{"title":"Low-abrasive air-polishing powders—characteristics and application in clinical practice. A review","authors":"Irena Georgieva, Zlatina Tsoneva","doi":"10.14748/ssmd.v10i1.9750","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.14748/ssmd.v10i1.9750","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":303832,"journal":{"name":"Scripta Scientifica Medicinae Dentalis","volume":" 641","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141823642","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Acute sialoadenitis of the submandibular salivary glands and acute inflammation of the submandibular lymph nodes. A review article","authors":"Yanko I Yankov","doi":"10.14748/ssmd.v9i2.9347","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.14748/ssmd.v9i2.9347","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":303832,"journal":{"name":"Scripta Scientifica Medicinae Dentalis","volume":"485 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140474247","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Oral hygiene levels in primary molars restored with preformed metal crowns","authors":"E. Dimitrov","doi":"10.14748/ssmd.v5i2.6265","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.14748/ssmd.v5i2.6265","url":null,"abstract":"INTRODUCTION: The choice of restoration material, the general health of the individual, and the distribution of caries in the different age groups is related to the level and the assessment of oral hygiene. In the treatment plan for these patients a preventive regime is necessary to be added, which includes instructions for oral hygiene improvement. AIM: The aim of this article is to examine the level of oral hygiene in primary molars restored with preformed metal crowns (PMCs) and glass-ionomer cement (GIC). MATERIALS AND METHODS: Object of the clinical study were 100 teeth with approximal dentin lesions on primary molars in 5- to 7-year-old children. The plaque index (PI) and the gingival index (GI) of Silness-Loe were used. RESULT: In the current study, Silness-Loе PI was assessed before PMC/GIC application, on the 6th month and after the first year of GIC/PMC placement. Around teeth restored with GIC more dental plaque was observed compared with the crowned teeth. PI was 1.35 for the filled teeth and 0.97 for the crowned ones. In both cases we reported moderate plaque accumulation and fair oral hygiene in the area of the first and second primary molar. The higher value of PI in the teeth restored with GIC was due to the higher rate of the minor failures of the fillings, which leads to plaque accumulation. There was no statistically significant difference in the GI for the GIC/PMC restorations at the 6th month and the first year after their application (p > 0.05). CONCLUSION: As a result, we concluded that PI for the teeth with PMCs was lower compared with the one in the natural control group of teeth. However, the average values of GI were significantly higher for the teeth with PMCs.","PeriodicalId":303832,"journal":{"name":"Scripta Scientifica Medicinae Dentalis","volume":"44 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"126150289","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Adjunctive antibiotic therapy in cases of periodontitis and peri-implantitis","authors":"Elitsa Sabeva","doi":"10.14748/SSMD.V5I2.6268","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.14748/SSMD.V5I2.6268","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction Periodontitis and peri-implantitis are plaque-induced diseases, which are associated with certain bacteria. The conventional treatment aims primarily at tooth or implant surface debridement. In certain cases, surgical therapy is necessary. To improve the outcome of the treatment, systemic or topical antibiotics could be considered. Aim The aim of this review is to investigate the effect of the adjunctive systemically or topically delivered antibiotics on the outcome of the periodontitis and peri-implantitis treatment. Materials and Methods Articles related to the topic were searched in the PubMed database. Articles published from 2000 to 2019, only in English language, were included in the review. The search was conducted with a variety of keywords in different combinations being used. These were: “periodontitis”, “peri-implantitis”, “antibiotic”, “local”, “metronidazole”, “amoxicillin”, “azithromycin”, “tetracycline”. Results Forty-seven articles were included in the review. The selected articles described the adjunctive systemic and/or local delivery of metronidazole, azithromycin, the combination of metronidazole and amoxicillin and some representatives of the tetracycline group, such as doxycycline and minocycline in cases of periodontitis and peri-implantitis. Conclusion The adjunctive systemic and topical antibiotic therapy could benefit the outcome of periodontitis and peri-implantitis treatment.","PeriodicalId":303832,"journal":{"name":"Scripta Scientifica Medicinae Dentalis","volume":"66 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"116023417","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Laboratory examination of cement thickness for zirconia and composite inlays cemented with two types of fixing agents","authors":"M. Dimitrova","doi":"10.14748/ssmd.v5i1.5905","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.14748/ssmd.v5i1.5905","url":null,"abstract":"INTRODUCTION: During last decades glass ionomer (GICs) have shown an improvement in handling, less polymerization time, increasing the durability and better wear resistance. Resin composites cements are low viscosity composite materials. They are recommended for