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{"title":"Evaluation of the Effect of Various Surface Conditioning Methods and Attachment of Platelet-rich Fibrin on Dental Implant Surface: An <i>In Vitro</i> Study.","authors":"Bs Harsha Raj, Ipsita Jayanti, Asutosh Das, Mayank Trivedi, Reena Chaudhary, Shilpa Duseja","doi":"10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3840","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3840","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aim: </strong>The current investigation aimed to assess the impact of three various surface conditioning techniques and platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) attachment on the surface of dental implants.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>The study employed overall 60 implants, each measuring 13 mm length and 3.75 mm diameter which were divided into three groups (<i>n</i> = 20). Group I: Surface modification using sandblasting and acid etching method, group II: Surface modification using plasma spraying method, and group III: Surface modification using UV light method. To acquire the PRF clots, 9 cc of blood samples were taken to prepare PRF. The samples from each group (20 samples per group in 3 separate containers) were submerged for 60 min at room temperature. A scanning electron microscope with 5000× magnification was employed to evaluate the baseline surface roughness area and PRF attachment on the surface modified implants. All data were gathered and analyzed statistically.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>At baseline, sandblasting and acid etching method mean surface roughness was 0.86 ± 0.02. In plasma spraying group, 0.90 ± 0.10 and in UV light method, the mean surface roughness was 0.84 ± 0.06. No significant difference was obtained. After intervention, the maximum PRF attachment on implant surface was found in sandblasting and acid etching group i.e., 3.02 ± 1.04 followed by UV light group (2.88 ± 0.76) and plasma spraying group (2.20 ± 1.28). A significant difference was obtained between the different methods.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The present study concluded that, according to the current investigation, all surface changes demonstrate adhesion between the PRF and the implant surface. But the sandblasting and acid etching group exhibited the highest PRF adhesion compared to UV light and plasma spraying groups.</p><p><strong>Clinical significance: </strong>The total amount of time between implant insertion and prosthesis delivery is influenced by osseointegration time. Numerous growth factors and inflammatory mediators regulate the complex procedure. In addition to releasing vital growth factors like PDGF and TGF, which are in charge of bone remodeling, PRF can also provide a fibrin scaffold. Therefore, PRF can help promote quicker osseointegration when applied as a surface coating to the implant shortly before insertion. How to cite this article: Harsha Raj BS, Jayanti I, Das A, <i>et al.</i> Evaluation of the Effect of Various Surface Conditioning Methods and Attachment of Platelet-rich Fibrin on Dental Implant Surface: An <i>In Vitro</i> Study. J Contemp Dent Pract 2025;26(4):373-376.</p>","PeriodicalId":35792,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice","volume":"26 4","pages":"373-376"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144529945","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":"Knowledge, Perception and Awareness of Clear Aligner Treatment among General Dentists of Saudi Arabia: A Cross-sectional Study.","authors":"Mohammed Mohsen Al Jearah","doi":"10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3850","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3850","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aim and background: </strong>The aim of this study was to evaluate the knowledge, perception, and awareness of general dentist of Saudi Arabia in respect to clear aligner treatment (CAT).</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A cross-sectional study in which a 15-question-based questionnaire was sent to 428 general dental practitioners (GDP) across the region of Saudi Arabia via Google Forms. Five questions each were comprehensively designed to evaluate the knowledge, perception, and awareness of the participants. They were asked to fill the questionnaire and send back the form within 30 days. The data were recorded and statistically analyzed.