Roger D. Winland, DDS, MS, MAGD

2013 July;61(4):8.

2013 July;61(4):78.

Marcio Jose Mendonca, DDS, MSc, PhD
Renata Santos Rafael, DDS
Veridiana Camilotti, DDS, MSc, PhD
Rafael Andrade Menolli, MSc
Eliseu Augusto Sicoli, DDS, MSc, PhD
Nancielli Teixeira, DDS
Mario Alexandre Coelho Sinhoreti, DDS, MSc, PhD

2013 July;61(4):10.

This study compared the microbicidal effect of 2% glutaraldehyde and 0.2% peracetic acid for the disinfection of dental impressions made with vinyl polysiloxane, using 2 methods: immersion and ultrasonic nebulization. The results indicate that ultrasonic nebulization is an effective microbicidal method for polyvinylsiloxane impressions when either solution was used.

Zeinab Rezaei Esfahrood, DDS, MS
Mahdi Kadkhodazadeh, DDS, MS
Mohammad Reza Talebi Ardakani, DDS, MS

2013 July;61(4):14.

Different tissue biotypes respond differently to inflammation and to surgical and restorative treatment; thus it is crucial to identify tissue biotype before treatment. This article reviews the characteristics of various gingival biotypes and the many ways to determine them.

K. Prabhu, MDS
Padma Ariga, MDS
Jacob Mathew Philip, MDS
 
2013 July;61(4):19.

This study sought to compare the efficacy of digital photographs and graphic software for shade matching. Shade selection done with digital photography and graphic software using color differences formulas offered better and statistically significant shade matching compared to conventional visual shade selection and visual shade selection assisted by digital photography.

Leogenes M. Santiago, DDS, MSc
Bruna de C. Farias, DDS, MSc
Alessandra de A. T. Carvalho, DDS, MSc, PhD
Catia Maria Fonseca Guerra, DDS, MSc, PhD
Renata Cimoes, DDS, MSc, PhD

2013 July;61(4):24.

This is a case report of iatrogenic root perforation on an anterior tooth that required combined restorative, periodontal, surgical, and endodontic approaches. This report shows that a subepithelial connective tissue graft can successfully treat root perforations associated with a resin ionomer-restored root surface. 

M. Rammal, DDS
M. Meador, DMD
M. Rodriguez, DMD
B. Lish, DDS

2013 July;61(4):28.

This article presents a case of a patient with a medical history of hemolytic jaundice. Green staining of the dentition is a phenomenon associated with the deposition of bilirubin in the matrix of hard tissue during formation.

Nicholas Egbert, DDS, MDS, FACP
Swati Ahuja, BDS, MDS
Robert Brandt, DDS, MS
Vinay Jain, BDS, MDS
Russell Wicks, DMD, MS

2013 July;61(4):30.

Careful evaluation is necessary before placing a single tooth in the esthetic zone. This case involved the presurgical location of the facial free gingival margin of the implant-supported crown, in relation to the adjacent teeth.

Marvin B. Golberg, DDS
Sharon C. Siegel, DDS, MS
Niloufar Rezakani, DMD

2013 July;61(4):36.

This case report describes the restoration of a central incisor that was previously restored with an unesthetic three-quarter gold crown. A CAD/CAM three-quarter crown was planned to conserve tooth structure. After preparation, the tooth was scanned for a CAD/CAM crown in order to fabricate a ceramic restoration, which was then milled and bonded, producing an esthetic result.

Ken Southward, DDS, FAGD
Anne Bosy, RDH, MEd, MSc

2013 July;61(4):41.

The study’s goal was to determine the effectiveness of an antibiotic rinse preparation, containing metronidazole and nystatin, in decreasing oral malodor and periodontal disease for individuals whose chief complaint was halitosis. The results indicated a substantial decrease in both halitosis and periodontal disease markers, which was accomplished without the risk of the systemic effects of an oral antibiotic.

Leo Guimaraes Soares, DDS, PhD
Roberto Luiz Guaitolini, DDS, MS
Sergio de Carvalho Weyne, DDS, PhD
Marcio Eduardo Vieira Falabella, DDS, PhD
Eduardo Muniz Barretto Tinoco, DDS, PhD
Denise Gomes da Silva, DDS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):46.

This study evaluate the efficacy of a mouthrinse containing 0.3% chlorine dioxide in reducing oral volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs). The VSC reduction rate of the test mouthrinse was superior to a placebo and a 0.07% cetylpyridinium chloride solution. There was no difference between the test mouthrinse and a 0.2% chlorhexidine gluconate solution in VSC reduction rates.

Jason H. Goodchild, DMD
Mark Donaldson, BSP, PHARMD, FASHP, FACHE

2013 July;61(4):50.

This article reviews the case of a 66-year-old man who developed an elevated international normalized ratio and sustained clinically significant bleeding as a result of a drug-drug interaction between warfarin and amoxicillin. An objective causality assessment revealed that this adverse drug event, secondary to the warfarin and amoxicillin interaction, was probable.

Natalia Costa Araujo, PhD
Manuella Uilmann Silva da Costa Soares, PhD
Marcela Maria Nery, MD
Wagno da Silva Sales
Marleny Elizabeth Martinez Gerbi, PhD

2013 July;61(4):55.

This study evaluated the influence of bleaching gel pH and the effect of remineralizing gels after bleaching in different time intervals. The results indicate that it is important to consider the bleaching agent’s pH and composition when treating patients with reduced salivary secretion.

Sandro Marco Stefanini de Almeida, DDS, MS
Fabiana Mantovani Gomes Franca, ScD, MS
Flavia Martao Florio, DDS, MS, ScD
Glaucia Maria Bovi Ambrosano, AGR ENG, MS, ScD
Roberta Tarkany Basting, DDS, MS, ScD, PhD

2013 July;61(4):59.

This study performed an in vivo analysis of the total number of microorganisms in dentin after the use of conventional or chemomechanical (papain gel) caries removal methods. For both groups, the total count of microorganisms in dentin decreased 45 days after placing the temporary cavity sealing.

Morton I. Lieberman, DDS
Thomas H. Ward, DMD, MPH, FACD
Michael A. Siegel, DDS, MS, FDS RCSEd

2013 July;61(4):65.

The purpose of this article is to reinforce the need for all dental clinicians to perform a complete lymph node examination on every patient, and provides the rationale for lymph node examination, the palpation techniques for the clinician to utilize, and the anatomic locations and descriptions of lymph nodes.

Eric Danko, DMD, MBA, FAGD, ABGD
Jason Roe, DDS, FACP

2013 July;61(4):69.

This article describes an alternative method for closing the area between a pontic and the alveolar ridge. An existing restoration could be maintained by resin-bonding an onlay to the intaglio surface of the pontic.

Tatiana Miranda Deliberador, DDS, PhD
Daniel Rizzo Trotta, DDS
Luis Gustavo Klug, DDS, MSc
Joao Cesar Zielak, DDS, PhD
Allan Fernando Giovanini, DDS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):72.

This case report presents an intrabony periodontal defect with bioactive glass and connective tissue graft used as a barrier. Probing depth and clinical attachment gain were reduced at 6 and 12 months post-treatment.

Adilson Yoshio Furuse, DDS, MSc, PhD
Leonardo Fernandes da Cunha, DDS, MSc
Patricio Runnacles, DDS, MSc
Rodrigo Pirolo, DDS, MSc
Joao Cesar Zielak, DDS, MSc, PhD

2013 July;61(4):75.

The article demonstrates how chemical vapor deposition (CVD) diamond burs were used in a simple esthetic and cosmetic procedure to treat discolored anterior teeth. The results indicate that CVD diamond burs are appropriate for removing excess material at the gingival margins of resin composite restorations without damaging the periodontium.

