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Comorbidities And Final Outcome Of Post Covid-19 Associated Oral Mucormycosis Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study, Dalia Ghalwash, Asmaa Abou-Bakr, Ayman El-Gawish

Dentistry

Background

Mucormycosis is an invasive and possibly fatal fungal infection that frequently affects the mouth. Co-infection in post COVID-19 patients is an emerging concern, owing to their complex nature and higher mortality. Therefore, this study aimed to report the underlying risk factors, clinical characteristics, presentation, and final outcome of COVID-19 associated oral mucormycosis cases.

Results

This study included 51 patients with oral mucormycosis 28 (55%) males and 23 (45%) females. Twenty-three patients (45%) presented with deep necrotic ulcer, 16 patients (31%) presented with superficial ulcer, and 12 patients (23%) of them presented with fistula. The overall survival rate was 51% …

Evaluation Of Different Approaches For Management Of Separated Endodontic Instruments. (In-Vitro Study), Engy M. Kataia Professor, Hala Fayek Ass. Professor, Osama Ahmed El-Karamany

Dentistry

Objective: to evaluate different approaches (ultrasonic troughing, and trephine bur

with extractors) to manage separated endodontic instruments.

Methods and Materials: A block of wax containing mandibular molars were

scanned to get preoperative CBCT to select a total number of 32 mandibular molars

that were later divided into two groups (n=16) according to file retrieval procedure:

Group (A) (control group): the broken segment was retrieved by ET-25 ultrasonic

tips, Group (B): the broken segment was retrieved by micro-extractor (Zumax

retrieval kit). Traditional endodontic access cavity was created, orifice opener was

used to make coronal third enlargement up to 4mm of …

Build Angle Effect On 3d-Printed Dental Crowns Marginal Fit Using Digital Lightprocessing And Stereo-Lithography Technology: An In Vitro Study, Ahmed Sabet

Dentistry

Background The effect of 3D printing technology and build angle on the marginal fit of printed crowns is unclear. The objective of this research was to use digital light processing (DLP) and stereo-lithography (SLA)-based 3D printing to construct single restorations with varied build angles and to analyze the crowns′ marginal fit. Methods A prepared resin first molar was scanned utilizing an optical scanner. Three build orientations were used to construct the specimens: 0, 45, and 90º. DLP and SLA technology were used to produce the casting patterns. A digital microscope was used to measure the marginal gaps. The effect of …

Mangement Of Hypomineralized Anterior Teeth In Children And Adults, Shadwa Kabil, Sarah M.S. Khalil

Dentistry

No abstract provided.

Evaluation Of The Efficiency Of Passive Self-Ligating Versus Conventional Brackets In The Alignment Of Mandibular Crowded Teeth (A Comparative Study), Noha Ibrahim Abdelrahman Professor

Dentistry

Aim: Is to compare the efficiency of passive self-ligating versus conventional brackets in the alignment of crowded mandibular teeth. Materials and methods: A randomized clinical trial with Fifty participants visiting the clinic of the Orthodontic Department and fulfilling the eligibility criteria were enrolled in the study. Patients were randomly allocated to group A (Conventional brackets) or group B (Damon Q metal passive self-ligating brackets). The amount of mandibular crowding was assessed by Little’s irregularity index. Subjects in both groups were recalled for follow-up every four weeks till completion of alignment. Results: There was no significant difference in baseline irregularity in …

Invitro Evaluation Of Forces Delivered By Aligners Fabricated Using Positive Air Pressure Versus Negative Air Pressure., Islam Tarek Abbas Hassan Ahmed Prof, Nada Hamed, Dina Elghoul, Ahmed Zaki, Iman El-Abbasy

Dentistry

No abstract provided.

Submandibular Salivary Gland Vulnerability: Unveiling Aflatoxin B1-Induced Toxicity And Rosmarinus Officinalis 'S Protective Role, Mohamed Shamel, Mahmoud Al Ankily, Mohamed Mansy, Robert Fua Angeles

Dentistry

No abstract provided.

Early Screening Of Oral Premalignant And Malignant Lesions Using Salivary Biomarkers, Sara Abdelwahed, Mohamed Shamel, Mahmoud Al Ankily, Mohamed Mansy, Myra De Guzman Angeles

Dentistry

No abstract provided.

Root And Canal Morphology Of Mandibular Second Molars In An Egyptian Subpopulation: A Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Study, Shehabeldin Mohamed Saber Prof.Dr.

