Photo-curing hyaluronic acid-Janus antibacterial packs as O2 generator precisely modulate the infectious microenvironment for antibiotic-free periodontal therapy by Runxiu Wei, Gaojie Li, Yuying Huang, Linjing Mi, Jiamin Wu, Huan Huang, Na Yin, Yuling Chen, Qiang Yang, Wenjun Zhang, Bingzhi Sun, Ran Sun, Ling Guo, Min Feng

“…Periodontal disease stands the leading cause of tooth loss in adults. While scaling and root planning is considered the “gold standard” treatment, it is often insufficient in efficiently eliminating anaerobic bacteria from deep periodontal pockets. …”
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Expression of angiotensin converting enzyme 2 in patients with oral squamous cell carcinoma by Shivani Sivasakthivel, Pratibha Ramani, Selvaraj Jayaraman

“…Fresh tissue samples were collected from the primary tumor areas of OSCC patients and healthy tissue samples from patients who had tooth extraction, and both tissues were stored at −80 °C. …”
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Evaluation of the impact of acidic medications and fluoride-containing mouthwash on the enamel surface using quantitative light-induced fluorescence, microhardness, and scanning el... by Saanya Bhasin, Simran Singh, Manuel Sebastian Thomas, Karuna Yarmunja Mahabala, Ramya Shenoy

“…Abstract Background Due to their acidic nature, certain medications can have deleterious effects on tooth enamel. Fluoride is a popular method for reversing these effects. …”
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The impact of food-based incentive behaviors on oral health among Saudi children: a cross-sectional study by Yasir Dilshad Siddiqui, Saud Hamdan Almaeen, Ahmed Shawkat Hashem, Ahmed Ali Ahmed Almuntashiri, Mohammed Nadeem Baig, Abdullah Hammad Alshammari, Rital Jamal Alwaqid, Haifa Ali Almutairi, Raha Ahmed, Rakhi Issrani, Farooq Ahmad Chaudhary

“…Clinical examinations by specialist pediatric dentists assessed the plaque index and decayed-missing-filled tooth (dmft/DMFT) scores. Statistical analyses included descriptive analysis, the Mann-Whitney test, the Kruskal-Wallis test, Spearman’s correlation, and linear regression analysis. …”
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Vertical and horizontal bone loss following alveolar socket preservation using bone grafts and autologous platelet concentrates vs bone grafts alone: a systematic review and meta-a... by Shivang Davda, Rawand Shado, Ines Novo Pereira, David Madruga, Haidar Hassan

“…Abstract Background Socket preservation is a proactive approach that limits bone loss after tooth extraction to maintain adequate bone volume, height and width. …”
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Efficacy of non -thermal pressure plasma versus other modalities for disinfection of primary root canals by Shaymaa A. El Shishiny, Yomna O. Morad, Rania I. Hindi, Amina M. El-Motasem, Asmaa A. El Sheshiny, Dalia M. Alramady, Amira M. Samy

“…For root canal therapy to be successful, root canals must be properly prepared and effectively irrigated .Therefore, it is necessary to select the proper root canal disinfection method to preserve the primary tooth. Objective This research was carried out to compare non-thermal pressure plasma (NTPP), diode laser, propolis, and chlorhexidine (CHX) efficacy for disinfection of deciduous anterior root canals contaminated with Enterococcus Faecalis (E. faecalis) after sterilization by gamma radiation. …”
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Mitochondrial Fusion Proteins and Human Diseases by Michela Ranieri, Simona Brajkovic, Giulietta Riboldi, Dario Ronchi, Federica Rizzo, Nereo Bresolin, Stefania Corti, Giacomo P. Comi

“…An expanding number of degenerative disorders are associated with mutations in the genes encoding MFN2 and OPA1, including Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 2A and autosomal dominant optic atrophy. …”
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The influence of different radiopacifying agents on hermetical sealing ability of calcium silicate and calcium aluminate dental cements by Ćetković Dejan, Zhiyu Cai, Vuković Nemanja, Vuković Zorica, Lei Huaxiang, Biočanin Vladimir, Huang Xiaojing, Jokanović Vukoman, Antonijević Đorđe, Dožić Aleksandra

