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Prosthodontics - Science topic
Prosthodontics is the dental specialty pertaining to the diagnosis, treatment planning, rehabilitation and maintenance of the oral function, comfort, appearance and health of patients with clinical conditions associated with missing or deficient teeth and/or oral and maxillofacial tissues using biocompatible substitutes.
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Congenitally missing teeth are frequently presented to the dentist. Interdisciplinary approach may be needed for the proper treatment plan.[1,2] The available treatment modalities to replace congenitally missing teeth include prosthodontic fixed and removable prostheses, resin bonded retainers, orthodontic movement of maxillary canine to the latera...
This course will cover both anterior and posterior restoration techniques, blending artistic approaches with clinical skills. Participants will engage in practical workshops and case discussions, enhancing their ability to achieve optimal aesthetic results in restorative dentistry.[1-10]
By the End, Here’s What You’ll Be Able to Do:
• Master anteri...
Congenitally missing teeth are frequently presented to the dentist. Interdisciplinary approach may be needed for the proper treatment plan.[1,2] The available treatment modalities to replace congenitally missing teeth include prosthodontic fixed and removable prostheses, resin bonded retainers, orthodontic movement of maxillary canine to the latera...
Aim: This study aims to assess Croatian dentists' knowledge, attitudes, and use of artificial intelligence (AI) and modern technology, while also identifying perceived barriers to AI and modern technology adoption and evaluating the need for further education and training. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted in February 20...
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The advent of digital technologies has introduced novel methods for RPD fabrication, potentially enhancing the fit compared to the conventional approaches. This systematic review aimed to evaluate the methods to assess the accuracy of fit and precision of the RPD framework fabricated using conventional and digital (3D printed and milled)...
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Oral health and edentulism significantly impact quality of life (QoL). However, the relationship between oral health-related quality of life (OHQoL) and sexual function remains unclear.
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To assess OHQoL and the prevalence of sexual dysfunction (SD) in women before and after oral rehabilitation.
Methods
The study involved 102 women (...
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Contemporary dental education requires swift assimilation of technological advancements to prepare the future generation of dentists. Integrating digital tools, such as prepCheck software in crown preparations offers a promising avenue for enhancing the learning experiences of dental students. This study aimed to evaluate the perceptions...
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This study evaluates the mechanical properties of dental crown prosthodontic materials by investigating the flexural strength and stress distribution of various ceramic materials, including milled zirconia and two ceramics fabricated using LCM technology, employing Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
Methods
Seventy‐five samples were divided...
Introducción: La remoción de tumores benignos origina secuelas craneofaciales, que alteran la anatomía y las funciones del aparato estomatognático de los pacientes afectados. Objetivo: El objetivo de este reporte de caso es presentar un abordaje integral de un paciente con maxilectomía parcial superior por remoción quirúrgica de un adenoma pleomórf...
Digital dentures are removable dental prostheses fabricated using computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) technology. This study aimed to explore the trends in digital dentures. A comprehensive four-phase search and selection strategy was framed.
Dimensions and Lens.org databases were used. Boolean operators were used to combin...
Dentistry is steadily evolving along the digital pathway at a constant and sure pace. Intraoral scanners (IOSs) started to enhance the precision and trueness of the restorations, making prosthodontics treatment more predictable. The objective of this study was to compare the trueness and internal fit of the printed provisional veneers for 60 prepar...
PMMA (Polymethyl methacrylate) is a wide range of polymers are commonly used for various applications in prosthodontics. And the embedding of tooth specimens for research purposes. The unique properties of PMMA, such as its low density, aesthetics, cost-effectiveness, ease of manipulation, and tailorable physical and mechanical properties, make it...
Background: Shade selection is a critical procedure of any esthetic prosthodontic treatment process. Despite its importance, there is a concern regarding the awareness and knowledge of shade selection among dental students and practitioners. Purpose: To evaluate the knowledge of dental students and practitioners regarding shade selection principles...
Introdução: A reabilitação oral com próteses fixas unitárias e parciais sob implantes dentários têm se tornado uma prática comum na implantodontia moderna. O planejamento cuidadoso e a execução precisa são cruciais para o sucesso do tratamento, considerando a complexidade dos casos e as expectativas dos pacientes. Objetivo: Este artigo tem como obj...