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 402 responses were received back with a response rate of 94%. Approximately 91.5% GDP were aware about CAT and 94.7% preferred an orthodontist's opinion before starting case of CAT. Approximately 93.5, 94, and 95% GDP agreed that CAT is more comfortable, less painful and easy to maintain oral hygiene as compared to braces and wires, respectively. Approximately 90 and 45.3% GDP believed that CAT can be used to treat simple and complex cases of malocclusion, respectively. Approximately 71% GDP consider that aligners are less technique sensitive than fixed orthodontics. Approximately 48% GDP believed that aligners must be changed after 2-3 weeks. Approximately 47.5% believed that attachment required on all teeth. Approximately 39% consider aligners as medical waste.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>General dental practitioners are aware about the concept of aligners, its advantages over braces and patient preferences. However, there is scope of further learning and improvement regarding indication, effectiveness, recommendations, and other technicalities of CAT.</p><p><strong>Clinical significance: </strong>Clear aligner treatment is gaining rapid recognition owing to its esthetic advantage, digital workflow and comfortability. This study highlights the awareness of dentists about the general understanding of CAT but also throws light on their limited knowledge about the technical aspects of the treatment. How to cite this article: Al Jearah MM. Knowledge, Perception and Awareness of Clear Aligner Treatment among General Dentists of Saudi Arabia: A Cross-sectional Study. J Contemp Dent Pract 2025;26(4):383-387.</p>","PeriodicalId":35792,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice","volume":"26 4","pages":"383-387"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144529946","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":"An <i>In Vitro</i> Comparative Evaluation of Three Different Solvents in the Retreatment of Teeth Obturated using Bioceramic Sealer.","authors":"Merin A Johnson, Asha Joseph, Vp Prabath Singh, Gayathri Usha, Krishnan Venugopal, Venkitachalam Ramanarayanan","doi":"10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3860","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3860","url":null,"abstract":"&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Aim: &lt;/strong&gt;To evaluate the efficiency of three solvents in achieving patency in teeth obturated using bioceramic sealer (BCS) and to assess the effect of these solvents on the root canal wall dentine.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Materials and methods: &lt;/strong&gt;Twenty-one extracted single-canal mandibular premolars extracted for orthodontic purposes were selected for the study. The teeth were randomly divided into three groups (&lt;i&gt;n&lt;/i&gt; = 7) based on the solvent used: Group I-Chloroform, group II-10% citric acid, and group III-xylene. After establishing the working length, the teeth were then instrumented and obturated using Gutta percha (GP) and BCS. Two weeks later, GP was removed, and apical patency was re-accessed with a 10-C file and the respective solvent. The time to gain patency through BC Sealer was recorded. Nine teeth (three per group) were irrigated with these solvents, and scanning electron microscopy was used to evaluate the effect of solvents on the dentin. The Kruskal-Wallis and Dunnett-Bonferroni tests were used for statistical analysis.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Results: &lt;/strong&gt;Patency was achieved for all samples, except for two in the chloroform group and one in the 10% citric acid group. The median (IQR) of time in group I was 60 (25-300) seconds, that of group II was 9 (6.25-10) seconds, and that of group III was 5.77 (3.66-34.34) seconds. The median time was higher in the chloroform group compared to the other groups. Kruskal-Wallis' test showed a significant difference between the three groups (&lt;i&gt;p&lt;/i&gt; = 0.011). And on pairwise comparison, group I with group II (&lt;i&gt;p&lt;/i&gt; = 0.017) and group III (&lt;i&gt;p&lt;/i&gt; = 0.010) showed statistically significant differences. But there was no statistically significant difference between groups II and III (&lt;i&gt;p&lt;/i&gt; = 1.000). Considering the scanning electron microscope evaluation, xylene caused a significant amount of open tubules in dentine, without any detritus and the smear layer covering the root surface when compared to 10% citric acid and chloroform.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Conclusion: &lt;/strong&gt;Xylene and 10% citric acid were more efficient than chloroform for dissolving the BCS. Statistically, there is no significant difference between xylene and 10% citric acid in achieving patency. Group III, in which xylene was used as the GP solvent, showed a significant amount of erosion compared to the other two groups.