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{"title":"National Service Scheme (NSS) Training in dental education: Assessment of self reported empathy and clinical performance.","authors":"Gadde Praveen, Villuri Sherly PrabhaLatha, Pasupuleti Mohan Kumar, Anitha Akkaloori, K Swathi, Koothati Ramesh Kumar","doi":"10.4317/jced.62130","DOIUrl":"10.4317/jced.62130","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>To compare self-reported empathy scores, clinical performance between National Service Scheme (NSS) volunteers and non-volunteers in dental schools; and to predict clinical performance score using self-reported empathy score.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>A cross sectional survey of 336 undergraduates from 16 dental schools in Andhra Pradesh state, India was conducted using Google forms. The questionnaire was divided into four sections. Section A consists of a single question asking whether a graduate is a NSS volunteer or not. Section B consisted of Jefferson Scale of Empathy Health Profession Students' Version (JSPE-HPS) with 20 items based on a 7-point Likert scale. Section C was designed to investigate students' self-confidence in performing 35 clinical procedures on a 5-point Likert scale. Section D gathered information related to clinical exam score in external practical assessment during final year. The data collected were subjected to appropriate statistical tests.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The JSPE-HPS score between NSS volunteers (91.52+7.35) and non-volunteers (76.21+5.42) was significantly different. The overall self-reported clinical score was 3.57+.34 and 3.08+.43 for NSS volunteers and non-volunteers respectively (<i>p</i>=0.000). Also, the mean clinical performance score was higher for NSS volunteers (501.15+53.97) compared to non-volunteers (445.03+34.94). The JSPE-HPS scoreswere positively associated with clinical performance scores (r=0.559). Furthermore, we discovered that JSPE-HPS scoresignificantly predicted clinical exam score (β = 2.959, <i>p</i>< .000).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>NSS training enabled dental undergraduate students acquire empathy and clinical skills during their education. <b>Key words:</b>Clinical Skills, Dental Education, Empathy, National Service SchemeCare Team.</p>","PeriodicalId":15376,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dentistry","volume":"16 10","pages":"e1278-e1283"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11559124/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142621194","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 effect of different scanning protocols on precision and trueness of intraoral scanning: A pilot trial.","authors":"Mustafa Ali Yahya, Mathias Selléus, Deyar Jallal Hadi Deyar Jallal Hadi, Michael Braian, Christel Larsson","doi":"10.4317/jced.62158","DOIUrl":"10.4317/jced.62158","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The aim of this study was to investigate how different scanning protocols affect the accuracy (trueness and precision) of intraoral scanning of complete arches with implant cylinders.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>A master model was designed with five cylinders. One scanner, TRIOS2 (3shape), was used to scan the model with four different scan protocols: ROCK (wavelike scanning in a pendulum movement), ZIGZAG (wavelike scanning technique), OBP (occlusal, buccal, and palatal), and OWBP (occlusal, wiggling, buccal, and palatal). A total of 30 scans were performed using each of the four protocols. The master model was digitized with an industrial ISO-certified ATOS scanner. GOM inspect software was used to compare the scans to the master model and evaluate any deviation between the scan protocols and the master model. The data was analyzed using the One Sample t-test (<i>p</i>=0,05).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The precision (standard deviation) ranged from 23-83μm for protocol ROCK, 22-147μm for ZIGZAG, 21-170μm for OBP, and 23-116μm for OWBP. The trueness (mean deviation from master model) was 5-41μm for ROCK, 7-97μm for ZIGZAG, -21-29μm for OBP, and 1-24μm for OWBP. All protocols showed statistically significant differences to the master model in multiple distances, except OWBP, which had a single significant difference in comparison to the master model.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Protocol OWBP has a higher trueness than other tested protocols. All tested protocols have higher trueness and precision when scanning smaller distances than inter-arch measurement. Clinical significance;The trueness and precision of intraoral scanning is generally better in smaller spans due to less deviation. The protocol OWBP, that is recommended by the manufacturer, has the least deviating trueness in comparison to the master model. <b>Key words:</b>Accuracy, trueness, precision, intraoral scanner, digital impression, scanning protocol.</p>","PeriodicalId":15376,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dentistry","volume":"16 10","pages":"e1299-e1306"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11559108/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142621222","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":"Clinical and radiographic success of pulpotomy and pulpectomy in primary and permanent teeth: a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.","authors":"Melissa Cavalcante Bastos, Fontenele Gilsara Araújo Albuquerque, Edson Luiz Cetira Filho, Paulo Goberlânio de Barros Silva, Juliana Paiva Marques Lima Rolim","doi":"10.4317/jced.61346","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4317/jced.61346","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>This systematic review evaluated the long-term clinical effectiveness of Biodentine in vital pulp therapy procedures.