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{"title":"Intraosseous posterior superior alveolar artery distribution relative to maxillary teeth","authors":"Carsen R. McDaniel","doi":"10.1016/j.dentre.2024.100130","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.dentre.2024.100130","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>OBJECTIVES</h3><p>Discuss which factors, if any, lead to increased identification of the intraosseous branch of the posterior superior alveolar artery within the lateral wall of the sinus. Assess the distance from the CEJ of posterior teeth to the intraosseous branch of the posterior super alveolar artery.</p></div><div><h3>METHODS</h3><p>254 cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans of maxillary sinuses acquired using two scanners were analyzed for identification of the intraosseous branch (IoBr) of the posterior superior alveolar artery. The distance between the cementoenamel junction (CEJ) and IoBr was recorded at each maxillary posterior tooth position. Binomial logistic regression and multiple linear regression were used to evaluate the effects of scanner type, CBCT parameters, sex, and age on IoBr detection and CEJ-IoBr distance, respectively. P-values &lt; 0.05 were used to determine significance.</p></div><div><h3>RESULTS</h3><p>Mean CEJ-IoBr distances at second molar, first molar, second premolar, and first premolar positions were 17.0 ± 4.0 mm, 21.8 ± 4.1 mm, 19.5 ± 4.7 mm, and 19.9 ± 4.9 mm (scanner 1) and 17.3 ± 3.5, 16.9 ± 4.3, 18.5 ± 4.1, and 18.4 ± 4.3 (scanner 2). The independent variables had no statistically significant effect on IoBr detection. Tooth position (b = -0.67, P &lt; .001) and scanner type (b = -1.3, P = 0.001) were statistically significant predictors of CEJ-IoBr distance.</p></div><div><h3>CONCLUSIONS</h3><p>Estimations of CEJ-IoBr distance using CBCT appear comparable with previous cadaver, CT and CBCT based studies. CBCT scanner type may have a minor influence on this parameter. None of the independent variables had a significant effect on IoBr detection.</p></div><div><h3>IMPLICATIONS</h3><p>Through this project, we determined that increasing resolution of CBCT imaging in order to increase identification of the intraosseous branch is not indicated. Furthermore, we determined that a given CBCT imaging system and tooth position may have a significant impact of the distance from the cementoenamel junction of posterior teeth to the inferior border of the intraosseous branch of the posterior superior alveolar artery.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":100364,"journal":{"name":"Dentistry Review","volume":"4 3","pages":"Article 100130"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2772559624000531/pdfft?md5=0e1b818acab3be3b10acf0cb791a410a&pid=1-s2.0-S2772559624000531-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142169119","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Shade Outcome of 3Y, 4Y, 5Y Monolithic Zirconia on Colored Annodized Titanium","authors":"Katie Senkiw DMD, MAJ, DC","doi":"10.1016/j.dentre.2024.100133","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.dentre.2024.100133","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>OBJECTIVES</h3><p>Zirconia has become a restorative material of choice on implant supported restorations due to its ability to obscure discoloration of metal abutments. This project observed if anodization of a titanium abutment minimizes the effect on the final restoration shade and if yttria content is correlated with the stability of the resultant shade.</p></div><div><h3>METHODS</h3><p>Six titanium abutments were milled based on a specific design and annodized at variable voltages: unanodized, 11V (bronze), 31V (blue), 54V (green), 64V (yellow), and 76V (pink). Sixty A2 monolithic zirconia crowns of 3Y, 4Y, and 5Y (Dentsply Sirona Cercon HT, IPS ZirCad MT, and Dentsply Sirona Cercon XT) were designed with 1mm measured uniform thickness over the titanium abutment. Spectrophotometer measurements were obtained on a control sample, and again over each abutment color. The ΔE00 was calculated for each sample for each abutment color/voltage.</p></div><div><h3>RESULTS</h3><p>One way ANOVA for each sample set of 3Y, 4Y, and 5y zirconia materials found a highly significant (p&lt;.0001) difference between different anodized abutments. For all samples, blue showed the highest mean ΔE00 values which were significantly higher than all five groups (P&lt;.0001). The lowest mean ΔE00 for 3Y samples was unanodized titanium (p&lt;.05). The lowest ΔE00 for 4Y and 5Y samples was yellow (p&lt;.05). No pairwise comparisons were significant (p&gt;/=.26). A two-way ANOVA found no significant difference amongst type of material (p=.048).</p></div><div><h3>CONCLUSIONS</h3><p>Significant differences in shade were found utilizing varying voltages of anodized custom abutments. The yttria content of the zirconia had no overall effect on shade when placed over varying voltages of anodized custom abutments.</p></div><div><h3>IMPLICATIONS</h3><p>This study provides information on whether anodized titanium custom abutments under monolithic zirconia restorations influence the overall shade. This study provides recommendations regarding material choices and how different yttria content or translucencies of zirconia can alter the esthetic outcome of a final restoration.