ORAL HEALTH EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE PROGRAM

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Differences in Attitudes and Beliefs Among Dental Hygienists and Dentists on the Introduction of Dental Therapy Programs in Community Colleges (CAT#3551)11/02/2023Puneet Gill
Mobile Phone Application Intervention on Oral Health Is Effective at Improving Oral Hygiene in Adolescents (CAT#3552)11/01/2023Mira Jang, DDS
Sonic Irrigation Leads to Improved Sealer Penetration When Compared to Conventional Irrigation in Non-Surgical Root Canal Therapy (CAT#3545)10/25/2023Janice Mach, DMD
A Combination of Regenerative Therapies Provides Greater CAL Gain and Reduction in PD in Intrabony Defects than a Single Therapy Alone (CAT#3546)10/25/2023Kathryn Gabel, DDS
Remote Dental Monitoring Can Reduce In-office Appointments in Patients Treated with Clear Aligner Therapy (CAT#3547)10/25/2023Lane Shafer, DMD
Apex Locators Do Not Interfere with Cardiac Implantable Electric Device (CIED) Function (CAT#3548)10/25/2023Issam Ghaben DMD
The Use of Artifact Reduction Software on CBCT with Beam Hardening May Reduce Vertical Root Fractures Detection Chances (CAT#3549)10/25/2023Joe Cordahi
Micro-invasive Treatments Are More Effective in Halting the Progression of Proximal Incipient Caries in Primary Dentition Than Traditional Non-invasive Methods (CAT#3550)10/25/2023Chase Hardy, DMD
3D-Printed Denture Bases Have Increased Adherence of Candida albicans when Compared to Conventional and Milled Bases In Vitro (CAT#3539)10/19/2023Destin Nguon
Transverse Palatal Expansion with Mini-implant Assisted Rapid Palatal Expander (MARPE) Appliance on Non-obese Adult Patients with Severe Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) Improves Symptoms of OSA (CAT#3540)10/19/2023James Otani, DDS
Single-Phase Treatment of Class II Malocclusion Patients During Adolescence Results in More Efficient Treatment and Better Clinical Outcomes (CAT#3541)10/19/2023Jesus Ojeda, DDS
High-powered Nd:YAG Laser Surface Conditioning Prior to Bonding May Produce Bond Strengths Between Metal Brackets and Porcelain Equivalent to Those Produced Using Traditional Intraoral Hydrofluoric Acid (CAT#3542)10/19/2023Jeremy Haqq
Artificial Intelligence May Aid in Diagnosis of TMJ Osteoarthritis, but the Evidence Is Not Clear (CAT#3543)10/19/2023Cody Pewarchuk, DMD
For Patients with History of Cancer of Primary Origin Outside of the Jaw, Use Of CBCT Imaging Can Be Instrumental to the Identification of Cancer Recurrence Through Detection of Metastatic Lesions of the Jaw (CAT#3544)10/19/2023Alexandra Shepherd
Combined Use of rhPDGF-BB with Bone Graft in Treating Periodontal Intrabony Defects Improves Healing Outcomes Compared to Bone Grafting Alone (CAT#3535)10/17/2023Camille Banson, DMD
A Sensory-Adapted Dental Environment Improves Outcomes for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder Undergoing Dental Care (CAT#3536)10/17/2023Nida-e-Haque Mahmud, BDS, DDS, MSDS
Immediate Loading of Mandibular Overdentures Is Not Associated with Increased Implant Failure when Compared to Delayed Loading Protocols (CAT#3537)10/17/2023Mustafa Girnary, DDS
Using a Water Flosser Can Be Effective in Managing Plaque During Orthodontic Treatment When Used in Conjunction With Other Oral Hygiene Modalities (CAT#3538)10/17/2023Nicole Meyer
The Use of Splinted or Unsplinted Attachment Systems Do Not Affect the Biological or Prosthetic Success of Implant Overdentures (CAT#3531)10/16/2023Jaehyun Kim
Amnion Chorion Membranes May Improve Palatal Donor Site Wound Healing for Autogenous Gingival Grafts (CAT#3532)10/16/2023Kylie Yineman, DMD, MPH
Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRF) Improves Clinical Outcomes of Class II Furcation Defects When Used as an Adjunct to Open Flap Debridement (OFD) Procedures Compared to OFD Alone (CAT#3533)10/16/2023Jackson Sides
Sodium Hypochlorite Concentration Has No Effect on Postoperative Pain Subsequent to Non-Surgical Root Canal Therapy (CAT#3534)10/16/2023Rachel Kurcz, DDS
Zirconia Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR) Barriers Can Be Successful at Augmenting Alveolar Ridge Dimensions to Allow Restoratively Driven Implant Placement. (CAT#3493)04/27/2023Thomas O’Connor, D.M.D.
Using Single Arch Plastic Stock Trays Results in Greater Distortion in Dental Casts than Custom Trays (CAT#3518)12/05/2022Alexis DuDash, DDS
No Significant Difference Is Noted in Posterior Proximal Surface Caries Detection for Extraoral Bitewing Radiographs vs. Intraoral Bitewing Radiographs (CAT#3519)12/05/2022Brian Ross
Molecular Hydrogen Has Therapeutic Effects in Patients with Osteoradionecrosis of the Jaw (CAT#3516)12/04/2022Ben Bartlett
Ultrasound Can Be a Valuable Initial Assessment Tool in Detecting Major Salivary Gland Tumors (CAT#3517)12/04/2022Dr. Mina Morcos
Local Administration of Bupivacaine May Prove Effective in Reducing Post-operative Pain (CAT#3499)12/01/2022Jessica Koster, DDS
Herbal Mouth Rinses May Be Less Cytotoxic to Fibroblasts and SCAPs Than Chlorhexidine (CAT#3500)12/01/2022Alexander Padalino, DDS
Complication Rates Following Guided Bone Regeneration Are Not Significantly Affected by Membrane Type (CAT#3501)12/01/2022Mary Namy
More Evidence Is Needed to Determine the Efficacy of Auricular Acupuncture for Treatment of Dental Pain (CAT#3515)12/01/2022Christine Melch, DDS
The Type of Suture Used in Third Molar Extraction Does Not Matter in Post-Surgical Infection and Pain (CAT#3514)11/30/2022Eva Otgonbayar
Bucco-Palatally Narrow Sinus Floors Demonstrate Increased Success for Internal Sinus Augmentation (CAT#3510)11/30/2022Jaret Simonsen, DMD. Periodontics
Auto-transplantation Demonstrates High Survival Rates and Can Be a Favorable Treatment Modality for Children with Missing Teeth (CAT#3508)11/29/2022Zaara Baig
Frankel III Appliance Improves Mandibular Position and Overjet in Class III Malocclusions (CAT#3509)11/29/2022Charlie Arndt, DDS
Clear Aligner Therapy Presents a Reduced Risk for White Spot Lesion Development Compared to Traditional Orthodontic Therapy (CAT#3511)11/29/2022Jason Nguyen, DDS
In Growing Class III Skeletal Patients, There Is No Clear Evidence That Bone-Anchored Maxillary Protraction Yields Greater Skeletal Changes Than Reverse-Pull Headgear (CAT#3512)11/29/2022Marco Irimia
There Is Preliminary Evidence That Single Visit Regenerative Endodontic Therapy On Immature Necrotic Permanent Teeth Promotes Similar Amount of Radiographic Root Development as Use of an Interappointment Dressing (CAT#3513)11/29/2022Rene Slykhous, DMD
Head and Neck Radiation Therapy, Regardless of Beam Angulation, Results in Reduced Maximal Vertical Opening and Decreased Mandibular Function (CAT#3498)11/26/2022Asma Samara
Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Should Be Considered a Useful Adjunct in the Debridement of Teeth with Persistent Endodontic Infection (CAT#3502)11/26/2022Matthew Czernick
In Patients Undergoing Nonsurgical Root Canal Treatment, Occlusal Reduction Helps to Reduce Post-endodontic Pain (CAT#3503)11/26/2022Shilpa Ganatra, BDS
