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{"title":"Effect of enzymatic chemo-mechanical agents on adhesion of composite resin to dentin of permanent teeth: an in vitro study.","authors":"A S Coelho, L Vilhena, I Amaro, A Melo, A Paula, C M Marto, M M Ferreira, A Ramalho, E Carrilho","doi":"10.1007/s40368-024-00949-9","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s40368-024-00949-9","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To evaluate and compare the effect of two enzymatic chemo-mechanical caries removal agents with conventional caries removal using rotatory instruments on the adhesion of composite resin to dentin of permanent teeth.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The sample comprised 30 permanent molars with caries lesions extending to the dentin, randomly distributed into three groups (n = 10 each): 1-Caries removal with rotary instruments (control group); 2-Caries removal with Papacárie Duo^® (F&A Laboratório Farmacêutico, São Paulo, Brazil); 3-Caries removal with Brix 3000™ (Brix S.R.L., Carcarañá, Argentina). After caries removal, the specimens were rinsed and dried. Scotchbond Universal™ adhesive (3 M, Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA) was actively applied in self-etch mode and light-cured. Resin composite increments were applied using a silicone mold (3 × 3 × 2 mm) and light-cured. Shear bond strength (MPa), work-to-debonding (J/m²), and shear modulus (kPa) were evaluated. For statistical analysis, the level of significance was set at 5%.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The control group presented significantly higher shear bond strength values (8.50 ± 2.69 MPa) compared to the Brix 3000™ group (5.72 ± 1.55 MPa, p = 0.008). There were no significant differences between Papacárie Duo^® (6.66 ± 0.86 MPa) and the other groups (p > 0.05). Regarding work-to-debonding, the Papacárie Duo^® group had a significantly higher result (2944.41 ± 450.21 J/m²) than the Brix 3000™ group (1189.41 ± 504.13 J/m², p < 0.001) and the control group (967.10 ± 270.01 J/m², p < 0.001). Concerning shear modulus, the control group showed a significantly higher result (558.67 ± 168.96 kPa) than the Brix 3000™ group (339.79 ± 143.78 kPa, p = 0.008) and the Papacárie Duo^® group (223.04 ± 127.30 kPa, p < 0.001).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>While the application of Papacárie Duo^® did not negatively affect composite resin adhesion to dentin of permanent teeth, the application of Brix 3000™ reduced adhesive forces, potentially limiting its clinical use. Further investigations are warranted to elucidate the effects of these materials on dentin substrate, particularly through clinical studies.</p>","PeriodicalId":47603,"journal":{"name":"European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":"95-108"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2025-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11865128/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142562951","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":"Desensitization treatment in MIH-affected teeth: a systematic review.","authors":"Ebba Hjertberg, Adnan Hajdarević, Birgitta Jälevik","doi":"10.1007/s40368-024-00934-2","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s40368-024-00934-2","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>The present systematic review aims to summarize the current evidence regarding various treatment modalities and their results when dealing with hypersensitivity in teeth with Molar-Incisor Hypomineralization (MIH).</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Systematic searches were conducted in PubMed and Scopus using the search terms \"MIH AND Hypersensitivity AND treatment.\" Studies involving children aged 6-18 years diagnosed with MIH and exhibiting hypersensitivity were considered for inclusion. The outcomes examined included clinical, behavioral, and psychosocial treatment options for reducing hypersensitivity. A meta-analysis was performed for six of the included articles, and the I² value was calculated to determine heterogeneity.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of eight articles met the inclusion criteria for this review, with six eligible for the meta-analysis. Various treatment modalities, such as dental mousse, sealing, laser therapy, and crown therapy, demonstrated significant reductions in hypersensitivity individually (p < 0.05).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The treatment methods that offer the most effective reduction in hypersensitivity are sealing with resin composite or glass ionomer cement for mild cases of MIH, while crown therapy is more effective for severe cases of MIH. However, the small number of participants and short follow-up times limit the strength of these conclusions.