Introducción: El tromboembolismo pulmonar (TEP) es la migración de un trombo desde el sistema venoso hacia el lecho vascular pulmonar. El TEP es un problema sanitario importante con una morbimortalidad alta. En EEUU el TEP ocurre en 302 por cada 100.000 pacientes y representa más de 100.000 muertes al año. El TEP masiva se asocia con signos de ines...
Amelogenesis imperfecta (AI) represents a group of conditions characterized by enamel malformation associated with genetic disorders. 1 Therapeutically , early recognition is essential, followed by an interdisciplinary treatment plan involving prosthodontics and, in severe cases, en-dodontics, orthodontics, and maxillofacial surgery. 2-4 Pros-theti...
Resumen Desde un corpus a modo de trípode siempre inestable, colocamos en diálogo tres obras diversas en tres aspectos articulados: su materialidad, el trabajo con la temporalidad y el desastre ambiental como horizonte temático. La infancia del mundo (2023), novela distópica del escritor Michel Nieva; la serie fotográfica Antropogénico (2023) de Da...
A Odontologia Digital representa uma revolução no setor odontológico, integrando tecnologias avançadas que substituem métodos convencionais, como moldagem e fundição, por sistemas mais precisos e rápidos. Inicialmente voltada para fins administrativos, a digitalização expandiu-se para o ambiente clínico a partir da década de 1990, com a introdução...
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Reconstruction of maxillofacial defects is challenging due to the region’s complex anatomy. During the COVID-19 era, many patients lost their maxilla and chewing efficiency as a result of Mucormycosis. In such cases, custom-designed implants offer a graftless solution for seemingly hopeless situations. This case report aims at miraculous...
Introducción. La herniorrafia inguinal es una cirugía ampliamente realizada a nivel mundial, con casi 20 millones de procedimientos anuales. En la literatura no se describen diferencias significativas en las tasas de recurrencia entre las técnicas laparoscópicas, pero estos resultados difieren en cuanto a la fijación de la malla. Métodos. Estudio r...
Rationale: This case report presents the management of a patient with the rare occurrence of SmithLemli-Opitz Syndrome (SLOS) and complete cleft palate Patient Concerns: The patient's cleft palate repair was not done in infancy, and she reported to the dental institution complaining of difficulty with proper food intake and speech. A clinical exami...
Wear at the male–female interface of retentive elements in implant-supported removable prostheses is the most frequent complication in such applications. The lack of an ideal/optimal insertion path, as well as the fabrication inaccuracies, are the primary contributors to this issue. A male attachment with a common ball anchor enhanced by lateral fl...
Three-dimensional printing has transformed dentistry by enabling the production of customized dental restorations, aligners, surgical guides, and implants. A variety of polymers and composites are used, each with distinct properties. This review explores materials used in 3D printing for dental applications, focusing on trends identified through a...
Il contributo si concentra sulla rappresentazione del mutilato come disabile nell’opera di F.T. Marinetti. Dapprima sono passati in rassegna i luoghi in cui l’autore celebra il corpo degli amputati di guerra. Successivamente si rintracciano nei medesimi scritti degli aspetti problematici. Infine segue un bilancio critico sul trattamento della disab...
Background/Objectives: The presence of enamel on the tooth surface is crucial for the long-term success of minimally invasive adhesive restorations such as dental veneers. Our study aims to evaluate the enamel thickness in the incisal, middle, and cervical portions of the labial surface of the upper central incisors using cone beam computed tomogra...
Objectives To assess the structural alterations in peri-implant bone occurring 5 years after prosthodontic loading in pano
ramic radiography (PR).
Methods PR images of 44 mandibular and 33 maxillary implants along with 42 healthy control teeth taken before and 5 years
after prosthodontic loading were included. Two regions-of-interest (ROI) were se...
The Golden Proportion of dentistry is a mathematical analysis tool for assessing the widths and the dominance of the maxillary anterior teeth. It is done from a frontal photographic view of the patient.The simplest description of the golden proportion is that if we take the lateral incisor as a factor of 1, then the central incisor would be 1.6. Th...
A digital smile design (DSD) was first virtually created and then followed by a diagnostic wax-up digitally followed
by a gingival contouring procedure. Anterior guidance was developed after articulating the casts digitally followed by crown designing was
done. All ceramic lithium disilicate crowns were fabricated and cemented using universal adhes...