Sabrina Alessandra Rodrigues, DDS, MSD
Juliana Maria Costa Nunez Pantoja, DDS, MSD, PHD
Jessica Mie Ferreira Koyama Takahashi, DDS, MSD, PHD
Rafael Leonardo Xediek Consani, DDS, MSD, PHD
Marcelo Ferraz Mesquita, DDS, MSD, PHD

2013 July;61(4):e1.

The effects of the disinfectants, Efferdent and 0.5% sodium hypochlorite, and their effects on the flexural strength and modulus of elasticity of the hard denture liners, Kooliner and New Truliner, and a thermoacrylic resin, QC-20, were evaluated. The disinfectants changed the mechanical properties of the tested materials.

Rakesh N. Bahadure, MDS
Nilima Thosar, MDS
Monika Khubchandani, MDS

2013 July;61(4):e5.

This report describes a case in which a 10-year-old girl reported with an impacted, recessed central incisor. The CBCT examination compelled the treating dentists to maintain the central incisor by orthodontically extruding the tooth and then rebuilding it with a bonded composite restoration.

Natalia Ventura da Cas, DDS
Gabrielle Rodrigues Ruat, DDS, MS
Renata Pla Rizzolo Bueno, DDS, MS
Raquel Pachaly, DDS, MS
Roselaine Terezinha Pozzobon, DDS, MS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):e8.

This study sought to evaluate the effect of different toothpastes—3 with whitening action, 1 without—on the average surface roughness (Ra) of a microhybrid composite resin. It was determined that brushing with toothpaste, regardless of formulation, significantly increased the Ra of the resin composite evaluated in this study.

Aline Garcia Figueiredo Costa
Rayana Ondina Biagioni Costa
Lucinei Roberto de Oliveira, DDS, MSD, PhD
Soraya de Mattos Camargo Grossmann, DDS, MSD, PhD

2013 July;61(4):e12.

This is a case of a 66-year-old woman who presented with intestinal poliposis, periosteal osteoma in the face, and fibromas and multiple endosteal osteomas in the maxilla, which are indications of Gardner’s syndrome. Patients with a suspected diagnosis of Gardner’s syndrome should be referred to a dermatologist, have a colonoscopy performed, and be followed up by a dentist.

Wilfredo Alejandro Gonzalez-Arriagada, DDS, MSc
Alan Roger Santos Silva, DDS, PhD
Pablo Agustin Vargas, DDS, PhD
Oslei Paes de Almeida, DDS, PhD
Marcio Ajudarte Lopes, DDS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):e15.

This report describes the case of a patient, with a diagnosis of cardiac arrhythmia, who presented with a stigmatizing blue-gray facial pigmentation and altered serum values of thyroid hormones associated with the intake of amiodarone. The patient was referred to her cardiologist.

Roger D. Winland, DDS, MS, MAGD

2013 July;61(4):8.

2013 July;61(4):78.

Marcio Jose Mendonca, DDS, MSc, PhD
Renata Santos Rafael, DDS
Veridiana Camilotti, DDS, MSc, PhD
Rafael Andrade Menolli, MSc
Eliseu Augusto Sicoli, DDS, MSc, PhD
Nancielli Teixeira, DDS
Mario Alexandre Coelho Sinhoreti, DDS, MSc, PhD

2013 July;61(4):10.

This study compared the microbicidal effect of 2% glutaraldehyde and 0.2% peracetic acid for the disinfection of dental impressions made with vinyl polysiloxane, using 2 methods: immersion and ultrasonic nebulization. The results indicate that ultrasonic nebulization is an effective microbicidal method for polyvinylsiloxane impressions when either solution was used.

Zeinab Rezaei Esfahrood, DDS, MS
Mahdi Kadkhodazadeh, DDS, MS
Mohammad Reza Talebi Ardakani, DDS, MS

2013 July;61(4):14.

Different tissue biotypes respond differently to inflammation and to surgical and restorative treatment; thus it is crucial to identify tissue biotype before treatment. This article reviews the characteristics of various gingival biotypes and the many ways to determine them.

K. Prabhu, MDS
Padma Ariga, MDS
Jacob Mathew Philip, MDS
 
2013 July;61(4):19.

This study sought to compare the efficacy of digital photographs and graphic software for shade matching. Shade selection done with digital photography and graphic software using color differences formulas offered better and statistically significant shade matching compared to conventional visual shade selection and visual shade selection assisted by digital photography.

Leogenes M. Santiago, DDS, MSc
Bruna de C. Farias, DDS, MSc
Alessandra de A. T. Carvalho, DDS, MSc, PhD
Catia Maria Fonseca Guerra, DDS, MSc, PhD
Renata Cimoes, DDS, MSc, PhD

2013 July;61(4):24.

This is a case report of iatrogenic root perforation on an anterior tooth that required combined restorative, periodontal, surgical, and endodontic approaches. This report shows that a subepithelial connective tissue graft can successfully treat root perforations associated with a resin ionomer-restored root surface. 

M. Rammal, DDS
M. Meador, DMD
M. Rodriguez, DMD
B. Lish, DDS

2013 July;61(4):28.

This article presents a case of a patient with a medical history of hemolytic jaundice. Green staining of the dentition is a phenomenon associated with the deposition of bilirubin in the matrix of hard tissue during formation.

Nicholas Egbert, DDS, MDS, FACP
Swati Ahuja, BDS, MDS
Robert Brandt, DDS, MS
Vinay Jain, BDS, MDS
Russell Wicks, DMD, MS

2013 July;61(4):30.

Careful evaluation is necessary before placing a single tooth in the esthetic zone. This case involved the presurgical location of the facial free gingival margin of the implant-supported crown, in relation to the adjacent teeth.

Marvin B. Golberg, DDS
Sharon C. Siegel, DDS, MS
Niloufar Rezakani, DMD

2013 July;61(4):36.

This case report describes the restoration of a central incisor that was previously restored with an unesthetic three-quarter gold crown. A CAD/CAM three-quarter crown was planned to conserve tooth structure. After preparation, the tooth was scanned for a CAD/CAM crown in order to fabricate a ceramic restoration, which was then milled and bonded, producing an esthetic result.

Ken Southward, DDS, FAGD
Anne Bosy, RDH, MEd, MSc

2013 July;61(4):41.

The study’s goal was to determine the effectiveness of an antibiotic rinse preparation, containing metronidazole and nystatin, in decreasing oral malodor and periodontal disease for individuals whose chief complaint was halitosis. The results indicated a substantial decrease in both halitosis and periodontal disease markers, which was accomplished without the risk of the systemic effects of an oral antibiotic.

Leo Guimaraes Soares, DDS, PhD
Roberto Luiz Guaitolini, DDS, MS
Sergio de Carvalho Weyne, DDS, PhD
Marcio Eduardo Vieira Falabella, DDS, PhD
Eduardo Muniz Barretto Tinoco, DDS, PhD
Denise Gomes da Silva, DDS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):46.

This study evaluate the efficacy of a mouthrinse containing 0.3% chlorine dioxide in reducing oral volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs). The VSC reduction rate of the test mouthrinse was superior to a placebo and a 0.07% cetylpyridinium chloride solution. There was no difference between the test mouthrinse and a 0.2% chlorhexidine gluconate solution in VSC reduction rates.

Jason H. Goodchild, DMD
Mark Donaldson, BSP, PHARMD, FASHP, FACHE

2013 July;61(4):50.

This article reviews the case of a 66-year-old man who developed an elevated international normalized ratio and sustained clinically significant bleeding as a result of a drug-drug interaction between warfarin and amoxicillin. An objective causality assessment revealed that this adverse drug event, secondary to the warfarin and amoxicillin interaction, was probable.

Natalia Costa Araujo, PhD
Manuella Uilmann Silva da Costa Soares, PhD
Marcela Maria Nery, MD
Wagno da Silva Sales
Marleny Elizabeth Martinez Gerbi, PhD

2013 July;61(4):55.

This study evaluated the influence of bleaching gel pH and the effect of remineralizing gels after bleaching in different time intervals. The results indicate that it is important to consider the bleaching agent’s pH and composition when treating patients with reduced salivary secretion.