Dentistry

Background: This study was using Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) to examine the anatomical variations in mandibular second molars in an Egyptian sub-population. Methods: A total of 350 CBCT images (215 females and 135 males, aged 15–65 years) of mandibular second molars were evaluated. Samples were evaluated in terms of: number of roots, number of root canals, roots’ cross section as well as prevalence and configurations of C-shaped canals. Statistical analysis was done to highlight differences between different categories and their prevalence among genders (significance level was set at p < 0.05). Data were presented as frequency and percentage values and were analyzed using chi square test followed by pairwise comparisons utilizing multiple Fisher’s exact tests with Bonferroni correction. The significance level was set at p < 0.05 within all tests. Results: Of the 350 mandibular second molars evaluated, 87.2% were non-C-shaped while 12.8% were C-shaped with no gender-based statistically significant differences (χ2 = 0.19, p = 0.656). Most samples had three root canals (80%) followed by two (16%), then one (3.2%), and finally four (0.8%) root canals. Among the non-C-shaped molars, presence of two roots was most common (83.4%) followed by presence of a single root (16.2%), and only one sample (0.2%) had three roots, and this had no correlation with gender (χ2 = 1.86, p = 0.431). In the mesial roots Type IV Vertucci was the most common configuration found (68.8%), while Type I was the most prevalent in the distal roots (91.8%). The long oval configuration was the most commonly found cross section in mesial roots while “oval” was the most prevalent in distal roots. Conclusion: Egyptian sub-population shows highly variable morphological features in mandibular second molars, hence, CBCT is highly recommended on case-to-case conditions.

Root And Canal Morphology Of Mandibular Second Molars In An Egyptian Subpopulation: A Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Study, Shehabeldin Mohamed Saber Prof.Dr.

Dentistry

Background: This study was using Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) to examine the anatomical variations in mandibular second molars in an Egyptian sub-population. Methods: A total of 350 CBCT images (215 females and 135 males, aged 15–65 years) of mandibular second molars were evaluated. Samples were evaluated in terms of: number of roots, number of root canals, roots’ cross section as well as prevalence and configurations of C-shaped canals. Statistical analysis was done to highlight differences between different categories and their prevalence among genders (significance level was set at p < 0.05). Data were presented as frequency and percentage values and were analyzed using chi square test followed by pairwise comparisons utilizing multiple Fisher’s exact tests with Bonferroni correction. The significance level was set at p < 0.05 within all tests. Results: Of the 350 mandibular second molars evaluated, 87.2% were non-C-shaped while 12.8% were C-shaped with no gender-based statistically significant differences (χ2 = 0.19, p = 0.656). Most samples had three root canals (80%) followed by two (16%), then one (3.2%), and finally four (0.8%) root canals. Among the non-C-shaped molars, presence of two roots was most common (83.4%) followed by presence of a single root (16.2%), and only one sample (0.2%) had three roots, and this had no correlation with gender (χ2 = 1.86, p = 0.431). In the mesial roots Type IV Vertucci was the most common configuration found (68.8%), while Type I was the most prevalent in the distal roots (91.8%). The long oval configuration was the most commonly found cross section in mesial roots while “oval” was the most prevalent in distal roots. Conclusion: Egyptian sub-population shows highly variable morphological features in mandibular second molars, hence, CBCT is highly recommended on case-to-case conditions

The Biomechanical Behaviour And Life Span Of A Three-Rooted Maxillary First Premolar With Different Access Cavity Designs: A Finite Element Analysis, Shehabeldin Mohamed Saber Prof.Dr., Nawar Nawar

Dentistry

Objective: The present study aimed to evaluate the influence of different access cavity designs on the biomechanical behaviour of a three-rooted maxillary first premolar using finite element analysis (FEA).

Methods: Three experimental FEA models were generated: the intact tooth (IT) model, the traditional access cavity (TAC) model, and the conservative access cavity (CAC) model. In both TAC and CAC models, root canals preparation was simulated as follows: the mesiobuccal and distobuccal canals with a final tip size of 30 and taper of 0.04 and the palatal canal with a final tip size of 35 and taper of 0.04. Cyclic loading …

Access Cavity Design, Caries Driven Access, Canal Preparations, Finite Element Analysis, Mohamed Medhat Kataia, Mohamed Kataia

Dentistry

Aim: This study evaluated the influence of different access designs on maxillary two-rooted premolar teeth to assess their biomechanical behavior using finite element analysis. Methodology: Three simulated FEA models were accessed with three main different access cavity designs: the intact tooth (IT) model, the traditional access cavity (TAC), and the conservative access cavity (CAC). Two different radicular preparations were done for each simulated model. The buccal and palatal canals were prepared to the apical sizes #30/.04, and #40/.04. A cyclic load of 50 N was applied on the occlusal surface. The patterns of stress distribution, the maximum von Mises (VM), …

The Effect Of Two Sintering Cycles And Aging On Biaxial Flexural Strength Of Strength Gradient Multi-Layered Zirconia (An Vitro Study), Passent Hm El Galab, Maged Zohdy, Fatma Makkeyah, Mustafa Noor

Dentistry

No abstract provided.

