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{"title":"Effects of different 3Y-TZP nanoparticle concentrations on reinforcing mechanical properties of 3D-printed resin using stereolithography technology.","authors":"Keyu Qi, Tamaki Hada, Xiangyu Ren, Maiko Iwaki, Shunsuke Minakuchi, Manabu Kanazawa","doi":"10.1111/jopr.13995","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jopr.13995","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To evaluate the impact of varying concentrations of 3 mol% yttria-stabilized tetragonal zirconia polycrystalline ceramic (3Y-TZP) nanoparticles on mechanical properties of three-dimensional (3D)-printed resins in stereolithography (SLA) technology.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>A total of four groups (n = 6) of specimens were printed. Pure 3D-printed resin was used as the control group (0 wt%). For the experimental groups, modified 3Y-TZP nanoparticles were dispersed into 3D-printed resin at 1, 3, and 5 wt% concentrations to fabricate nanocomposites. Mechanical tests, including degree of conversion (DC), flexural strength, flexural modulus, fractography, and hardness, were evaluated and analyzed by one-way analysis of variance followed by the Games-Howell post-hoc test or Tukey post-hoc test (α = 0.05).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The DC of the control group showed the lowest value (p < 0.0001). The DC values peaked at the 5 wt% group, with no significant difference between the 3 wt% group. The flexural strength and modulus of the experimental groups were significantly higher than those in the control group. The addition of 1 and 3 wt% 3Y-TZP nanoparticles significantly improved the flexural strength and modulus (p < 0.05), while 5 wt% resulted in a significant decrease. The 1 wt% group showed the lowest hardness value. Maximum hardness value was observed in the 3 wt% group (p < 0.05). No significant difference was observed between the control and 5 wt% groups (p = 0.428).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Optimal mechanical properties were obtained with the 3 wt% group, indicating its potential as a dental material in clinical application.</p>","PeriodicalId":49152,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Prosthodontics-Implant Esthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2024-11-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142752069","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Impact of aging on the fracture strength of 3D-printed fixed implant prostheses: A comparative analysis of monolithic and bi-layer with or without fiber-reinforced composite frameworks.","authors":"Renata Moreira Cançado, Adilson Sakuno, Franciele Floriani, Amirali Zandinejad, Cintia Helena Coury Saraceni, Elcio Magdalena Giovani, Alfredo Mikail Melo Mesquita","doi":"10.1111/jopr.13988","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jopr.13988","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>This study aims to evaluate the fracture strength of three-unit, implant-supported fixed dental prostheses (FDPs) constructed from 3D-printed resin. It compares structures with and without fiber-reinforced composite (FRC) frameworks under conditions that mimic artificial aging.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Forty FDPs were fabricated and divided into two groups: monolithic (n = 20) and bi-layer (n = 20). The monolithic group (MG) consisted entirely of FDPs made from 3D-printed resin for permanent restorations, while the bi-layer group (BG) featured FDPs with an FRC framework veneered with the same 3D-printed resin. Each group was subdivided into two subgroups: one subjected to artificial aging (MTG, n = 10; BTG, n = 10), and the other served as the baseline control (n = 10). All subgroups underwent a mechanical bending test, applying a single load to failure using a universal testing machine.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>There was a statistically significant difference in fracture strength due to the presence of the FRC framework (p < 0.01). The framework became the FDP more resistant to load. The mean load to failure and standard deviations were as follows: MG 406.59N (±33.84), MTG 286.20N (±152.15), BG 1142N (±162.88), and BTG 945N (±211.52). Although no statistical differences in strength were observed between aged and nonaged subgroups, variations in failure patterns emerged, with the BG and BTG groups showing a predominance of failures compared to the MG.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The inclusion of an FRC framework significantly enhanced the fracture strength of the FDPs. While the aging protocol did not alter the strength, failures predominantly occurred in the 3D-printed resin superstructure at the connectors. The highest rate of fractures occurred in the premolar connector.