Sandro Marco Stefanini de Almeida, DDS, MS
Fabiana Mantovani Gomes Franca, ScD, MS
Flavia Martao Florio, DDS, MS, ScD
Glaucia Maria Bovi Ambrosano, AGR ENG, MS, ScD
Roberta Tarkany Basting, DDS, MS, ScD, PhD

2013 July;61(4):59.

This study performed an in vivo analysis of the total number of microorganisms in dentin after the use of conventional or chemomechanical (papain gel) caries removal methods. For both groups, the total count of microorganisms in dentin decreased 45 days after placing the temporary cavity sealing.

Morton I. Lieberman, DDS
Thomas H. Ward, DMD, MPH, FACD
Michael A. Siegel, DDS, MS, FDS RCSEd

2013 July;61(4):65.

The purpose of this article is to reinforce the need for all dental clinicians to perform a complete lymph node examination on every patient, and provides the rationale for lymph node examination, the palpation techniques for the clinician to utilize, and the anatomic locations and descriptions of lymph nodes.

Eric Danko, DMD, MBA, FAGD, ABGD
Jason Roe, DDS, FACP

2013 July;61(4):69.

This article describes an alternative method for closing the area between a pontic and the alveolar ridge. An existing restoration could be maintained by resin-bonding an onlay to the intaglio surface of the pontic.

Tatiana Miranda Deliberador, DDS, PhD
Daniel Rizzo Trotta, DDS
Luis Gustavo Klug, DDS, MSc
Joao Cesar Zielak, DDS, PhD
Allan Fernando Giovanini, DDS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):72.

This case report presents an intrabony periodontal defect with bioactive glass and connective tissue graft used as a barrier. Probing depth and clinical attachment gain were reduced at 6 and 12 months post-treatment.

Adilson Yoshio Furuse, DDS, MSc, PhD
Leonardo Fernandes da Cunha, DDS, MSc
Patricio Runnacles, DDS, MSc
Rodrigo Pirolo, DDS, MSc
Joao Cesar Zielak, DDS, MSc, PhD

2013 July;61(4):75.

The article demonstrates how chemical vapor deposition (CVD) diamond burs were used in a simple esthetic and cosmetic procedure to treat discolored anterior teeth. The results indicate that CVD diamond burs are appropriate for removing excess material at the gingival margins of resin composite restorations without damaging the periodontium.

Sabrina Alessandra Rodrigues, DDS, MSD
Juliana Maria Costa Nunez Pantoja, DDS, MSD, PHD
Jessica Mie Ferreira Koyama Takahashi, DDS, MSD, PHD
Rafael Leonardo Xediek Consani, DDS, MSD, PHD
Marcelo Ferraz Mesquita, DDS, MSD, PHD

2013 July;61(4):e1.

The effects of the disinfectants, Efferdent and 0.5% sodium hypochlorite, and their effects on the flexural strength and modulus of elasticity of the hard denture liners, Kooliner and New Truliner, and a thermoacrylic resin, QC-20, were evaluated. The disinfectants changed the mechanical properties of the tested materials.

Rakesh N. Bahadure, MDS
Nilima Thosar, MDS
Monika Khubchandani, MDS

2013 July;61(4):e5.

This report describes a case in which a 10-year-old girl reported with an impacted, recessed central incisor. The CBCT examination compelled the treating dentists to maintain the central incisor by orthodontically extruding the tooth and then rebuilding it with a bonded composite restoration.

Natalia Ventura da Cas, DDS
Gabrielle Rodrigues Ruat, DDS, MS
Renata Pla Rizzolo Bueno, DDS, MS
Raquel Pachaly, DDS, MS
Roselaine Terezinha Pozzobon, DDS, MS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):e8.

This study sought to evaluate the effect of different toothpastes—3 with whitening action, 1 without—on the average surface roughness (Ra) of a microhybrid composite resin. It was determined that brushing with toothpaste, regardless of formulation, significantly increased the Ra of the resin composite evaluated in this study.

Aline Garcia Figueiredo Costa
Rayana Ondina Biagioni Costa
Lucinei Roberto de Oliveira, DDS, MSD, PhD
Soraya de Mattos Camargo Grossmann, DDS, MSD, PhD

2013 July;61(4):e12.

This is a case of a 66-year-old woman who presented with intestinal poliposis, periosteal osteoma in the face, and fibromas and multiple endosteal osteomas in the maxilla, which are indications of Gardner’s syndrome. Patients with a suspected diagnosis of Gardner’s syndrome should be referred to a dermatologist, have a colonoscopy performed, and be followed up by a dentist.

Wilfredo Alejandro Gonzalez-Arriagada, DDS, MSc
Alan Roger Santos Silva, DDS, PhD
Pablo Agustin Vargas, DDS, PhD
Oslei Paes de Almeida, DDS, PhD
Marcio Ajudarte Lopes, DDS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):e15.

This report describes the case of a patient, with a diagnosis of cardiac arrhythmia, who presented with a stigmatizing blue-gray facial pigmentation and altered serum values of thyroid hormones associated with the intake of amiodarone. The patient was referred to her cardiologist.

Roger D. Winland, DDS, MS, MAGD

2013 July;61(4):8.

2013 July;61(4):78.

Marcio Jose Mendonca, DDS, MSc, PhD
Renata Santos Rafael, DDS
Veridiana Camilotti, DDS, MSc, PhD
Rafael Andrade Menolli, MSc
Eliseu Augusto Sicoli, DDS, MSc, PhD
Nancielli Teixeira, DDS
Mario Alexandre Coelho Sinhoreti, DDS, MSc, PhD

2013 July;61(4):10.

This study compared the microbicidal effect of 2% glutaraldehyde and 0.2% peracetic acid for the disinfection of dental impressions made with vinyl polysiloxane, using 2 methods: immersion and ultrasonic nebulization. The results indicate that ultrasonic nebulization is an effective microbicidal method for polyvinylsiloxane impressions when either solution was used.

Zeinab Rezaei Esfahrood, DDS, MS
Mahdi Kadkhodazadeh, DDS, MS
Mohammad Reza Talebi Ardakani, DDS, MS

2013 July;61(4):14.

Different tissue biotypes respond differently to inflammation and to surgical and restorative treatment; thus it is crucial to identify tissue biotype before treatment. This article reviews the characteristics of various gingival biotypes and the many ways to determine them.

K. Prabhu, MDS
Padma Ariga, MDS
Jacob Mathew Philip, MDS
 
2013 July;61(4):19.

This study sought to compare the efficacy of digital photographs and graphic software for shade matching. Shade selection done with digital photography and graphic software using color differences formulas offered better and statistically significant shade matching compared to conventional visual shade selection and visual shade selection assisted by digital photography.

Leogenes M. Santiago, DDS, MSc
Bruna de C. Farias, DDS, MSc
Alessandra de A. T. Carvalho, DDS, MSc, PhD
Catia Maria Fonseca Guerra, DDS, MSc, PhD
Renata Cimoes, DDS, MSc, PhD

2013 July;61(4):24.

This is a case report of iatrogenic root perforation on an anterior tooth that required combined restorative, periodontal, surgical, and endodontic approaches. This report shows that a subepithelial connective tissue graft can successfully treat root perforations associated with a resin ionomer-restored root surface. 

M. Rammal, DDS
M. Meador, DMD
M. Rodriguez, DMD
B. Lish, DDS

2013 July;61(4):28.

This article presents a case of a patient with a medical history of hemolytic jaundice. Green staining of the dentition is a phenomenon associated with the deposition of bilirubin in the matrix of hard tissue during formation.