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Clinical significance: &lt;/strong&gt;Although BC sealer offers many advantages, the retreatment of teeth obturated with these sealers is often challenging due to its hygroscopic expansion, hard setting, and adhesion with root canal wall dentine. Solvent-assisted retreatment is less invasive, more convenient, and less time-consuming when compared with mechanical methods. Nevertheless, there is currently no efficient and practical solvent for BCSs. How to cite this article: Johnson MA, Joseph A, Prabath Singh VP, &lt;i&gt;et al.&lt;/i&gt; An &lt;i&gt;In Vitro&lt;/i&gt; Comparative Evaluation of Three Different Solven","PeriodicalId":35792,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice","volume":"26 4","pages":"403-408"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144530026","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":"Technological Advancements in Dentistry: A Step Towards Successful Treatment.","authors":"Maria M Marrapodi, Hande Uzunçıbuk, Diana Russo, Silvia Piccolo, Teodoro Solano, Vincenzo Ronsivalle, Gabriele Cervino, Giuseppe Minervini","doi":"10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3869","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3869","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>How to cite this article:</b> Marrapodi MM, Uzunçıbuk H, Russo D, et al. Technological Advancements in Dentistry: A Step Towards Successful Treatment. J Contemp Dent Pract 2025;26(4):331-332.</p>","PeriodicalId":35792,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice","volume":"26 4","pages":"331-332"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144529949","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":"<i>Lactobacillus Reuteri</i> Probiotic Consumption Reduced Various Virulence Gene Expression in Dental Plaque of Fixed Orthodontic Subjects.","authors":"Joko Kusnoto, Siti Sara Safirah, Litayana Ria Anggriani Sitorus, Winnie Valentini, Armelia Sari Widyarman","doi":"10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3857","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3857","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aims: </strong>The aim of this study was to determine the effect of consuming lozenges containing <i>Lactobacillus reuteri</i> probiotic Prodentis lozenges on the expression of <i>BCR1, ACE2,</i> <i>fadA, aid1, gelE,</i> and <i>atlA</i> genes in dental biofilms of subjects using fixed orthodontic appliances.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Plaque samples (<i>n</i> = 20) obtained from a previous study were used in this research. Each subject consumed <i>L. reuteri</i> probiotic lozenges (2 × 10⁸ CFU/mL) each day for 2 weeks. RNA was extracted from the samples and synthesized into cDNA. The expression of the gene transcription factors <i>BCR1,</i> <i>ACE2,</i> <i>fadA,</i> <i>aid1,</i> <i>gelE,</i> and <i>atlA</i> genes in biofilms of subjects who used fixed orthodontic appliances was detected using real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The expression of <i>BCR1,</i> <i>ACE2,</i> <i>fadA,</i> <i>aid1,</i> <i>gelE,</i> and <i>atlA</i> genes were decreased after consuming the <i>L. reuteri</i> probiotic lozenges for 2 weeks (<i>p</i> < 0.05).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Consuming <i>L. reuteri</i> probiotic lozenges would affect the expression of <i>BCR1,</i> <i>ACE2,</i> <i>fadA,</i> <i>aid1,</i> <i>gelE,</i> and <i>atlA</i> in plaque from patients using fixed orthodontic appliances. By reducing the expression of the virulence genes, bacterial number would be reduced and biofilm production can also be reduced.</p><p><strong>Clinical significance: </strong>Consumption of probiotic lozenges were confirmed to reduce bacterial and fungal biofilm, as proven by the reduction of virulence gene expression. Routine consumption of probiotic lozenges can help reduce potential bacterial infection and increase the oral health of patients using fixed orthodontic appliances. How to cite this article: Kusnoto J, Safirah SS, Sitorus LRA, <i>et al.</i> <i>Lactobacillus Reuteri</i> Probiotic Consumption Reduced Various Virulence Gene Expression in Dental Plaque of Fixed Orthodontic Subjects. J Contemp Dent Pract 2025;26(4):339-347.</p>","PeriodicalId":35792,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice","volume":"26 4","pages":"339-347"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144530025","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":"Evaluation of Microtensile Bond Strength to Dentin of a Self-adhesive Bulk-fill Resin Composite Restorative Material after Aging (<i>In Vitro</i> Study).","authors":"Nourhan S Ibrahim, Wael E Jamil, Nermin A Mahmoud","doi":"10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3862","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3862","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aim and background: </strong>Self-adhesive composites were introduced to enhance clinical and mechanical characteristics of composite restorations as they contain self-etching monomers allowing their application to tooth without additional treatment.