</p>","PeriodicalId":47603,"journal":{"name":"European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":"17-29"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2025-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11865127/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141972069","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":"Knowledge, attitudes and preferences of parents/guardians regarding dental treatment of their children's primary teeth: a questionnaire cross-sectional study.","authors":"C Ninou, K Seremidi, A Agouropoulos, W Papaioannou, S Gizani","doi":"10.1007/s40368-025-01002-z","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s40368-025-01002-z","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Assess the knowledge and attitudes of parents/guardians regarding their children's oral health and their preferences regarding the treatment of carious primary teeth.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A cross-sectional study including the completion of a questionnaire by parents/guardians of healthy children aged 2-12 years attending the Department of Pediatric Dentistry (NKUA). Data were collected through 35 questions regarding demographic characteristics of the participants, oral hygiene and dietary habits, and parents' knowledge of the importance of oral health and primary teeth. Treatment preferences were assessed through clinical scenarios accompanied by colored clinical photographs. Results were presented in frequency tables and comparisons with specific child and parent-characteristics were evaluated using chi-squared and Fisher's exact test.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Parents were mainly females (73%), married (81%), aged > 40 years (56%), and high school graduates (57%). Most children brushed alone (56%), twice (48%) daily, with a manual toothbrush (65%) and consumed sugary snacks daily (38%). More than two-thirds of parents recognized the relationship between oral hygiene and general health (82%) and the importance of primary teeth (72%). Almost all parents would like to restore their children's asymptomatic (94%) and symptomatic (98%) primary teeth, with pulp therapy and stainless-steel crowns being the treatment of choice (58%). The decision on treatment about cavitated/non-cavitated primary teeth was not correlated with any of the parental or child-related factors. Acceptance of minimally invasive treatments was higher among highly educated parents and parents of boys.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Insight into parents' perceptions and preferences regarding the treatment of primary teeth is necessary and should be considered during treatment planning.</p>","PeriodicalId":47603,"journal":{"name":"European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143068832","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 photobiomodulation therapy on regenerative potential of non-vital mature permanent teeth in healthy canine dogs.","authors":"S F Khattab, Y F Gomaa, E A E Abdelaziz, N M A Khattab","doi":"10.1007/s40368-025-01000-1","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s40368-025-01000-1","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>The purpose of this study is to evaluate the influence of photobiomodulation therapy on the regenerative potential of non-vital mature permanent teeth of healthy Canine dogs.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>54 mature roots, obtained from 27 premolars, in dogs, were selected and divided into three equal groups where Group I received regenerative endodontic procedures (REPs) using blood clot as a scaffold (positive control), Group II received similar treatment as Group I, followed by photobiomodulation therapy (study group) and Group III did not receive any intervention (negative control). Each group was further divided into three equal subgroups for the evaluation of the vascular area percentage and fibroblast count at 3 different intervals; 3, 10, and 15 weeks. Statistical analysis was performed with R statistical analysis software version 4.1.3 RESULTS: Data analysis for vascular area percentages, revealed an insignificant increase in mean values at 3 and 10 weeks for both the positive control and study group, and all values were significantly lower than the negative control (p < 0.001). At 15 weeks, there was an insignificant difference between the study group and the negative control group, with mean values was 9.76 ± 2.25, and 11.97 ± 2.37, respectively. However, both values were significantly higher than the positive control group (2.47 ± 1.0), (p < 0.001). Regarding fibroblast count, there was a gradual increase in mean values recorded at different intervals, reaching its maximum at the 15th week period; they were 41.40 ± 1.14, 56.60 ± 6.11 and 44.67 ± 17.04 for positive control, study group, and negative control respectively, with insignificant differences between the study group and negative control.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The results of this study support the revascularization of non-vital mature permanent teeth as an alternative treatment modality. Photobiomodulation could improve the construction of regenerated blood vessels and fibroblasts. However, further studies with longer flow-up periods and different animal models are recommended.