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Case ReportView abstract PDF Full textRegional odontodysplasia (ROD) or the ghost teeth is an anomaly of form and structure, it is a sectoral injury of the development of dental tissues of ectodermal and mesodermal origin. It affects several teeth of one or more quarters, known as ghost teeth, inconspicuous on the x-ray. Clinically, often characterized by retained small permanent teeth and frequent abscesses. On x-ray, we see a thin enamel, abnormal coronal dentin, wide pulp chamber, short roots with open apices and an indistinct dentin-enamel limit. The etiologies are not of genetic origin and several hypotheses had been proposed, either local causes (vascular disorders) or environmental etiologies (metabolic disorder) [1,2]. In this case report, we will address the treatment of a regional dysplasia which concerns the maxillary upper left sector and describe mineralization o..... ReadMore
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Review ArticleView abstract PDF Full textPeriodontitis is an infection of the supporting tissues of the teeth. Just like periodontitis can have an effect on systemic health, there are various systemic conditions that can also have an impact on periodontium. There are various systemic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, cardiac issues, which do have an effect on periodontium and for these individuals...... ReadMore
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Case ReportView abstract PDF Full textStress, pain, injuries, and errors in dental procedures are situations highly linked to dentistry derived from multiple factors making this profession a profession with high physical and mental demand to achieve quality treatment without deteriorating the health of those who perform it, in this case, the dentist, the assistant, and hygienist...... ReadMore
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Case ReportView abstract PDF Full textRadix entomolareis or supernumerary root is a rare anomaly of root. Radix entomoralis is more commonly seen in permanent dentition and rarely in deciduous dentition. The presence of an extra root can be a problem for the clinicians if the extra root is not radiographically evaluated as it may be left untreated during endodontic therapy or may cause injury to the developing tooth bud in cases of extraction...... ReadMore
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Case ReportView abstract PDF Full textDespite the long-standing concept of pulp tissue necrosis as the main etiologic factor for periapical lesions, there has been new evidence that inflamed vital dental pulps can cause apical periodontitis (AP). Infected pulp could heal when the etiological factor is eliminated. The present cases aimed to assess the outcome of vital pulp therapy (VPT) in permanent teeth with vital pulps and signs of an AP...... ReadMore
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Research ArticleView abstract PDF Full textThe objective of this study was to perform an integrative literature review on whether there is scientific evidence linking children’s oral health conditions with caregiver neglect. An integrative literature review based on the PRISMA method was developed...... ReadMore
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Research ArticleView abstract PDF Full textIt is not known whether cleaning with a bristle brush can completely remove debris from fractured surfaces in the case of fractured teeth are left untreated after traumatic injuries. Therefore, the present study investigated the necessity of pre-treatment with a low-speed round bur instead of cleaning with a bristle brush and compared the adhesive effect to tooth surfaces with several etching systems..... ReadMore
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Research ArticleView abstract PDF Full textThe purpose of this study is to assess the impact of selected dental health behaviors on the prevalence and severity of Early Childhood caries (ECC), among a group of Lebanese preschool children. A total of 500 preschool children, age 3 to 5 years were chosen with stratified random sample technique with proportional allocation of the subjects, into different strata. Out of the 500 students chosen..... ReadMore