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>Two independent reviewers searched the PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Cochrane, LILACS, and DOSS databases for articles published until August 2023. Review Manager and GRADEpro software were used for the analysis, and the Revman5.3 program was used for the meta-analysis. Initially, 297 publications were found, of which 12 studies, including 1385 clinical evaluations and 881 radiographic evaluations, were considered for qualitative and quantitative analysis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Regarding the therapeutic indication, Biodentine presented a clinical success rate of: 96.38% for primary teeth submitted to pulpotomy, in a follow-up of 3-24 months, 97.18% for permanent teeth submitted to direct pulp capping in a follow-up of 3-54 months and 99.24% for primary teeth submitted to indirect pulp capping at a follow-up of 3-12 months. In radiographic analyses, a success rate of: 89.82% was observed for primary teeth submitted to pulpotomy at a follow-up of 3-24 months and for permanent teeth submitted to indirect pulp capping at a follow-up of 3-12 months.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Biodentine is a reliable material for applications similar to that of mineral trioxide aggregate, with high long-term clinical and radiographic success rates, in primary and permanent teeth, regardless of the therapeutic indication. The efficacy and benefits of Biodentine, make it a promising endodontic material. <b>Key words:</b>Systematic review, Dental materials, Pulpotomy.</p>","PeriodicalId":15376,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dentistry","volume":"16 9","pages":"e1120-e1128"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11470449/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142466532","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":"Effect of glass infiltration and modified cooling rates on color characteristics alteration of monochrome and multilayer high yttrium oxide containing zirconia.","authors":"Pithiwat Uasuwan, Niwut Juntavee, Apa Juntavee","doi":"10.4317/jced.62066","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4317/jced.62066","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Sintering technique impacted color of zirconia. This study examined the effect of glass infiltration and altering cooling rate on color alteration of monochrome (Mo) and multilayer (Mu) 5 mol% yttria-partially stabilized zirconia (5Y-PSZ).</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>180 specimens (width, length, thickness = 10, 20, 2 mm) were prepared from Mo and Mu (comprising cervical (C) and incisal (I) zone) 5Y-PSZ shade VITA-A2. Unintentionally categorized samples (n=15/group) were sintered with traditional (T) versus glass infiltrated (G) technique and cooled down with slow (S: 5°C/min), normal (N: 35°C/min), and fast (F: 70°C/min). CIE-L*a*b* color characteristics were determined for translucency parameter (TP), contrast ratio (CR), opalescence parameter (OP), and color difference (∆Ediff). Microstructures were investigated with SEM and XRD. ANOVA and Tamhane's comparisons were determined for significant differences (<i>p</i><0.05).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>TP and OP were significantly higher for Mo than MuC and MuI, but no significant difference in CR among them. Comparable ΔEdiff between Mo and MuC were indicated, but both were significantly lesser than MuL. Glass infiltration and raising cooling rate significantly decreased TP and OP, whereas increased CR and ΔEdiff, which amplified color alteration.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Glass infiltration sintering and modified cooling rate significantly altered color parameters of 5Y-PSZ. Monochrome demonstrated higher translucency and opalescence than multilayer, possibly due to colorant additives. Glass infiltration decreased translucency and opalescence due to different refractive indices. Increased cooling rate resulted in decreasing translucency and opalescence due to smaller grain size and t→m transformation. Nevertheless, altered sintering and cooling rates still rendered an acceptable color alteration. <b>Key words:</b>Cooling rate, glass infiltration, optical characteristics, translucency.</p>","PeriodicalId":15376,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dentistry","volume":"16 9","pages":"e1079-e1091"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11470454/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142466535","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":"Long-term follow-up of a large multilocular odontogenic keratocyst. Analysis of recurrences and the applied treatments.","authors":"Jordi Borrás-Ferreres, Iker Albisu-Altolaguirre, Cosme Gay-Escoda, Adalberto Mosqueda-Taylor","doi":"10.4317/jced.62032","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4317/jced.62032","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Recurrence is a well-known feature of odontogenic keratocyst (OKC). Compared with other odontogenic cysts, OKC is characterized by an infiltrating growth, aggressive biological behavior, and a greater tendency towards recurrence once removed, particularly when simple enucleation has been carried out. The recurrence rate is largely dependent upon the type of treatment applied; consequently, the planning of management must take into account the possible reasons why the cyst may recur. The present article describes the 25-year follow-up of a large multilocular OKC and discuss the possible causes of its multiple recurrences, as well as the treatments applied, with special attention on the last management approach adopted. <b>Key words:</b>Odontogenic keratocyst, treatment, recurrences, long-term follow-up.