cementing ceramic and indirect composite restorations. The zirconia ceramics are not capable of etching for the purposes of cementation with composite fixing agents. AIM: The aim of this article is to make a comparison assessment of the two types fixing agents used for the cementation of indirect aesthetic restorations using zirconium dioxide made via CAD/CAM technology and indirect composite. MATERIALS AND METHODS: An experimental study of inlays – 60 made of indirect composite by a technician using the direct-indirect method and 60 made of zirconia ceramics by CAD/CAM technology, was conducted. The inlays were cemented with two types of cementing agents – GIC (Tokuyama Ionotite F) and dual-polymerizing cement (Tokuyama Estecem kit). The unit of observation was the thickness of the cementing agent. RESULT: There was statistical significant difference (p 0.05). CONCLUSION: Both types of cements show satisfying results regarding the thickness of the fixing agent in the four examined groups.","PeriodicalId":303832,"journal":{"name":"Scripta Scientifica Medicinae Dentalis","volume":"8 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-09-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"121063019","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Success rate of the Hall technique and the conventional method in the treatment of class II carious lesions on primary molars","authors":"M. Georgieva-Dimitrova","doi":"10.14748/SSMD.V5I2.5910","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.14748/SSMD.V5I2.5910","url":null,"abstract":"INTRODUCTION: Some of the filling materials are extremely ineffective cases of secondary caries as they leave the tooth surface unprotected against cariogenic conditions in the oral cavity. A new approach for treatment of primary molars with preformed metal crowns (PMCs) is implemented known as Hall Technique. PMCs provide excellent sealing in primary molars arresting the progression of the carious process. AIM: The aim of this article is to do a comparative assessment of the received results when restoring approximal dentin carious lesions with glass ionomer cement (GIC) and Hall crowns in primary and early mixed dentition. MATERIALS AND METHODS: For a 2-year period object of clinical observation were 100 teeth with approximal dentin carious lesions on primary molars in children at 5-7 years of age from Varna. Fifty of them were restored with GIC, and the other 50 were sealed with PMCs using the Hall technique. The progression of the carious lesion and the failure of the restoration were examined. RESULT: The major failures with the Hall technique after 2-year follow-up accounted for only 2%, and the minor ones were 4%. For the conventional methods with GIC as filling material, they were 12% and 48%, respectively. CONCLUSION: The average duration of PMCs restorations using the Hall technique is very high. They may be an appropriate option for restoration and treatment of the carious process on primary molars, especially for class II carious lesions. After the follow-up period we can conclude that the Hall technique has advantage over the conventional methods of treatment with GICs.","PeriodicalId":303832,"journal":{"name":"Scripta Scientifica Medicinae Dentalis","volume":"71 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-09-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"131570201","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Case report: the Hall technique as a method of choice in case of asymptomatic closed pulpitis in primary teeth","authors":"M. Georgieva-Dimitrova","doi":"10.14748/ssmd.v5i1.5909","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.14748/ssmd.v5i1.5909","url":null,"abstract":"INTRODUCTION: The ue of preformed metal crowns in minimally invasive methods of treatment, like the Hall technique, provides the option for these constructions to be used in daily outpatient practice in children with a small number/single carious lesions and negative attitude, who otherwise must be treated with pharmacological control of the behavior. AIM: The aim of this article is to investigate the opportunity for treatment of the approximal dentin caries/asymptomatic closed pulpitis with primary metal crowns (PMCs) using the Hall technique. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The child’s level of cooperation was assessed before the treatment using the Frankel scale. In this study a preformed metal crowns was used - Stainless Steel Primary Molar Crowns (3M ESPE™), placed using the Hall technique. The paraclinical method of diagnostics and follow-up was segment x-rays of the crowned teeth – bitewing technique. RESULT: A 5 -year old clinical case with an approximal carious lesion on tooth 84 is presented. Objective clinical criteria refer to asymptomatic closed pulpitis. Diagnostic radiograph has been made before the crown application. After two-year follow-up the x-rays show deposition of tertiary reactive dentin in the change of pulp chamber volume. The reaction of the pulp is clearly visible. CONCLUSION: The Hall technique is a great alternative option for caries management and even for treatment of asymptomatic closed pulpitis especially for negative patients. In addition the longevity of PMCs overwhelms significantly the other filling materials and prevents secondary caries.","PeriodicalId":303832,"journal":{"name":"Scripta Scientifica Medicinae Dentalis","volume":"45 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-09-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"130811750","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Platelet-rich plasma Applications in molar