a critical determinant of endodontic treatment success, yet limited evidence exists regarding the superiority of specific techniques or materials over others. This systematic review ... -
Postoperative complications at the palatal donor site following autologous soft tissue grafting: a systematic review
(BMC Oral Health, 2026-07-27)This systematic review analyzes postoperative complications at the palatal donor site following the harvesting of autologous soft tissue grafts in periodontal surgery. Although these grafts remain the ...