</p>","PeriodicalId":15376,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dentistry","volume":"16 9","pages":"e1157-e1163"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11470458/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142466540","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":"Hybrid Ceramics Cementation Protocols: Scope Review.","authors":"Ícaro Menezes Beltrami, Cássia Cunha de Lima, Camila Teixeira do Nascimento, José Guilherme Pereira Gonçalves, Josuel Siqueira Azarias, Ana Laura Ferreira Bortoleto, Marcelo Coelho Goiato, Daniela Micheline Dos Santos","doi":"10.4317/jced.61733","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4317/jced.61733","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Compared to high modulus repair materials such as zirconia and alumina, hybrid polymer-ceramic materials have lower stress concentrations in the tooth structure and bonding interface. The aim of this study is to evaluate viable cementation protocols through an integrative review and meta-analysis.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>This systematic review was based on the PRISMA criteria. An electronic search was carried out in seven databases: Web of Science, Embase, PubMed, Clinical Trials, Scopus, Cochrane, Periodicals of Capes. The following inclusion criteria were used: hybrid ceramics, surface treatment protocol and which union test was presented, discarding duplicate articles and studies that did not meet the inclusion criteria. The articles were analyzed and selected through the RayYan platform.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Of the 160 articles identified, 24 studies were included in this review. The materials used by the authors were the hybrid ceramics: Vita ENAMIC, LAVA ULTIMATE, Cerasmart, Shofu Block, and the possible surface treatment protocols presented involving the use of: HF, Alumina blasting with or without silica, Silane, Laser and adhesive. The tests were carried out at different times and concentrations of the analyzed materials.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>With the studies that were included in this review, it was possible to show that the corrosion made by HF continues to be the gold standard for the treatment of surfaces in hybrid ceramics. <b>Key words:</b>Hybrid ceramic, Bond Strength, Cementation.</p>","PeriodicalId":15376,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dentistry","volume":"16 9","pages":"e1138-e1150"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11470456/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142466538","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":"Comparison of mechanical properties of 3D printer resins for occlusal splints using different models of 3D printers.","authors":"Arthur Simoes Seidler, Lucas Simino de Melo, João Pedro Justino de Oliveira Limirio, Aldieris Alves Pesqueira, Leandro Augusto Hilgert, Rodrigo Antonio de Medeiros","doi":"10.4317/jced.61734","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4317/jced.61734","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Considering the development of new 3D printing technologies that use different printing techniques, further studies must be conducted to evaluate the impact of different printing systems on the mechanical properties of 3D-printed materials. This study aimed to evaluate the mechanical properties of 3D-printed materials for occlusal devices using different 3D printers and printing layer thicknesses.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>Ninety rectangular samples were manufactured and divided into nine groups according to the 3D printer model they were printed on (AnyCubic Mono X, Elegoo Mars 2, or FlashForge Hunter) and the layer thickness (20, 50, or 100 µm) and were subjected to superficial microhardness, flexural resistance, and elasticity modulus tests. The results were analyzed using two-way analysis of variance and Tukey's statistical tests, with a significance level of 5%.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The type of 3D printer significantly affected superficial microhardness (<i>p</i> = 0.007). Flexural strength showed a significant interaction between the 3D printer and layer thickness (<i>p</i> = 0.005), with both factors independently influencing flexural strength (printer: <i>p</i>< 0.001, layer thickness: <i>p</i>< 0.001). Elasticity modulus was significantly influenced by the 3D printer type (<i>p</i>< 0.001) and the interaction between both factors (<i>p</i> = 0.004). The AnyCubic Mono X 3D printer with a 20 µm layer thickness exhibited more consistent mechanical properties than the other printers.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Variations in printing systems and layer thicknesses can impact the mechanical properties of 3D-printed materials. <b>Key words:</b>CAD-CAM. Bruxism. Temporomandibular disorders. Mechanical tests; 3-D printing.Care Team.</p>","PeriodicalId":15376,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dentistry","volume":"16 9","pages":"e1067-e1071"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11470457/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142466534","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":"Pterygopalatine disjunction-associated SARME and the nasal cavity - A systematic literature review.","authors":"José Rômulo de Medeiros, Fábio Wildson Gurgel Costa, Francisco Samuel Rodrigues Carvalho, Ana Ericka de Araújo Mouta, Marcelo Ferraro Bezerra, José Moacir Marques da Costa Junior, Paulo Goberlânio de Barros Silva, Eduardo Costa Studart Soares","doi":"10.4317/jced.62026","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4317/jced.62026","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>This study aimed to evaluate the effect of surgically assisted rapid maxillary expansion (SARME) with pterygopalatine disjunction (PD) on the nasomaxillary complex structures.