“…The wettability, surface free energy (SFE), microporosity, nanoporosity and micro-gap size between the material and tooth root canal were evaluated. There was no difference in total SFE among tested cements (p<0.05), while CaSi+BaSO4, CaAl + SrCO3 and CaAl + SrF2 experienced superior wetting than other cements (p<0.05). …”
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An investigator-blinded, 24-month, parallel-group, non-inferiority study to compare aesthetic restorations in primary anterior teeth in a paediatric dental clinic: study protocol f... by Ana Paula Taboada Sobral, Elaine Marcilio Santos, Marcela Leticia Leal Gonçalves, Lara Jansiski Motta, Anna Carolina Ratto Tempestini Horliana, Sandra Kalil Bussadori, Elza Padilha Ferri, Juliana Maria Altavista Sagretti Gallo, Thais Gimenez, José Carlos Pettorossi Imparato

“…Secondary outcomes will include tooth survival, longevity of restoration, quality of life, perception and satisfaction of the participants’ parents/guardians.Ethics and dissemination This protocol has been approved by the Human Research Ethics Committee of Universidade Metropolitana de Santos (protocol number: 6.019.297. …”
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Pleomorphic Adenoma in Palatal Region of a Young Patient: A Case Report by Adel Sharifi Rayeni, Arian Yeganeh

“…At first aspiration was done and the result was negative, then a sulcular incision was made from the area of the 4th upper right tooth to the 7th upper left mesial. After dissection, the mass was completely removed and enucleated. …”
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UNC-10/SYD-2 links kinesin-3 to RAB-3-containing vesicles in the absence of the motor's PH domain by Odvogmed Bayansan, Prerana Bhan, Chien-Yu Chang, Syed Nooruzuha Barmaver, Che-Piao Shen, Oliver Ingvar Wagner

“…Kinesin-3 KIF1A (UNC-104 in C. elegans) is the major axonal transporter of synaptic vesicles and mutations in this molecular motor are linked to KIF1A-associated neurological disorders (KAND), encompassing Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and hereditary spastic paraplegia. …”
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MANAGING MAXILLARY BONE LOSS USING GROWTH FACTORS IN PRE-IMPLANT THERAPY by Cardas Adelina, Stratan Ion, Moraru Daliana, Tibeica Andreea, Agop-Forna Doriana, Norina Forna

“…Bone augmentation and sinus lift procedures are critical components of implant dentistry, particularly for patients experiencing insufficient bone volume in the maxilla due to tooth loss and maxillary sinus pneumatization. The integration of Plasma Rich in Growth Factors (PRGF) into these procedures has demonstrated substantial promise in enhancing bone regeneration and improving implant stability. …”
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Comparative Numerical Analysis between Two Types of Orthodontic Wire for the Lingual Technique, Using the Finite Element Method by Rosa Alicia Hernández-Vázquez, Rodrigo Arturo Marquet-Rivera, Octavio Alejandro Mastache-Miranda, Angel Javier Vázquez-López, Salvador Cruz-López, Juan Alejandro Vázquez-Feijoo

“…Regardless of the material or gauge, some orthodontists choose to use the straight wire and resin and bond it to the surface of the tooth; they call it compensations. Other orthodontists prefer to bend the wire, giving it a mushroom shape. …”
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Influence of Dentin Priming with Tannin-Rich Plant Extracts on the Longevity of Bonded Composite Restorations by Mackeler Ramos Polassi, Thales de Sá Oliveira, Ana Calheiros de Carvalho, Lívia Soman de Medeiros Medeiros, Thiago André Moura Veiga, Carlos Frederico de Oliveira Graeff, Alejandra Hortencia Miranda González, Maria Cristina Marcucci, Simone dos Santos Grecco, Paulo Henrique Perlatti D’Alpino

“…Dentin biomodification was assessed by the modulus of elasticity and mass change in bovine tooth sections (0.5 × 1.7 × 7.0 mm). The dentin staining after extract treatments of dentin slices was compared. …”
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The impact of energy drinks on health of children and young adults - review of latest research by Klaudia Kożuchowska, Dawid Pilarz, Marcelina Szewczyk, Maria Morawska, Aleksandra Tomczyk, Julia Ufnal, Dominika Lewandowska, Dominika Rosińska-Lewandoska, Klaudia Drewko, Kinga Jarosz

