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Journal of Dentistry Jun 2024This article examines the past, present and future of primary care dentistry. It provides a historical background of primary care dentistry and describes stages of its... (Review)
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This article examines the past, present and future of primary care dentistry. It provides a historical background of primary care dentistry and describes stages of its evolution. It further reviews the purpose and mission of contemporary primary care dentistry and outlines a vision for the development of primary care dentistry in the future. The type and extent of innovations and technological advances that have impacted - and improved - primary care dentistry revolutionising clinical activities, ranging from early computerised tomography to modern digital systems and workflows are summarised. A discussion of current scientific evidence base pertinent to primary care dentistry highlighting the need for 'effectiveness' rather than 'efficacy' studies is included in order to provide research data pertinent to the primary care dentistry setting where most dental patients receive most of their care most of the time.
Topics: Humans; Primary Health Care; History, 21st Century; Forecasting; Dentistry; History, 20th Century; Dental Care
PubMed: 38677403
DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2024.105007 -
JPMA. the Journal of the Pakistan... Feb 2022Artificial intelligence is the ability of machines to work like humans. The concept initially began with the advent of mathematical models which gave calculated outputs... (Review)
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Artificial intelligence is the ability of machines to work like humans. The concept initially began with the advent of mathematical models which gave calculated outputs based on inputs fed into the system. This was later modified with the introduction of various algorithms which can either give output based on overall data analysis or by selection of information within previous data. It is steadily becoming a favoured mode of treatment due to its efficiency and ability to manage complex conditions in all specialities. In dentistry, artificial intelligence has also popularised over the past few decades. They have been found useful for diagnosis in restorative dentistry, oral pathology and oral surgery. In orthodontics, they have been utilised for diagnosis, assessment of treatment needs, cephalometrics, treatment planning and orthognathic surgeries etc. The current literature review was planned to highlight the uses of artificial intelligence in dentistry, specifically in orthodontics and orthognathic surgery.
Topics: Artificial Intelligence; Cephalometry; Dental Care; Humans; Orthodontics; Orthognathic Surgery
PubMed: 35202378
DOI: 10.47391/JPMA.AKU-18 -
The Kaohsiung Journal of Medical... Apr 2018In the last 5 decades, the developments of osseointegrated titanium implants (since 1965) have led to the success of contemporary dentistry. Endosseous implant-supported... (Review)
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In the last 5 decades, the developments of osseointegrated titanium implants (since 1965) have led to the success of contemporary dentistry. Endosseous implant-supported restorations delivered in accordance with the traditional Branemark protocol have proven to be highly predictable. Today, implants are becoming increasingly common in dental care and provide more therapeutic options, but treatment planning and the sequencing of therapy are critical in implant-assisted and implant-supported cases. Implant prostheses give patients and dentists more options in treatment planning, but also present challenging decisions regarding implant surgery. In essence, the emerging thought is that teeth are expendable, as we now have implants to solve these problems. The fact that peri-implantitis is no simple problem to treat does not seem to affect many who hold that thought. In this article, the authors explain how to properly apply the periodontal prosthesis philosophy, concepts, principles, and techniques in contemporary dentistry. (This article is an update from the article was published in 2005) [1].
Topics: Dental Implantation, Endosseous; Dental Implants; Dental Prosthesis Design; Dentistry; Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; Humans; Patient Care Planning; Peri-Implantitis; Periodontal Prosthesis; Periodontium; Titanium; Tooth Loss
PubMed: 29655407
DOI: 10.1016/j.kjms.2018.01.008 -
Journal of Oral Science Oct 2022The purpose of this review is to search for complications of dental implant superstructures and consider the issues involved. This narrative review was performed by... (Review)
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The purpose of this review is to search for complications of dental implant superstructures and consider the issues involved. This narrative review was performed by searching through PubMed databases and review articles that were published after 1990. Misfitting of the superstructure can result in loosening of screws, reduced preload, and in some cases, significant stress around the implant. External connection modalities and single implant prostheses have been reported to have more loose or broken abutment screws. In addition, when zirconia abutment was used for platform shifting, the rate of fracture of the abutment was considered to be high. Additionally, it was reported that men were significantly at an increased risk of abutment fracture. As for the retention mechanism of implant overdenture, stud attachment (Locator type) should receive more attention to wear and damage of retention parts than other attachments. The causes of the complications of implant superstructures have not been clarified in some cases, and further verification is required. Verification of complications is considered important to obtain a long-term prognosis for superstructures of implants. It will be necessary to further verify complications of implants in the future.
Topics: Dental Abutments; Dental Implants; Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported; Dental Stress Analysis; Denture, Overlay; Humans; Male
PubMed: 35989295
DOI: 10.2334/josnusd.21-0534 -
International Journal of Oral Science Sep 2023The dental operative microscope has been widely employed in the field of dentistry, particularly in endodontics and operative dentistry, resulting in significant... (Review)
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The dental operative microscope has been widely employed in the field of dentistry, particularly in endodontics and operative dentistry, resulting in significant advancements in the effectiveness of root canal therapy, endodontic surgery, and dental restoration. However, the improper use of this microscope continues to be common in clinical settings, primarily due to operators' insufficient understanding and proficiency in both the features and established operating procedures of this equipment. In October 2019, Professor Jingping Liang, Vice Chairman of the Society of Cariology and Endodontology, Chinese Stomatological Association, organized a consensus meeting with Chinese experts in endodontics and operative dentistry. The objective of this meeting was to establish a standard operation procedure for the dental operative microscope. Subsequently, a consensus was reached and officially issued. Over the span of about four years, the content of this consensus has been further developed and improved through practical experience.