</p>","PeriodicalId":49152,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Prosthodontics-Implant Esthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2024-11-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142752073","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effect of daily immersion of different beverages on the surface roughness and color stability of 3D-printed denture base resins.","authors":"Mohammed M Gad, Hassan Alramadan, Mohammed Alkoudemi, Hussain Aljubran, Raand Altayyar, Deena Alghamdi, Nadim Z Baba, Soban Q Khan, Reem Abualsaud, Ahmed Fathey Elhagali, Fahad A Al-Harbi","doi":"10.1111/jopr.13993","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jopr.13993","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To measure the effect of daily immersion in varying beverages (distilled water, tea, carbonated beverage, and orange juice) on surface roughness and color stability of 3D-printed denture base resins.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>160 acrylic resin discs (15 × 2.5 mm) were made from heat-polymerized (HP), and 3D-printed resins (FormLabs, ASIGA, and NextDent). Resin discs (N = 40) were immersed in different solutions (distilled water, tea, carbonated beverage, or orange juice; (n = 10/group)). Surface roughness (R_a, µm) was measured initially (T₀), 6 months post immersion (T₁), and 12 months post immersion (T₂) using a non-contact profilometer. Color change (∆E₀₀) was calculated using CIEL2000 at T₁ and T₂ using a spectrophotometer. The data were analyzed using Mann-Whitney U test and Kruskal-Wallis test in addition to general linear modeling (α = 0.05).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Significant differences in surface roughness (R_a) were found between the baseline and immersion in distilled water, carbonated beverage, and orange juice (p < 0.05). HP resin showed increased roughness with all immersion solutions compared to T₀ with the highest value seen at T₁ with tea. ASIGA resin had the highest mean R_a of 1.78 (0.43) after carbonated beverage immersion, while FormLabs resin had the lowest mean R_a of 0.88 (0.06) after distilled water immersion. Tea immersion did not significantly affect R_a among the resins (p > 0.05). Noticeable color changes were observed after immersion in tea, carbonated beverage, and orange juice. All resins exceeded perceptibility and acceptability thresholds at T₁ and T₂. The combined effect of time and resin on color change was statistically significant (p < 0.001), while the combined effects of time/immersion solution, immersion solution/resin, and immersion solution/resin/time were not.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Carbonated beverage, tea, and orange juice increase the surface roughness of 3D-printed resins. Tea, carbonated beverage, and orange juice resulted in noticeable color changes of HP and 3D-printed denture base resins and this change was time-dependent.</p>","PeriodicalId":49152,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Prosthodontics-Implant Esthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2024-11-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142717518","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Flexural strength, surface roughness, and color stability of various CAD-CAM denture teeth materials.","authors":"Ahmet Orgev, Gulce Cakmak, Chin-Chun Peng, Grigoris Lavrentiadis, Rui Li","doi":"10.1111/jopr.13987","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jopr.13987","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To assess the flexural strength (FS), surface roughness, and color stability of additive manufactured (AM) and subtractive manufactured (SM) denture teeth materials, as well as the effect of thermocycling on these properties.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Eighty strips (20/material type; 64×10×3.3 mm) and 60 discs (15/material type; 12×4 mm) were fabricated from four different denture teeth materials (Straumann, Flexcera, Ivoclar, and Candulor). The specimens were divided into two subgroups (nonthermal cycled and 5000 thermal cycled,10 per subgroup), and subjected to a 3-point test for FS using a universal testing machine at a crosshead speed of 5.0 mm/min. Surface roughness (R_a, µm) and color differences (ΔE₀₀) of disc specimens were measured before and after thermocycling using a noncontact optical profilometer and a spectrophotometer, respectively. The CIEDE2000 formula was used to calculate the color differences (ΔE₀₀) before and after thermocycling. Data were analyzed using 2-way ANOVA followed by post hoc multiple comparison tests (α = 0.05).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>There was no significant difference in flexural strength between nonthermal cycled SM materials (p = 0.15), which were significantly higher than AM materials (p < 0.001). The flexural strength values of all tested materials were significantly reduced after thermocycling (p < 0.05). The material type had a significant effect on the R_a values (p < 0.001), whereas thermocycling did not (p = 0.81). After thermocycling, all materials exhibited color changes lower than the clinical perceptible threshold (ΔE₀₀= 2.7).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Thermocycling decreased the FS of denture teeth materials manufactured with AM and SM, but did not affect the surface roughness. The FS values of SM groups were significantly higher than AM materials, irrespective of thermocycling. No clinically significant color changes of the denture teeth material were noted.