Comparison of Ultrasonography and Cone-beam Computed Tomography for Quantitative Assessment of Midpalatal Suture Opening after Rapid Palatal Expansion: A Pilot Study.

Background: The study was to compare the ultrasonographic (USG) and cone-beam computed tomographic (CBCT) measurements of the width of anterior midpalatal suture (MPS) opening following rapid palatal expansion (RPE).

Methods: The study included 13 patients (boys: 6; girls: 7) with a mean age of 11.85 ± 1.

Are the properties of 3D printed dental materials affected by nitrogen-rich postpolymerization? A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Statement Of Problem: The vat polymerization-based 3-dimensional (3D) printing of dental materials necessitates a postpolymerization procedure to complete the fabrication of the printed device. A nitrogen-rich postpolymerization (NRPP) environment has been claimed to prevent the formation of an oxygen-inhibited layer, potentially improving material characteristics. However, a consensus on its impact on properties relevant to dental applications is lacking.

Effect of print orientation on the dimensional accuracy and cost-effectiveness of rapid-prototyped dental models using a PolyJet photopolymerization printer: An in vitro study.

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the accuracy and cost-effectiveness of the dental models 3D printed in vertical and horizontal orientation as compared to the conventional plaster and digital models.

Methods: This study involved scanning 50 plaster models using Maestro 3D Desktop Scanner (AGE Solutions, Pisa, Italy). The STL file obtained from the scanner was processed and three-dimensionally (3D) printed in the horizontal and vertical orientation using a PolyJet 3D printer (Objet 30 prime, Stratasys Ltd.

Application of 4D printing in dentistry: A narrative review.

4D printing is an innovative digital manufacturing technology that originated by adding a fourth dimension, i.e., time, to pre-existing 3D technology or additive manufacturing (AM).

Quantitative and qualitative analysis of metallic ion release of orthodontic brackets in three different pH conditions - An invitro study.

Background: Fluoridated mouth rinses improve anti-cariogenic environment but decrease oral pH below critical value, affecting orthodontic bracket surface topography and causing corrosive changes over prolonged use. This invitro study aimed to quantitatively and qualitatively assess the surface topography and metallic ion release of the stainless steel (SS) brackets at varying acidic and alkaline pH.

Materials And Methods: Forty unused SS brackets were divided into four groups (Group A, B, C, D) and immersed for 48- hours in solutions of artificial saliva and sodium fluoride (0.

Treatment outcomes of digital nasoalveolar moulding in infants with cleft lip and palate: A systematic review with meta-analysis.

The aim of this systematic review was to compare the treatment outcomes of digital nasoalveolar moulding (dNAM) technique with conventional nasoalveolar moulding (cNAM) or non-presurgical intervention protocol in infants with unilateral (UCLP) or bilateral (BCLP) cleft lip and palate. A bibliometric search by MEDLINE (via Ovid), Embase, Cochrane Library, grey literature and manual method was conducted without language restriction until November 2023. Literature screening and data extraction were undertaken in Covidence.

Does the use of platelet-rich fibrin enhance the rate of orthodontic tooth movement? A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Introduction: This review synthesizes the available evidence pertinent to the effect of platelet-rich fibrin on the rate of orthodontic tooth movement during comprehensive orthodontic treatment.

Method: This review followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis guidelines. Nine electronic databases were searched until January 2024 without restrictions, followed by a hand search of the reference lists.

Cervical Vertebral Maturation Assessment using various Machine Learning techniques on Lateral cephalogram: A systematic literature review.

Importance: For the assessment of optimum treatment timing in dentofacial orthopedics, understanding the growth process is of paramount importance. The evaluation of skeletal maturity based on study of the morphology of the cervical vertebrae has been devised to minimize radiation exposure of a patient due to hand wrist radiography. Cervical vertebral maturation assessment (CVMA) predictions have been examined in the state-of-the-art machine learning techniques in the recent past which require more attention and validation by clinicians and practitioners.

Comparative evaluation of nasolabial appearance of unilateral cleft lip and palate patients by professional, patient and layperson using 2 aesthetic scoring systems: A cross sectional study.

Objective: To compare the perspective of healthcare providers (orthodontists), cleft patients and laypersons in judging nasolabial aesthetics in patients with complete unilateral cleft lip, with or without cleft palate (UCL ± P) using 2 scoring systems.

Design: This cross-sectional study was conducted in a tertiary care government hospital.

Patients: Photographic records of 100 patients with complete UCL ± P from the age group of 5-18 years (mean age-12.

Klippel-Fiel syndrome with rare presentation of bilateral temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis - A case report.

