The aim of this study was to compare the outcomes of pulpotomy treatment using calcium-enriched mixture (CEM) cement and mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) in carious-exposed vital immature permanent first molars. Participants (n=51, 1 tooth per patient) with immature molars with clinical carious exposure with symptomatic/asymptomatic pulpitis were randomised to undergo pulpotomy using either CEM (n=26) [read the full story…]
The aim of this review was to assess the scientific evidence on the efficacy of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) in the treatment of temporomandibular disorders (TMD). The authors searched the PubMed, Science Direct, Cochrane Clinical Trials Register, and PEDro databases. Papers were screened, extracted, and quality assessed independently by two reviewers. A meta-analysis- was performed [read the full story…]
The main aim of this systematic review was to quantitatively estimate the survival and success rates of immediate implants and the implant-supported prosthesis, the prevalence of biological, technical and aesthetic complications, and the magnitude of soft and hard tissue changes following implant placement in fresh extraction sockets. The MEDLINE (PubMed) and the Cochrane library databases [read the full story…]
The American Dental Association Center for Evidence-Based Dentistry has just completed a critical review of a paper by Migliorati et al published in 2012 which aimed to examine the prevalence of bisphosphonate osteonecrosis (BON) in the cancer population, prevention and treatment protocols, and quality of life issues. This is a growing area of interest but, [read the full story…]
The traditional approach to placing dental implants was to submerge them and keep them load-free for 3–8 months to minimize the risk of implant failures. During the healing phase temporary prosthesis are often used and patients can find these uncomfortable. Consequently shorter healing periods without jeopardizing implant success would be beneficial. Nowadays immediate and early [read the full story…]
The use of mouthguards are important for the prevention of dental and maxillofacial injuries when participating in contact support. Mouthguards buffer the impacts or blows that might otherwise cause moderate to severe dental and maxillofacial injuries. Mouthguards were recommended by the American Dental Association in 1950. However, while they have been shown to reduce injury [read the full story…]
As teeth are lost masticatory efficiency declines and this may have a negative impact on diet which may be of particular relevance in older people. The aim of this trial was to assess the effects of mandibular implant overdentures (IODs) on the nutritional status of an edentate elderly population. Participants were randomized to receive either [read the full story…]
Recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS) is a common and painful oral disease. It is characterised by recurring mucosal ulceration in an otherwise healthy individual. Its prevalence is commonly estimated to be between 5% and 25% with a peak age of onset between 10 and 19 years although they may continue throughout the patient’s life span. An [read the full story…]
This study by Kim et al from March 2011 has had a summary prepared by the Centre for Reviews and Dissemination (CRD) at the University of York. The CRD summary of the paper states:- This study examined the cost-effectiveness of strategies for the management of a tooth after failed root canal treatment, including non-surgical or [read the full story…]
One of important differences about Cochrane reviews is their commitment of their authors to regularly review and update the content of their reviews. This is an update of a Cochrane review published in 2006. The aim of the review being to establish whether orthodontic treatment, carried out without the removal of permanent teeth, in children [read the full story…]