</p>","PeriodicalId":49152,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Prosthodontics-Implant Esthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2024-11-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142692942","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A comparative study of strength and surface properties of permanent 3D-printed resins with CAD-CAM milled fixed dental prostheses.","authors":"Mohammed M Gad, Hoor A Al Mahfoudh, Fatimah A Al Mahfuth, Kouthar A Hashim, Soban Q Khan, Faisal D Al-Qarni, Nadim Z Baba, Fahad A Al-Harbi","doi":"10.1111/jopr.13990","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jopr.13990","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To compare the strength, surface roughness, and hardness of newly introduced permanent three-dimensional (3D)-printed resin in comparison with computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD-CAM) milled materials.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Three 3D-printed resins (NextDent C&B, Formlabs Permanent Crown, and VarseoSmile Crown plus) and two CAD-CAM milled (IPS e.max ZirCAD LT and VITA Enamic) resins were used to fabricate discs specimens. A total of 200 disc specimens were fabricated according to manufacturer recommendations. Within each group, half of the specimens were subjected to thermal cycling (5°C-55°C, the 30 s, 5000 cycles). Aged and nonaged specimens were evaluated for biaxial flexural strength (BFS), surface roughness, and hardness. Results were statistically analyzed using analysis of variance (ANOVA) and t-tests (α = 0.05).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Significant differences (p < 0.05) were observed in the BFS, surface roughness, and hardness between the 3D-printed and milled groups, before and after thermal aging. Overall, the CAD-CAM milled ceramic group had superior strength, surface roughness, and hardness when compared to all other groups (p < 0.001), except for surface roughness after thermal aging, which was similar in all groups (p = 0.063). Within each group, there was no significant difference (p > 0.05) in surface roughness after thermal aging. BFS values of 3D-printed materials were statistically similar. In terms of surface roughness, Formlabs specimens displayed the highest value before and after thermal cycling, when compared to other 3D-printed materials. Regarding hardness, the VarseoSmile Crown plus group demonstrated the highest values compared to other 3D-printed materials, before and after thermal cycling.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Permanent 3D-printed resins have lower strength than CAD-CAM milled materials. 3D-printed permanent resin materials exhibited high roughness and comparable hardness to CAD-CAM materials. Thermal aging negatively affected the properties of 3D-printed permanent crowns. Owing to the low strength of 3D-printed permanent resins, they may not be recommended for clinical practice until further improvements in flexural strength are made to meet clinical standards.</p>","PeriodicalId":49152,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Prosthodontics-Implant Esthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2024-11-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142683138","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Craniofacial anatomical determinants of pediatric sleep-disordered breathing: A comprehensive review.","authors":"Kyung-A Kim, Su-Jung Kim, Audrey Yoon","doi":"10.1111/jopr.13984","DOIUrl":"10.1111/jopr.13984","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>This narrative review aims to elucidate the anatomical features of sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) in children. By identifying key structures and intervening proactively, we seek to alter craniofacial growth patterns and improve functional outcomes for SDB children.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The literature on pediatric sleep-disordered breathing (PSDB), pediatric obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), anatomical predispositions, and the relationship between skeletal deformity and PSDB was examined using PubMed and Google Scholar databases, covering studies from 2006 to 2024.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Forty relevant articles were reviewed, focusing on craniofacial characteristics associated with PSDB. The etiology of PSDB is multifactorial, with adenoid and palatal tonsil enlargement being the most common cause. While adenotonsillectomy is recommended as the primary treatment, residual SDB may result in craniofacial skeletal deformities contributing to upper airway constriction. Typical craniofacial phenotypes of SDB include excessive vertical growth and constriction of the maxilla, a retruded mandible, and posterior rotation, known as a Class II hyperdivergent pattern. Conversely, Class III with an underdeveloped maxilla shows a relatively lower risk for SDB due to reduced nasal cavity and nasopharyngeal airway volumes. Transverse maxillary constriction with a high, deep palatal vault is a significant risk factor. Additionally, nasal obstruction and low tongue posture, with or without a short lingual frenulum, are identified as craniofacial risk factors for SDB development in children.