Prevención de la resorción ósea. Abordaje alternativo seguro en la mentoplastia con rellenos Prevention of bone resorption. A safe and effective alternative to mentoplasty with fillers MEDICINA ESTÉTICA-Nº 81-4º T-2024 RESUMEN Introducción. Estudios y revisiones, principalmente desde 2018, refieren un aumento de casos de resorción ósea mentoniana c...
The article describes the formation and peculiarities of the organization of the Department of Prosthetic Dentistry as an independent structural unit of the Bukovinian State Medical University. A detailed analysis of personnel potential, features of educational and medical processes, and scientific achievements was carried out. The article is dedic...
AIM: The present study was done for Comparative evaluation of quality of life in first time denture wearer vs second time denture wearer. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The study was conducted on fifty patients divided into two groups: Group A and Group B. In Group A, 25 completely edentulous patient with previous denture history and in Group B, new dentur...
Objetivo: estudiar el diseño de prótesis parcial removible en torus palatino desde una revisión de literatura. Método: se aplicó revisión sistemática, la población se refinó a 15 articulos científicos. Resultados: Los torus, dependiendo de su tamaño y ubicación, pueden requerir ajustes específicos o la incorporación de técnicas de alivio en la prót...
Objetivo: estudiar el diseño de prótesis parcial removible en clase III de Kennedy desde una revisión de la literatura. Método: se aplicó revisión sistemática, la población se refinó a 15 artículos científicos. Resultados y Conclusión: El diseño de prótesis parcial removible (PPR) en clase III de Kennedy se beneficia significativamente de los avanc...
Objetivo: analizar las indicaciones de higiene a pacientes portadores de prótesis parcial removible PPR. Método: se aplicó revisión sistemática, la población se refinó a 15 articulos científicos. Resultados y Conclusión: Las técnicas de limpieza, como el cepillado manual y el uso de limpiadores ultrasónicos, son efectivas para reducir la acumulació...
Objetivo: describir el proceso de preparación de paciente para colocación de prótesis parcial removible. Método: se aplicó revisión sistemática, la población se refinó a 15 artículos científicos. Resultados y Conclusión: La preparación del paciente para la colocación de una prótesis parcial removible (PPR) es un proceso integral que abarca tanto la...
Si bien existe una larga lista de complicaciones posibles postreemplazo valvular aórtico, las lesiones del septum interventricular son excepcionales. Se presenta un caso de un paciente de 24 años con hipertensión arterial secundaria a coartación de aorta, válvula aórtica bicús-pide con insuficiencia leve y comunicación interauricular, que en 2018 s...
Objetivo: Investigar a associação do uso de próteses dentárias com a disfunção temporomandibular (DTM) em pessoas com doença de Parkinson. Métodos: Estudo transversal com uso de fonte de dados secundários de duas pesquisas que foram realizadas nos anos de 2017-2018, e continham 293 prontuários de pessoas com Parkinson. Para o diagnóstico da disfunç...
Dear Editor,
I am writing to advocate for the integration of digital dentistry into undergraduate dental curricula, a crucial step for preparing future dental professionals in an increasingly technology-driven field. The rapid advancements in digital tools, such as CAD/CAM systems, 3D printing, and digital imaging, have fundamentally transformed d...
Objectives The aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of ChatGPT-4.0 in planning tooth-supported fixed prostheses by examining the accuracy, repeatability, and consistency of its responses across various prosthodontic cases. Materials and methods 1,140 responses were generated for 38 questions regarding simple and complex prosthetic cas...
PURPOSE. Studies about success of FPDs (fixed partial dentures) mostly include
restorations built by different clinicians. This results in limited comparability
of the data. The aim of this study was to evaluate complications of all-ceramic
FPDs built by 1 dentist between 2011 to 2023. MATERIALS AND METHODS. 342
all-ceramic FPDs were observed durin...
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The purpose of this bibliometric analysis is to identify the 100 most cited articles and delve into citation metrics to gain insights into the evolving trends in shade‐matching methods in dentistry.
Material and Methods
Following PRISMA guidelines, two reviewers conducted a structured search in Scopus using keyword‐based search strings....
Descrever um relato de caso clínico em reabilitação estética substituindo facetas em resina compostas para laminados cerâmicos, do seu planejamento executado por meio do fluxo digital à realização das etapas clínicas enfatizando os benefícios do protocolo conservador. Paciente sexo feminino, 30 anos, compareceu ao curso de especialização em prótese...
Background
Mandibular ridge resorption is a common problem in edentulous individuals, particularly in postmenopausal women. Body mass index (BMI) has been suggested as a potential factor influencing ridge resorption, but the relationship between the two remains unclear.
