A multi-centered epidemiological study evaluating the validity of the treatment difficulty indices developed by the Japan Prosthodontic Society
ConclusionThis study revealed that the multi-axis assessment protocol was sufficiently valid to predict the level of treatment difficulty in prosthodontic care in patients with fully edentulous defects and with partially edentulous defects. (Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research)
Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Surface morphology of silicone soft relining material after mechanical and chemical cleaning
ConclusionsSurfaces cleaned using a soft bristle brush were less likely to roughen than those cleaned with a hard bristle brush under the conditions of this study. Additionally, chemical cleaning using the enzyme + neutral peroxide denture cleanser did not roughen the surface of the silicone soft relining material. (Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research)
Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Influence of additional reinforcement of fixed long-term temporary restorations on fracture load
ConclusionsThe study indicated that both CAD/CAM TRs and TRs with increased connector areas are suitable for long-term use of one year. No enhancement of fracture load was observed for fibre-reinforced TRs except for the fact that fractured TRs were not totally separated. (Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research)
Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
The smiling scan technique: Facially driven guided surgery and prosthetics
ConclusionsThe smiling scan is an effective, easy to use, and low-cost technique to develop a more comprehensive and simplified facially driven computer-assisted treatment plan, allowing a prosthetically driven implant placement and the delivery of an immediate computer aided design (CAD) computer aided manufacturing (CAM) temporary fixed dental prostheses (CAD/CAM technology). (Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research)
Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Cross-sectional observational study exploring clinical risk of titanium allergy caused by dental implants
ConclusionsThe prevalence of allergy-positive reactions for titanium allergens was lower than for other metal allergens. We suggest examination of pre-implant patients who have a history of hypersensitivity reactions to metals. (Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research)
Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Factors related to masticatory performance in healthy elderly individuals
ConclusionsMasticatory performance was closely associated with grip strength, maximum voluntary occlusal force, and diadochokinesis /ta/ among healthy elderly participants. (Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research)
Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Effect of preparation design for all-ceramic restoration on maxillary premolar: a 3D finite element study
ConclusionsThe preparation height appeared to play a more important role in the stress distribution of ceramic crown than the convergence angle. (Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research)
Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Piezoelectric surgery versus conventional drilling for implant site preparation: a meta-analysis
ConclusionsPS has not demonstrated superiority to conventional drilling for implant stability during the healing period. PS needs significantly longer surgery time than CS. Differences for implant survival rate were not found between the two techniques. (Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research)
Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
A digital approach to dynamic jaw tracking using a target tracking system and a structured-light three-dimensional scanner
ConclusionsThe digital implementation of mandibular movement using a 3D optical scanner and target tracking system is not prone to the same restrictions and limitations inherent in mechanical equipment; therefore, it is possible to reconstruct more realistic movement(s). This technique can be used in a wide variety of dental applications involving movement of the mandibular jaw, such as fabrication of dental prostheses, or for the diagnosis and treatment of temporomandibular joint disease. (Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research)
Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Development, validity and reliability of the Orofacial Esthetic Scale — Spanish version
ConclusionsOES is a valuable instrument to measure the orofacial appearance construct for Spanish-speaking populations. OES was concluded to be unidimensional with excellent score reliability and sufficient convergent score validity when compared with other Orofacial Appearance measures. Our results suggest that OES could be used in Spanish-speaking patients, an important and growing population around the globe. (Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research)
Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Relationship between status of dentition and incident functional disability in an elderly Japanese population: prospective cohort study of the Tsurugaya project
ConclusionsStatus of dentition was associated with incident functional disability in an elderly Japanese population. The findings of this study suggest that maintenance of remaining teeth and retention of occlusal supports contribute to the prevention of functional disability. (Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research)
Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Micro-CT evaluation of marginal and internal fit of cemented polymer infiltrated ceramic network material crowns manufactured after conventional and digital impressions
ConclusionsTDS group showed significantly better marginal and internal fit than the Trios group. No difference of the parameters was detected between the Impregum and both digital groups which implies that the digital impression technique is suitable in the manufacturing process of PICN material crowns. (Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research)
Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Loss of natural abutment teeth with cast copings retaining overdentures: a systematic review and meta-analysis
ConclusionsNatural tooth retained overdentures often constitute the last resort before edentulism and might aid in this transition, especially in very old patients with reduced adaptive capacities. Given correct design, preparation and aftercare, RODs with cast copings, still are a valid treatment option in partially edentulous patients. (Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research)
Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Effects of three drying methods of post space dentin bonding used in a direct resin composite core build-up method
ConclusionsEthanol drying was found to be more effective for post space dentin bonding, as compared with air drying and paper-point drying. (Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research)
Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Five year clinical outcomes and survival of chairside CAD/CAM ceramic laminate veneers — a retrospective study
ConclusionsChair-side computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing ceramic laminate veneers were clinically successful restorations with mean survival rate of 99.0 % and success rate of 96.4 % after 5 years. (Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research)
Source: Journal of Prosthodontic Research - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