Assessment Of Saudi Arabians' Awareness Of Oral Health And Oral Hygiene In A Group Of 200 Dental Clinic Participants, Mahmoud Al Ankily, Mohamed Shamel, Sara Abdel Wahed, Mohamed Mansy

Dentistry

Oral mucosa lesions cause oral sores, discoloration, and anomalies. Oral mucosa genetic and developmental disorders may affect anybody. Oral cavity carcinoma causes 4% of all malignancies worldwide. Early detection of oral cancer improves survival rates. Oral precancerous diseases include color, abnormalities, surface texture, and location that predict malignancy. The goal of this study was to examine the Saudi Arabians' awareness of oral health and oral hygiene. An observational, cross-sectional approach was adopted for the study. Individuals with a probable malignant oral disease who visited an OPD at a dental hospital and had relevant behaviors were recruited in the study. In …

Aesthetic Management Of Peri-Implant Soft Tissue Dehiscence. A Case Report Of A Combined Perio Restorative Approach, Ahmed Hamdy, Dalia M. Ghalwash

Dentistry

This case report designates a combined perio restorative technique in the management of peri-implant 3-dimensional soft tissue defects in an esthetic zone. A staged approach was implemented to treat this case; the first stage was planned to treat the horizontal defect around the implant, in which crown was removed, and coronally advanced flap with connective tissue graft were used to treat the soft tissue defect. At the second stage, a modified coronally advanced flap with connective tissue graft was used to augment the vertical defect, and no vertical releasing incision was made in this stage to maximize the blood supply …

Enhanced Periodontal Ligament Stem Cell Viability And Osteogenic Differentiation On Two Implant Materials: An Experimental In Vitro Study, Sara Fikry, Shereen Nader Dr, Engy Farag Dr

Dentistry

Background: Surface roughness of dental implants impacts the survival of adult periodontal stem cells and rate of differentiation. This research was conducted to test how human periodontal ligament stem cells behaved on yttria stabilized tetragonal zirconia polycrystals and polyetheretherketone (PEEK) discs with different surface topographies. Methods: Discs roughening was prepared by sandblasting. Stem cells were cultivated on zirconia discs with a polished surface, PEEK discs with a polished surface, sandblasted zirconia discs and sandblasted PEEK discs. Cells viability was assessed after 24, 48, 72 hours. Scanning electron microscopy was used to examine the adherence and attachment of cells. Osteoblastic differentiation …

Double Immunohistochemical Analysis Of Pcna And Fak Expression In Selected Odontogenic Lesions, Safaa Baz, Sally Ibrahim

Dentistry

Background: Odontogenic neoplasms and cysts have diverse biological behaviors, ranging from indolence to aggression along a spectrum. The proliferating cell nuclear antigen (PCNA) is an antigen involved in DNA synthesis and proliferation. Focal adhesion kinase (FAK) is a cytoplasmic molecule associated with cellular signaling, growth, and invasion. PCNA and FAK markers have been shown to be involved in neoplastic proliferation, invasion, and migration. Hence, an immunohistochemical assay of PCNA and FAK can be used as a predictive tool for the level of aggressive behavior of odontogenic lesions. Methods: The current study was conducted to evaluate the expressions of PCNA and …

Effect Of Different Span Lengths With Different Total Occlusal Convergences On The Accuracy Of Intraoral Scanners, Omar Elsergany

Dentistry

Purpose: The aim was to assess the effect of span lengths and total occlusal

convergence (TOC) on the accuracy of intraoral scanners .

Materials and methods: Two typodont acrylic teeth models were prepared to receive

fixed dental prostheses with three different span lengths. Span 1: between maxillary

canines; span 2: between maxillary second premolars; and span 3: between maxillary

In recent years, the employment of digital techniques in

1–4

(CAD–CAM). Obtaining a digital scan using an intrao-

ral scanner (IOS) is the first step of this digital workflow.