retention and dental cyst surgery","authors":"S. Edrev, Ivan Gonkov","doi":"10.14748/ssmd.v5i1.5958","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.14748/ssmd.v5i1.5958","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Dental retentions and cysts are common pathology necessitating proper surgical treatment. During the recent decade, platelet-rich plasma has increasingly been used in oral surgery. Aim: Our aim was to illustrate its application alone and in combination with autologous bone or collagen in patients after odontectomy for dental retenion and cystectomy for dental cysts. Materials and Methods: A total of 53 patients, 28 males and 23 females, with retained molars or dental cysts were diagnosed and surgically treated between May 2017 and May 2019. Odontectomy was carried out in 36 pateints and cystectomy - in 21 ones. According to an original protocol of platelet-rich plasma preparation, it was applied alone in 21, along with autologous bone - in 14, and combined with collagen - in 19 patients. Results and Discussion: The comparison with a sex- and age-matched control group without such applications demonstrated certain advantages in terms of the positive effects of platelet-rich plasma on wound healing, pain perception and bone regeneration. Conclusion: Further research is needed to more comprehensively assess the benefits of these growth factors in oral surgery.","PeriodicalId":303832,"journal":{"name":"Scripta Scientifica Medicinae Dentalis","volume":"38 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-08-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"116479495","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Influence of Different Factors on the Resonance Frequency Analysis in Assessment of Implant Stability - Review","authors":"Elitsa Sabeva","doi":"10.14748/ssmd.v5i1.5951","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.14748/ssmd.v5i1.5951","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction Implant stability is one of the key factors in regard to the successful outcome of implant treatment. Resonance frequency analysis (RFA) is one of the most commonly used methods in measuring the implant primary and secondary stability. The method is reliable and noninvasive, which makes it suitable at the different stages of the implant treatment. Aim The aim of this review was to establish some of the factors, which could affect the results obtained during RFA. Materials and Methods Articles related to the subject were searched in PubMed and Google Scholar databases. Articles only in English language, published from 1996 to 2019, were included. Variety of keywords in different combinations were used to conduct the search. Results Articles, included in this review described clinical and experimental studies. Few reviews of the literature were added as well. Some of the articles considered RFA as a single method for measuring implant stability, while others described its use in combination with other methods. Bone-related factors, implant surface, diameter, length, as well as the position of the transducer of the device were discussed as factors, which could influence the ISQ values. Conclusion It seems that among the discussed factors, BIC, bone density, implant diameter and the orientation of the transducer demonstrated more distinct relation to the RFA results. The influence of the implant surface modification and implant length on the ISQ values remains controversial.","PeriodicalId":303832,"journal":{"name":"Scripta Scientifica Medicinae Dentalis","volume":"69 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-08-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"122681437","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Factors Affecting Bone Temperature Increase During Implant Surgery - Review","authors":"Elitsa Sabeva","doi":"10.14748/ssmd.v5i1.5950","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.14748/ssmd.v5i1.5950","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction During implant surgery certain amount of heat is produced. It is known that temperature increase above the critical threshold of 47°C for a minute could lead to thermal osteonecrosis, which could be the reason for an early implant failure. Aim The aim of this review was to reveal the multifactorial nature of bone temperature rise during dental implant surgery. Materials and Methods PubMed and Google Scholar databases were searched to select articles related to the topic. The review includes articles published from 1972 to 2019, only in English language. Results All reviewed original articles, describing studies, whose aim was to observe the heat generation during implant surgery, are experimental. A few reviews were included. As potential risk factors for thermal damage of the bone were considered the site preparation protocol, drill wear, drill design, drilling speed and cooling effectiveness. Conclusion Heat generation during implant site preparation could be increased by performing guided implant or piezoelectric surgery. The use of combined irrigation at higher speeds, sharper drills and laser-assisted osteotomy could help avoid the risk of thermal damage to the bone. The heat production during the implant site preparation is a subject to many studies, but there is still a lack of data about the temperature rise during implant insertion.","PeriodicalId":303832,"journal":{"name":"Scripta Scientifica Medicinae Dentalis","volume":"3 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-08-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"122239664","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}