“…Energy drinks are characterized by a high sugar content, which promotes obesity, type 2 diabetes and tooth decay. Materials and methods  Systematic literature review was conducted using PubMed and Google Scholar databases to obtain most accurate and recent results. …”
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Oral lesions and disorders and their prevalence arising from the use of illicit drugs in a prison population. by Marta Relvas, Luciana Rocha, Paulo Rompante, Filomena Salazar, Luís Monteiro, Ana Sofia Vinhas, Maria Gonçalves

“…Conclusion: The main oral manifestations found, associated to the consumption of illicit drugs were caries lesions, tooth loss and sensitivity, periodontal diseases, temporomandibular disorders, xerostomia, and bruxism. …”
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The landscape of cell regulatory and communication networks in the human dental follicle by Jia-Ning Liu, Jia-Ning Liu, Jiong-Yi Tian, Lu Liu, Lu Liu, Yuan Cao, Yuan Cao, Xiao Lei, Xiao Lei, Xiao-Hui Zhang, Xiao-Hui Zhang, Zi-Qi Zhang, Zi-Qi Zhang, Jun-Xi He, Jun-Xi He, Chen-Xi Zheng, Chao Ma, Sheng-Feng Bai, Bing-Dong Sui, Fang Jin, Ji Chen, Ji Chen

“…IntroductionThe dental follicle localizes the surrounding enamel organ and dental papilla of the developing tooth germ during the embryonic stage. It can differentiate and develop to form the periodontal ligament, cementum, and alveolar bone tissues. …”
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Analysis of Dental Enamel Surface Submitted to Fruit Juice Plus Soymilk by Micro X-Ray Fluorescence: In Vitro Study by Janaína Salmos Brito, Alexandrino Santos Neto, Luciano Silva, Rebeca Menezes, Natália Araújo, Vanda Carneiro, Lara Magalhães Moreno, Jéssica Miranda, Pâmella Álvares, Giselle Nevares, Felipe Xavier, José Alcides Arruda, Ricardo Bessa-Nogueira, Natanael Santos, Gabriela Queiroz, Ana Paula Sobral, Márcia Silveira, Diana Albuquerque, Marleny Gerbi

“…Florida (FL) statistical analysis showed a statistically significant 1 difference between groups. Thus, a tooth chance to suffer demineralization due to industrialized fruit juices plus soy is real.…”
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Laminated Veneers with Stratified Feldspathic Ceramics by Henrique Tuzzolo Neto, Wagner Ferreira do Nascimento, Larissa Erly, Rodrigo Alves Ribeiro, Jorge de Sá Barbosa, Jessica Mina Zambrana, Lariça Barbosa Raimundo, Cristiane da Silva Mendes, Ivan Pereira da Silva, Alfredo Mikail Melo Mesquita, Daniela Miranda Richarte de Andrade Salgado, Claudio Costa

“…A light air jet was applied, and then each tooth was photopolymerized for 30 seconds. The resin cement was placed inside the pieces and placed in position and photopolymerized. …”
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Schwann Cell‐Specific Ablation of Beclin 1 Impairs Myelination and Leads to Motor and Sensory Neuropathy in Mice by Lisa Gambarotto, Loris Russo, Silvia Bresolin, Luca Persano, Rachele D'Amore, Giulia Ronchi, Federica Zen, Luisa Muratori, Alice Cani, Samuele Negro, Aram Megighian, Sonia Calabrò, Paola Braghetta, Dario Bizzotto, Matilde Cescon

“…Remarkably, the dysregulation in endosomal trafficking is emerging as a pathophysiological mechanism underlying peripheral neuropathies, such as demyelinating Charcot‐Marie‐Tooth (CMT) diseases. By knocking out Beclin 1 in SCs here a novel mouse model (Becn1 cKO) is generated, developing a severe and progressive neuropathy, accompanied by involuntary tremors, body weight loss, and premature death. …”
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