Dental Measurements from CBCT-Generated Models Are Not as Accurate as Those from Intraoral Scanners (CAT#3504)11/26/2022Janet Park
Use of the GentleWave System for Endodontic Irrigation Does Not Increase Postoperative Pain When Compared to Other Irrigation Methods (CAT#3505)11/26/2022Dr. Renee Smith
Larger 25-Gauge Needles Do Not Cause Increased Inferior Alveolar Nerve Block Injection Pain as Compared to Smaller 27- or 30-Gauge Needles (CAT#3506)11/26/2022Bradley J. Phares, DDS
Adding Sodium Hypochlorite to Dental Unit Waterlines Can Reduce Bacterial Spread from Aerosols Generated by Endodontic Procedures (CAT#3507)11/26/2022Dr. Cindy Huynh, DDS
Artificial Intelligence Software Improves Accuracy of Caries Detection by Dentists (CAT#3494)11/19/2022Shireen Khan
Delaying Implant Placement Up to 12 Months After Ridge Preservation Does not Compromise Alveolar Ridge Dimension on CBCT Analysis (CAT#3495)11/19/2022Dr. Joelle Foster
3D Printed Space Maintainers May Be More Effective at Maintaining Space than Conventional Space Maintainers (CAT#3496)11/19/2022Jacob Tuft DMD
Maxillary Sinus Membrane Perforation May Affect Implant Survival (CAT#3497)11/19/2022Claire Miles, DMD
Active Self-Ligating Brackets Are More Efficient and Effective Than Passive Self-Ligating Brackets (CAT#3491)09/19/2022Shivani K Patel
Temporary Anchorage Devices Are More Effective in Preserving Orthodontic Anchorage Than Conventional Anchorage Devices For Treating Class I or II Malocclusion With Dentoalveolar Protrusion (CAT#3492)09/19/2022Octavio Garcia
Root Proximity is a Major Surgical Factor of Orthodontic Mini-Implant Failure. (CAT#3490)06/09/2022Susan Kim
A High-Fiber Diet Is Effective at Reducing Periodontal Disease Risk in Adults (CAT#3477)12/09/2021Kellen McWhorter, DMD
Following Endodontic Microsurgery, It Is Unclear if Grafting Will Aid in Greater Reconstitution of the Cortical Plate (CAT#3472)12/09/2021Jon Hartley
Implant Rehabilitation Is a Successful and Long-term Treatment Option for Patients with Oral Lichen Planus (OLP) (CAT#3488)12/09/2021Cynthia Udeh, DDS
Root Canal Treatment Is a Predictable and Successful Option for Patients with Cracked Teeth (CAT#3475)12/08/2021Nicholas Dybdal-Hargreaves, DDS, PhD
Bioceramic Sealers Result in Less Postoperative Pain as Compared to Resin Sealers for Patients Receiving Nonsurgical Root Canal Therapy (CAT#3486)12/02/2021Abby Shannon, DDS, MPH
Mandibular Setback Orthognathic Surgery Has the Potential to Lead to Similarly Stable Surgical Outcomes as Bimaxillary Surgery (CAT#3487)12/02/2021Tim Glesener
Autogenous Connective Tissue Grafts Yield Superior Keratinized Tissue Width and/or Thickness Outcomes Compared to Acellular Dermal Matrix Allografts (CAT#3473)12/02/2021Se’quon M. H. Scott D.D.S., M.H.S.
Retention of Periodontally Hopeless Teeth Has No Detrimental Effect on Adjacent Teeth When Periodontal Treatment Is Completed (CAT#3484)12/01/2021Ellen Piehl, DMD
Zirconia Implants Provide Highly Esthetic Restorations in the Anterior Maxilla (CAT#3485)12/01/2021Kaleb C. Esplin, DDS
Fifteen-degree Angulated Zirconia Abutments Are Comparable to Zero-degree Angulated Zirconia Abutments in Fracture Resistance (CAT#3480)11/30/2021Aaron Haah, DDS
Mandibular Cortical Index Is an Applicable Method for Measuring Osteoporosis Level in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients (CAT#3476)11/30/2021Shatha Alshehri
Digitally Fabricated Complete Dentures Have Better Trueness of Fit (Accuracy) Than Conventionally Processed Complete Dentures (CAT#3481)11/30/2021Vrinda Gupta
Inclusion of Capnography Monitoring During Conscious Sedation May Lead to Reduction in Respiratory Compromise (CAT#3483)11/30/2021Michael Lamb, DMD
Electronic Cigarettes May Have Potential to Cause Long-Term Oral Health Consequences (CAT#3482)11/30/2021Emily Sexton, DDS
Lasers Are More Effective Than Scalpels for Labial Frenectomies When Considering Clinical and Patient Outcomes (CAT#3474)11/23/2021Ashley I. Shields, DMD
A Smaller Voxel Size to the Cutoff of 0.150mm3 Provides More Precise Volumetric Measurements of Bony Periodontal Defects in CBCT Scans (CAT#3478)11/23/2021Laura Tsu
MTAD Irrigation Has No Significant Clinical Effect on Intracanal Bacterial Counts when Compared to Chemomechanical Endodontic Instrumentation and Sodium Hypochlorite (CAT#3479)11/23/2021Paul Pryor, DMD
Nickel Titanium Closing Springs Are More Effective Than Elastomeric Power Chains for Orthodontic Space Closure (CAT#3468)11/22/2021Brandy Evans, DDS
Fluoride-Releasing Primers Do Not Reduce Risk of White Spot Lesions Compared to Conventional Primers During Orthodontic Treatment (CAT#3469)11/22/2021Anne-Isabelle Foucher
Fixed Functional Appliances in Combination with Temporary Anchorage Devices Promote Mandibular Growth in Adolescents with Class II Malocclusion (CAT#3470)11/22/2021Turki Althenyan, BDS
Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste Is as Effective as Fluoride Toothpaste in Preventing the Development of Caries Lesions (CAT#3471)11/22/2021Thais Phillips, DDS
Self-Ligating Appliances May Increase Efficiency of Initial Alignment (CAT#3465)11/12/2021Dakota Miller, DDS
Insufficient Evidence Exists to Determine if Application of Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) to Deep Carious Lesions Provokes an Inflammatory Pulpal Response (CAT#3466)11/12/2021Zak James, DMD
Treatment of Class II Malocclusion is Equally Effective with a Fixed Functional Appliance or Removable Appliance (CAT#3467)11/12/2021Madison Hauritz
There is No Difference in Caries Risk Between Patients with Fixed Lingual Orthodontic Appliances and Those with Fixed Labial Appliances (CAT#3464)05/19/2021Paxton Short
Piezoelectric Techniques for Surgical Extraction of Third Molars Shows Improved Healing Outcomes Compared to That of Conventional Rotary Burs (CAT#3461)04/20/2021Aidan Huber
Increased Number of Supporting Implants for Full-Arch Fixed Dental Prosthesis Is Not Associated with Higher Survival Rates (CAT#3437)12/15/2020Casey D. Goss, DMD
Addition of Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF) to Bone Graft Material Does Not Improve Soft Tissue Healing in Patients Undergoing Maxillary Sinus Augmentation (CAT#3435)12/10/2020Loc V. Tran, DDS
Dental Implants have similar failure rates in uncontrolled diabetic and well controlled diabetic patients (CAT#3454)12/09/2020Cara Pocano
In Patients with Head and Neck Cancer, CBCT Is the Highest Priority Modality for Detecting Mandibular Bone Invasion Compared to Other Modalities (CAT#3444)12/03/2020Nikolaos Shinas, DDS
No Difference in Peri-implant Marginal Bone Resorption or Failure Rates for Implants Placed at High vs. Low Insertion Torque Values (CAT#3436)12/03/2020Brett Jessen, DDS
Platelet Rich Fibrin Wound Dressing Decreases Post-Operative Pain (CAT#3434)12/03/2020Julia Shelbourn, DMD
Dental Implant Placement into the Nasopalatine Canal May Be a Viable Option When Alternate Sites Do Not Exist (CAT#3445)12/03/2020Dr. Daniel Lee
Vitamin D Supplementation May Reduce the Risk of Early Dental Implant Failure in Vitamin D-Deficient Patients (CAT#3441)12/03/2020Satoru Kataoka, DDS