This technique, when compared to traditional impression

techniques, has shown exceptional accuracy …

Effect Of Different Sealers On The Cytocompatibility And Osteogenic Potential Of Human Periodontal Ligament Stem Cells: An In Vitro Study, Shehabeldin Mohamed Saber Prof.Dr., Shereen Nader

Dentistry

Background: There is tendency for unavoidable sealer extrusion in some clinical cases. This might adversely affect host stem cells and affect healing. This study aimed to investigate the effect of different sealers on the cytocompatibility and osteogenic potential of human periodontal ligament stem cells (hPDLSCs). Methods: The cytotoxic effect of the extracted elutes of VDW.1Seal (VDW.1), Endosequence BC Sealer HiFlow (ES), GuttaFlow-2 (GF), and ADSeal (AD-S) on the hPDLSCs was determined using the MTT assay. Cell proliferation and migration were assessed by the scratch wound healing assay. Osteogenic differentiation potential was assessed. Measurement of pH values and calcium ions release …

Assessment Of The Clinical Outcomes Of Single Visit Regenerative Endodontic Procedure In Treating Necrotic Mature Teeth With Apical Periodontitis Using Biological Irrigating Solution, Mohamed Medhat Kataia

Dentistry

Aim: to observe the effect of propolis and its nano counterpart when used as final irrigation materials and compare them to the conventionally used EDTA and saline on the clinical outcomes of necrotic mature anterior teeth with apical periodontitis after treating them using regenerative endodontic procedure.

Methodology: 84 patients who fulfilled the inclusion criteria were recruited for the study. Access cavity was prepared, rubber dam isolation was done. Mechanical preparation was performed up to #60 using K-files. Final irrigation procedure was done as follows:

Group A (Control ): Final irrigation was done using saline (3ml/min) followed by 17% …

Enhanced Human Periodontal Ligament Stem Cell Viability And Osteogenic Differentiation On Two Implant Materials: An Experimental In Vitro Study, Engy Adel Ahmed Farag, Sara Fikry Dr, Shereen N. Raafat

Dentistry

Background: Surface roughness of dental implants impacts the survival of adult periodontal stem cells and rate of differentiation. This research was conducted to test how human periodontal ligament stem cells behaved on yttria stabilized tetragonal zirconia polycrystals and polyetheretherketone (PEEK) discs with different surface topographies.

Methods: Discs roughening was prepared by sandblasting. Stem cells were cultivated on zirconia discs with a polished surface, polyetheretherketone (PEEK) discs with a polished surface, sandblasted zirconia discs and sandblasted polyetheretherketone (PEEK) discs. Cells viability was assessed after 24, 48, 72 hours. Scanning electron microscopy was used to examine the adherence and attachment of cells. …

Comorbidity Of Hypertension And Chronic Renal Failure And Their Impact On Oral Complications: A Cross-Sectional Study., Dalia Ghalwash, Sara Abdelwahed, Asmaa Abobakr

Dentistry

The present study aimed to investigate the influence of both end-stage renal diseases (ESRD) and hypertension (HTN) on the various oral manifestations and periodontal condition, to evaluate and compare the oral manifestations and periodontal health status in hypertensive patients with ESRD versus control, and to explore any possible correlation of the oral findings with systemic disease status. This was a cross-sectional study which included two equal groups of patients, Group I were hypertensive patients with ESRD and Group II were hypertensive patients only. All patients were hypertensive and were on antihypertensive medications. Regarding the incidence of oral lesions in both …

Effect Of Overlay Material Type And Design On Fracture Resistance Of Mod Cavities In Molars. (In-Vitro Study), Sara Adel Botros, Mohamed Fouad Haridy, Shaimaa Gad

Dentistry

Objective: To evaluate the influence of restoration material type (CAD/CAM lithium disilicate blocks and reinforced composite blocks) and restoration design on fracture resistance of molars with MOD cavities. Methods and Materials: A total of 54 sound human molars were divided into 2 groups (n=9) according to: 1) material type: lithium disilicate CAD/CAM blocks and reinforced composite CAD/CAM blocks; 2) restoration design: overlay with intra-coronal extension or without intra-coronal extension. Additional 18 samples were assigned to positive control group (sound molars, n=9) and negative control group (unrestored MOD cavities, n=9). Standardized MOD cavities were prepared with occlusal width 3 mm, cavity …

