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{"title":"Effect of a chemically-modified-curcumin on dental resin biodegradation.","authors":"Qi Dai, Hsi-Ming Lee, Austin Giordano, Fu-Pen Chiang, Stephen G Walker, Rafael Delgado-Ruiz, Francis Johnson, Lorne M Golub, Ying Gu","doi":"10.3389/froh.2024.1506616","DOIUrl":"10.3389/froh.2024.1506616","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Previous studies have shown <i>Streptococcus mutans</i> (<i>S. mutans</i>) esterase is a key mediator of dental composite biodegradation, which can contribute to recurrent caries. This study is to investigate the inhibitory effects of a novel Chemically-Modified-Curcumin (CMC 2.24) on esterase activities and related dental material biodegradation.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Dental adhesive materials and composite resins were incubated in <i>S. mutans</i> suspension with CMC 2.24 and other compounds, including doxycycline, Chemically-Modified-Tetracycline (CMT-3), and curcumin for 4 weeks. The pre- and post-incubation surface roughness were evaluated by either laser diffraction pattern and/or a 3D laser scanning microscope. Esterase enzyme inhibition assays were performed with the same test groups and activities were determined spectrophotometrically.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Among all experimental groups, CMC 2.24 significantly reduced surface roughness of dental composite (<i>p</i> < 0.01) and adhesive (<i>p</i> < 0.01) materials compared to bacteria-only group. Additionally, CMC 2.24 reduced porcine esterase activity by 46.5%, while other compounds showed minimal inhibition. In the <i>S. mutans</i> esterase assay, CMC 2.24 showed inhibition of 70.0%, while other compounds showed inhibition ranging from 19% to 36%.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Our study demonstrated that CMC 2.24 inhibited biodegradation of dental composite material more effectively than its mother compound, curcumin. Moreover, the mechanism of this biodegradation was likely mediated through bacterial esterase activity. Doxycycline achieved similar inhibition by completely eradicating <i>S. mutans</i> with its antibiotic action; hence, it is not recommended for long-term use.</p>","PeriodicalId":94016,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers in oral health","volume":"5 ","pages":"1506616"},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11772268/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143061777","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":"Questionnaire survey on the clinical application of Hall technique preformed metal crowns in caries of primary molars in China.","authors":"Junhui Wang, Baize Zhang, Yujiang Chen, Lulu Wang, Yang Du, Xin Ge, Fen Liu, Jing Gong, Xiaojing Wang","doi":"10.3389/froh.2024.1513840","DOIUrl":"10.3389/froh.2024.1513840","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>To analyze the clinical application and limiting factors of the Hall technique (HT) preformed metal crowns in caries of primary molars and to provide reference for its clinical application based on a questionnaire survey.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>From June to December 2022, a questionnaire was distributed to pediatric dentists through the WeChat platform using \"Questionnaire Star\" to analyze the clinical application and influencing factors of the HT preformed metal crowns in caries of primary molars.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 700 survey questionnaires were distributed, and 650 valid questionnaires were recovered, with a effectiveness rate of 92.86%. In terms of the awareness level of the HT, only 11.08% of pediatric dentists fully understood, while 19.85% of those were completely unaware; In terms of the understanding methods, classes study accounted for 47.60%, and 28.79% of pediatric dentists understood through literature; In terms of the application of the HT, 46.15% of pediatric dentists had applied it, only 11.23% had frequently applied it, and 53.85% had never applied it; In terms of the usage time, the highest proportion was between 1 and 3 years, accounting for 40.33%, and only 9.67% were over 5 years; In terms of the choosing of indications, only 26.62% of pediatric dentists could select indications correctly; Regarding the choice of treatment methods for children who do not cooperate, only 19.54% of pediatric dentists chose the HT. The education background and nature of the workplace had a statistically significant difference in the application of the HT, the number of years of application, the selection of indications, and the choice of treatment methods for children who do not cooperate.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The survey showed that the awareness level and application frequency of the HT were relatively low in China. The understanding methods mainly learned through classes study.</p><p><strong>Clinical relevance: </strong>It is necessary to further promote the development of continuing education projects with the theme of clinical application of the HT and the guidance of clinical operation standards, in order to promote the clinical popularization of it in China.