Nicholas Egbert, DDS, MDS, FACP
Swati Ahuja, BDS, MDS
Robert Brandt, DDS, MS
Vinay Jain, BDS, MDS
Russell Wicks, DMD, MS

2013 July;61(4):30.

Careful evaluation is necessary before placing a single tooth in the esthetic zone. This case involved the presurgical location of the facial free gingival margin of the implant-supported crown, in relation to the adjacent teeth.

Marvin B. Golberg, DDS
Sharon C. Siegel, DDS, MS
Niloufar Rezakani, DMD

2013 July;61(4):36.

This case report describes the restoration of a central incisor that was previously restored with an unesthetic three-quarter gold crown. A CAD/CAM three-quarter crown was planned to conserve tooth structure. After preparation, the tooth was scanned for a CAD/CAM crown in order to fabricate a ceramic restoration, which was then milled and bonded, producing an esthetic result.

Ken Southward, DDS, FAGD
Anne Bosy, RDH, MEd, MSc

2013 July;61(4):41.

The study’s goal was to determine the effectiveness of an antibiotic rinse preparation, containing metronidazole and nystatin, in decreasing oral malodor and periodontal disease for individuals whose chief complaint was halitosis. The results indicated a substantial decrease in both halitosis and periodontal disease markers, which was accomplished without the risk of the systemic effects of an oral antibiotic.

Leo Guimaraes Soares, DDS, PhD
Roberto Luiz Guaitolini, DDS, MS
Sergio de Carvalho Weyne, DDS, PhD
Marcio Eduardo Vieira Falabella, DDS, PhD
Eduardo Muniz Barretto Tinoco, DDS, PhD
Denise Gomes da Silva, DDS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):46.

This study evaluate the efficacy of a mouthrinse containing 0.3% chlorine dioxide in reducing oral volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs). The VSC reduction rate of the test mouthrinse was superior to a placebo and a 0.07% cetylpyridinium chloride solution. There was no difference between the test mouthrinse and a 0.2% chlorhexidine gluconate solution in VSC reduction rates.

Jason H. Goodchild, DMD
Mark Donaldson, BSP, PHARMD, FASHP, FACHE

2013 July;61(4):50.

This article reviews the case of a 66-year-old man who developed an elevated international normalized ratio and sustained clinically significant bleeding as a result of a drug-drug interaction between warfarin and amoxicillin. An objective causality assessment revealed that this adverse drug event, secondary to the warfarin and amoxicillin interaction, was probable.

Natalia Costa Araujo, PhD
Manuella Uilmann Silva da Costa Soares, PhD
Marcela Maria Nery, MD
Wagno da Silva Sales
Marleny Elizabeth Martinez Gerbi, PhD

2013 July;61(4):55.

This study evaluated the influence of bleaching gel pH and the effect of remineralizing gels after bleaching in different time intervals. The results indicate that it is important to consider the bleaching agent’s pH and composition when treating patients with reduced salivary secretion.

Sandro Marco Stefanini de Almeida, DDS, MS
Fabiana Mantovani Gomes Franca, ScD, MS
Flavia Martao Florio, DDS, MS, ScD
Glaucia Maria Bovi Ambrosano, AGR ENG, MS, ScD
Roberta Tarkany Basting, DDS, MS, ScD, PhD

2013 July;61(4):59.

This study performed an in vivo analysis of the total number of microorganisms in dentin after the use of conventional or chemomechanical (papain gel) caries removal methods. For both groups, the total count of microorganisms in dentin decreased 45 days after placing the temporary cavity sealing.

Morton I. Lieberman, DDS
Thomas H. Ward, DMD, MPH, FACD
Michael A. Siegel, DDS, MS, FDS RCSEd

2013 July;61(4):65.

The purpose of this article is to reinforce the need for all dental clinicians to perform a complete lymph node examination on every patient, and provides the rationale for lymph node examination, the palpation techniques for the clinician to utilize, and the anatomic locations and descriptions of lymph nodes.

Eric Danko, DMD, MBA, FAGD, ABGD
Jason Roe, DDS, FACP

2013 July;61(4):69.

This article describes an alternative method for closing the area between a pontic and the alveolar ridge. An existing restoration could be maintained by resin-bonding an onlay to the intaglio surface of the pontic.

Tatiana Miranda Deliberador, DDS, PhD
Daniel Rizzo Trotta, DDS
Luis Gustavo Klug, DDS, MSc
Joao Cesar Zielak, DDS, PhD
Allan Fernando Giovanini, DDS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):72.

This case report presents an intrabony periodontal defect with bioactive glass and connective tissue graft used as a barrier. Probing depth and clinical attachment gain were reduced at 6 and 12 months post-treatment.

Adilson Yoshio Furuse, DDS, MSc, PhD
Leonardo Fernandes da Cunha, DDS, MSc
Patricio Runnacles, DDS, MSc
Rodrigo Pirolo, DDS, MSc
Joao Cesar Zielak, DDS, MSc, PhD

2013 July;61(4):75.

The article demonstrates how chemical vapor deposition (CVD) diamond burs were used in a simple esthetic and cosmetic procedure to treat discolored anterior teeth. The results indicate that CVD diamond burs are appropriate for removing excess material at the gingival margins of resin composite restorations without damaging the periodontium.

Sabrina Alessandra Rodrigues, DDS, MSD
Juliana Maria Costa Nunez Pantoja, DDS, MSD, PHD
Jessica Mie Ferreira Koyama Takahashi, DDS, MSD, PHD
Rafael Leonardo Xediek Consani, DDS, MSD, PHD
Marcelo Ferraz Mesquita, DDS, MSD, PHD

2013 July;61(4):e1.

The effects of the disinfectants, Efferdent and 0.5% sodium hypochlorite, and their effects on the flexural strength and modulus of elasticity of the hard denture liners, Kooliner and New Truliner, and a thermoacrylic resin, QC-20, were evaluated. The disinfectants changed the mechanical properties of the tested materials.

Rakesh N. Bahadure, MDS
Nilima Thosar, MDS
Monika Khubchandani, MDS

2013 July;61(4):e5.

This report describes a case in which a 10-year-old girl reported with an impacted, recessed central incisor. The CBCT examination compelled the treating dentists to maintain the central incisor by orthodontically extruding the tooth and then rebuilding it with a bonded composite restoration.

Natalia Ventura da Cas, DDS
Gabrielle Rodrigues Ruat, DDS, MS
Renata Pla Rizzolo Bueno, DDS, MS
Raquel Pachaly, DDS, MS
Roselaine Terezinha Pozzobon, DDS, MS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):e8.

This study sought to evaluate the effect of different toothpastes—3 with whitening action, 1 without—on the average surface roughness (Ra) of a microhybrid composite resin. It was determined that brushing with toothpaste, regardless of formulation, significantly increased the Ra of the resin composite evaluated in this study.

Aline Garcia Figueiredo Costa
Rayana Ondina Biagioni Costa
Lucinei Roberto de Oliveira, DDS, MSD, PhD
Soraya de Mattos Camargo Grossmann, DDS, MSD, PhD

2013 July;61(4):e12.

This is a case of a 66-year-old woman who presented with intestinal poliposis, periosteal osteoma in the face, and fibromas and multiple endosteal osteomas in the maxilla, which are indications of Gardner’s syndrome. Patients with a suspected diagnosis of Gardner’s syndrome should be referred to a dermatologist, have a colonoscopy performed, and be followed up by a dentist.

Wilfredo Alejandro Gonzalez-Arriagada, DDS, MSc
Alan Roger Santos Silva, DDS, PhD
Pablo Agustin Vargas, DDS, PhD
Oslei Paes de Almeida, DDS, PhD
Marcio Ajudarte Lopes, DDS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):e15.

This report describes the case of a patient, with a diagnosis of cardiac arrhythmia, who presented with a stigmatizing blue-gray facial pigmentation and altered serum values of thyroid hormones associated with the intake of amiodarone. The patient was referred to her cardiologist.