Immediate Dentin Sealing (IDS) Combined with a Resin Cement Improves Bond Strength in Indirect Ceramic Restorations (CAT#3447)12/03/2020Brandon M. Wilburn, DMD
Sealant Therapy, Along with Good Oral Hygiene Practices, Can Prevent the Formation of White Spot Lesions in Fixed Orthodontic Patients (CAT#3451)12/03/2020Simi Mathur, DDS
In Mature Necrotic Teeth, Apical Preparation <0.5 mm Results in Favorable Outcomes for Regenerative Endodontic Procedures (CAT#3458)12/03/2020Gautam Shirodkar, BDS MS
Non-surgical Periodontal Treatment in Individuals with Periodontal Disease and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Leads to Improvements in Markers of RA Disease Activity (CAT#3453)11/30/2020Hali Rashelle Hall, DMD
Lesion Sterilization and Tissue Repair (LSTR) Favors Pulpectomies when Preoperative Root Resorption Is Present (CAT#3457)11/30/2020Nima Moaven
Bioceramic Sealers Have Similar Success Rates to Nonbioceramic Sealers for Endodontic Cases treated with Nonsurgical Root Canal Therapy (CAT#3456)11/30/2020Ryan Raouf
Relative Effectiveness of Naproxen vs. Ibuprofen for Postoperative Pain Following Non-surgical Root Canal Therapy Is Unknown (CAT#3455)11/30/2020Pardis Soleimanzadeh Azar
Sinus Septa Increase the Risk of Membrane Perforation During Lateral Window Sinus Augmentation (CAT#3448)11/25/2020Kara Dunegan, DDS
Preoperative Administration of a Single dose of Corticosteroids Provides Better Postoperative Analgesia as Compared to Placebo in Endodontic Patients (CAT#3449)11/25/2020Andrew Grove, DMD
Differential Attachment Mechanisms Of Oral Mucosa Onto Titanium Implants May Increase Susceptibility to Peri-Implantitis (CAT#3450)11/25/2020Mashael Al Thunayan
Contamination of Re-used Healing Abutments May Lead to Altered Oral Cell Attachment (CAT#3452)11/25/2020Brandon Breard
CBCT Airway Analysis Can Provide Reliable Information About Obstructive Sleep Apnea but Should Not Be Considered a Diagnostic Measure (CAT#3443)11/24/2020Yahia Khubrani
MDP or MDP + Silane Primers Result in the Highest Shear Bond Strength Between Metal Orthodontic Brackets and Zirconia Restorations (CAT#3442)11/24/2020Alexis Polczynski
Intracanal Cryotherapy May Reduce Postoperative Endodontic Pain (CAT#3446)11/24/2020Leah Reimnitz, DDS
Lateral Cephalometric Analysis and Facial Profile Analysis Usually Determine a Different Anterior-Posterior Orthodontic Skeletal Diagnosis (CAT#3439)11/23/2020Belal Heddaya, DDS
There Is No Difference in the Failure Risk of Fixed Mandibular Retainers When Bonded via Direct or Indirect Methods (CAT#3440)11/23/2020Addison Walker, DMD
Denture Fabrication Method Alters Candida albicans Adherence (CAT#3438)11/20/2020Benjamin Neal, DMD
Insufficient Evidence to Determine if Initial Arch Wire Type Impacts the Rate of Alignment. (CAT#3433)05/15/2020Dakota Miller
For a Patient Seeking Orthodontic Care, Stronger Shear Bond Strength (SBS) May Be Achieved by Not Bleaching the Teeth Before Bonding Brackets (CAT#3432)05/11/2020Paxton Short
Conventional Implant Placement Has a Significantly Higher Survival Rate as Compared to Immediate Dental Implant Placement (CAT#3428)05/11/2020Josefina Mallory
The Altered Cast Impression Technique Does Not Offer Significant Advantages Over Conventional Single Impression Techniques (CAT#3431)05/02/2020Robert Stabio
Water Flossers Are More Effective in Reducing Gingival Bleeding Around Implants Than Conventional String Floss (CAT#3430)04/30/2020Aziz Saqr
Stability Is Improved When Lower Fixed Lingual Retainers Are Bonded to All Six Anterior Teeth (CAT#3427)01/25/2020Erin Kauffman
Vital Pulp Therapy using Bioceramic Materials Is a Treatment Option for Patients Presenting with Reversible or Irreversible Pulpitis (CAT#3417)12/16/2019Pei Wang
Evidence Shows That Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Has No Effect on Implant Success (CAT#3423)12/16/2019Basil Basha, DDS
Open surgical exposure of palatally impacted canines may result in a decreased frequency of ankylosis compared to a closed surgical exposure (CAT#3421)12/09/2019Shelby Steffenhagen, DDS
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) May Be Beneficial as an Adjunct to Graft Materials for the Treatment of Periodontal Intrabony Defects (CAT#3422)12/05/2019Hyungjoo Kim, DDS
Temporomandibular Joints with Larger-Than-Average Horizontal Condylar Angles May Be Indicative of Internal Derangement and Degenerative Joint Disease (CAT#3418)12/05/2019Angela Marie Hoikka
Bioactive Glass Resins Containing Fluoride Can Prevent Formation of White Spot Lesions During Fixed Orthodontic Treatment (CAT#3415)12/04/2019Jordan Cavayero, DMD
Autologous Platelet Concentrate Does Not Yield Greater Root Development After Regenerative Endodontic Treatment (CAT#3407)12/04/2019Panchali Patel, DDS
EndoSequence Root Repair Material Is Not Superior to Mineral Trioxide Aggregate as a Root-End Filling Material in Endodontic Microsurgery (CAT#3412)12/03/2019Arianne G. Buniag, DDS
Dynamic Navigation for Implant Placement Surgery May be More Accurate than Freehand Placement and as Accurate as Static Guide Protocols (CAT#3411)12/03/2019Alyssa-Joy Oviatt, DDS
Indirect Bonding Does Not Result in More Accurate Bracket Placement Compared to Direct Bonding (CAT#3419)12/03/2019Mohammed Alsalem, DMD
Insufficient Evidence to Determine if Ultrasonic Activated Irrigation During Root Canal Treatment Improves the Healing Rate of Apical Periodontitis (CAT#3416)11/27/2019Lucas Sheppard, DMD
Traditional Zirconia Resin-Bonded Fixed Dental Prostheses (RBFDPs) Can Be Successful, but the Evidence Is Still Lacking for Comparison of the Bond Strength Between Traditional and Translucent Zirconia (CAT#3414)11/27/2019Hoon Min, DMD
Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion May Be an Effective Treatment Modality for Adult Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea and a Transverse Maxillary Deficiency (CAT#3413)11/27/2019Austin Green, DDS
Periodontal Probe Visibility Is the Clinical Gold Standard in Determining Gingival Phenotype; However, Inter-operator Heterogeneity Is of Concern (CAT#3408)11/26/2019Francis Keeling B Dent Sci, MSc, MFDS RCSI
Surgical-Orthodontic Treatment is More Effective for Improving Specific Skeletal Measurements and Soft Tissue Profile Including the Nose When Compared to Orthodontic Camouflage Treatment in Non-Growing Patients with Skeletal Class II Malocclusion. (CAT#3420)11/26/2019Michael Touloupas, DDS
Regenerative Endodontic Procedure in Mature Teeth with Closed Apices Is a Promising Treatment Option (CAT#3405)11/26/2019Ahmad Rayyan, BDS, DDS
Sealer Extrusion Results in a Higher Risk of a Non-Healing Endodontic Outcome Compared to No Extrusion (CAT#3406)11/26/2019John Lovell
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor Use May Increase the Risk of Dental Implant Failure (CAT#3400)11/26/2019Jacob Zellner
Flapless and Conventional Flap Approaches to Implant Placement Provide Similar Esthetic Results (CAT#3401)11/26/2019Nathan Loughridge, DDS
The Hall Technique Has a Similar Rate of Effectiveness as Conventional Restorative Treatments in the Primary Dentition (CAT#3399)11/26/2019Cody W. Calame, DDS