</p>","PeriodicalId":94016,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers in oral health","volume":"5 ","pages":"1513840"},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11770039/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143054649","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":"Motivation and experiences of dentists of primary care dental clusters in Hungary: a qualitative inquiry.","authors":"András Sztrilich, Gergő Túri, Csilla Kaposvári, Rita Teller, István Vingender","doi":"10.3389/froh.2024.1492387","DOIUrl":"10.3389/froh.2024.1492387","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>In recent years, dental clusters and networks have been established in primary care in many countries to improve access to services for the population and develop cooperation between providers. In Hungary, the first dental clusters were established in 2021, and currently, one-third of dental practices have already joined a cluster. The study aimed to gather and analyze early experiences regarding the motivation of participation in primary care dental clusters and experiences of implementation.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Qualitative in-depth individual interviews with primary care dentists (<i>n</i> = 21). The study was designed to meet the COREQ criteria for reporting qualitative research. The research team members defined a purposive sample of interviewees. All interviews were conducted from March to April 2024. A qualitative content analysis method was used to analyze the interview transcripts. The WHO health system framework was chosen for the theoretical framework of the analysis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The motivations for joining a dental cluster were financial reasons, professional development and knowledge exchange. Lack of information and distrust were barriers to joining the dental clusters. Different professional management practices have developed within the clusters. In the interviewees' opinion, the population's access to preventive dental services has not yet changed substantially under the new operational model. The portfolio of services offered by dental clusters could be expanded to include a range of types of care. Digital health technologies and innovative solutions should be developed and widely adopted.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>In designing policy measures to promote the broader adoption of the dental cluster model, it is helpful to consider the different factors influencing dentists' decisions during implementation. Dental clusters can benefit the public and dentists, but further development of the model and improvement of the primary conditions for the operation of practices are essential.</p>","PeriodicalId":94016,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers in oral health","volume":"5 ","pages":"1492387"},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11770032/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143054638","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":"Developing and validating a scale to measure perceived barriers to prosthodontics treatments among partially edentulous patients.","authors":"Rayan Sharka, Majd Alghamdi, Eman Dustakir, Mansour Alghamdi","doi":"10.3389/froh.2024.1517574","DOIUrl":"10.3389/froh.2024.1517574","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>People experiencing tooth loss need dental prostheses to preserve the integrity of their oral structures and replace the missing teeth. Patient-related outcome measures (PROMs) for perceived barriers to prosthodontics treatment are scarce in the literature.</p><p><strong>Aims: </strong>The aim of this study was to develop a comprehensive scale to identify and measure barriers to prosthodontic treatment as perceived by partially edentulous patients.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This cross-sectional study was conducted among <i>N</i> = 334 partially edentulous adults who seeking prosthodontic treatment. Data collection was carried out in February to September 2024. Exploratory factor analysis was utilized to elucidate the latent factor structure. A six-factor model was validated through confirmatory factor analysis. Reliability was evaluated using Cronbach's alpha. The convergent and discriminant validity of the final scale were assessed.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>EFA produced a 21-item scale grouped into six factors that explain 75.78% of the total variance with eigenvalues >1. All items showed acceptable reliability, ranging from 0.807 to 0.935. The first factor pertained to financial constraints; the second factor was concerning lack of knowledge and awareness; the third factor was related to anxiety and fear; the fourth factor related to negative past dental experiences; the fifth factor included issues related to limited accessibility to dental services; and the last factor was concerning insufficient dental guidance. The CFA results indicate an acceptable model fit, with standardized factor loadings spanning from 0.54 to 0.99. The model factors' convergent and discriminant validity were confirmed.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This study enhances the understanding of barriers to prosthodontic treatment in a Saudi Arabian teaching dental hospital. It introduces a novel scale for further data collection, aiding policymakers and stakeholders in addressing these barriers and improving public oral health. Future studies should validate this scale and explore its applicability in various contexts and populations.