Roger D. Winland, DDS, MS, MAGD

2013 July;61(4):8.

2013 July;61(4):78.

Marcio Jose Mendonca, DDS, MSc, PhD
Renata Santos Rafael, DDS
Veridiana Camilotti, DDS, MSc, PhD
Rafael Andrade Menolli, MSc
Eliseu Augusto Sicoli, DDS, MSc, PhD
Nancielli Teixeira, DDS
Mario Alexandre Coelho Sinhoreti, DDS, MSc, PhD

2013 July;61(4):10.

This study compared the microbicidal effect of 2% glutaraldehyde and 0.2% peracetic acid for the disinfection of dental impressions made with vinyl polysiloxane, using 2 methods: immersion and ultrasonic nebulization. The results indicate that ultrasonic nebulization is an effective microbicidal method for polyvinylsiloxane impressions when either solution was used.

Zeinab Rezaei Esfahrood, DDS, MS
Mahdi Kadkhodazadeh, DDS, MS
Mohammad Reza Talebi Ardakani, DDS, MS

2013 July;61(4):14.

Different tissue biotypes respond differently to inflammation and to surgical and restorative treatment; thus it is crucial to identify tissue biotype before treatment. This article reviews the characteristics of various gingival biotypes and the many ways to determine them.

K. Prabhu, MDS
Padma Ariga, MDS
Jacob Mathew Philip, MDS
 
2013 July;61(4):19.

This study sought to compare the efficacy of digital photographs and graphic software for shade matching. Shade selection done with digital photography and graphic software using color differences formulas offered better and statistically significant shade matching compared to conventional visual shade selection and visual shade selection assisted by digital photography.

Leogenes M. Santiago, DDS, MSc
Bruna de C. Farias, DDS, MSc
Alessandra de A. T. Carvalho, DDS, MSc, PhD
Catia Maria Fonseca Guerra, DDS, MSc, PhD
Renata Cimoes, DDS, MSc, PhD

2013 July;61(4):24.

This is a case report of iatrogenic root perforation on an anterior tooth that required combined restorative, periodontal, surgical, and endodontic approaches. This report shows that a subepithelial connective tissue graft can successfully treat root perforations associated with a resin ionomer-restored root surface. 

M. Rammal, DDS
M. Meador, DMD
M. Rodriguez, DMD
B. Lish, DDS

2013 July;61(4):28.

This article presents a case of a patient with a medical history of hemolytic jaundice. Green staining of the dentition is a phenomenon associated with the deposition of bilirubin in the matrix of hard tissue during formation.

Nicholas Egbert, DDS, MDS, FACP
Swati Ahuja, BDS, MDS
Robert Brandt, DDS, MS
Vinay Jain, BDS, MDS
Russell Wicks, DMD, MS

2013 July;61(4):30.

Careful evaluation is necessary before placing a single tooth in the esthetic zone. This case involved the presurgical location of the facial free gingival margin of the implant-supported crown, in relation to the adjacent teeth.

Marvin B. Golberg, DDS
Sharon C. Siegel, DDS, MS
Niloufar Rezakani, DMD

2013 July;61(4):36.

This case report describes the restoration of a central incisor that was previously restored with an unesthetic three-quarter gold crown. A CAD/CAM three-quarter crown was planned to conserve tooth structure. After preparation, the tooth was scanned for a CAD/CAM crown in order to fabricate a ceramic restoration, which was then milled and bonded, producing an esthetic result.

Ken Southward, DDS, FAGD
Anne Bosy, RDH, MEd, MSc

2013 July;61(4):41.

The study’s goal was to determine the effectiveness of an antibiotic rinse preparation, containing metronidazole and nystatin, in decreasing oral malodor and periodontal disease for individuals whose chief complaint was halitosis. The results indicated a substantial decrease in both halitosis and periodontal disease markers, which was accomplished without the risk of the systemic effects of an oral antibiotic.

Leo Guimaraes Soares, DDS, PhD
Roberto Luiz Guaitolini, DDS, MS
Sergio de Carvalho Weyne, DDS, PhD
Marcio Eduardo Vieira Falabella, DDS, PhD
Eduardo Muniz Barretto Tinoco, DDS, PhD
Denise Gomes da Silva, DDS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):46.

This study evaluate the efficacy of a mouthrinse containing 0.3% chlorine dioxide in reducing oral volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs). The VSC reduction rate of the test mouthrinse was superior to a placebo and a 0.07% cetylpyridinium chloride solution. There was no difference between the test mouthrinse and a 0.2% chlorhexidine gluconate solution in VSC reduction rates.

Jason H. Goodchild, DMD
Mark Donaldson, BSP, PHARMD, FASHP, FACHE

2013 July;61(4):50.

This article reviews the case of a 66-year-old man who developed an elevated international normalized ratio and sustained clinically significant bleeding as a result of a drug-drug interaction between warfarin and amoxicillin. An objective causality assessment revealed that this adverse drug event, secondary to the warfarin and amoxicillin interaction, was probable.

Natalia Costa Araujo, PhD
Manuella Uilmann Silva da Costa Soares, PhD
Marcela Maria Nery, MD
Wagno da Silva Sales
Marleny Elizabeth Martinez Gerbi, PhD

2013 July;61(4):55.

This study evaluated the influence of bleaching gel pH and the effect of remineralizing gels after bleaching in different time intervals. The results indicate that it is important to consider the bleaching agent’s pH and composition when treating patients with reduced salivary secretion.

Sandro Marco Stefanini de Almeida, DDS, MS
Fabiana Mantovani Gomes Franca, ScD, MS
Flavia Martao Florio, DDS, MS, ScD
Glaucia Maria Bovi Ambrosano, AGR ENG, MS, ScD
Roberta Tarkany Basting, DDS, MS, ScD, PhD

2013 July;61(4):59.

This study performed an in vivo analysis of the total number of microorganisms in dentin after the use of conventional or chemomechanical (papain gel) caries removal methods. For both groups, the total count of microorganisms in dentin decreased 45 days after placing the temporary cavity sealing.

Morton I. Lieberman, DDS
Thomas H. Ward, DMD, MPH, FACD
Michael A. Siegel, DDS, MS, FDS RCSEd

2013 July;61(4):65.

The purpose of this article is to reinforce the need for all dental clinicians to perform a complete lymph node examination on every patient, and provides the rationale for lymph node examination, the palpation techniques for the clinician to utilize, and the anatomic locations and descriptions of lymph nodes.

Eric Danko, DMD, MBA, FAGD, ABGD
Jason Roe, DDS, FACP

2013 July;61(4):69.

This article describes an alternative method for closing the area between a pontic and the alveolar ridge. An existing restoration could be maintained by resin-bonding an onlay to the intaglio surface of the pontic.

Tatiana Miranda Deliberador, DDS, PhD
Daniel Rizzo Trotta, DDS
Luis Gustavo Klug, DDS, MSc
Joao Cesar Zielak, DDS, PhD
Allan Fernando Giovanini, DDS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):72.

This case report presents an intrabony periodontal defect with bioactive glass and connective tissue graft used as a barrier. Probing depth and clinical attachment gain were reduced at 6 and 12 months post-treatment.

Adilson Yoshio Furuse, DDS, MSc, PhD
Leonardo Fernandes da Cunha, DDS, MSc
Patricio Runnacles, DDS, MSc
Rodrigo Pirolo, DDS, MSc
Joao Cesar Zielak, DDS, MSc, PhD

2013 July;61(4):75.

The article demonstrates how chemical vapor deposition (CVD) diamond burs were used in a simple esthetic and cosmetic procedure to treat discolored anterior teeth. The results indicate that CVD diamond burs are appropriate for removing excess material at the gingival margins of resin composite restorations without damaging the periodontium.