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":100364,"journal":{"name":"Dentistry Review","volume":"4 3","pages":"Article 100133"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2772559624000567/pdfft?md5=91f29f2eaef9f349c08b735017c9e35e&pid=1-s2.0-S2772559624000567-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142169123","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Advancements in surgical templates in dental implantology","authors":"Chelsea Harris DMD","doi":"10.1016/j.dentre.2024.100127","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.dentre.2024.100127","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>OBJECTIVES</h3><p>Expansion of three-dimensional (3-D) printing technology and improvements in planning software have led to increased accuracy and precision in dental implant positioning and new applications for surgical templates in implantology. The objective of this report is to demonstrate the application of in-practice CAD/CAM surgical templates in various dental implant surgeries and site development procedures.</p></div><div><h3>METHODS</h3><p>Patients in this report were referred to the Department of Periodontics, Army Postgraduate Dental School, Postgraduate Dental College, Fort Eisenhower, Georgia, for replacement of missing or hopeless teeth using dental implants. All surgeries were planned virtually and completed using customized surgical templates printed within the facility. The presented cases demonstrate creative application of 3-D printing to simplify surgery across a wide spectrum of clinical scenarios—placement of multiple adjacent implants, immediate implant placement, immediate provisionalization, sinus elevation in dentate and edentulous patients, alveoloplasty to increase interarch distance, and removal of a retained root fragment in conjunction with implant surgery.</p></div><div><h3>CONCLUSIONS</h3><p>Specialized surgical templates can be designed with varying degrees of restriction for surgeons performing implant-related surgeries. These guides have the potential to reduce the duration of surgery, limit patient morbidity, enhance communication among clinicians, and simplify the restorative phase of therapy.</p></div><div><h3>IMPLICATIONS</h3><p>Accessibility to new technology has allowed implant surgeons to move beyond the era of accurate implant placement into a period characterized by creative solutions to clinical problems. Routine use of in-practice CAD/CAM technology may improve clinical and patient-reported outcomes in implantology. Further advancements may be just around the corner as artificial intelligence is integrated into medicine and dentistry.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":100364,"journal":{"name":"Dentistry Review","volume":"4 3","pages":"Article 100127"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2772559624000506/pdfft?md5=12ea080bb26cd3097c93737a85b5c5c1&pid=1-s2.0-S2772559624000506-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142169236","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Technology, Graduate Dental Education, and Military Readiness","authors":"Ben Ottoson","doi":"10.1016/j.dentre.2024.100131","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.dentre.2024.100131","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>OBJECTIVES</h3><p>The purpose of this report is to demonstrate use of technology to minimize treatment time, maximize the dental readiness of military units, and potentially prevent dental emergencies among deployed military personnel.</p></div><div><h3>METHODS</h3><p>Two cases are presented. The first case demonstrates placement of two immediate implants with immediate delivery of definitive implant-supported crowns. The second case demonstrates delivery of a milled crown at the time of crown lengthening surgery.</p></div><div><h3>RESULTS</h3><p>In both cases, the patients tolerated the procedures well. Use of technology shortened treatment time and hastened return to health (no treatment needs). Favorable clinical results were achieved.</p></div><div><h3>CONCLUSIONS</h3><p>Educators in military Graduate Dental Education programs are uniquely positioned to critically evaluate, selectively implement, and distribute new technologies while producing tech-literate clinicians capable of leveraging technology toward military advantage.</p></div><div><h3>IMPLICATIONS</h3><p>Emerging and maturing technologies involving artificial intelligence, cloud-based information sharing, optical scanning, and computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing offer promising applications in military healthcare. Rationally selecting the “right” technologies in a measured and coordinated fashion will optimize use of modernization resources. Incremental advances that support readiness, wellness, and patient safety now will position military dentistry to meet the projected challenges in the future operating environment.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":100364,"journal":{"name":"Dentistry Review","volume":"4 3","pages":"Article 100131"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2772559624000543/pdfft?md5=0c3f198bb9b8dac82b1990d02cb29370&pid=1-s2.0-S2772559624000543-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142169120","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Bilateral TMJ Ankylosis in a 24-year-old Male with Epilepsy","authors":"Elizabeth Floodeen DDS,&nbsp;Marshall Newman DMD","doi":"10.1016/j.dentre.2024.100135","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.dentre.2024.100135","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>OBJECTIVES</h3><p>The purpose of this case report is to outline a unique case of a 24-year-old male with difficult to control seizures and bilateral temporomandibular joint (TMJ) ankylosis including pre-operative workup, the perioperative medical and surgical management, and post-operative course.