Pregnant Women Who Have Periodontal Disease Are at an Increased Risk for Pre-Term Birth and/or a Low Birth Weight Child (CAT#3410)11/26/2019Marcela Land
Reported Postoperative Complication Rates Are Lower for Zygomatic Implants Than for Maxillary Sinus Floor Augmentation Surgeries (CAT#3402)11/22/2019Caitlin Janusz, DDS, MS
Willems Is a Relatively Accurate Method of Dental Age Estimation as Compared to Demirjian (CAT#3391)11/22/2019Jayakumar Jayaraman, BDS, MDS, FDSRCS, PhD
Dental Lasers for Caries Removal in Children Is a Good Alternative to Conventional Mechanical Methods (CAT#3398)11/22/2019Dorothy Kohler
Internal Root Resorption is Better Detected with Cone-Beam Computed Tomography than with Intraoral Radiography (CAT#3404)11/21/2019Nayla Baaklini
A Significant Association Exists Between Periodontal Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease (CAT#3403)11/21/2019Alicia Casarez-Quintana, DDS
Stainless steel Crowns Are an Effective and Reliable Interim Restoration (CAT#3397)11/21/2019Mark Hoikka, DDS
Potassium Iodide May Be Effective in Reducing the Stains Caused by Silver Diamine Fluoride in Arresting Dental Caries (CAT#3396)11/05/2019Hunter Acord, DDS
In Primary Teeth with Deep Carious Lesions, Indirect Pulp Caps and Pulpotomies Are Acceptable Treatment Modalities with High Rates of Success (CAT#3393)10/31/2019Kirsten Fox, DDS
During Conscious Sedation the Risk of Adverse Events Is Likely Increased in Obese Children Compared to Those of Healthy Weight (CAT#3394)10/31/2019Abrefi Asare, DDS, MS
4% Articaine Infiltration Is as Effective as 2% Lidocaine Nerve Block When Treating Primary Mandibular Molars (CAT#3395)10/31/2019Miriam Muniz, DDS
Use of electronic screen media prior to dental appointment can help to reduce anxiety in patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder (CAT#3390)10/24/2019Sheetal Asher, BDS, DMD
General Dentists Can Safely Treat Special Needs Patients in Office (CAT#3389)09/26/2019JoAnn Panem LeClaire, RDH, MS
Acetaminophen (Paracetamol) is the short-term drug of choice for orthodontic pain. (CAT#3387)07/12/2019Kyle Gopffarth
Bisphosphonates in Combination with Autologous Platelet Concentrates (APC) Lower the Incidence of Bisphosphonate-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (BRONJ) in Patients Undergoing Dental Extractions. (CAT#3384)06/11/2019Juan Toro
Orthodontic Tooth Movement Is an Alternative to Vertical Bone Augmentation to Provide Bone Dimensions Adequate for Implant Placement (CAT#3381)06/11/2019Belal Heddaya
Skeletal Anchorage Has No Effect on the Duration of Treatment for Mandibular Second Molar Uprighting (CAT#3380)04/22/2019Richard Wallach
Canine Substitution and Prosthetic Replacement for Patients with Missing Permanent Maxillary Lateral Incisors Provide Satisfactory Long-Term Results (CAT#3371)03/18/2019Amber Clark
Applying Fluoride to Root Surfaces of Delayed Replanted Teeth May Reduce Resorption (CAT#3376)02/26/2019Amie Heim
Using Platelet Rich Fibrin During Socket Preservation Prevents Alveolar Bone Loss and Leads to Faster Soft-tissue Healing Along With Decreased Post-operative Pain. (CAT#3349)12/15/2018Matthew Kushner
Clear Aligner Therapy provides lower caries risk compared to Fixed Orthodontic Treatment (CAT#3365)12/13/2018Spencer Marsh
Implant Survival and Complications Rates Are Similar Between Internal and External Connection Implants (CAT#3343)12/10/2018Ahmad Alawadi, DDS
High-Resolution Ultrasound Imaging Is an Accurate Diagnostic Modality for Disc Abnormalities of the Temporomandibular Joint (CAT#3345)12/10/2018Mayank Pahadia
Denosumab Can Be Prescribed as a First-Line Treatment for Large, Aggressive-Type Central Giant Cell Granuloma Lesions (CAT#3360)12/03/2018Tiffany J. Wendt, DDS
No Strong Evidence to Suggest that Non-Speech Oral Motor Treatments (NSOMT) Are an Effective Treatment for Children with Developmental Speech-Sound Disorders (CAT#3362)12/03/2018Katie Grant
Diagnostic accuracy of FDG-PET-CT to identify unknown primary tumor and/or distant metastasis in patients with cervical node involvement. (CAT#3344)11/20/2018Sonam Khurana
Regenerative Treatment Following Mandibular Third Molar Extraction Leads to Increased Clinical Attachment Level at Adjacent Second Molars (CAT#3366)11/20/2018Christopher Pesut
Triple Antibiotic Solution Promotes Similar Antibacterial Effects as Calcium Hydroxide/2% Chlorhexidine When Used as an Intracanal Medicament (CAT#3361)11/20/2018Bracken G. Smith, DMD
Limited Evidence Suggests Periodontal Disease Is Associated with a Slightly Increased Risk of Breast Cancer (CAT#3364)11/19/2018Hunter Allen
Dental radiograph as an opportunistic screening tool for a colorectal cancer syndrome (CAT#3342)11/16/2018Camila Pacheco-Pereira
Molar Distalization with Skeletal Anchorage is more efficient than Intraoral Anchorage for Class II correction (CAT#3348)11/15/2018Marilena Parodi Lainez
Surgically facilitated orthodontics with corticotomy and bone grafting does result in a slight increase in horizontal and vertical bone levels for orthodontic treatment compared to traditional orthodontic treatment alone. (CAT#3346)11/15/2018Komal Patel, DMD
Skeletal Relapse of Mandibular Advancement Procedures Is Similar with Bilateral Sagittal Split Osteotomy (BSSO) and Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis (MDO) (CAT#3359)11/15/2018Maria Karakousoglou
Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) Implants are Less Successful than Titanium Implants (CAT#3340)11/15/2018Aaron W. Barto, DDS
Zirconia Abutments Cause More Wear to Titanium Implants than Titanium Abutments (CAT#3354)11/14/2018Jens D. Nelson
Apical patency technique does not increase post endodontic pain (CAT#3358)11/14/2018Amber Ather BDS, DDS
Corticosteroids Provide Better Postoperative Endodontic Pain Relief Compared to Placebo (CAT#3350)11/14/2018Akihiko Osada
The GentleWave Procedure may serve as a useful adjunct to improved healing of periapical lesion (CAT#3357)11/13/2018Gary Benjamin, DMD
Leukocyte Platelet Rich Fibrin Is More Effective Than Natural Healing in Reducing Vertical and Horizontal Alveolar Ridge Resorption After Tooth Extraction (CAT#3337)11/12/2018Michael Vieth, DDS
Endodontic Microsurgery (EMS) Has a Significantly Higher 4-Year Success Rate When Compared to Non-Surgical Endodontic Retreatment (CAT#3339)11/12/2018Andrea DuFour D.D.S
Mineral Trioxide Aggregate (MTA) Plugs and Regenerative Endodontic Procedures Provide Equally Successful Outcomes for Patients with Necrotic Pulps in Immature Teeth (CAT#3356)11/12/2018Biraj Patel
The Socket-Shield Technique Might Improve the Clinical Outcome of Immediate Implants (CAT#3336)11/07/2018Amanda Morris, DMD
Cone Beam Computed Tomography Has Greater Diagnostic Value for Evaluating Maxillary Impacted Canines Than Conventional Radiography. (CAT#3347)11/02/2018Laith Abu Qdais
Cement-retained prosthesis for single implant restoration has less technical complications than screw-retained prosthesis (CAT#3351)10/26/2018Paul T. Lee, DDS