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Early diagnosis and intervention are critical in managing PSDB. Dentists, through screening and early treatment, can significantly influence craniofacial growth and health outcomes. A multidisciplinary approach is essential for effective management, improving the quality of life and long-term health of affected children.</p>","PeriodicalId":49152,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Prosthodontics-Implant Esthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2024-11-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142669277","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Comparative evaluation of human oral fibroblast proliferation on 3D-printed zirconia and silicon nitride as new ceramic materials for implant abutment.","authors":"Saumya Khurana, Yingzi Li, Matthew Kesterke, Xiaohua Liu, Amirali Zandinejad","doi":"10.1111/jopr.13986","DOIUrl":"10.1111/jopr.13986","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Cell adhesion and subsequent proliferation on material surfaces depend on the physical and chemical characteristics of the material. There is a lack of literature on human gingival fibroblast proliferation on comparatively newer additively manufactured materials like silicon nitride. This study focused on the physical characteristics of the materials with the aim to compare the adhesion and proliferation of human gingival fibroblasts on additively manufactured silicon nitride (AMSN) with additively manufactured zirconia, conventional milled titanium (MTi), and milled zirconia.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Surface roughness and water contact angle were measured by profilometer and goniometer, respectively. CCK-8 assay was done to assess the cell growth at 24 h (day 1), 48 h (day 2), and 72 h (day 3) in the same well. The morphologies of fibroblasts after cell attachment and proliferation were evaluated using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) after 72 h.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>At the end of 24 h (day 1) additively manufactured zirconia showed the best proliferation among the experimental groups, which was around 50% of the positive control group proliferation. There was no statistically significant difference among the experimental groups. At 48 h (day 2) and 72 h (day 3), a loss of cell growth was seen in almost all the experimental group wells. A positive cell proliferation on the AMSN was observed on day 3.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Comparable cell proliferation was observed in the experimental groups. No conclusive correlation could be drawn between cell proliferation and surface roughness and water contact angle values in the experimental groups.</p>","PeriodicalId":49152,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Prosthodontics-Implant Esthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2024-11-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142669276","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Wettability of saliva substitutes across various denture base fabrication techniques.","authors":"Paul Mikhail, Igor Pesun, Francisco Azpiazu-Flores, Rodrigo França","doi":"10.1111/jopr.13977","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jopr.13977","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>The present study evaluated the contact angles (CAs) of four denture base materials subjected to different surface treatments using deionized water and saliva substitutes.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>A total of 32 rectangular specimens were manufactured using four different denture base materials: heat-cured compression molded Lucitone 199 (C), milled Lucitone 199 (M), Formlabs Denture Base RP (P), and SR Ivocap High Impact (I). The CA of the surface of the unaltered, mechanically polished, and sandblasted surface specimens was evaluated after the application of five saliva substitutes: Biotene, VEGA, Spry, Moi-Stir, Dentilube, and ionized water. Ten droplet measurements were obtained for each group, with each droplet analyzed for advancing contact angle (ACA), receding contact angle (RCA), and the contact angle hysteresis (CAH) was calculated. The data of the experiment was analyzed using 2-way ANOVA, (α = 0.05) with Tukey's test.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>CAH was demonstrated to have statistically significant differences among the denture bases (p < 0.05), with unaltered 3D printed exhibiting the largest CAH, followed by unaltered milled. The unaltered denture bases exhibited higher CAH than the polished, and there were no significant differences in CAH among the polished denture bases (p > 0.05). Sandblasting increased the ACA of the milled and conventional bases. The saliva substitutes exhibited differences in ACA, with Spry and VEGA having the highest ACA, and Biotene had the lowest CA of all the saliva substitutes evaluated.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The manufacturing methods of denture bases influences the CAH, while the chemical composition of the denture base specimens does not appear to affect CAH. Sandblasting increases the ACA for the milled and conventional groups. Saliva substitutes do impact the ACA. Drawing from previous research, it is hypothesized that a 3D-printed denture base or sandblasting a milled denture base may offer greater resistance to dislodgement.