Sabrina Alessandra Rodrigues, DDS, MSD
Juliana Maria Costa Nunez Pantoja, DDS, MSD, PHD
Jessica Mie Ferreira Koyama Takahashi, DDS, MSD, PHD
Rafael Leonardo Xediek Consani, DDS, MSD, PHD
Marcelo Ferraz Mesquita, DDS, MSD, PHD

2013 July;61(4):e1.

The effects of the disinfectants, Efferdent and 0.5% sodium hypochlorite, and their effects on the flexural strength and modulus of elasticity of the hard denture liners, Kooliner and New Truliner, and a thermoacrylic resin, QC-20, were evaluated. The disinfectants changed the mechanical properties of the tested materials.

Rakesh N. Bahadure, MDS
Nilima Thosar, MDS
Monika Khubchandani, MDS

2013 July;61(4):e5.

This report describes a case in which a 10-year-old girl reported with an impacted, recessed central incisor. The CBCT examination compelled the treating dentists to maintain the central incisor by orthodontically extruding the tooth and then rebuilding it with a bonded composite restoration.

Natalia Ventura da Cas, DDS
Gabrielle Rodrigues Ruat, DDS, MS
Renata Pla Rizzolo Bueno, DDS, MS
Raquel Pachaly, DDS, MS
Roselaine Terezinha Pozzobon, DDS, MS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):e8.

This study sought to evaluate the effect of different toothpastes—3 with whitening action, 1 without—on the average surface roughness (Ra) of a microhybrid composite resin. It was determined that brushing with toothpaste, regardless of formulation, significantly increased the Ra of the resin composite evaluated in this study.

Aline Garcia Figueiredo Costa
Rayana Ondina Biagioni Costa
Lucinei Roberto de Oliveira, DDS, MSD, PhD
Soraya de Mattos Camargo Grossmann, DDS, MSD, PhD

2013 July;61(4):e12.

This is a case of a 66-year-old woman who presented with intestinal poliposis, periosteal osteoma in the face, and fibromas and multiple endosteal osteomas in the maxilla, which are indications of Gardner’s syndrome. Patients with a suspected diagnosis of Gardner’s syndrome should be referred to a dermatologist, have a colonoscopy performed, and be followed up by a dentist.

Wilfredo Alejandro Gonzalez-Arriagada, DDS, MSc
Alan Roger Santos Silva, DDS, PhD
Pablo Agustin Vargas, DDS, PhD
Oslei Paes de Almeida, DDS, PhD
Marcio Ajudarte Lopes, DDS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):e15.

This report describes the case of a patient, with a diagnosis of cardiac arrhythmia, who presented with a stigmatizing blue-gray facial pigmentation and altered serum values of thyroid hormones associated with the intake of amiodarone. The patient was referred to her cardiologist.

Roger D. Winland, DDS, MS, MAGD

2013 July;61(4):8.

2013 July;61(4):78.

Marcio Jose Mendonca, DDS, MSc, PhD
Renata Santos Rafael, DDS
Veridiana Camilotti, DDS, MSc, PhD
Rafael Andrade Menolli, MSc
Eliseu Augusto Sicoli, DDS, MSc, PhD
Nancielli Teixeira, DDS
Mario Alexandre Coelho Sinhoreti, DDS, MSc, PhD

2013 July;61(4):10.

This study compared the microbicidal effect of 2% glutaraldehyde and 0.2% peracetic acid for the disinfection of dental impressions made with vinyl polysiloxane, using 2 methods: immersion and ultrasonic nebulization. The results indicate that ultrasonic nebulization is an effective microbicidal method for polyvinylsiloxane impressions when either solution was used.

Zeinab Rezaei Esfahrood, DDS, MS
Mahdi Kadkhodazadeh, DDS, MS
Mohammad Reza Talebi Ardakani, DDS, MS

2013 July;61(4):14.

Different tissue biotypes respond differently to inflammation and to surgical and restorative treatment; thus it is crucial to identify tissue biotype before treatment. This article reviews the characteristics of various gingival biotypes and the many ways to determine them.

K. Prabhu, MDS
Padma Ariga, MDS
Jacob Mathew Philip, MDS
 
2013 July;61(4):19.

This study sought to compare the efficacy of digital photographs and graphic software for shade matching. Shade selection done with digital photography and graphic software using color differences formulas offered better and statistically significant shade matching compared to conventional visual shade selection and visual shade selection assisted by digital photography.

Leogenes M. Santiago, DDS, MSc
Bruna de C. Farias, DDS, MSc
Alessandra de A. T. Carvalho, DDS, MSc, PhD
Catia Maria Fonseca Guerra, DDS, MSc, PhD
Renata Cimoes, DDS, MSc, PhD

2013 July;61(4):24.

This is a case report of iatrogenic root perforation on an anterior tooth that required combined restorative, periodontal, surgical, and endodontic approaches. This report shows that a subepithelial connective tissue graft can successfully treat root perforations associated with a resin ionomer-restored root surface. 

M. Rammal, DDS
M. Meador, DMD
M. Rodriguez, DMD
B. Lish, DDS

2013 July;61(4):28.

This article presents a case of a patient with a medical history of hemolytic jaundice. Green staining of the dentition is a phenomenon associated with the deposition of bilirubin in the matrix of hard tissue during formation.

Nicholas Egbert, DDS, MDS, FACP
Swati Ahuja, BDS, MDS
Robert Brandt, DDS, MS
Vinay Jain, BDS, MDS
Russell Wicks, DMD, MS

2013 July;61(4):30.

Careful evaluation is necessary before placing a single tooth in the esthetic zone. This case involved the presurgical location of the facial free gingival margin of the implant-supported crown, in relation to the adjacent teeth.

Marvin B. Golberg, DDS
Sharon C. Siegel, DDS, MS
Niloufar Rezakani, DMD

2013 July;61(4):36.

This case report describes the restoration of a central incisor that was previously restored with an unesthetic three-quarter gold crown. A CAD/CAM three-quarter crown was planned to conserve tooth structure. After preparation, the tooth was scanned for a CAD/CAM crown in order to fabricate a ceramic restoration, which was then milled and bonded, producing an esthetic result.

Ken Southward, DDS, FAGD
Anne Bosy, RDH, MEd, MSc

2013 July;61(4):41.

The study’s goal was to determine the effectiveness of an antibiotic rinse preparation, containing metronidazole and nystatin, in decreasing oral malodor and periodontal disease for individuals whose chief complaint was halitosis. The results indicated a substantial decrease in both halitosis and periodontal disease markers, which was accomplished without the risk of the systemic effects of an oral antibiotic.

Leo Guimaraes Soares, DDS, PhD
Roberto Luiz Guaitolini, DDS, MS
Sergio de Carvalho Weyne, DDS, PhD
Marcio Eduardo Vieira Falabella, DDS, PhD
Eduardo Muniz Barretto Tinoco, DDS, PhD
Denise Gomes da Silva, DDS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):46.

This study evaluate the efficacy of a mouthrinse containing 0.3% chlorine dioxide in reducing oral volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs). The VSC reduction rate of the test mouthrinse was superior to a placebo and a 0.07% cetylpyridinium chloride solution. There was no difference between the test mouthrinse and a 0.2% chlorhexidine gluconate solution in VSC reduction rates.

Jason H. Goodchild, DMD
Mark Donaldson, BSP, PHARMD, FASHP, FACHE

2013 July;61(4):50.

This article reviews the case of a 66-year-old man who developed an elevated international normalized ratio and sustained clinically significant bleeding as a result of a drug-drug interaction between warfarin and amoxicillin. An objective causality assessment revealed that this adverse drug event, secondary to the warfarin and amoxicillin interaction, was probable.

Natalia Costa Araujo, PhD
Manuella Uilmann Silva da Costa Soares, PhD
Marcela Maria Nery, MD
Wagno da Silva Sales
Marleny Elizabeth Martinez Gerbi, PhD

2013 July;61(4):55.

This study evaluated the influence of bleaching gel pH and the effect of remineralizing gels after bleaching in different time intervals. The results indicate that it is important to consider the bleaching agent’s pH and composition when treating patients with reduced salivary secretion.