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>A systematic two-phase review, recorded in the PROSPERO database, was conducted. Search strategies were performed using PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, COCHRANE, LILACS and DOSS databases, including gray literature (Open Grey, Google Scholar, and ProQuest). The methodological quality and evidence of the included studies were assessed.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Out of 1017 studies, 10 met the inclusion criteria. Generally, a moderate risk of bias was noted. The studies involved 236 adults evaluated preoperatively and postoperatively. Key outcomes assessed included nasal cavity volume, minimum cross-sectional area (MCSA), nasal septum positioning, nasal cavity width, and nose volume (soft tissues).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Although findings indicated increased MCSA, nasal cavity, and nasopharynx volumes, and no changes in nasal septum post-SARME + PD, the current evidence is insufficient for definitive clinical recommendations due to study limitations, particularly the small number of included studies. More clinical studies with robust methodologies and low risk of bias are needed. <b>Key words:</b>Nasal septum, nasal cavity, palatine expansion technique.</p>","PeriodicalId":15376,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dentistry","volume":"16 9","pages":"e1129-e1137"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11470450/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142466544","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":"<i>In vitro</i> evaluation of the effect of two pediatric syrups on the microhardness and surface roughness of restoration materials.","authors":"Tania Carola Padilla-Cáceres, Heber Arbildo-Vega, Vilma Mamani-Cori, Luz Caballero-Apaza, Manuela Daishy Casa-Coila","doi":"10.4317/jced.62029","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4317/jced.62029","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The prolonged use of pediatric syrups without adequate control of oral hygiene can cause effects on the physical characteristics of the restoration materials, which in turn can cause deterioration of the material and subsequent carious recurrence. Aim: To evaluate the effect of two long-term use syrups in children on the microhardness and surface roughness of three restorative materials.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>Three study groups were formed, consisting of a conventional self-curing ionomer cement, a light-curing ionomer cement, and a light-curing composite resin. Each group had 40 specimens made with the respective restorative material; in addition, these were distributed in 2 subgroups with 20 specimens each, which were immersed in Paracetamol and Ferrous Sulfate in syrup following a protocol that consisted of 2 minutes each day for 28 days.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Over time (0, 7, 14, 21, and 28 days), when evaluating microhardness, the composite resin subgroup exposed to ferrous sulfate (<i>p</i> = 0.027) and the Ketac Molar ionomeric cement subgroup (<i>p</i> = 0.002) exposed to Paracetamol showed statistically significant differences; while, when evaluating surface roughness, the composite resin subgroups (<i>p</i> = 0.032) and Ketac Molar ionomeric cement (<i>p</i> = 0.01) exposed to ferrous sulfate showed a statistically significant difference.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The more days of exposure to ferrous sulphate syrup, the less the microhardness of the composite resin decreases; something similar occurs with the microhardness of Ketac Molar ionomeric cement when exposed to Paracetamol syrup. Meanwhile, the surface roughness of the composite resin and Ketac Molar ionomeric cement increases considerably when exposed to ferrous sulphate. <b>Key words:</b>Ionomeric cement, Microhardness, Composite resins, Surface roughness.</p>","PeriodicalId":15376,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dentistry","volume":"16 9","pages":"e1098-e1102"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11470455/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142466531","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":"Slow maxillary expansion in adult patient with Hyrax expander: A case report.","authors":"Benjamin Hostetter, Karthikeyan Subramani","doi":"10.4317/jced.62001","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4317/jced.62001","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Slow maxillary expansion is a technique used to achieve correction of maxillary transverse deficiency or posterior crossbite in patients where the midpalatal suture has closed. This is mostly achieved by buccal tipping of maxillary posterior teeth. The aim of this case report is to discuss the orthodontic treatment of a 20-year-old patient with bilateral posterior crossbite. The patient had moderate maxillary crowding and severe mandibular crowding, crossbites bilaterally on his posterior teeth, and maxillary lateral incisors. The patient had thin gingival biotype with gingival recession on the mandibular right canine. Orthodontic treatment was done with full fixed appliances, and extraction of a mandibular right lateral incisor. This case report shows that slow maxillary expansion can be used in an adult to achieve the objectives set by both the orthodontist and patient while also considering treatment modalities most agreeable to the patient. <b>Key words:</b>Orthodontic treatment, slow maxillary expansion, maxillary expansion, RPE, Hyrax expander, case report.</p>","PeriodicalId":15376,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dentistry","volume":"16 9","pages":"e1164-e1169"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11470448/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142466545","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}