</p><p><strong>Aim: </strong>To evaluate microtensile bond strength of Surefil one self-adhesive composite with and without adhesive application and Filtek One bulk-fill composite after different aging periods.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>The occlusal enamel and superficial dentin of 90 sound human third molars were cut using water-cooled diamond saw. A total of 60 molars were restored using Surefil one composite, where half were applied without adhesive and the other half with adhesive. The remaining 30 molars were restored with Filtek One composite. All restored molars were exposed to thermocycling and load cycling, where each group was divided into three subgroups according to aging period (24 hours to 3-6 months). Microtensile bond strength was assessed with universal testing machine after sectioning each molar into beams with cross-sectional area 1.0 ± 0.1 mm². Fractured specimens were analyzed using stereomicroscope at 25× magnification to determine the failure mode. Data were analyzed using Kolmogorov-Smirnov, Shapiro-Wilk, and Pearson's Chi-square tests.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Surefil one composite without adhesive showed significantly lower bond strength than Surefil one with adhesive and Filtek one composites. Surefil one composite without adhesive showed 100% adhesive failure. Adhesive and mixed failures were noticed in both composites with adhesive application with highest percentage for adhesive failure after aging.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Self-adhesive composites microtensile bond strength is enhanced with adhesive application. Conventional composite has superior microtensile bond strength than self-adhesive composite with or without adhesive application. Aging has detrimental impact on microtensile bond strength regardless of composition of composite resin.</p><p><strong>Clinical significance: </strong>Using adhesive with self-adhesive composites improves their bond strength. Long-term clinical results of composite are impaired by aging. More research is required for strong evidence on clinical use of self-adhesive composites. How to cite this article: Ibrahim NS, Jamil WE, Mahmoud NA. Evaluation of Microtensile Bond Strength to Dentin of a Self-adhesive Bulk-fill Resin Composite Restorative Material after Aging (<i>In Vitro</i> Study). J Contemp Dent Pract 2025;26(4):409-417.</p>","PeriodicalId":35792,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice","volume":"26 4","pages":"409-417"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144529944","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":"An Evaluation of the Relationship between Condylar Guidance, Occlusal Plane Orientation, Cuspal Inclination, and Compensatory Curves in Permanent Dentition.","authors":"Varalakshmi K Raja, Prema Anbarasu, Sp Saravana Dinesh, Saravana Kumar Subramanian, Gabriel Eisenhuth, Sebastian Eisenhuth, Claudia Eisenhuth, Shilpa Bhandi","doi":"10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3851","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3851","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Understanding the relationship between condylar guidance (CG), occlusal plane orientation, cuspal inclination, and compensatory curves in natural dentition is important in orthodontics for ensuring post-treatment stability and managing temporomandibular joint disorders. Therefore, the study's objective is to assess the relationship between the compensatory curve in natural dentition, the inclination of functional cusps and occlusal plane, and CG.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Condylar guidance, occlusal plane and cuspal inclination, and the compensating curve were measured in 56 pretreatment samples (lateral cephalograms and study models). The study models' STL images, digital cephalometric tracing with FACAD software, and 3D scanning technology (Shining 3D Auto Scanner) were used to evaluate the parameters. The associations between cuspal inclination, occlusal plane orientation, CG, and the compensating curve were evaluated using multivariate correlation analysis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The analysis revealed an insignificant correlation between CG, occlusal plane and cuspal inclination, and the curve of spee. Furthermore, it shows statistically insignificant relationship, indicating that variations in these factors do not significantly influence each other.