Locators versus bar overdenture attachment systems: insufficient evidence to compare long-term retention (CAT#3352)10/26/2018Clara Bergeron, DDS
Electric toothbrushes are not more effective than manual toothbrushes in the removal of dental biofilms around implants. (CAT#3334)10/22/2018Rachael L. Voigt, DMD
Clear Aligners May Reduce Impact on Periodontal Health Compared to Fixed Orthodontic Appliances (CAT#3333)10/16/2018Kristi NJ Kennedy, DDS, MPH
Asthma patients have an increased caries rate in primary and permanent dentitions (CAT#3328)10/09/2018Kara Whittington
Adhesive Systems, Preferably Etch-and-Rinse Systems, Are Valuable Underneath A Fissure Sealant For Sealant Retention (CAT#3330)09/24/2018Christina A. Mueller, BS, MPH, DDS
Vital Tooth Bleaching Is Considered Safe for Pediatric Patients (CAT#3324)09/18/2018MATTHEW CARRAWAY
The Periodontal Ligament (PDL) Injection for Anesthesia of Primary Mandibular Teeth is Less Traumatic and as Effective as the Inferior Alveolar Nerve Block (IANB) Injection (CAT#3326)09/13/2018Dona Taherizadegan
Dentists Treating Cleft Lip and/or Palate Patients Will Need to Consider Anatomical Variations when Delivering Local Anesthetic (CAT#3331)09/13/2018Sarah Wheeler, DDS
Sealants and re-sealings are recommended for Molar Incisor Hypo-mineralized (MIH) teeth especially when applied using 5th generation adhesive systems. (CAT#3325)09/06/2018Nessa Pathiyil DDS
Dentin Bonding Agents Can Be Used to Reduce the Amount of Tooth Discoloration From a MTA Pulpotomy (CAT#3329)09/05/2018Badi Misaqi, DDS
The Use of Pre-Surgical Nasoalveolar Molding (PNAM) in Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate Patients Reduces Width of Alveolar Cleft (CAT#3327)09/05/2018Holly Ardoin
Papacarie is More Effective in Removing Caries in the Primary Dentition and Results in Less Pain Perception by the Patient (CAT#3323)08/22/2018Alaa Al Jameel, BDS
Findings Are Inconclusive as to Association Between Implants and Development of Vertical Root Fractures in Adjacent Teeth (CAT#3315)07/19/2018André T. Jones
Controlled Diabetic Patients Undergoing Implant Therapy Have Similar Survival Rates Compared to Healthy Individuals (CAT#3320)07/06/2018Supneet Singh Wadhwa
Biomedical Imaging Results in Greater Accuracy than Conventional Periodontal Probing (CAT#3319)06/18/2018Michelle DeMoss, RDH BS
CBCT Provides Accurate Diagnostic Images for the Detection of Osseous Defects in the TMJ (CAT#3318)06/04/2018Poorsattar Bejemir
Direct Digitized Impressions Produce Zirconia Crowns with a More Accurate Marginal and Internal Fit than Indirect Digitized Impressions (CAT#3317)04/25/2018Palmer Jeppesen
Smear Layer Removal Improves Treatment Outcome in Pulpectomy of Primary Teeth and Seondary RCT (Retreatment) of Permanent Teeth (CAT#3316)04/25/2018Hossein Zarezadeh
Intraoral Scanning Provides Comparable Accuracy to Conventional Impression Materials for Orthodontic Treatment Planning (CAT#3313)03/26/2018Kevin Tran
Nonnutritive Sucking Habit Has an Unfavorable Effect on Dental And Facial Development (CAT#3311)03/12/2018Murad Alrashdi, BDS
Silver Diamine Fluoride Therapy Provides More Relief From Dentin Hypersensitivity When Compared to Traditional Desensitizing Agents (CAT#3309)02/07/2018Amir Pirzadeh
Zirconia Crowns Are Less Abrasive on Opposing Enamel Compared to Metal-Ceramic Crowns (CAT#3310)02/07/2018Shayda Sarrami
Free Gingival Grafts Yield Greater Keratinized Tissue Than Allografts; Allografts Are an Adequate Alternative When a Free Gingival Graft Is Contraindicated (CAT#3272)12/12/2017Akemi Arzouman, DMD
In Patients With Progressing Periodontal Disease, Occlusal Adjustments Do Not Contribute Significantly to Treatment Outcomes (CAT#3277)12/11/2017Jenna Hyer
CAD-CAM Fabricated Zirconia Frameworks Provide Clinically Acceptable Fit at the Implant/Abutment Interface (CAT#3291)12/11/2017Dr. Troy Decker, DDS
Clear aligners Successfully Treat Patients with Open Bites (CAT#3304)12/11/2017Sana Banday
The presence of different irrigants in the root canal system can affect working length determination during root canal treatment. (CAT#3301)12/11/2017Sukhpreet Sandhu, DDS
Effect of Postoperative Amoxicillin on Dental Implant Failure Rates Remains Unknown (CAT#3276)12/11/2017Adam Saltz, DMD, MPH
Early Prediction of Maxillary Canine Impaction is Possible in Panoramic Radiographs by Using Geometric Measurements and Sectors (CAT#3297)12/11/2017Corbin Clifton, D.D.S
Full-Arch Implant-Supported Fixed Dental Prosthesis (Hybrid Prosthesis) are Linked to an Increased Risk of Peri-Implant Diseases (CAT#3300)11/28/2017Joshua A Vess, DMD, MPH, MS, ABGD
Cone Beam Computed Tomography Can be Used as an Auxiliary Diagnostic Tool for Osteoporosis (CAT#3302)11/28/2017Ahmed Ali Almeshari
Customized Orthodontic Brackets Appear to Have No Impact on Treatment Duration (CAT#3303)11/28/2017Ahmed Alotaibi
Combination Treatment of Pentoxifylline and Tocopherol Provides Promising New Treatment Modality for Patients Suffering from Osteoradionecrosis of the Jaw (CAT#3296)11/28/2017Melissa Thomas, D.D.S
Platform-Switching Reduces Peri-Implant Marginal Bone Loss and Pocket Depth (CAT#3305)11/28/2017Joshua Nardone, DDS
Patients With A History Of Periodontal Disease Have An Increased Risk Of Peri-Implantitis (CAT#3295)11/28/2017Antonella A. Botto, DDS
Air Polishing with Glycine Powder for Plaque and Stain Removal is Safer on Hard and Soft Tissues than Air Polishing with Sodium Bicarbonate Powder (CAT#3270)11/28/2017Emma Guevara
Vital Pulp Therapy for Adult Patients with Deep Carious Lesions Is a Viable Short-Term Alternative to Root Canal Therapy (CAT#3280)11/20/2017Julie A Anderson
Bruxism Is a Risk Factor for Implant Complications That May Ultimately Lead to Implant Failure (CAT#3294)11/20/2017Chris Yang
Evidence Unclear on Effectiveness of Palatal Anesthesia in Controlling Pain and Improving Behavior of Pediatric Patients (CAT#3298)11/20/2017Murad Alrashdi
External Root Resorption May Be a Postoperative Complication Encountered Following Subepithelial Connective Tissue Graft Procedures (CAT#3299)11/20/2017David Wong
MRI Has Greater Diagnostic Value for the Detection of Head and Neck Cancers Than Other Imaging Modalities Such as CT or CBCT (CAT#3292)11/20/2017Rana Sharaf, B.D.S
Splinting of an avulsed tooth with a mature apex is recommended for no more than 14 days to facilitate periodontal healing (CAT#3288)11/16/2017Tyler Hawkins, DMD
Regenerative Endodontics Shows Promise for Treatment of Mature Permanent Teeth With Periapical Pathology (CAT#3286)11/15/2017Theodore Young Tutwiler
Supplemental Parathyroid Hormone Increases Bone Formation Around Dental Implants in an Osteoporotic Animal Model (CAT#3284)11/14/2017Neda Almojel
Digital impressions vs conventional impressions; accurate for single unit crowns and short Fixed Partial Dentures, but not accurate for full arch restorations. (CAT#3293)11/14/2017Kaveh Azarnoush
Pre-pasted flash-free orthodontic brackets reduce bonding time and the need to remove excess adhesive compared to conventional orthodontic brackets and bonding techniques. (CAT#3290)11/14/2017Wesley Gass, D.M.D.