Sandro Marco Stefanini de Almeida, DDS, MS
Fabiana Mantovani Gomes Franca, ScD, MS
Flavia Martao Florio, DDS, MS, ScD
Glaucia Maria Bovi Ambrosano, AGR ENG, MS, ScD
Roberta Tarkany Basting, DDS, MS, ScD, PhD

2013 July;61(4):59.

This study performed an in vivo analysis of the total number of microorganisms in dentin after the use of conventional or chemomechanical (papain gel) caries removal methods. For both groups, the total count of microorganisms in dentin decreased 45 days after placing the temporary cavity sealing.

Morton I. Lieberman, DDS
Thomas H. Ward, DMD, MPH, FACD
Michael A. Siegel, DDS, MS, FDS RCSEd

2013 July;61(4):65.

The purpose of this article is to reinforce the need for all dental clinicians to perform a complete lymph node examination on every patient, and provides the rationale for lymph node examination, the palpation techniques for the clinician to utilize, and the anatomic locations and descriptions of lymph nodes.

Eric Danko, DMD, MBA, FAGD, ABGD
Jason Roe, DDS, FACP

2013 July;61(4):69.

This article describes an alternative method for closing the area between a pontic and the alveolar ridge. An existing restoration could be maintained by resin-bonding an onlay to the intaglio surface of the pontic.

Tatiana Miranda Deliberador, DDS, PhD
Daniel Rizzo Trotta, DDS
Luis Gustavo Klug, DDS, MSc
Joao Cesar Zielak, DDS, PhD
Allan Fernando Giovanini, DDS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):72.

This case report presents an intrabony periodontal defect with bioactive glass and connective tissue graft used as a barrier. Probing depth and clinical attachment gain were reduced at 6 and 12 months post-treatment.

Adilson Yoshio Furuse, DDS, MSc, PhD
Leonardo Fernandes da Cunha, DDS, MSc
Patricio Runnacles, DDS, MSc
Rodrigo Pirolo, DDS, MSc
Joao Cesar Zielak, DDS, MSc, PhD

2013 July;61(4):75.

The article demonstrates how chemical vapor deposition (CVD) diamond burs were used in a simple esthetic and cosmetic procedure to treat discolored anterior teeth. The results indicate that CVD diamond burs are appropriate for removing excess material at the gingival margins of resin composite restorations without damaging the periodontium.

Sabrina Alessandra Rodrigues, DDS, MSD
Juliana Maria Costa Nunez Pantoja, DDS, MSD, PHD
Jessica Mie Ferreira Koyama Takahashi, DDS, MSD, PHD
Rafael Leonardo Xediek Consani, DDS, MSD, PHD
Marcelo Ferraz Mesquita, DDS, MSD, PHD

2013 July;61(4):e1.

The effects of the disinfectants, Efferdent and 0.5% sodium hypochlorite, and their effects on the flexural strength and modulus of elasticity of the hard denture liners, Kooliner and New Truliner, and a thermoacrylic resin, QC-20, were evaluated. The disinfectants changed the mechanical properties of the tested materials.

Rakesh N. Bahadure, MDS
Nilima Thosar, MDS
Monika Khubchandani, MDS

2013 July;61(4):e5.

This report describes a case in which a 10-year-old girl reported with an impacted, recessed central incisor. The CBCT examination compelled the treating dentists to maintain the central incisor by orthodontically extruding the tooth and then rebuilding it with a bonded composite restoration.

Natalia Ventura da Cas, DDS
Gabrielle Rodrigues Ruat, DDS, MS
Renata Pla Rizzolo Bueno, DDS, MS
Raquel Pachaly, DDS, MS
Roselaine Terezinha Pozzobon, DDS, MS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):e8.

This study sought to evaluate the effect of different toothpastes—3 with whitening action, 1 without—on the average surface roughness (Ra) of a microhybrid composite resin. It was determined that brushing with toothpaste, regardless of formulation, significantly increased the Ra of the resin composite evaluated in this study.

Aline Garcia Figueiredo Costa
Rayana Ondina Biagioni Costa
Lucinei Roberto de Oliveira, DDS, MSD, PhD
Soraya de Mattos Camargo Grossmann, DDS, MSD, PhD

2013 July;61(4):e12.

This is a case of a 66-year-old woman who presented with intestinal poliposis, periosteal osteoma in the face, and fibromas and multiple endosteal osteomas in the maxilla, which are indications of Gardner’s syndrome. Patients with a suspected diagnosis of Gardner’s syndrome should be referred to a dermatologist, have a colonoscopy performed, and be followed up by a dentist.

Wilfredo Alejandro Gonzalez-Arriagada, DDS, MSc
Alan Roger Santos Silva, DDS, PhD
Pablo Agustin Vargas, DDS, PhD
Oslei Paes de Almeida, DDS, PhD
Marcio Ajudarte Lopes, DDS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):e15.

This report describes the case of a patient, with a diagnosis of cardiac arrhythmia, who presented with a stigmatizing blue-gray facial pigmentation and altered serum values of thyroid hormones associated with the intake of amiodarone. The patient was referred to her cardiologist.

Roger D. Winland, DDS, MS, MAGD

2013 July;61(4):8.

2013 July;61(4):78.

Marcio Jose Mendonca, DDS, MSc, PhD
Renata Santos Rafael, DDS
Veridiana Camilotti, DDS, MSc, PhD
Rafael Andrade Menolli, MSc
Eliseu Augusto Sicoli, DDS, MSc, PhD
Nancielli Teixeira, DDS
Mario Alexandre Coelho Sinhoreti, DDS, MSc, PhD

2013 July;61(4):10.

This study compared the microbicidal effect of 2% glutaraldehyde and 0.2% peracetic acid for the disinfection of dental impressions made with vinyl polysiloxane, using 2 methods: immersion and ultrasonic nebulization. The results indicate that ultrasonic nebulization is an effective microbicidal method for polyvinylsiloxane impressions when either solution was used.

Zeinab Rezaei Esfahrood, DDS, MS
Mahdi Kadkhodazadeh, DDS, MS
Mohammad Reza Talebi Ardakani, DDS, MS

2013 July;61(4):14.

Different tissue biotypes respond differently to inflammation and to surgical and restorative treatment; thus it is crucial to identify tissue biotype before treatment. This article reviews the characteristics of various gingival biotypes and the many ways to determine them.

K. Prabhu, MDS
Padma Ariga, MDS
Jacob Mathew Philip, MDS
 
2013 July;61(4):19.

This study sought to compare the efficacy of digital photographs and graphic software for shade matching. Shade selection done with digital photography and graphic software using color differences formulas offered better and statistically significant shade matching compared to conventional visual shade selection and visual shade selection assisted by digital photography.

Leogenes M. Santiago, DDS, MSc
Bruna de C. Farias, DDS, MSc
Alessandra de A. T. Carvalho, DDS, MSc, PhD
Catia Maria Fonseca Guerra, DDS, MSc, PhD
Renata Cimoes, DDS, MSc, PhD

2013 July;61(4):24.

This is a case report of iatrogenic root perforation on an anterior tooth that required combined restorative, periodontal, surgical, and endodontic approaches. This report shows that a subepithelial connective tissue graft can successfully treat root perforations associated with a resin ionomer-restored root surface. 

M. Rammal, DDS
M. Meador, DMD
M. Rodriguez, DMD
B. Lish, DDS

2013 July;61(4):28.

This article presents a case of a patient with a medical history of hemolytic jaundice. Green staining of the dentition is a phenomenon associated with the deposition of bilirubin in the matrix of hard tissue during formation.