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>There is no substantial evidence to suggest a direct correlation between the factors of CG, occlusal plane and cuspal inclination, and the compensatory curve in natural dentition. These findings imply that changes in occlusal morphology and plane inclination during orthodontic treatment do not have a significant impact on CG or post-treatment stability. How to cite this article: Raja VK, Anbarasu P, Dinesh SPS, <i>et al.</i> An Evaluation of the Relationship between Condylar Guidance, Occlusal Plane Orientation, Cuspal Inclination, and Compensatory Curves in Permanent Dentition. J Contemp Dent Pract 2025;26(4):377-382.</p>","PeriodicalId":35792,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice","volume":"26 4","pages":"377-382"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144530027","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":"Assessment of Imaging Accuracy Using Different Intraoral Scanner Streaming Modes: An <i>In Vitro</i> Study.","authors":"Ahmed Khalaf Ahmed Mubarak, Mohammed Moustafa Shalaby, Ahmed Mohammed Bakry","doi":"10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3863","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3863","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aim: </strong>This <i>in vitro</i> study evaluated the accuracy of two intraoral scanners with different streaming modes (CEREC Omnicam, Dentsply-Sirona, USA; video mode) and (Shining 3D, Aoralscan, China; image mode).</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Three sets of acrylic maxillary typodont were uniformly reduced with known axial wall taper of 10°, 15° and 20°, respectively, using a computer numerical control (CNC) milling machine. Then, abutments were randomly divided into 3 groups: (1) Single abutments; (2) successive abutments; (3) and simple bridge-like abutments. Such abutments were scanned with three scanners: (1) Desktop scanner (InEos X5) that serve as a reference; (2) experimental intraoral scanners (CEREC Omnicam and Shining 3D). The analysis of these scans has been carried out using Geomagic Control X software to assess both IOSs trueness and precision. Each experimental model (CEREC Omnicam and Shining 3D) was scanned three times for precision determination. Descriptive analysis has been carried out by one-way ANOVA and independent <i>t</i>-test to ascertain any significant difference between the two comparing scanners.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Regarding trueness, CEREC Omnicam has significantly better trueness (0.0554 ± 0.0111 mm) than Shining 3D IOS (0.0737 ± 0.0380 mm). Meanwhile, the variance in axial wall taper demonstrated little significant variation in all groups (single, successive, and bridge-like). The significant difference is associated with shallow axial wall taper (10° taper). On the contrary, both 15° and 20° axial wall taper/total occlusal convergence (TOC) revealed no significant difference. However, no significance was revealed in regard to precision.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Within the limitations of this study, the accuracy of the tested video and image streaming mode scanners is within the clinically acceptable range regarding different prosthetic scenarios, as well as different preparation convergences.</p><p><strong>Clinical significance: </strong>This study provides valuable insights into intraoral scanners' accuracy regarding their different streaming modes, various prosthetic scenarios, and total occlusal convergence (TOC) as well. How to cite this article: Mubarak AKA, Shalaby MM, Bakry AM. Assessment of Imaging Accuracy Using Different Intraoral Scanner Streaming Modes: An <i>In Vitro</i> Study. J Contemp Dent Pract 2025;26(4):397-402.</p>","PeriodicalId":35792,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice","volume":"26 4","pages":"397-402"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144530028","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 Health of Roma Children in Dendropotamos, Greece: A Cross-sectional Study.","authors":"Athanasia E Zarkadi, Despoina Balli, Polyxeni Athanasiadou, Panayioula Lambrou, Aristidis Arhakis, Vasiliki Boka, Konstantinos Arapostathis","doi":"10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3855","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3855","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aim: </strong>The aim of this study is to document caries status and assess the oral hygiene and periodontal health of Roma children in Thessaloniki-Greece, as well as explore correlations with dental behavior and perceptions.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>All Roma children attending primary schools in a designated Roma community area of Thessaloniki were examined (<i>n</i> = 135). Oral hygiene was evaluated using simplified debris index (DI-S) and simplified calculus index (CI-S), periodontal health was evaluated using the community periodontal index (CPI), and dental caries status was assessed based on ICDAS II criteria. Questionnaires assessed dental behavior and perceptions.