</p>","PeriodicalId":94016,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers in oral health","volume":"5 ","pages":"1517574"},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11757889/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143049221","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":"Periodontal pathogens and obesity in the context of cardiovascular risks across age groups.","authors":"Georgy Leonov, Yurgita Varaeva, Elena Livantsova, Andrey Vasilyev, Olga Vladimirskaya, Tatyana Korotkova, Dmitry Nikityuk, Antonina Starodubova","doi":"10.3389/froh.2024.1488833","DOIUrl":"10.3389/froh.2024.1488833","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of mortality and morbidity among noncommunicable diseases. Over the past decade, there has been a notable increase in the prevalence of CVDs among young individuals. Obesity, a well-known risk factor for CVDs, is also associated with various comorbidities that may contribute to cardiovascular risk. The relationship between periodontal pathogens and CVD risk factors, including obesity, smoking, lipid metabolism disorders, and inflammatory markers, remains underexplored.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This study examined the relationship between six periodontal pathogens (<i>Porphyromonas gingivalis, Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans, Treponema denticola, Tannerella forsythia, Prevotella intermedia, and Fusobacterium nucleatum</i>) and CVD risk factors among 189 subjects stratified by age and body mass index (BMI). Body composition was assessed via bioimpedance analysis, and blood samples were analyzed for lipid profiles, glucose, and proinflammatory cytokines. Oral samples were collected for polymerase chain reaction (PCR) analysis to identify periodontal pathogens. Cardiovascular and diabetes risk scores were calculated using the SCORE and FINDRISC scales.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The prevalence of periodontal pathogens in the population was 33.0% for <i>P. gingivalis</i>, 47.8% for <i>P. intermedia</i>, 63.4% for <i>A. actinomycetemcomitans</i>, 46.6% for <i>T. forsythia</i>, 46.6% for <i>T. denticola</i>, and 89.2% for <i>F. nucleatum</i>. Significant age- and BMI-related differences were observed in pathogen prevalence, particularly with <i>P. gingivalis</i>, <i>P. intermedia</i>, and <i>T. denticola</i>. Young obese individuals exhibited a higher prevalence of <i>P. intermedia</i> and <i>T. forsythia</i>. <i>P. gingivalis</i> was found to be associated with hypertension and dyslipidemia, while <i>P. intermedia</i> was linked to hypertension and obesity. <i>T. denticola</i> was associated with obesity, dyslipidemia and smoking, whereas <i>T. forsythia</i> was linked to dyslipidemia alone.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>This study highlights the potential connection between periodontal pathogens and risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease, including smoking, elevated BMI, increased adipose tissue, hypertension, and dyslipidemia. Further research is required to determine the causal relationships between oral microbiome dysbiosis, obesity and, systemic diseases and to develop an effective strategy for preventing oral health-related CVD risk factors in young adults.</p>","PeriodicalId":94016,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers in oral health","volume":"5 ","pages":"1488833"},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11754283/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143029510","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":"Forecasting the development of antimicrobial resistance of <i>S. aureus</i>.","authors":"Oleh Shemetov, Mariia Faustova, Tetiana Perepelova, Hennadii Balia, Ihor Pavlish, Galina Loban'","doi":"10.3389/froh.2024.1514070","DOIUrl":"10.3389/froh.2024.1514070","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Today, about 15.0% of odontogenic pathology is caused by <i>Staphylococcus aureus</i> (<i>S. aureus</i>). The aim of the study was to predict the development of antimicrobial resistance of <i>S. aureus</i> based on retrospective data.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A total of 425 patients undergoing treatment for odontogenic infectious diseases of the facial area during 2019-2023 were involved in the study. The object of the study was 106 clinical isolates of <i>S. aureus</i> that were isolated and identified from patients. Determining the sensitivity of the obtained isolates to antimicrobial drugs was carried out using Vitek antimicrobial susceptibility testing (Biomerioux, France) and analyzed according to the breackpoint tables of the EUCAST. Prediction of the development of antimicrobial resistance of <i>S. aureus</i> to various antibiotics was carried out on the basis of the received sensitivity data of the studied isolates in 2019-2023 using the exponential smoothing method.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The antimicrobial resistance of <i>S. aureus</i> isolates to various antibiotics changed annually during 2019-2023. The level of resistance of <i>S. aureus</i> isolates to benzylpenicillin wavered between 40%-50% from 2019 to 2023 with the trend of an 18.0% increase over the next five years. A uniform plateau of antimicrobial resistance of <i>S. aureus</i> to cefoxitin is predicted at the level of 32.0% during 2024-2028. We recorded the highest portions of <i>S. aureus</i> resistant to norfloxacin (33.3%) and ciprofloxacin (16.7%) in 2023 with prediction of its increasing in the next five years within the range of 20.0%. It was established that <i>S. aureus</i> may reach 100.0% resistance to gentamicin in 2027. According to exponential smoothing, the level of <i>S. aureus</i> resistance to amikacin will increase by 22.7% over the next five-year period. Moreover, representatives of this species of bacteria can develop complete (100.0%) resistance to tetracycline as early as 2027.