September/October 2017

Timothy Kosinski
2017 September/October; 65(5):5.

Mark Bornfeld
Mark Donaldson
Jason H. Goodchild
2017 September/October; 65(5):6.

Toni M. Roucka
2017 September/October; 65(5):14-16.

Douglas D. Damm
2017 September/October; 65(5):77-78.

2017 September/October; 65(5):80.

Rawan AlKahtani

As the options in dentin desensitizing products have increased, it can be challenging for clinicians to make the best choices. This literature review explains the modes of action of various desensitizing agents and summarizes clinical trial outcomes of materials in the market to help dentists advise patients on their best options.

2017 September/October; 65(5):17-20.

John Thousand
Joseph Datar
Kerri Font
Charles A. Powell

Ridge preservation procedures are used to preserve the remaining alveolar bone volume after tooth extraction. This study measured the root volume of the adult dentition to provide a guide for selection of graft material for ridge preservation.

2017 September/October; 65(5):21-23.

Mohamed A. Bassiouny
Elizabeth Tweddale

The second of a 2-part series, this article outlines a systematic, multidisciplinary approach—including restorative dental care—to helping patients with eating disorders on their road to recovery.

2017 September/October; 65(5):24-31.

Walker Clark
Matthew Geneser
Arwa Owais
Michael Kanellis
Fang Qian

A retrospective observational study assessed success rates of stainless steel crowns placed on primary molars using the Hall technique. After a mean of 9.9 months, 178 of 180 (98.9%) crowns were rated as clinically successful and 85 of 87 (97.7%) were radiographically successful. After a mean of 20.1 months, 74 of 76 (97.4%) were clinically successful, and 37 of 39 (94.9%) were radiographically successful.

2017 September/October; 65(5):32-35.

Panagiotis Zoidis
Eleonora Bakiri
Ioannis Papathanasiou
Anastasia Zappi

A modified polyetheretherketone (PEEK) framework material veneered with indirect composite resin was used to fabricate 3 single crowns for a patient who exhibited nocturnal bruxism and clenching and refused to use an occlusal appliance. At a 20-month clinical follow-up, the crown restorations were found to have good retention and appearance, and there was no sign of microleakage or wear.

2017 September/October; 65(5):37-40.

Ben A. Sutter

A patient was treated with computer-guided occlusal therapy after being diagnosed with phantom bite of at least 10 years’ duration. Digital occlusal analysis was used to evaluate the occlusion and guide changes. After disclusion times were shortened and an occlusal force imbalance was corrected, the patient reported that her occlusion felt normal.

2017 September/October; 65(5):41-46.

Salwa Omar Bajunaid

This literature review explores techniques for the intact removal of permanently cemented restorations.

2017 September/October; 65(5):48-53.

Graeme Milicich

A greater understanding of the microanatomy of tooth structure, including the concept of the enamel as a compression dome, has led to a revolution in dentistry known by several names: microdentistry, minimally invasive dentistry, biomimetic dentistry, and bioemulation dentistry. When applied together with modern materials and adhesive dentistry, these anatomical principles will allow dentists to repair a compromised compression dome so that it more closely replicates the structure of the healthy tooth.

2017 September/October; 65(5):55-60.

Amrita Sujlana
Parampreet Pannu
Japneet Bhangu

Mesiodentes are the most frequently encountered supernumerary teeth. This article discusses 2 cases of double mesiodens with varying presentations. Literature related to the etiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of mesiodentes is reviewed.

2017 September/October; 65(5):61-65.

Lara M. Seidman
Mary Beth Aichelmann-Reidy
Nasir Bashirelahi

Statins are well known for their ability to combat cardiovascular disease. There is new evidence that statins can influence a variety of cellular pathways, suggesting that their benefits may extend beyond lowering cholesterol. This review will explore potential new therapeutic roles for statins in medical and dental settings.

2017 September/October; 65(5):66-69.

Luís Eduardo Lavigne Paranhos Quintanilha
Luís Eduardo Carneiro-Campos
Lívia Azeredo Alves Antunes
Leonardo Santos Antunes
Claudio Pinheiro Fernandes
Fernanda Volpe Abreu

Hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia (HED), an ectodermal disease with a systemic expression, commonly includes dental abnormalities such as hypodontia. This case report describes a simplified 4-session technique used to fabricate complete dentures for a 4-year-old boy with HED.

2017 September/October; 65(5):72-76.

Pâmela Oliveira Ornellas
Natalia Lopes Pontes Iorio
Karla Bianca Fernandes da Costa Fontes
Leonardo Santos Antunes
Lívia Azeredo Alves Antunes

This case report describes the use of antimicrobial photodynamic therapy as a coadjuvant in the treatment of deep caries in a primary molar. This treatment reduces microorganisms in the dentin and facilitates preservation of pulpal vitality.

2017 September/October; 65(5):e1-e4.

Camila da Silva Rodrigues
Lisandra Rossato Mozzaquatro
Bárbara Dala Nora
Letícia Borges Jacques
André Mallmann

Staining susceptibility and surface roughness changes were evaluated in microhybrid and nanofilled composite resins after application of bleaching peroxides and storage in deionized water or red wine. Bleaching agents did not significantly change the color or roughness of the composite resins used in this study.

2017 September/October; 65(5):e5-e10.

Monique Solon-de-Mello
Renata P.M.V.L. Milioni
Gustavo O. dos Santos
Leandro Martins
Raphael V. Monte Alto

Anomalies of shape, color, or size, or positioning of the teeth may interfere with smile esthetics. This case report presents a step-by-step description of the technique used to fabricate esthetic restorations for conoid maxillary lateral incisors with a minimum of dental preparation.

2017 September/October; 65(5):e12-e16.

Ana Regina Cervantes Dias
Marcos de Oliveira Barceleiro
Katia Regina Hostílio Cervantes Dias
Mauro Sayão de Miranda

In this in vitro study, 3 experiments were conducted to evaluate the influence of customizing the apical portion on the characteristics of fiber posts. Custom adaptation of fiber posts reduced their flexural strength, which remained at acceptable values. Teeth restored with customized fiber posts had greater fracture strength than those restored with intact posts, suggesting that post remodeling is a safe way to improve adaptation.

2017 September/October; 65(5):e17-e22.