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Approximately 3.7% of individuals were caries-free, whereas 83.0% required restorative treatment. Calculus was found in 54.1% of subjects, and 33% presented with bleeding. A significant 51.9% have never visited a dentist and 40.7% seek dental care only in emergencies. Despite over half (51.1%) expressing dissatisfaction with their dental hygiene, 41.5% reported they rarely brush, 3% used dental floss, and 4.4% used fluoride mouthwash. Furthermore, 10.3% of the subjects reported smoking and 8.9% admitted to alcohol consumption.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The findings indicate the need to enhance Roma children's oral health awareness and access to dental care.</p><p><strong>Clinical significance: </strong>Evaluating the oral health of Roma children identifies unmet needs in a vulnerable group. It enables targeted prevention and treatment strategies. This promotes better overall health and supports equitable healthcare planning and policy development. How to cite this article: Zarkadi AE, Balli D, Athanasiadou P, <i>et al.</i> Oral Health of Roma Children in Dendropotamos, Greece: A Cross-sectional Study. J Contemp Dent Pract 2025;26(4):348-355.</p>","PeriodicalId":35792,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice","volume":"26 4","pages":"348-355"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144529947","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":"Zero Waste: Consumers' Perception of the Use of Eco-friendly Toothpaste Tablets-A Quasi-experimental Study.","authors":"Jasmine Sandhu, Brittany Calderon, Bumsoo Park, Jixa Patel, Franklin Garcia-Godoy, Udochukwu Oyoyo, So Ran Kwon","doi":"10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3859","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3859","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aims: </strong>The purpose of the study was to evaluate consumers' perception of the use of eco-friendly toothpaste tablets and evaluate whether there would be a perception difference by consumer demographics: Gender and age.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Participants (<i>N</i> = 152) received one packet of toothpaste tablets (Denttabs GmbH, Berlin, Germany). Participants were instructed to brush using toothpaste tablets twice daily. At the end of the 1-week period, participants completed a 10-item questionnaire on their satisfaction of the use of toothpaste tablets. Pearson's Chi-squared test was used to test the distribution of positive and negative responses by gender and by age. Tests of hypotheses were two-sided with α = 0.05.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The majority responded favorably to cleanliness after usage, flavor, ease of use, importance of eco-friendliness of toothpaste products, intention to switch to tablets, and overall satisfaction with the texture. However, 59.9% of participants disliked the texture of tablets. Based on Pearson's Chi-squared test, there were no statistically significant differences in the distribution of positive and negative responses by gender except for flavor (<i>p</i> = 0.013), where more males responded negatively (27.4 vs 11.5%). Participants were further categorized by age and respective generation (<i>n</i> = 38/age generation type). There were no significant differences in the distribution of positive and negative responses by age generation except for flavor (<i>p</i> = 0.023) and potential switch to toothpaste tablets (<i>p</i> = 0.030). For both items, millennials showed a greater proportion of negative responses than the other generations.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Toothpaste tablets offer an effective and eco-friendly alternative to traditional toothpaste. While patients generally view them positively, texture remains a major factor influencing acceptance.</p><p><strong>Clinical significance: </strong>Consumer responses indicate a positive perception of toothpaste tablets, supporting their potential as a sustainable alternative to conventional dentifrices. Clinicians should highlight both the environmental benefits and the sensory differences when recommending toothpaste tablets to support patient adoption and align with growing sustainability trends. How to cite this article: Sandhu J, Calderon B, Park B, <i>et al.</i> Zero Waste: Consumers' Perception of the Use of Eco-friendly Toothpaste Tablets- A Quasi-experimental Study. J Contemp Dent Pract 2025;26(4):333-338.</p>","PeriodicalId":35792,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice","volume":"26 4","pages":"333-338"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144529975","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}