Oral Midazolam and Intranasal Midazolam are equally effective when used for conscious sedations in short procedures in pediatric dentistry. (CAT#3283)11/13/2017Cristina Leon-Pineda
Ozone Gas Application on Oral Biofilm Does Not Effectively Arrest or Kill Bacteria Associated with Dental Caries (CAT#3271)11/13/2017Caroline Stern
Presence of an Isthmus Decreases the Success Rate of Surgically Treated Molars (CAT#3282)11/13/2017Ahmed Alelyani
Low-Level Laser Therapy is effective in the palliative management of recurrent aphthous stomatitis (CAT#3287)11/10/2017Iman Rahimi
Modified Lip Repositioning Surgery for the Management of Excessive Gingival Display Caused by Hyperactive Upper Lip Is a Viable Treatment Option (CAT#3278)11/07/2017Lizandre Belanger, DMD
Longer Healing Time Correlates With More Vital Bone Formation Following Ridge Preservation with DFDBA after Single Tooth Extraction (CAT#3275)11/03/2017Aaron Nelson
Dental water jets have not been demonstrated to be more effective than floss at removing interproximal plaque. (CAT#3279)10/31/2017Hillary Key
Reduction of Crestal Bone Loss With Placement of Platform Switching Implant (CAT#3285)10/27/2017Arwa Al Hugail
Carotid Artery Calcifications Can Be Identified on Panoramic Radiographs and May Assist in Early Detection of Cardiovascular Disease (CAT#3281)10/27/2017Sean Hershberger DDS
Topical Corticosteroids Improve Healing Time in Patients with Aphthous Ulcers (CAT#3273)10/16/2017Derick Mayberry
Cone-Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) Is Not Indicated as a Routine Replacement or Adjunct to Intraoral Full-Mouth Series Radiographs in the Diagnosis and Management of Periodontitis (CAT#3274)10/16/2017Dr. Michael S. Luna
Prescription Custom Trays with Hydrogen Peroxide Gel as an Adjunct to Frequent Maintenance Appointments May Be Beneficial for Adult Patients with Refractory Periodontitis (CAT#3264)08/21/2017Carolyn Gonzalez
Babies Can Safely Breastfeed After Their Mothers Have Local Anesthesia for a Dental Procedure (CAT#3266)08/21/2017Octavia Andreea Galateanu
Research Fails to Provide Recommended Limit of Epinephrine in Local Anesthetics Used in Cardiovascular-Compromised Patients for Dental Procedures (CAT#3263)08/07/2017Wendi Parks
iPhone Applications Can Increase Oral Hygiene Compliance in Adolescents (CAT#3258)08/04/2017Radhika Singh
Oral Health Education and Prophylaxis May Lower the Incidence of Gingivitis in Pregnant Patients (CAT#3261)06/26/2017Fauzia Dadarkar, DDS
Edentulous Patients' Satisfaction and Quality of Life Is Similar for Fixed Implant-Supported Prostheses and Implant-Supported Overdentures (CAT#3260)06/20/2017Alicia Finney
Patients Being Treated with Oral Alendronate and in Need of a Dental Implant May Reduce the Risk of Osteonecrosis of the Jaw by Taking a Drug Holiday (CAT#3257)06/13/2017Jeremy Vela
Bioactive Glass Increases Resistance of Dental Composite Restorations to Streptococcus Mutans (CAT#3251)06/13/2017Andrew Montalvo
Nd:YAG Laser More Effective in Reducing Dentin Hypersensitivity Secondary to Recession Than an Er:YAG laser (CAT#3255)06/13/2017Lisa Kubik
Chlorhexidine Treatment After Etching Leads to Decreased Microleakage of Final Restorations in Class V Lesions (CAT#3229)06/09/2017Maxwell Oldham
Using Platelet Rich Fibrin Following Surgical Extraction of Third Molars Reduces Incidence of Alveolar Osteitis and Promotes Soft Tissue Healing (CAT#3253)05/18/2017Josue Vega
Gutta-Percha on a Plastic or Metal Carrier Lowers Success of Post Space Preparation (CAT#3232)05/18/2017Robert Hermann
Candida Albicans Stimulates Streptococcus Mutans Microcolony Development Via Cross-Kingdom Biofilm-Derived Metabolites (CAT#3248)05/09/2017Peter Serna
In Patients With Mixed Dentition and First Primary Molar Tooth Loss, Loss of Space Is Not Clinically Significant for the Use of Space Maintainers (CAT#3244)05/03/2017Ana M. Gonzalez
Resin Infiltration of White Spot Lesions is a Minimally Invasive Treatment to Improve Esthetic Appearance (CAT#3213)05/02/2017Dori Kohler
Periodontal Disease is a Risk Factor for the Development of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (CAT#3223)05/01/2017Aislen Medina
Antibiotics Do Not Lower Pain or Infection with Acute Apical Abscess (CAT#3216)04/29/2017Penny Wong
Caries Risk Is Increased in Mouth-Breathing Patients (CAT#3166)04/28/2017Andrew Tate
Isolite Isolation System Is Superior to Traditional Isolation Methods for Patient Satisfaction in Pediatric Preventative Dental Treatment (CAT#3203)04/27/2017Chelsea Hope
When Controlling for Other Factors, There is No Significant Relationship Between Parents’ Oral Health Literacy and the Oral Health of Their Children (CAT#3225)04/27/2017Kara Tapangan
Increased Interincisal Angle in Orthodontic Extraction Cases Treated With Lingual Appliances (CAT#3233)04/27/2017Andrew Daniel
Lingual Appliances Are Associated with an Increase in Oral Discomfort and Eating Difficulties (CAT#3239)04/27/2017Delaram Mostafavi
Turmeric in a Mouth Rinse or in Gel Form Can Be Used to Reduce Plaque Accumulation and to Prevent and Treat Gingivitis as Effectively as a Chlorhexidine Mouth Rinse (CAT#3155)04/26/2017Brent Sugg
Short Implants Exhibit Changes in Marginal Bone Levels Similar to Longer Implants With Vertical Bone Augmentation or Sinus Lift (CAT#3192)04/26/2017Liel Allon
Patients Experience Less Pain with Controlled-Delivery Injection Devices Than With Conventional Syringes (CAT#3222)04/26/2017Hevony Rodriguez
Tea Tree Oil Is an Effective Alternative to the Allopathic Treatment of Oral Candidiasis (CAT#3176)04/26/2017Xavier Walker
Therapeutic Ultrasound Will Provide Better Management of Patients with Temporomandibular Myofascial Pain as Compared to Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (CAT#3235)04/26/2017Kiersten Isgrigg
Vitamin D and Calcium Supplementation Along with Oral Hygiene Show Positive Affect on Periodontal Health (CAT#3161)04/26/2017Samantha Champion
Both Subtractive Manufactured Dental Implants and Additive Manufactured Dental Implants Have High Success Rates in Patients Over a 5-Year Period (CAT#3236)04/26/2017Arvind Adapalli