</p>","PeriodicalId":47603,"journal":{"name":"European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143068830","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":"Symmetry in the developmental stages of permanent human teeth: a comparative study between maxilla and mandible.","authors":"G Haghi Ashtiani, J A Davies, H M Liversidge","doi":"10.1007/s40368-024-00996-2","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s40368-024-00996-2","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>The aim of this study was to assess symmetry of developmental stage of permanent teeth between the left and right side of the jaw, as well as between the maxilla and the mandible.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A sample of 150 panoramic radiographs of individuals aged 6-20 years (69 males, 81 females) were selected from an open-access radiographic collection (Maxwell Museum of Anthropology's orthodontic collection, Albuquerque, USA). All developing immature permanent teeth (n = 489) were scored by the first author using Moorrees and Demirjian tooth stages. Symmetry of developing teeth was assessed between the left and right sides of the jaw, as well as between the maxilla and the mandible using McNemar test with p < 0.05 considered significant.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>No significant differences were found comparing left and right sides within the maxilla (n = 489), (McNemar, p = 0.759 M, p = 0.736 D), or within the mandible (McNemar, p = 0.262 M, p = 0.707 D) using either tooth scoring method. Percentage agreement for individual teeth between left and right sides was least for third molars. Significant differences were observed comparing maxillary and mandibular teeth for both tooth scoring methods (n = 978), (McNemar, p = 0.00 M, p < 0.001 D). Percentage agreement for individual teeth between the maxilla and mandible was least for incisors.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>In the present sample, differences in tooth formation were not significantly different in left and right side of the jaw while a significant difference (p = 0.00 M, p < 0.001 D) was observed between maxilla and mandible.</p>","PeriodicalId":47603,"journal":{"name":"European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143068833","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":"Regarding \"Quantitative analysis of Streptococcus mutans, Bifidobacterium, and Scardovia wiggsiae in occlusal biofilm and their association with Visible Occlusal Plaque Index (VOPI) and International Caries Detection and Assessment System (ICDAS)\".","authors":"H Daungsupawong, V Wiwanitkit","doi":"10.1007/s40368-025-01004-x","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s40368-025-01004-x","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":47603,"journal":{"name":"European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143013978","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":"Association of salivary proteins with dental caries in children with mixed dentition: a systematic review.","authors":"M Raja, H Nazzal, F S Cyprian, M Matoug-Elwerfelli, M Duggal","doi":"10.1007/s40368-024-00994-4","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s40368-024-00994-4","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To review the current evidence on the association between salivary protein profile and dental caries in children during mixed dentition stage.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This systematic review followed the PRISMA 2020 guidelines. Searches were run in PubMed, Scopus and Embase along with gray literature. The searches were limited to studies on humans, published from inception to February 2024. Observational studies exploring correlations between salivary proteins and caries in children during mixed dentition (6-13 years) were included. The methodological quality of included studies was analyzed independently by two reviewers using the Joanna Briggs checklist and Newcastle-Ottawa scale, respectively followed by a qualitative synthesis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 17 primary studies were included. The studies recruited 1,330 subjects including 612 caries-active and 505 caries-free subjects. The total protein content was higher in caries-active subjects. Among the glycoproteins, IgA and MUC5B were higher in caries-free subjects while the levels of MUC7 were lower in the caries-free group. Antimicrobial peptides and proteinase-3 levels were also higher in caries-free subjects. Contradictory findings were reported for the association of α- amylase and carbonic anhydrase with caries status. The included studies were categorized as good quality (n = 4), fair quality (n = 12) and poor quality (n = 1).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Based on fair-quality studies included in this review and within its limitations, the findings revealed that salivary proteins may be associated with susceptibility to dental caries in mixed dentition. Total salivary proteins are upregulated in caries-active subjects while salivary IgA, antimicrobial peptides and proteinase-3 are increased in caries-free subjects.</p><p><strong>Systematic review registration: </strong>The study protocol was registered in PROSPERO (registration number CRD42024517374).