</p></div><div><h3>METHODS</h3><p>This patient has been followed by the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery for eight years and eventually developed bilateral TMJ ankylosis, for which bilateral custom joint replacement was recommended. Patient optimization for surgery required a multi-disciplinary approach in conjunction with neurology, anesthesiology, and the ICU/critical care teams.</p></div><div><h3>RESULTS</h3><p>This patient was able to successfully undergo surgery, consisting of bilateral custom TMJ replacement. This case offered a challenge in both peri-operative anti-epileptic management for seizure control as well as airway management with the use of an awake nasal fiberoptic intubation then converted to a tracheostomy.</p></div><div><h3>CONCLUSIONS</h3><p>Bilateral TMJ ankylosis is a rare and often difficult to manage condition. This report provides a unique case of a patient with difficult-to-control seizures and bilateral TMJ ankylosis as well as a discussion of management strategies and recommendations.</p></div><div><h3>IMPLICATIONS</h3><p>There is currently very literature in the OMS field of management recommendations for bilateral TMJ ankylosis and none in patients with a history of epilepsy or seizures. This report will offer the management strategies of these authors.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":100364,"journal":{"name":"Dentistry Review","volume":"4 3","pages":"Article 100135"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2772559624000580/pdfft?md5=b8c551a07b6467dea721cebe80e66a06&pid=1-s2.0-S2772559624000580-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142169121","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Preference Between The ProSomnus IA And TAP 3 In Bruxers.","authors":"Andrew S. Ryser DDS","doi":"10.1016/j.dentre.2024.100132","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.dentre.2024.100132","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>OBJECTIVES</h3><p>The purpose of this study is to evaluate the preference of MAD appliances for patients diagnosed with OSA and bruxism using TAP 3 and modified ProSomnus IA oral appliances.</p></div><div><h3>METHODS</h3><p>Twelve patients diagnosed with OSA were referred for fabrication of a mandibular advancement device (MAD). At the initial appointment each patient was evaluated for signs and symptoms of bruxism. If bruxism was diagnosed the patient was informed of and given the choice to enroll in the research project. Once enrolled and informed consent obtained, digital scans of the patient were acquired using the Primescan (Dentsply Sirona) while in 50-60% of maximum protrusion. The ProSomnus IA was modified to have wings extended 2mm laterally to give similar range of lateral movement as the TAP 3. Patients were randomly chosen for which MAD would be delivered first. One MAD was delivered and used for one month. After one month the patient returned to the clinic and received the alternative MAD. At the final appointment, the patient was asked which device was preferred for long-term treatment.</p></div><div><h3>RESULTS</h3><p>8 patients enrolled in this study preferred the ProSomnus IA for treatment of OSA over the TAP 3 MAD. One patient was not able to tolerate either device and one dropped out of the study. The two patients who preferred the TAP 3 also used a CPAP simultaneously.</p></div><div><h3>CONCLUSIONS</h3><p>The modified ProSomnus IA was the preferred device for patients with OSA and bruxism. Patients who used the CPAP and MAD preferred the TAP 3. Patients selected the ProSomnus IA for the following reasons: the ability to open mouth with the IA, increased comfort, and ease of use. The IA was not chosen when the patient also used a CPAP due to discomfort from the wings of the IA on the buccal mucosa when used with a CPAP mask.</p></div><div><h3>IMPLICATIONS</h3><p>This project compared the preference between the Prosomnus IA and TAP3 appliance in patients that are diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea and bruxism, potentially improving the decision making for clinicians when treating a patient with OSA and bruxism. Choosing the preferred device first will allow the patient to potentially receive successful treatment for OSA and bruxism in a more timely manner, increasing compliance, saving valuable clinic time, and preventing costly remakes.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":100364,"journal":{"name":"Dentistry Review","volume":"4 3","pages":"Article 100132"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2772559624000555/pdfft?md5=a967f060462b537a1e9cc46f07be5f63&pid=1-s2.0-S2772559624000555-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142169122","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Factors influencing intraoperative and postoperative complication occurrence","authors":"Gary Blyleven","doi":"10.1016/j.dentre.2024.100125","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.dentre.2024.100125","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>OBJECTIVES</h3><p>In periodontology, it is widely recognized that evidence characterizing the incidence and effect of treatment complications is lacking. The objective of this study was to assess the influence of operator-, procedure-, patient-, and site-associated factors on intraoperative and postoperative complication occurrence.