</p>","PeriodicalId":49152,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Prosthodontics-Implant Esthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2024-11-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142631201","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Evaluation of thin-threaded implants primary stability in type IV bone right after maxillary sinus floor elevation: A human cadaver study.","authors":"Jean-Christophe Coutant, Camilla Canepa, Adrien Naveau, Cyril Sedarat, Yves Lauverjat, Bruno Ella","doi":"10.1111/jopr.13983","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jopr.13983","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>The bone-implant interface plays a crucial role in obtaining sufficient primary stability for dental implants in weak bone supports. The aim of this human cadaver study was to evaluate the primary stability of new thin-threaded implants when placed in type IV bone right after maxillary sinus floor elevation.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>The study followed the CACTUS (ChAracteristics of Cadaver Training and sUrgical Studies) guidelines. Twenty-four edentulous maxillary posterior zones with type IV bone and a residual bone height of 4 mm were selected using computed tomography scans. First, an osteotome sinus floor elevation was performed (C.M.C Tech, IBS IMPLANT, Daejeon, South Korea). Implants with thin threads (MagiCore, IBS IMPLANT, Daejeon, South Korea) were placed simultaneously. Samples were divided into two groups: Group 1 (G1): 11 mm-long implants with an elevation of 8 mm; Group 2 (G2): 7 mm-long implants with an elevation of 4 mm. Primary stability was assessed using resonance frequency analysis (RFA).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The average primary stability values in the mesiodistal (MD) direction were 45.67 ± 3.09 Implant Stability Quotient (ISQ) for G1 and 38.76 ± 16.94 ISQ for G2, and in the buccolingual direction were 43.33 ± 13.23 ISQ for G1 and 38.47 ± 16.14 ISQ for G2.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The primary stability of the thin-threaded implants was compatible with clinical osseointegration in sinus sites with limited bone contact area in both experimental situations. Clinical studies are needed to confirm these encouraging results.</p>","PeriodicalId":49152,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Prosthodontics-Implant Esthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2024-11-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142631210","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Association of edentulism and obstructive sleep apnea: A systematic review.","authors":"Aspasia Pachiou, Panagiotis Roulias, Paschalis Steiropoulos, Demetrios J Halazonetis, Stefanos Kourtis","doi":"10.1111/jopr.13981","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jopr.13981","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Sleep apnea is a common and underdiagnosed sleep-related breathing disorder. This systematic review aimed to evaluate the scientific evidence regarding the association between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and edentulism.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>An electronic search was conducted through PubMed (MEDLINE), Scopus, and Cochrane Library, up to January 2024. A systematic approach was followed according to the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses) statement guidelines. The literature search intended to retrieve all relevant clinical studies about any possible association between OSA and edentulism. Only publications in the English language were selected, and animal studies, in vitro studies, case reports, case series, technique presentation articles, and expert opinions were excluded.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 23 studies met the inclusion criteria and were included in this systematic review. They were published between 1999 and 2023 and were all clinical studies. These studies examined a possible association between OSA and edentulism and all of them agreed on their positive relation. Tooth loss favors anatomic alterations that deteriorate breathing. The severity of OSA was related to the extent and duration of edentulism. Mean Apnea-Hypopnea Index (AHI) scores in edentulous patients were found to be two to three times higher in comparison to dentate individuals, although the statistical data about it are scarce. No agreement was reached, however, about the use of dentures during sleep time, since the data are controversial.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The findings suggest that there is a plausible association between edentulism and OSA. Tooth loss impairs significant anatomic alterations and increases the risk for OSA. However, clinical data are limited and heterogeneous so more clinical studies should be encouraged for more robust conclusions.</p>","PeriodicalId":49152,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Prosthodontics-Implant Esthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2024-11-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142631191","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}