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Mathematical prediction of the development of antimicrobial sensitivity of <i>S. aureus</i> isolates showed a high probability of its development to antibiotics of all groups in the next five years.</p>","PeriodicalId":94016,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers in oral health","volume":"5 ","pages":"1514070"},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11754302/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143030565","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effect of dry needling, ischemic compression and cross-taping of the masseter in patients with orofacial myofascial pain: a randomized comparative study.","authors":"B Macedo de Sousa, N López-Valverde, A López-Valverde, D Neves, M Santos, J A Blanco Rueda","doi":"10.3389/froh.2024.1524496","DOIUrl":"10.3389/froh.2024.1524496","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background and objective: </strong>Temporomandibular disorders, of multifactorial etiology, refer to a series of pathologies that affect the temporomandibular joint and the associated musculature of the orofacial region and are the result of alterations in the physiological relationships of the stomatognathic system, responsible for functions such as chewing, phonation and swallowing. They produce, among other symptoms, mainly pain, which affects the quality of life of the patients who suffer from them. To alleviate the discomfort of neuromuscular pathology in the orofacial region, various therapeutic strategies are employed, ranging from non-invasive to more invasive methods. The aim of the study was to compare the efficacy of three therapeutic methods (dry needling, ischemic compression and cross-taping) in reducing or relieving masseter pain in individuals with orofacial myofascial pain.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>A multicenter randomized comparative clinical trial was conducted in 60 subjects over 18 years of age, divided into three groups: dry needling, ischemic compression and cross-taping. Pain intensity was assessed, randomly, by a single blinded evaluator, according to the Numerical Pain Rating Scale in the pre-treatment period, immediately after, 1-2 weeks and one month later.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Immediately after applying the therapies, there was a greater decrease in pain intensity in dry needling, followed by ischemic compression and a smaller decrease in the cross-taping technique (<i>p</i> < 0.0001; <i>p</i> = 0.0001; <i>p</i> = 0.0014, respectively). After 1-2 weeks, there was a noticeable increase in the dry needling technique, however, there was a decrease in pain in the cross-taping technique. After 1 month of application, both dry needling and ischemic compression showed a slight reduction in pain intensity, in contrast to the cross-taping group, which showed an increase in pain intensity.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Dry needling and ischemic compression were more effective than cross-taping for immediate reduction of orofacial myofascial pain. Further short- and long-term research is needed to confirm these findings.</p><p><strong>Clinical trial registration: </strong>clinicaltrials.gov, identifier (NCT0660604).</p>","PeriodicalId":94016,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers in oral health","volume":"5 ","pages":"1524496"},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11747114/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143018935","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":"Revolutionizing dental research in the Pacific Islands: the Pacific Islands dental research framework.","authors":"Hemanth Tumkur Lakshmikantha, Ratu Osea Gavidi, Tokasa Leweni, Kantara Tiim, Kaitlyn Khan, Samantha Kumar","doi":"10.3389/froh.2024.1464700","DOIUrl":"10.3389/froh.2024.1464700","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Traditional dental research paradigms often lack relevance in marginalized cultural contexts due to inherent biases and misalignment with local values. For Pacific Islanders, this issue is pronounced, as they face serious oral health challenges while remaining underrepresented in scientific discourse. In response, the authors developed the Pacific Islands Dental Research Framework (PIDRF), a culturally informed, community-driven model that directly addresses these limitations in conventional Western approaches. PIDRF supports indigenous priority-setting, reciprocal co-gauging, and cross-sector collaboration throughout the research process, guided by cultural relationship specialists and indigenous advisory boards. This framework expands diagnostic assessments to incorporate cultural and social determinants of oral health, combining holistic and culturally tailored therapies. By continuously integrating patient feedback, PIDRF fosters empathetic, effective support that aligns with Pacific values. PIDRF promotes knowledge-sharing, policy reform, and community-led advancements, enabling Pacific communities to lead in improving their oral health outcomes. This framework introduces an ethical, decolonized model for dental research, setting a new standard for culturally responsive research in Pacific contexts.