Topics: Humans; Dentistry, Operative; Consensus; Endodontics; Root Canal Therapy; Dental Care
PubMed: 37723147
DOI: 10.1038/s41368-023-00247-y -
The Journal of Clinical Pediatric... Mar 2024
Topics: Child; Humans; Pediatric Dentistry; Research; Evidence-Based Dentistry
PubMed: 38548627
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2024.028 -
European Journal of Paediatric Dentistry Dec 2022The aim of this paper is to illustrate the concept of DOP Dentistry (Digital Ortho Paediatric Dentistry) in daily practice.
AIM
The aim of this paper is to illustrate the concept of DOP Dentistry (Digital Ortho Paediatric Dentistry) in daily practice.
CASE REPORT
DOP Dentistry is a new concept introduced by the authors to express the perfect integration between two disciplines that for a long time have been separated: paediatric dentistry and paediatric orthodontics. In modern dentistry it is increasingly important for the paediatric dentist to have skills and abilities that embrace both of these disciplines. To these we have to add a third element, represented by new digital technologies, as well as new bioactive ionic resin composites and biocompatible technopolymers to perform fully digital, integrated paediatric orthodontic treatments.
CONCLUSION
Based on the DOP Dentistry concept, that definitely changes the paradigm of taking care of children, new and fascinating scenarios open up, that will lead us to a more integrated management of our little patients, their needs and those of their family with a new, more ergonomic, efficient and tailor-made approach.
Topics: Humans; Child; Pediatric Dentistry; Orthodontics; Dental Care; Dentists
PubMed: 36511910
DOI: 10.23804/ejpd.2022.23.04.08 -
BioMed Research International 2019
Topics: Biocompatible Materials; Esthetics, Dental; Humans; Periodontics; Regenerative Medicine; Surgery, Oral
PubMed: 31915677
DOI: 10.1155/2019/1363581 -
BMC Oral Health Dec 2022The aim of the current study was to investigate current dental practice in operative dentistry in Jordan, and the relationship between evidence-based dentistry in caries...
BACKGROUND
The aim of the current study was to investigate current dental practice in operative dentistry in Jordan, and the relationship between evidence-based dentistry in caries research and decision making in clinical practice in operative dentistry.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
This cross-sectional study was conducted through a survey of dentists in Jordan. The survey aimed to explore the degree of knowledge and practice of evidence-based dentistry in caries research the dentists possess regarding clinical decision making in operative dentistry. The sample size was composed of (5811) dentists whom registered in Jordan Dental Association database. Descriptive statistics were generated and Chi-square test was used to examine associations between the different variables and the significance level was set at P < 0.05.
RESULTS
4000 responses were collected from the web-survey, response rate (68.83%). Nearly half of the surveyed dentists focus on the chief complaint of their patients (n = 2032, 50.8%) rather than doing full mouth assessment. Nearly two-thirds of dentists (n = 2608, 65.2%) treat lesions confined to enamel with operative treatment. Half of dentists use operative treatment when asked about the routine management of radiographically detected proximal caries confined to enamel. When treating incipient lesions, the majority (n = 3220, 80.5%) use preventive treatment. Three-quarters of dentists (n = 2992, 74.8%) treat deep dentinal caries by removing just the soft infected carious dentin, and treated old failed restorations with replacement.
CONCLUSION
In operative dentistry, the evidence-based research is not implemented clinically. To optimize relationship between evidence-based dentistry and clinical decision-making, dental curriculum has to be updated and modified constantly.
Topics: Humans; Clinical Decision-Making; Cross-Sectional Studies; Decision Making; Dental Caries; Dental Restoration, Permanent; Dentistry, Operative; Dentists; Evidence-Based Dentistry; Jordan; Practice Patterns, Dentists'; Surveys and Questionnaires; Esthetics, Dental
PubMed: 36566180
DOI: 10.1186/s12903-022-02641-0 -
Journal of the Formosan Medical... Nov 2013Since the 1950s, dentistry's ultrasonic instruments have developed rapidly. Because of better visualization, operative convenience, and precise cutting ability,... (Review)
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Since the 1950s, dentistry's ultrasonic instruments have developed rapidly. Because of better visualization, operative convenience, and precise cutting ability, ultrasonic instruments are widely and efficiently applied in the dental field. This article describes the development and improvement of ultrasonic instruments in several dental fields. Although some issues still need clarification, the results of previous studies indicate that ultrasonic instruments have a high potential to become convenient and efficient dental tools and deserve further development.
Topics: Dentistry; Equipment Design; Humans; Ultrasonic Therapy; Ultrasonics
PubMed: 23810702
DOI: 10.1016/j.jfma.2013.05.007