Specific Genetic Polymorphisms Are Associated with Either Increasing or Decreasing the Risk of Developing Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (CAT#3183)04/26/2017Chaz Horton
Enamel Matrix Proteins Improve Clinical Outcomes in the Treatment of Intrabony Defects (CAT#3209)04/26/2017Diana Real
Silver Diamine Fluoride Is Effective at Arresting Early Dentin Caries in Children Compared to No Treatment (CAT#3245)04/26/2017Angela Brost
There is Significant Difference in Pain Perception Between Inferior Alveolar Nerve Block Technique Compared with Vazirani-Akinosi Technique (CAT#3241)04/26/2017Mariyam Shah
Behavioral Therapy and Nitrous Oxide are Both Effective in Dental Treatment for Children with Dental Anxiety (CAT#3228)04/26/2017Tanawush Chowdhry
No Difference in Marginal Bone Loss Between Immediately and Conventionally Loaded Posterior Mandibular Single Implants (CAT#3210)04/25/2017Garrett Myers
Decrease in Cost and Time for Single Unit Implant Supported Crowns Fabricated by a Digital Workflow (CAT#3237)04/25/2017Cesar Gonzalez
For Socket Preservation, Calcium Sulfate Alloplast Shows Similar Results as Freeze-Dried Bone Allograft for Maintenance of Socket Dimension and New Bone Formation (CAT#3240)04/24/2017Christopher Beard
Performing Masticatory Muscle Relaxation Exercises Provides a Significant Reduction in TMD Symptoms (CAT#3242)04/24/2017Stephen Regan
Dental Implant-Retained Partial Removable Dental Prostheses (PRDP) Result in Greater Patient Satisfaction than Conventional PRDPs (CAT#3230)04/24/2017William Whitworth
Mandibular Advancement Appliances Used in Adolescent Orthodontic Treatment for Mandibular Recessive Class II Patients Increase the Pharyngeal Airway (CAT#3186)04/21/2017Brent Collins
In Children at High Caries Risk, Strategies Utilizing Probiotics Are More Effective in Preventing Tooth Decay Than Therapies That Do Not Utilize Probiotics (CAT#3231)04/21/2017Ezinwanne Ejesieme
Low-level Laser Therapy (LLLT) Is Superior to Clonazepam at Reducing the Perception of Pain in Adults Suffering From Burning Mouth Syndrome (CAT#3234)04/21/2017Daniel Chitty
There Is a Genetic Correlation Between Patients With Allergies and Autoimmune Diseases (CAT#3214)04/21/2017Caitlin Armstrong
Dental Implant Placement Is Contraindicated in Patients Receiving Intravenous Bisphosphonate Treatment (CAT#3238)04/21/2017Madeline Rodriguez
Patient Compliance and Satisfaction Is Greater with Vacuum Formed Retainers (VFR) Than With Hawley Retainers for 2 Years Following Completion of Orthodontic Therapy (CAT#3243)04/21/2017Lynn Xie
Pre-Warming of Local Anesthetic Solutions for Intraoral Infiltration Injections Does Not Have an Effect on the Reduction of Pain and Discomfort (CAT#3140)04/19/2017Kalyn Driggers
A Drug Holiday from Oral Bisphosphonates Does Not Improve Implant Retention Rates (CAT#3227)04/19/2017Taylor Cook
Local Insulin Delivery Around Titanium Implants at the Time of Placement Increases Biomechanical Retention in Rats (CAT#3224)04/19/2017McKay Sallaway
Nonopioid, Over-the-Counter Analgesics Can Be as or More Effective Than Prescription Medications Containing Opioids in the Pain Management of Post-Extraction Patients (CAT#3212)04/19/2017Elizabeth Castleberry
Longevity of 3-Unit Bridge Restorations Utilizing CAD/CAM Technology Is Comparable to That of Metal-Ceramic Castings (CAT#3157)04/19/2017Amir Pirzadeh
Blood Glucose Levels Have a Greater Effect on Oral Candidiasis Colonization in Denture-Wearing Diabetics than in Denture-Wearing Non-Diabetics (CAT#3175)04/19/2017Maliha Ahmed
Silver Diamine Fluoride is More Effective in Arresting and Preventing Root Caries in the Elderly Population than Sodium Fluoride Varnish (CAT#3173)04/18/2017Taylor Reece
Best to Delay Implant Treatment in Pediatric Patients Until Skeletal Maturity Is Complete (CAT#3170)04/13/2017Kirsten Fox
Adenotonsillectomy Remains the Treatment of Choice for Children with Obstructive Sleep Apnea but Multiple Non-surgical Options Exist for Select Cases (CAT#3217)04/13/2017Nathan Guess
CBCT Is Effective in Locating the Mandibular Canal in the Presence of Two Types of Expansile Tumors (CAT#3164)04/13/2017Iman Marashi
Increased Prevalence of Oral HPV in Saliva of Women with HPV-Positive Cervical Lesions (CAT#3211)04/13/2017Britta Salinas
Strategies Utilizing Oil Pulling Are as Effective as Chlorhexidine Therapies for Maintaining Oral Hygiene (CAT#3226)04/13/2017Chiamaka Nnaji
Openness About LGBT Patients’ Orientation To Their Healthcare Provider May Affect Health Outcomes (CAT#3221)04/11/2017Michael Khairallah
Traditional Two-Step Impression Technique May Be Unnecessary and More Costly to Patients Compared to a Simplified One-Step Impression Technique for Fabrication of Complete Dentures (CAT#3185)04/10/2017Reagan Smith
Strategies Utilizing Oil Pulling Are Not as Effective in Preventing Caries Activity as Fluoride and Herbal Mouthrinses (CAT#3205)04/10/2017So Hyeon Park
Melatonin Is Superior to Amitriptyline for Headache Prevention Based on the Proportion of Patients Who Improved >50% in Headache Frequency (CAT#3159)04/10/2017Katie Wesneski
Nonsurgical Root Canal Treatment Is an Appropriate Alternative to Extraction in Patients with BRONJ and/or on Bisphosphonate Therapy (CAT#3220)04/10/2017Andre Jones
Limited Evidence as to Caries-Protecting Effect of Breastfeeding Compared to Bottle-Feeding in the first 3 to 6 months of age. (CAT#3201)04/10/2017Kirsten Acosta
Lower Levels of Caregiver Literacy and Education Increase the Child’s Risk of Developing Childhood Caries (CAT#3150)04/05/2017Lauren Hrynyshyn
Piezocision-Assisted Orthodontic Treatment May Increase Root Resorption (CAT#3160)04/05/2017Alexander Harris
No Clinical Difference in the Osseointegration of Zirconia Dental Implants Compared to Titanium Dental Implants at 1 Year (CAT#3198)04/05/2017Beau McNeill
Liposomal Bupivacaine May Prove to Provide Adequate Long-Term Local Anesthesia (CAT#3208)04/05/2017Sean Rathburn
Penetration Depth of Flowable Nanocomposite as a Pit and Fissure Sealant in Children and Adolescents Is Greater Than Conventional Sealant Material (CAT#3206)04/05/2017Alyssa Piazza
Use of Physics Forceps May Result in Less Pain and Fewer Adverse Outcomes Than Conventional Forceps (CAT#3190)04/05/2017Patrick Grady