</p></div><div><h3>METHODS</h3><p>A single investigator reviewed records of patients treated by eight periodontics residents from July 2018 through June 2022. For each procedure, the investigator recorded and graded each intraoperative and postoperative complication or indicated that no complication had occurred. These outcomes were analyzed against a panel of explanatory covariates.</p></div><div><h3>RESULTS</h3><p>A total of 1135 procedures were included in the analysis. Intraoperative and postoperative complications were identified in 2.8% and 15.2% of procedures, respectively. The most common intraoperative complications were Schneiderian membrane perforation (1.3%) and gingival flap perforation/tear (1%), and the most common postoperative complications were dentin hypersensitivity (2.6%), excessive pain (2.5%), and infection (2.2%). Subepithelial connective tissue graft (OR: 3.2, 95% CI: 1.6, 6.1; p&lt;.001), guided bone regeneration (OR: 3.0, 95% CI: 1.4, 6.5; p=.004), and guided bone regeneration with implant placement (OR: 3.1, 95% CI: 1.3, 7.6; p=.011) were associated with higher odds of postoperative complication, whereas lateral sinus elevation (OR: 102.5, 95% CI: 12.3, 852.9; p&lt;.001), transalveolar sinus elevation (OR: 22.4, 95% CI: 2.2, 224.5; p=.008), open flap debridement (OR: 36.4, 95% CI: 3.0, 440.7; p=.005), and surgically facilitated orthodontic therapy (OR: 20.5, 95% CI: 1.2, 358.4; p=.039) were associated with higher odds of intraoperative complication occurrence.</p></div><div><h3>CONCLUSIONS</h3><p>Consistent with previous reports, procedure type appears to be the predominant factor driving complication occurrence. As analyses of treatment complications increase, individualized risk-benefit assessments will become progressively meaningful for patients.</p></div><div><h3>IMPLICATIONS</h3><p>An accurate appraisal of the risks associated with a procedure are necessary for patient consent concerning care. As we accumulate more information on complications, individualized risk-benefit assessments will become progressively meaningful for patients.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":100364,"journal":{"name":"Dentistry Review","volume":"4 3","pages":"Article 100125"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2772559624000488/pdfft?md5=662bed9f741ffc4f93ec2d2a2f24038f&pid=1-s2.0-S2772559624000488-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142169234","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Role of Intra-oral Photography in Dental Patients’ Acceptance of Treatment Plans","authors":"Gabriela Olvera,&nbsp;Kyleigh Garrett,&nbsp;Kandyce A'see RDH MS","doi":"10.1016/j.dentre.2024.100103","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.dentre.2024.100103","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objectives</h3><p>Discuss how dental photography, also known as intra-oral photography, can affect patient acceptance of treatment plans.</p></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><p>A specific collection of available selection of literature was used to produce a reliable literature review. The articles selected were selected at most five years old. This review included a peer review to produce original research on the role of intra-oral photography in the treatment plan's acceptance. Many articles were not included due to being older than five years, literature reviews, or meta-analyses. The research concluded using concepts, keywords, and mesh terms.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>Some studies concluded that intra-oral photography can be effective in dental treatment, OHI, communication with the patient, exams, post-operative, and future restorative work. Research showed that intra-oral photography can increase patient care by increasing flossing and toothbrushing habits as well as correspond with decreased probing depths and bleeding on probing. Overall, research suggests that intra-oral photography can be beneficial when it comes to patient acceptance of treatment.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>Even though dental photography is not implemented enough, the studies concluded that it could be effective in dental treatment, OHI, communication with the patient, exams, post-operative, and future restorative work. The review of the literature indicated that intra-oral photography could increase at home patient care by increasing flossing and toothbrushing habits and can correspond with decreased probing depths and bleeding on probing.3 Overall, the research suggests that intra-oral photography can be beneficial when it comes to patient acceptance of treatment plans. This research can be broadened by implementing intraoral photography in more clinics, providing more evidence on how it can improve a patient's oral health.</p></div><div><h3>Implications</h3><p>Intra-oral photos allow patients to visualize their oral conditions and smile with the same perception as the dentist or clinician.5 The research suggests that intra-oral photography can be beneficial when it comes to patient acceptance of treatment plans.