Effect Of Different Digital Impression Techniques On The Trueness Of Post Space Scans With Fixed Cervical Diameter, Omar Elsergany

Dentistry

Objective: The aim of this study was to measure the trueness of post space impression by 2 digital impression techniques: Impression Scanning (IS) and Model Scanning (MS) with cervical diameter 3 millimeters. Materials and methods: Fourteen freshly extracted single rooted lower second premolars were endodontically treated using Wave-One single file technique. Then mounted in acrylic blocks parallel to long access using a dental surveyor 2mm above the CEJ, drills in sequence 1.4 and 1.6 millimeter then diamond stone with 3 millimeter diameter were used for teeth preparation with a standardized depth of 8mm. Teeth were scanned by reference scanner InEos5 …

Assessment Of The Effect Of Chin Augmentation With Hyaluronic Acid Filler On Facial Soft Tissues Using Lateral Cephalometric Radiograph, Noha Ibrahim Abdelrahman Professor, Islam Hassan Prof.

Dentistry

Aim: To assess the effect of chin augmentation using Hyaluronic acid filler on facial soft tissues using lateral cephalometric radiographs. Material and methods: Prospective case series. 10 adult female patients with mild chin deficiencies. Patients underwent chin augmentation using Restylane Defyne hyaluronic acid dermal filler. Each patient received 2ml Filler injected in the chin area. Lateral cephalometric radiographs were taken at three-time intervals for each patient. The first radiograph taken before augmentation procedure, second radiograph two weeks after filler injection and the third and final radiograph taken six months after the augmentation procedure. Two readings were used to assess the …

Evaluation Of The Effect Of Platelet-Rich Plasma Versus Platelet-Rich Fibrin On The Rate Of Tooth Movement Duringa Lignment Of Mandibular Anterior Crowding, Noha Ibrahim Abdelrahman Professor

Dentistry

Aim: To evaluate the efficiency of Platelet Rich Plasma vs. Platelet Rich Fibrin on overall leveling and alignment time of mandibular anterior crowding. Subjects and methods: Thirty-six females (18-25 years) with mandibular anterior crowding were randomly allocated into PRP, PRF, or control groups. The first molars on the right and left sides of the mandible were banded or bonded with Roth prescription tube. Mandibular teeth Second premolar to the second premolar were bonded using 0.022-inch pre-adjusted edgewise mini diamond brackets with Roth prescription. Immediately after bonding of the brackets, the initial wire used, the wire sequence was 0.014 Cu-Ni followed …

Effect Of Proximal Caries-Driven Access On The Biomechanical Behavior Of Endodontically Treated Maxillary Premolars, Engy M. Kataia

Dentistry

Introduction: This study investigated the effects from the carious cavity and access from it on the fracture resistance of endodontically treated maxillary premolars using finite element analysis (FEA). Methods: A maxillary premolar was used to compare three types of access cavity related to having a proximal carious defect: Caries-driven access (CDA), Conservative access that has a mesial component (MCA) as well as traditional access with the same mesial component (MTA). Cyclic loading was simulated on the occlusal surface and number of cycles till failure (NCF) was compared to the intact tooth model (IT). Mathematical analysis was done to evaluate the …

Parallel Endodontic Education Via Social Media: An Exploratory Survey Study, Nawar Nawar, Shehabeldin Mohamed Saber Prof.Dr., Mostafa M.A. Elkholy, William Nguyen Ha, Sebastian Burklein

Dentistry

No abstract provided.

How Loss Of Tooth Structure Impacts The Biomechanical Behavior Of A Single-Rooted Maxillary Premolar: Fea, Nawar Naguib Nawar, Roaa Abdelwahab, Engy M. Kataia, Shehabeldin Mohamed Saber Prof.Dr.

Dentistry

No abstract provided.

Effect Of Different Polishing Systems On Surface Roughness And Color Stability Of Lithium Disilicate Ceramics, Mahmoud Al Ankily, Fatma Makkeyah

Dentistry

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the effect of two polishing systems on the surface roughness and color stability of lithium disilicate ceramic. Materials and Methods: Forty disc-shaped lithium disilicate samples were constructed and cemented into a cavity prepared onto the labial surface of freshly extracted bovine teeth; The samples were divided into four groups (10 samples per group); C: Control, SS: Scaling only, SE: Scaling followed by polishing using Eve Diapro lithium disilicate polishers, SD: Scaling followed by polishing using Diatech ShapeGuard ceramic polishing plus kit. The surface roughness was measured before scaling, after scaling and finally after the …