Methods
A study was conducted to evaluate mandibular ridge resorption in post-m...
Objective: To compare mean peri-implant Marginal Bone Loss in patients receiving dental implants with micro-threaded collars with those receiving dental implants with machined collars. Study Design: Quasi-experimental study. Place and Duration of Study: Prosthodontics Department, Armed Forces Institute of Dentistry, Rawalpindi Pakistan, from Feb to...
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To date, no suitable model tooth has been available for all standard restorative and prosthodontic procedures. To fill this gap, a realistic multilayer tooth with enamel, dentin, integrated caries, pulp, and electrometric and X-ray imaging abilities was developed. The aim of this study was to test the printed tooth while focusing on cari...
Over the last few years, considerable attention has been devoted to glass fiber-reinforced composites
(GFRCs) in the field of dentistry. Glass fiber-reinforced composites are useful in prosthodontics, endodontics,
restorative dentistry, orthodontics, and periodontics. This study considered various aspects related to GFRCs
to assess the publications...
A osteoporose é uma doença osteometabólica caracterizada pela diminuição gradual da massa óssea. Essa condição associada à deficiente higiene oral pode comprometer mais as estruturas ósseas ocasionando mobilidade, perda de dentes remanescentes e, consequentemente, também da prótese dentária. O objetivo do trabalho consistiu em relatar um caso clíni...
This course will cover both anterior and posterior restoration techniques, blending artistic approaches with clinical skills. Participants will engage in practical workshops and case discussions, enhancing their ability to achieve optimal aesthetic results in restorative dentistry.[1-10]
By the End, Here’s What You’ll Be Able to Do:
• Master anteri...
As the discipline of prosthodontics evolves, it encounters a dynamic landscape characterized by innovation and improvement. This comprehensive analysis underscores future developments and transformative solutions across its various subspecialties: fixed, removable, implant, and maxillofacial prosthodontics. The narrative review examines the latest...
La innovación tecnológica en el control de prótesis mioeléctricas es esencial para mejorar la funcionalidad de personas con discapacidad motora. Este estudio tuvo como objetivo diseñar e implementar un sistema no invasivo de adquisición de señales electromiográficas (EMG) para clasificar los movimientos básicos de miembros superiores utilizando red...
Background and Objectives: The aim of this bibliometric analysis is to explore the impact of 3D imaging in dentistry by examining articles published over the past two decades.
Materials and Methods: The electronic search utilized the terms "digital dentistry" AND "implant placement" OR "radiation dose" OR "accuracy" OR "clinical outcomes" OR "3D im...
Introduction: Absence of teeth i.e., edentulism is a common oral health issue worldwide and is an under evaluated disability. It is a preventable oral disability which brings major impact on overall health of individuals affecting the function, aesthetics, comfort and psychology. So, it should be identified and awareness for its management should b...
En los últimos años, los avances en bioingeniería han permitido resolver problemas que afectan al ser humano desde
hace mucho tiempo, como la detección de señales corporales como EMG, EEG y ECG. Estas señales se utilizan en
diversas áreas, como el análisis de emociones y el control de prótesis robóticas. El descubrimiento y aprovechamiento
de estas...
The field of prosthodontics has seen substantial advancements with the integration of digital workflows, which have revolutionized traditional clinical practices. These digital technologies, including intraoral scanners (IOS), computer-aided design (CAD), and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), have enhanced the precision, efficiency, and overall q...
Background: Systemic sclerosis (SS) is a debilitating disease that affects oral and any other tissues including skin, bone, blood vessels, and the connective tissues by excessive collagen accumulation. It is a difficult case for oral rehabilitation, let alone dental implantation. In this regard, only few studies have been conducted. This article re...
El envejecimiento, es un proceso normal de cambios relacionados con el paso del tiempo, se inicia al nacer y continúa a lo largo de la vida. Envejecer saludablemente requiere de la participación de la familia, comunidad, y de los servicios de salud. Los problemas bucales más comunes son caries dental, enfermedad periodontal, pérdida parcial o total...
Reflective practice is viewed as a theoretical and pedagogical concept in higher education having several diverse approaches and interpretations. The most important aspect of reflective practice is that it is a necessary quality assurance aspect of higher education which should occur recurrently and at different stages of the program. It usually en...
