Association between systemic exposure to antibiotics in early childhood and molar-incisor hypomineralization (MIH): A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objective: Molar Incisor Hypomineralization (MIH) is a developmental enamel defect affecting one in six children worldwide. Although antibiotics have been suggested to influence dental development, their association with MIH remains unclear. This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the association between early childhood antibiotic exposure and the risk of developing MIH.

Impact of finish line designs on the adaptation of ceramic fixed dental prostheses: a systematic review and network meta-analysis.

Background: Insufficient marginal and internal adaptation can lead to secondary caries, pulp infection, periodontal disease, and tooth loss. This network meta-analysis (NMA) assessed the impact of various finish line designs on the marginal and internal adaptation of ceramic fixed dental prostheses.

Methods: In vitro studies were conducted comparing the adaptation of full-ceramic fixed dental prostheses with various preparation designs (chamfer, shoulder, rounded shoulder, and vertical).

TWIN-MIX INJECTION REDUCES POSTOPERATIVE COMPLICATIONS AFTER LOWER THIRD MOLAR REMOVAL-A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW AND META-ANALYSIS OF RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIALS.

Background: The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to assess whether pain, swelling and trismus following surgical removal of the lower third molar could be reduced by twin-mix injection.

Materials And Methods: MEDLINE, Embase and Cochrane Trials were searched for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) until 17th November 2022. Eight RCTs were included in the systematic review, and 7 in the meta-analysis.

Intraoperative Surgical Navigation Is as Effective as Conventional Surgery for Zygomaticomaxillary Complex Fracture Reduction.

: Zygomaticomaxillary complex (ZMC) fractures are the second most common of all facial bone fractures, and conventional treatment represents a challenge even for experienced surgeons. The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to compare Intraoperative Surgical Navigation (ISN) with conventional surgery in the treatment of ZMC fractures. : We reported our systematic review and meta-analysis based on the recommendation of the PRISMA 2020 guideline.

Milling has superior mechanical properties to other fabrication methods for PMMA denture bases: A systematic review and network meta-analysis.

Objectives: This systematic review and network meta-analysis aimed to compare different PMMA (polymethyl methacrylate) complete denture base manufacturing techniques by evaluating their mechanical properties. The objective was to determine which method-compression molding, injection molding, milling, or 3D printing-offers the best performance.

Data: In vitro studies investigating mechanical properties of PMMA denture base resins.

Non-Invasive Strategies for Remineralization and Hypersensitivity Management in Molar-Incisor Hypomineralization-A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Molar-incisor hypomineralization (MIH) is an enamel defect affecting molars and incisors, often leading to hypersensitivity, enamel breakdown, and increased caries risk. Non-invasive treatments, such as casein phosphopeptide-amorphous calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP) and fluoride varnish, show potential in remineralizing affected enamel and reducing sensitivity, but their efficacy is still debated. This study systematically reviews and analyzes the effectiveness of CPP-ACP and other non-invasive agents in improving remineralization and reducing hypersensitivity in MIH-affected teeth.

Maternal factors increase risk of orofacial cleft: a meta-analysis.

Orofacial clefts are among the most prevalent birth defects, with severe medical and psychosocial consequences. Cleft lip with or without cleft palate (CL ± P) and cleft palate only (CPO) affect on average nearly 1/700 births worldwide. The cause of most non-syndromic cases is unknown.

Prediabetes and poorly controlled type-2 diabetes as risk indicators for peri-implant diseases:A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objective: The study answers the PECO question: "In adults with dental implants (P), do subjects suffering from type-2 diabetes or prediabetes (E) have worse peri-implant conditions (O) than subjects without type-2 diabetes and prediabetes (C)?". Prediabetes (5.7-6.

Combined Casein Phosphopeptide-Amorphous Calcium Phosphate and Fluoride Is Not Superior to Fluoride Alone in Early Carious Lesions: A Meta-Analysis.

There is a growing need for effective methods in the management of early stage carious lesions. Therefore, the aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of combined casein phosphopeptide-amorphous calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP) and fluoride on white spot lesions (WSLs) compared to fluoride-only interventions. This meta-analysis was performed according to PRISMA guidelines and registered in PROSPERO (CRD42021286245).

Advancing accuracy in guided implant placement: A comprehensive meta-analysis: Meta-Analysis evaluation of the accuracy of available implant placement Methods.

Objectives: This meta-analysis aimed to determine the accuracy of currently available computer-assisted implant surgery (CAIS) modalities under in vitro conditions and investigate whether these novel techniques can achieve clinically acceptable accuracy.

Data: In vitro studies comparing the postoperative implant position with the preoperative plan were included. Risk of bias was assessed using the Quality Assessment Tool For In Vitro Studies (QUIN Tool) and a sensitivity analysis was conducted using funnel plots.