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SELF-INSTRUCTION
Esthetics/Cosmetic Dentistry
Determining the widths of the maxillary anterior teeth for esthetics: comparison of the Mondelli and Albers formulas, esthetic proportion, and golden ratio
Lorena de Mello Alcântara Garrido
Ana Paula Rodrigues Magalhães
Mauro Elisban Díaz Mamani
José Mondelli
A comparison of formulas for idealized proportions of the maxillary incisors (Mondelli formula 1, Mondelli formula 2, Albers formula, esthetic proportion, and golden ratio) against measurements in natural teeth revealed that none of the suggested proportions exactly matched the actual measurements of the population. These formulas can serve as guidelines for esthetic planning, but the patient’s individual characteristics and dentist’s expertise should determine treatment.
2024 May/June; 72(3):26-32.
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Self-Instruction Exercise No. GD527
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SELF-INSTRUCTION
Oral Medicine, Oral Diagnosis, Oral Pathology
Malignancy around implants in patients with a history of a potentially malignant or malignant lesion: a systematic review
Abhishek Kumar Gupta
Rekha Gupta
Shubhra Gill
Vashi Narula
This review assessed the relationship between oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) around dental implants and a history of a potentially malignant lesion (PML) or malignant lesion. There is no statistical evidence of a direct association between implants and OSCC in patients with a history of PML or malignancy, but case reports suggest that these patients should be evaluated regularly, particularly if they have other OSCC risk factors such as a history of smoking or alcohol abuse.
2024 May/June; 72(3):34-40.
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Self-Instruction Exercise No. GD528
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SELF-INSTRUCTION
Esthetics/Cosmetic Dentistry
Tetracycline staining of the dentition: a review of the literature and report of a clinical case
Paulo G. Warmling
Júlia Soares de Arruda Zanandrea
Taynara Santos Goulart
Lucas da Fonseca Roberti Garcia
Josiane de Almeida
This article reviews the literature regarding tetracycline staining of the dentition and describes the treatment of severe tetracycline staining affecting the maxillary anterior dentition of a 48-year-old man. Direct composite resin laminate veneers were fabricated with a combination of different resinous materials in different shades to meet the functional and esthetic needs of the patient.
2024 May/June; 72(3):42-48.
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Self-Instruction Exercise No. GD529
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Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Bone quality assessment in patients with healing mandibular fracture sites: a computed tomography investigation
Erika Antonia dos Anjos Ramos
Luciana Munhoz
Basílio de Almeida Milani
Emiko Saito Arita
This retrospective study assessed the bone quality of healing mandibular fracture sites by measuring the Hounsfield units (HU) on computed tomography images obtained presurgery and postsurgery in patients treated with rigid internal fixation. In these patients, the HU values measured by CT varied across time, expressing the physiologic bone healing process.
2024 May/June; 72(3):50-55.
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Removable Prosthodontics
Tongue prosthesis after total glossectomy: a case report
Victor Alves Nascimento
Jovânia Alves Oliveira
Amanda Rosa de Oliveira
Maira Foresti Vieira Munhoz
Marcela Filié Haddad
This case report describes the prosthetic treatment of a 56-year-old man who underwent total glossectomy, resulting in speech and swallowing difficulties. Esthetic and functional tests were carried out on 3 prototypes of a tongue prosthesis retained by clasps on the first molars. One tongue prototype designed to facilitate speech and another designed to aid in eating and swallowing were selected, and both prostheses were fabricated to restore the patient’s oral function.
2024 May/June; 72(3):56-60.
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Periodontics
Time management in multistep periodontal and implant treatments: a practical guide
Ardeshir Lafzi
Mahdi Kadkhodazadeh
Amirhossein Farahmand
Javad Mehrani Sabet
Reza Amid
Anahita Moscowchi
This literature review discusses the healing processes associated with multistep periodontal and implant treatments and offers recommended time frames for managing crown-lengthening surgery, fresh extraction sockets, alveolar ridge defects, soft tissue defects, sinus floor augmentation, implant loading, and peri-implant defects.
2024 May/June; 72(3):61-66.
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Endodontics
Atypical healing of an endodontic lesion following emergency treatment: a case report
Saeed Asgary
Bita Talebzadeh
This case report examines the atypical healing of an endodontic lesion. Two months after a patient missed her endodontic treatment appointment, she required emergency treatment that included canal cleaning, application of a modified triple antibiotic paste (penicillin G, metronidazole, and ciprofloxacin), and temporary restoration. She failed to seek definitive root canal therapy, but follow-up examinations at 1 and 5 years disclosed gradual healing of the lesion.
2024 May/June; 72(3):67-69.
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Periodontics
Treatment of peri-implantitis using nonsurgical debridement combined with bioresorbable doxycycline nanospheres: a case report with 3-year follow-up
Rafaela Videira Clima da Silva
Amanda Bandeira de Almeida
Rahyza Inácio Freire de Assis
Elis Janaína dos Santos
Daiana Moreira Mendes Rozendo
Antônio Wilson Sallum
This case report describes the treatment of peri-implantitis in a 71-year-old man using mechanical debridement combined with application of bioresorbable doxycycline nanospheres. At the 3-year evaluation, the peri-implant tissues had improved, exhibiting decreased probing depth, minimal bleeding on probing, and no suppuration.
2024 May/June; 72(3):70-73.
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Oral Medicine, Oral Diagnosis, Oral Pathology
Human papillomavirus, oropharyngeal cancer, and the latest vaccine: considerations for oral healthcare providers
Madison L. Watt
Emily Li
James J. Closmann
Oliver H. Chang
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is associated with oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (OPSCC). The current 9-valent HPV vaccine (Gardasil 9) protects against high-risk strains that have been shown to cause OPSCC, and dentists may play a role in the prevention of HPV-related OPSCCs by communicating with their patients about vaccination recommendations.
2024 May/June; 72(3):74-77.