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":100364,"journal":{"name":"Dentistry Review","volume":"4 3","pages":"Article 100103"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2772559624000269/pdfft?md5=11f8e9063c971d809fd95df2347b35b5&pid=1-s2.0-S2772559624000269-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142169314","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Augusta's Contribution to the Mental Health of DCG","authors":"Isabella Sonia Batallas","doi":"10.1016/j.dentre.2024.100097","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.dentre.2024.100097","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>OBJECTIVES</h3><p>This presentation will provide various sources of extracurricular activities in Augusta to the Dental College of Georgia's (DCG) students and staff. With providing outlets to relieve stress, the students and staff can hopefully boost their mental health and decrease chances of suicide.</p></div><div><h3>METHODS</h3><p>An electronic survey was sent to the students and staff of the Dental College asking various questions on how their time was spent prior to here, how it has been spent here, and activities they wish they knew were provided in Augusta. In addition, a few questions were asked to assess their mental health and their encounters of mental health prior and during their time at DCG.</p></div><div><h3>RESULTS</h3><p>The survey results used demonstrated what activities people liked to be a part of prior to their time at dental school as well as how that decreased at the school in part to not knowing alternatives provided in Augusta. Using these results, various extracurricular activities in Augusta were established and shown with photos to bring awareness, engagement and boost mental health.</p></div><div><h3>CONCLUSIONS</h3><p>Death by suicide occurs every 11 minutes and therefore, is the 10^th leading cause of death. Between ages 15 to 24 years old, it is the 2^nd leading cause of death. The average student at the Dental College of Georgia is about 24 years old. Transitioning from home to a new place like Augusta can be one of many reasons that someone's mental health declines. Augusta has many sources of extracurricular activities that can be used to better students and staff of DCG's mental health and therefore, prevent suicide.</p></div><div><h3>IMPLICATIONS</h3><p>With bringing awareness to Augusta's extracurricular activities, staff and students can engage, boost their mental health, and prevent death by suicide, while also excelling in their studies and care to patients.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":100364,"journal":{"name":"Dentistry Review","volume":"4 3","pages":"Article 100097"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2772559624000208/pdfft?md5=8fae0f80cc040c5293da13055eb1d2e6&pid=1-s2.0-S2772559624000208-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142169006","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"What is the Outcome of Platelet-Rich Fibrin Therapy Compared to Connective Tissue Grafting When Treating Gingival Recession?","authors":"Kelsea Collins,&nbsp;Quatesha Smith,&nbsp;Ashley Christman RDH, BS","doi":"10.1016/j.dentre.2024.100117","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.dentre.2024.100117","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>OBJECTIVES</h3><p>To educate and inform patients about Research on PRF therapy and Connective Tissue Grafting, gingival recession treatment, and Platelet-Rich Fibrin therapy so they can make informed decisions about their needed gingival procedures.</p></div><div><h3>METHODS</h3><p>For this literature review, the question was formulated to uncover new or less-known data regarding the restoration of gingival recession. Specifically, the question focused on comparing the outcomes of plateletrich fibrin (PRF) therapy to connective tissue grafting in the treatment of gingival recession. To locate relevant articles, the following MeSH terms were used: “gingiva, gingiva rejuvenation, gum graft, connective tissue graft, and PRF gingiva.” To ensure the specifics of the search, meta-analyses, literature reviews, systematic reviews, and articles published before 2018 were excluded.</p></div><div><h3>RESULTS</h3><p>Using PRF therapy is appealing because it comes from the patient's own body and might cause fewer problems. The studies reviewed demonstrate a spectrum of outcomes, with some suggesting equivalence between PRF and connective tissue grafting, while others emphasize that connective tissue grafting is still a very effective option. One is not simply seen as better than the other, but a preference for the patients.</p></div><div><h3>CONCLUSIONS</h3><p>Gingival recession management is a complex issue, with both connective tissue grafting and platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) therapy being treatment options. PRF therapy, which uses growth factors, is effective but depends on gingiva receding, patient-specific factors, and treatment methods.</p></div><div><h3>IMPLICATIONS</h3><p>Informing patients about platelet- rich fibrin therapy in comparison to connective gingival tissue grafting gives the patient the ability to decide what they believe is best of care.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":100364,"journal":{"name":"Dentistry Review","volume":"4 3","pages":"Article 100117"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2772559624000403/pdfft?md5=3bb141833c513528d90a9a7670fb47f4&pid=1-s2.0-S2772559624000403-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142169018","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}