Nicholas Egbert, DDS, MDS, FACP
Swati Ahuja, BDS, MDS
Robert Brandt, DDS, MS
Vinay Jain, BDS, MDS
Russell Wicks, DMD, MS

2013 July;61(4):30.

Careful evaluation is necessary before placing a single tooth in the esthetic zone. This case involved the presurgical location of the facial free gingival margin of the implant-supported crown, in relation to the adjacent teeth.

Marvin B. Golberg, DDS
Sharon C. Siegel, DDS, MS
Niloufar Rezakani, DMD

2013 July;61(4):36.

This case report describes the restoration of a central incisor that was previously restored with an unesthetic three-quarter gold crown. A CAD/CAM three-quarter crown was planned to conserve tooth structure. After preparation, the tooth was scanned for a CAD/CAM crown in order to fabricate a ceramic restoration, which was then milled and bonded, producing an esthetic result.

Ken Southward, DDS, FAGD
Anne Bosy, RDH, MEd, MSc

2013 July;61(4):41.

The study’s goal was to determine the effectiveness of an antibiotic rinse preparation, containing metronidazole and nystatin, in decreasing oral malodor and periodontal disease for individuals whose chief complaint was halitosis. The results indicated a substantial decrease in both halitosis and periodontal disease markers, which was accomplished without the risk of the systemic effects of an oral antibiotic.

Leo Guimaraes Soares, DDS, PhD
Roberto Luiz Guaitolini, DDS, MS
Sergio de Carvalho Weyne, DDS, PhD
Marcio Eduardo Vieira Falabella, DDS, PhD
Eduardo Muniz Barretto Tinoco, DDS, PhD
Denise Gomes da Silva, DDS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):46.

This study evaluate the efficacy of a mouthrinse containing 0.3% chlorine dioxide in reducing oral volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs). The VSC reduction rate of the test mouthrinse was superior to a placebo and a 0.07% cetylpyridinium chloride solution. There was no difference between the test mouthrinse and a 0.2% chlorhexidine gluconate solution in VSC reduction rates.

Jason H. Goodchild, DMD
Mark Donaldson, BSP, PHARMD, FASHP, FACHE

2013 July;61(4):50.

This article reviews the case of a 66-year-old man who developed an elevated international normalized ratio and sustained clinically significant bleeding as a result of a drug-drug interaction between warfarin and amoxicillin. An objective causality assessment revealed that this adverse drug event, secondary to the warfarin and amoxicillin interaction, was probable.

Natalia Costa Araujo, PhD
Manuella Uilmann Silva da Costa Soares, PhD
Marcela Maria Nery, MD
Wagno da Silva Sales
Marleny Elizabeth Martinez Gerbi, PhD

2013 July;61(4):55.

This study evaluated the influence of bleaching gel pH and the effect of remineralizing gels after bleaching in different time intervals. The results indicate that it is important to consider the bleaching agent’s pH and composition when treating patients with reduced salivary secretion.

Sandro Marco Stefanini de Almeida, DDS, MS
Fabiana Mantovani Gomes Franca, ScD, MS
Flavia Martao Florio, DDS, MS, ScD
Glaucia Maria Bovi Ambrosano, AGR ENG, MS, ScD
Roberta Tarkany Basting, DDS, MS, ScD, PhD

2013 July;61(4):59.

This study performed an in vivo analysis of the total number of microorganisms in dentin after the use of conventional or chemomechanical (papain gel) caries removal methods. For both groups, the total count of microorganisms in dentin decreased 45 days after placing the temporary cavity sealing.

Morton I. Lieberman, DDS
Thomas H. Ward, DMD, MPH, FACD
Michael A. Siegel, DDS, MS, FDS RCSEd

2013 July;61(4):65.

The purpose of this article is to reinforce the need for all dental clinicians to perform a complete lymph node examination on every patient, and provides the rationale for lymph node examination, the palpation techniques for the clinician to utilize, and the anatomic locations and descriptions of lymph nodes.

Eric Danko, DMD, MBA, FAGD, ABGD
Jason Roe, DDS, FACP

2013 July;61(4):69.

This article describes an alternative method for closing the area between a pontic and the alveolar ridge. An existing restoration could be maintained by resin-bonding an onlay to the intaglio surface of the pontic.

Tatiana Miranda Deliberador, DDS, PhD
Daniel Rizzo Trotta, DDS
Luis Gustavo Klug, DDS, MSc
Joao Cesar Zielak, DDS, PhD
Allan Fernando Giovanini, DDS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):72.

This case report presents an intrabony periodontal defect with bioactive glass and connective tissue graft used as a barrier. Probing depth and clinical attachment gain were reduced at 6 and 12 months post-treatment.

Adilson Yoshio Furuse, DDS, MSc, PhD
Leonardo Fernandes da Cunha, DDS, MSc
Patricio Runnacles, DDS, MSc
Rodrigo Pirolo, DDS, MSc
Joao Cesar Zielak, DDS, MSc, PhD

2013 July;61(4):75.

The article demonstrates how chemical vapor deposition (CVD) diamond burs were used in a simple esthetic and cosmetic procedure to treat discolored anterior teeth. The results indicate that CVD diamond burs are appropriate for removing excess material at the gingival margins of resin composite restorations without damaging the periodontium.

Sabrina Alessandra Rodrigues, DDS, MSD
Juliana Maria Costa Nunez Pantoja, DDS, MSD, PHD
Jessica Mie Ferreira Koyama Takahashi, DDS, MSD, PHD
Rafael Leonardo Xediek Consani, DDS, MSD, PHD
Marcelo Ferraz Mesquita, DDS, MSD, PHD

2013 July;61(4):e1.

The effects of the disinfectants, Efferdent and 0.5% sodium hypochlorite, and their effects on the flexural strength and modulus of elasticity of the hard denture liners, Kooliner and New Truliner, and a thermoacrylic resin, QC-20, were evaluated. The disinfectants changed the mechanical properties of the tested materials.

Rakesh N. Bahadure, MDS
Nilima Thosar, MDS
Monika Khubchandani, MDS

2013 July;61(4):e5.

This report describes a case in which a 10-year-old girl reported with an impacted, recessed central incisor. The CBCT examination compelled the treating dentists to maintain the central incisor by orthodontically extruding the tooth and then rebuilding it with a bonded composite restoration.

Natalia Ventura da Cas, DDS
Gabrielle Rodrigues Ruat, DDS, MS
Renata Pla Rizzolo Bueno, DDS, MS
Raquel Pachaly, DDS, MS
Roselaine Terezinha Pozzobon, DDS, MS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):e8.

This study sought to evaluate the effect of different toothpastes—3 with whitening action, 1 without—on the average surface roughness (Ra) of a microhybrid composite resin. It was determined that brushing with toothpaste, regardless of formulation, significantly increased the Ra of the resin composite evaluated in this study.

Aline Garcia Figueiredo Costa
Rayana Ondina Biagioni Costa
Lucinei Roberto de Oliveira, DDS, MSD, PhD
Soraya de Mattos Camargo Grossmann, DDS, MSD, PhD

2013 July;61(4):e12.

This is a case of a 66-year-old woman who presented with intestinal poliposis, periosteal osteoma in the face, and fibromas and multiple endosteal osteomas in the maxilla, which are indications of Gardner’s syndrome. Patients with a suspected diagnosis of Gardner’s syndrome should be referred to a dermatologist, have a colonoscopy performed, and be followed up by a dentist.

Wilfredo Alejandro Gonzalez-Arriagada, DDS, MSc
Alan Roger Santos Silva, DDS, PhD
Pablo Agustin Vargas, DDS, PhD
Oslei Paes de Almeida, DDS, PhD
Marcio Ajudarte Lopes, DDS, PhD

2013 July;61(4):e15.

This report describes the case of a patient, with a diagnosis of cardiac arrhythmia, who presented with a stigmatizing blue-gray facial pigmentation and altered serum values of thyroid hormones associated with the intake of amiodarone. The patient was referred to her cardiologist.