Background. The various advantages of crown materials produced using three-dimensional (3D) printers have increased their use in restorative and prosthetic dentistry in recent years. Accordingly, their optical and mechanical properties have become more important.
Objective: This study is aimed at detailing a technique for digitally fabricated fixed restoration for both immediate replacement after extraction and splinting of the adjacent mobile teeth.
Clinical Considerations: Demand for a fixed restoration of the missing teeth in the mandibular anterior region is very common but sometimes problematic for den...
Metodologia Objetivos La discriminación por edad, que afecta a los adultos mayores, se expresa en un conjunto de acciones que tienden a tratar al individuo con estándares inferiores en razón exclusiva de la edad misma. Se muestra que la discriminación por edad no actúa aislada, sino que actúa con otros factores, aumentado el riesgo de vulnerabilida...
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Auto-polymerizing acrylic resins, composed primarily of poly(methyl methacrylate) and methyl methacrylate, are crucial in prosthetic dentistry due to their ease of use, cost-effectiveness, and acceptable aesthetics, polymerizing at room temperature to form solid polymer networks. One of the most important mechanical properties of these r...
Background: The purpose of a fixed prosthodontic treatment may vary from the restoration of a single tooth to the complete rehabilitation of full occlusion. Finish line design is important in any tooth preparation, as finish line ensures the success of the future prosthesis. Finish line affects not only retention but also stability of fixed prosthe...
Background: This study was designed to find out and compare gingival condition, periodontal condition, periodontal pocket depth and root caries of the abutment teeth in response to modified ridge lap and sanitary Pontic.
Method: It was a prospective comparative clinical study. This study was carried out in department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of D...
Objective: One of the essential characteristics that define a career is professionalism, which encompasses commitments, actions, standards, and objectives. Background: The study was aimed to assess the perception of dental faculty and residents towards DOPS as a method to assess professionalism and also the perception of participants towards inclus...
Background: Digital dentistry includes treatments performed by means of digital or computer-controlled components rather than using mechanical or electrical equipment. The advancement of digital technology and the commencement of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) and 3D printing has brought large changes to the trad...
Minimally invasive dentistry indicates an operative intervention to correct or manipulate a dental anomaly or lesion while focusing on preserving the original tissues as much as possible. Losing teeth or teeth loss is one of the most common problems patients have always suffered from due to different reasons, such as caries, trauma, or periodontal...
Based on data from the Basic Health Research 2018, indicate a correlation between age and tooth loss, yet denture utilization remains comparatively low. Dental therapists are primarily responsible for enhancing oral health by preventing, treating, and managing dental problems. While authorized to collaborate with dental specialists in providing med...
Introducción. La ingestión por cáusticos es un problema de salud pública a nivel mundial debido a la alta carga de morbilidad, mortalidad y costos. Por eso, es indispensable tener conocimientos claros sobre la situación en la población adulta, sin extrapolar datos de manejo de población pediátrica. Métodos. Se realizó una revisión crítica de la inf...
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Rehabilitation of edentulous jaws with implant-supported overdenture has achieved a comprehensive acclamation across the globe due to compromised retention and stability in conventional complete dentures. In dentistry, low-level laser therapy (LLLT) has become a viable treatment option for lowering inflammation, easing pain, and speeding up wou...
Mucormycosis (Zygomycosis) is an opportunistic fungal infection caused by saprophytic fungus that invades rapidly and it is mainly associated with medically compromised patients. Paltauf first discovered this uncommon infection in human being in 1885.This clinical case report describes a post-operative prosthodontics management of acquired right si...
The connection between periodontal and endodontic diseases has been a topic of interest for many years. The simultaneous presence of pulpal pathosis and inflammatory periodontal disease complicates diagnosis and treatment planning, necessitating a comprehensive treatment approach that combines endodontic, periodontic, and prosthodontic intervention...
El texto recorre algunos momentos y modos de la des-identificación, esto es, la separación entre un cuerpo viviente y los papeles que lo sujetan a un Estado. Si en la cultura popular de los 1960s latinoamericanos la carencia de documentación podía llegar a experimentarse como un modo utópico de la libertad, las dictaduras del cono sur poco más tard...
El impacto de las prótesis fijas en la salud periodontal de pacientes en las clínicas odontológicas de la USGP fue evaluado con el objetivo de determinar los cambios en los parámetros clínicos periodontales antes y después de su colocación, identificar factores de riesgo para complicaciones periodontales y explorar las percepciones de los pacientes...