</p>","PeriodicalId":94016,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers in oral health","volume":"5 ","pages":"1464700"},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11747268/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143018940","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":"Exploring the use, perceptions, and challenges of mini-implants in orthodontic practice: a survey study.","authors":"Tinela Panaite, Carina Balcos, Carmen Savin, Nicolae Daniel Olteanu, Nikolaos Karvelas, Cristian Romanec, Raluca-Maria Vieriu, Alice Chehab, Irina Zetu","doi":"10.3389/froh.2024.1483068","DOIUrl":"10.3389/froh.2024.1483068","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The present study aims to explore and evaluate current practices among orthodontic specialists regarding the use of mini-implants, focusing on factors influencing usage decisions, experience in placement, perceptions of outcomes, and future perspectives of these devices in orthodontic practice. It seeks to explore the association between specialists' experience levels and their perceptions of mini implants, as well as the challenges encountered in their use. It is hypothesized that orthodontic specialists' perceptions and practices regarding the usage of mini implants are influenced by various factors, including their experience, training engagement, treatment outcomes, and preferences.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>The study was conducted using an online, cross-sectional survey developed on the Survio platform to assess orthodontic specialists' perceptions of the clinical effectiveness and advantages of mini-implants in orthodontic treatments. The survey, consisting of 24 closed-ended questions in binary and multiple-choice formats, covered demographics, theoretical knowledge, clinical experience, and educational resources related to mini-implant use. Orthodontic specialists from Romania were invited to participate through the AREO association, and the survey was open for 12 weeks. Data collected from the survey were analyzed using descriptive statistics and multivariate logistic regression in SPSS software (Version 28), with a statistical significance threshold set at <i>p</i> < 0.05.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>through a comprehensive analysis of survey data, the study investigates factors influencing specialists' perceptions, challenges encountered in practice, training engagement, material preferences, treatment outcomes, and indications for mini-implant usage. Notable correlations and discrepancies between documented literature and orthodontists' responses in Romania regarding mini-implant indications are explored, shedding light on the diversity of applications in orthodontic procedures highlighting the significance of education, training, and technical support in enhancing mini-implant utilization. Strategies to address barriers and promote informed decision-making among orthodontists are discussed.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>the study reveals diverse preferences and utilization patterns regarding mini-implants across different orthodontic procedures, reflecting the versatility and adaptability of these devices in addressing various clinical needs. By comparing documented literature with real-world practices, the study identifies both correlations and discrepancies, providing valuable insights into the practical application of mini-implants in orthodontic treatments.</p>","PeriodicalId":94016,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers in oral health","volume":"5 ","pages":"1483068"},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11753234/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143026047","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":"Septic arthritis of the temporomandibular joint-a case report and review of the literature.","authors":"Shareef Araidy, Naseem Maalouf, Eran Front, Imad Abu El-Naaj","doi":"10.3389/froh.2024.1496094","DOIUrl":"10.3389/froh.2024.1496094","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Septic arthritis occurring in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) has received significantly less attention than it deserves. This condition can severely compromise joint functionality, especially if left untreated. Its typical presentation includes pain, fever, swelling, and the loss of TMJ functions. We report a case of TMJ septic arthritis arising in the left joint of a 52-year-old woman. Our report, along with a review of the literature, highlights the importance for early detection of TMJ septic arthritis, its clinical and radiographic characteristics, as well as the management of this rare disease and the proposed etiologies of its pathogenesis. Raising awareness among healthcare providers can promote early diagnosis, improving outcomes and preventing complications of TMJ septic arthritis.</p>","PeriodicalId":94016,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers in oral health","volume":"5 ","pages":"1496094"},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11756522/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143029897","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}