Background: Klippel-Fiel syndrome (KFS) is a rare congenital skeletal disorder characterized clinically by presence of a triad of short neck, limited neck mobility (due to fused cervical vertebrae) and low posterior hair line. It was first described by Maurice Klippel and Andre Feil in 1912. Various skeletal and non-skeletal anomalies may be seen in association with KFS.

Efficacy of digital nasoalveolar molding in reducing severity of cleft lip or palate malformation in infants: a systematic review protocol.

Objective: This review will compare the efficacy of nasoalveolar molding plates fabricated using a digital workflow to conventional fabrication methods or no intervention in infants with cleft lip or palate.

Introduction: Nasoalveolar molding reduces the severity of orofacial defects in infants with cleft lip or palate using a series of adaptable plates for the maxillary arch. The conventional method needs multiple patient visits at short intervals for treatment.

Ectopic Eye Tooth Management: Photobiomodulation/Low-Level Laser Emission Role in Root Resorption after Fixed Orthodontic Treatment.

Aim: This study evaluates the role of low-level laser emission/photobiomodulation (LE/P) in quantitative measurements of root resorption (QRR). The application of LE/P performed after each orthodontic activation with four types of treatment intervention (TI) on the root resorption (RR) after fixed orthodontic treatment (FOT) of the upper arch with ectopic eye tooth/teeth [EET] was investigated. Materials and Methods: Thirty-two orthodontic patients scheduled for FOT were selected and assigned to the four groups.

Nasolabial appearance in unilateral cleft lip and palate patients: A comparison of aesthetics using two scoring systems: A cross-sectional study.

Objective: The objective of the study was to assess nasolabial aesthetics in patients with complete unilateral cleft lip, with or without cleft palate (UCL ± P) using two scoring systems.

Design: A cross-sectional study conducted in a tertiary care government hospital.

Patients: Photographic records of 91 patients with complete UCL ± P from the age group of 5-18 years (mean age = 13.

3D printing for fostering better dental education.

Aim This pilot study evaluated a novel method of teaching dental caries removal to overcome the drawbacks in using plastic teeth that neither simulate carious lesions nor emulate the hard tissues of the tooth.Methods This study evaluated the students' perception of a novel method of pre-clinical teaching of caries removal on 3D-printed teeth with a simulated carious lesion. The lesion was simulated by creating an area of low density within the printed tooth.

Does periodontal disease elevate the risk of Alzheimer's disease and mild cognitive impairment?

Data sources The electronic databases Medline, the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, Embase, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, China Science and Technology Journal Database, Wanfang Data, ClinicalTrials.gov and WHO International Clinical Trials Registry Platform, from inception to September 2020, were searched to identify the eligible studies measuring the association between periodontal disease and Alzheimer's disease or mild cognitive impairment.Study selection Cohort, cross-sectional and case-control studies, without any language restrictions, were selected by two reviewers independently.

Mucoadhesive silver nanoparticle-based local drug delivery system for peri-implantitis management in COVID-19 era. Part 1: antimicrobial and safety analysis.

Background: , a major respiratory pathogen, has been isolated from peri-implant sites and is associated with dental implant failure. This in-vitro study (part 1) aimed to fabricate a novel mucoadhesive silver nanoparticle-based local drug delivery chip, evaluate its antimicrobial efficacy against , and its safety for the treatment of peri-implantitis.

Materials And Methods: Silver nanoparticles were synthesized and characterized using a transmission electron microscope (TEM).

Current Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Cleft Care: A Scoping Review.

This scoping review aims to identify the various areas and current status of the application of artificial intelligence (AI) for aiding individuals with cleft lip and/or palate. Cleft lip and/or palate contributes significantly toward the global burden on the healthcare system. Artificial intelligence is a technology that can help individuals with cleft lip and/or palate, especially those in areas with limited access to receive adequate care.

Correlation between chronological age and skeletal maturity in different malocclusions: A retrospective study.

Introduction: The timing of initiation and duration of the pubertal peak is important in dentofacial orthopaedics as the mandible expresses maximum growth during the pubertal peak. The aim of the study was to compare the mean chronological age with skeletal age in three skeletal jaw relations.

Materials And Methods: The sample consisted of 787 cephalograms divided into class I, class II, and class III skeletal relationship, in which cervical vertebrae stages were assessed.

Parental response to the feeding behavior problems in children with cleft lip and palate: A systematic review.

Objective: To assess and analyze the global status of parental responses to feeding problems in patients with cleft lip and palate (CLP) and to provide recommendations for future research.

Design: A priori protocol was formulated according to PRISMA guidelines and registered. The predefined search strategy was used in established search engines up to July 27, 2020 without any restriction of language or year of publication.