</p>","PeriodicalId":47603,"journal":{"name":"European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143013944","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":"Incidental findings from cone-beam computed tomography in children and adolescents: a systematic review.","authors":"T Vogiatzi, S N Papageorgiou, N Silikas, T Walsh","doi":"10.1007/s40368-025-00999-7","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s40368-025-00999-7","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>The use of cone-beam computed tomographies (CBCT) in orthodontics and pediatric dentistry is constantly increasing. The aim of this systematic review was to critically appraise and summarize evidence from clinical studies on the prevalence of incidental findings from CBCTs of children and adolescents.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Systematic literature searches without restrictions were undertaken in eight databases from inception up to March 2024 for studies reporting on incidental findings from CBCT images of children and adolescents. After duplicate study selection, data extraction, and risk of bias assessment with a custom tool based on the Joanna Briggs institute's tool for prevalence studies, qualitative (narrative) data synthesis was performed.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Ten studies covering a total of 1818 patients (48.5% male; average age 12.3 years) were included. The prevalence of incidental findings ranged from 0.4 to 80.3%, but high heterogeneity was seen between studies (I² = 99%). Incidental findings were most often related to airways (63.7%), followed by bone (23.6%), teeth (19.2), spine (26.2) and temporomandibular joint (3.8%). However, several methodological issues existed with included studies (incomplete reporting of patient- or CBCT-related details, incomplete categorization and reporting on the severity of findings, small sample sizes, and research transparency issues).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Evidence indicates that incidental findings can be often found in the CBCTs of child and adolescent patients. However, when a CBCT image is justified for children or adolescents, it should be adequately assessed for incidental findings by either a specialist oral and maxillofacial radiologist or a dentist with appropriate training and experience.</p>","PeriodicalId":47603,"journal":{"name":"European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143013974","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":"Efficiency of glass ionomer sealant application in reducing hypersensitivity in MIH-molars in schoolchildren immediately and after 12 weeks.","authors":"R Karim, M Baider, C H Splieth, J Schmoeckel","doi":"10.1007/s40368-024-00988-2","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s40368-024-00988-2","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aim: </strong>This prospective clinical study aimed to clinically investigate the efficiency of (GIC) glass-ionomer cement application (Ionostar Plus + Easy Glaze, VOCO) in reducing hypersensitivity in permanent molars affected by molar incisor hypomineralisation when assessed immediately (15 min) and 12 weeks after its application.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Children with at least one hypersensitive MIH-affected permanent molar (MIH-TNI-3 or 4). The pre-treatment status was evaluated and only included if they did not receive a tooth-specific in-office desensitizing treatment within one month. Clinical pain assessments were performed using the schiff score air sensitivity scale (SCASS) and Wong-baker faces Scale (WBFS).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>This study involved 25 participants (mean age 8.6 ± 1.85 years) with 43 hypersensitive MIH-molars of which about half were SCASS 3 (n = 24, 55.8%) and SCASS 2 (n = 19, 44.2%). Regarding hypersensitivity, the reported mean SCASS score reduced significantly from 2.56 (± 0.50) at baseline to 1.14 (± 0.96) after 15 min of GIC sealant application and even further to 0.71 (± 0.89) after 12 weeks (P < 0.001, Paired t test). Similarly, reported WBFS scores also significantly reduced from 5.81 (± 2.50; Range = 2-10) at baseline to 2.88 (± 2.31; Range = 0-10) after 15 min and to 2.95 (± 2.17) after 12 weeks, respectively (P < 0.001, Paired t test). The mean reduction in SCASS scores was 1.3 (± 0.6) and 1.4 (± 1.0) for baseline SCASS 2 vs. 3, respectively.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>GIC coverage is effective in providing clear instant relief from hypersensitivity in MIH molars in schoolchildren, which improves even further over a period of 12 weeks.</p>","PeriodicalId":47603,"journal":{"name":"European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143013947","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":"Nanosilver fluoride: a potential game changer in preventive and special care dentistry.","authors":"Roshni Maria Irwina Alwin, Priyadharshini Ragavane","doi":"10.1007/s40368-024-00998-0","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s40368-024-00998-0","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":47603,"journal":{"name":"European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142956624","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}