Varenicline and Counseling for Patients Seeking to Stop Using Smokeless Tobacco May Lead to Higher Rates of Long-Term Abstinence Than Chairside Counseling Alone (CAT#3194)04/05/2017Connor M. Luttrell
Nitrous Oxide Is Unlikely to Effectively Suppress the Gag Reflex in Severe Gaggers (CAT#3199)04/04/2017Rebeca Garcia
Root Surface Application of Bisphosphonates Reduces Root Resorption of Implanted Teeth (CAT#3174)04/03/2017Thomas Nguyen
Research indicates Reduction of Pain upon Inferior Alveolar and Infraorbatial injection Using Vibrating Intraoral Local Anesthetic Devices (CAT#3207)04/03/2017Autumn Casitllo, BS
Laser-Assisted Endodontic Debridement Does Not Improve Healing Compared to Conventional Endodontic Disinfection for Patients With Pulpal Necrosis and Apical Periodontitis (CAT#3200)03/31/2017Nicholas Dybdal-Hargreaves
No Differences Were Found in the Clinical Marginal Fit of Zirconia Crowns Fabricated from Intraoral Digital Scanners or Polyvinyl Siloxane Impressions (CAT#3179)03/31/2017Sidharth Reddy
Patients With Posterior Cross-Bite Have Significantly Reduced Maximum Bite Force, Contact Area, Food Intake Ability, And Mixing Ability Incidence (CAT#3178)03/31/2017Mahmoud Irannezhad, MS
Prophylactic Extraction of Deciduous Maxillary Canines May Be an Effective Interceptive Treatment Option for Successful Eruption of Palatally Displaced Maxillary Permanent Canines (CAT#3191)03/31/2017Samantha Sackos
In Adults, Transitioning from Cigarette Usage to Smokeless Tobacco Will Not Decrease the Likelihood of Oral Cancer Development (CAT#3188)03/31/2017Ninfa Yaritza Galvan
Adults Who Are Chronic Crack Cocaine Users May Be at Increased Risk of Developing Periodontal Disease (CAT#3195)03/30/2017Shravik Sethi
Combination Therapy of Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen Is the Most Effective Treatment for Patients with Post-Endodontic Pain (CAT#3197)03/30/2017Michael A. Eskander, BS
PTSD Is a Risk Factor for the Development of TMD and a Decline in Oral Health Conditions (CAT#3189)03/29/2017Bolivia Hurtado De Mendoza
TMJ Replacement May Be the Treatment of Choice for TMD Patients with Advanced TMJ Disease (CAT#3193)03/29/2017Colby Cottongame
In Patients Requiring Full or Partial Dentures, Susceptibility to Candida Infection Is Increased if the Patient Has Diabetes (CAT#3182)03/28/2017Chase Van Gorp
Wire and Bracket Combination Can Influence the Efficiency and Consistency of Orthodontic Therapy While Minimizing Pain (CAT#3184)03/28/2017Wesley Cooksey
Surgical Extrusion with Periotome More Effectively Preserves Gingival Tissue While Minimizing Possible Complications Compared to Apically Displaced Flaps (CAT#3151)03/28/2017Amanda Lam
Postoperative Sensitivity of High-Viscosity Resin Composite Restorations Is Not influenced by Bulk Fill vs. Incremental Fill Technique (CAT#3156)03/28/2017Andrea Chaveleh
Emotional Intelligence (EI) Tests Can Predict a Dental Student’s Clinical Performance (CAT#3180)03/27/2017Juan A. Celedon, BS, MS
Mandibular Advancement Surgery Cannot Be Said to Worsen or Improve TMD Symptoms (CAT#3181)03/27/2017Jose Villa
No Evidence to Show that Oral Probiotics Reduce the Number of Common Periodontal Pathogens (CAT#3177)03/25/2017Danelle Reddy
Use Of Diode Lasers in Addition to Conventional Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy Does Not Produce a Decrease in Probing Depths or Clinical Attachment Loss (CAL) (CAT#3187)03/25/2017Meredith Mosier
Health Literacy Community Outreach Interventions Are More Effect Than Existing Interventions in Improving Oral Health Outcomes Among Refugee Populations (CAT#3171)03/23/2017Delaram Abaei
Application of Chlorhexidine Varnish Decreases Incidence of Caries During Orthodontic Treatment (CAT#3172)03/23/2017Kathryn Wynne
Opioids Used in Conjunction With Benzodiazepines Produce Worse Outcomes in Patients Experiencing Chronic Pain Compared To Sole Opioid Use (CAT#3169)03/23/2017Marcos A. Trevino
Hydrogen Peroxide Bleaching Systems With Nano-Hydroxyapatite Do Not Significantly Reduce Postoperative Sensitivity Following Tooth Whitening Procedures (CAT#3167)03/23/2017Colton Albrecht
The Affordable Care Act Has the Potential to Considerably Increase Children’s Access to Dental Care (CAT#3154)03/23/2017Armia Zaki
The Use of Laser Irradiation in Adjunct with Calcium Hydroxide Treatment of Direct Pulp Capping Procedures Leads to Higher Success Rates than Calcium Hydroxide Alone (CAT#3149)03/23/2017Taylor Kauffman
No Evidence to Show Benefits of Cold Therapy After Third Molar Extraction (CAT#3142)03/23/2017Payam Hemmat
For Postmortem Identification of Incinerated Remains, Amalgam Is More Resistant to Morphological Change when Compared to Resin Composites (CAT#3144)03/23/2017Heather Burbick
Antimicrobial Laser Therapy Is an Effective Adjunct to Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy (NSPT) When Treating Aggressive Periodontitis As Compared to NSPT Alone (CAT#3168)03/22/2017David Hurst, RDH
The Effect of Radical or Conservative Treatment Option on the Recurrence Rate of Ameloblastoma Depends on Histopathological and Other Clinical Features (CAT#3153)03/22/2017Meet Patel
For Patients Who Need Posterior Composite Restorations, Instrument Lubrication Decreases the Strength of the Composite When Compared to Not Using Instrument Lubrication (CAT#3163)03/22/2017Steven Elliott
Short-Term Survival of Dental Implants Requiring Osteotome Sinus Floor Elevation Is Comparable Whether Bone Grafting Is or Is Not Performed (CAT#3148)03/22/2017Daniel Splinter
Prefabricated Zirconia Crowns Are More Retentive When Compared to Stainless Steel Crowns in the Anterior Primary Dentition (CAT#3158)03/21/2017Jordan Ardoin
A Surgery-First Orthognathic Approach to Treatment of Dentofacial Deformities Can Be More Efficient (CAT#3165)03/21/2017Shayda Sarrami
A Fixed Dental Prosthesis Supported by a Combination of Implant and Natural Tooth Abutments May Have a Lower Success Rate Than That of a Fixed Dental Prostheses Supported By Only Implants, But It May Be Used as a Secondary Option (CAT#3162)03/20/2017Jake Malone
Contrary to Popular Belief, Consumption of Mineral Waters Does Possess an Erosive Potential, Although Less Than That of Soft Drink Beverages (CAT#3146)03/16/2017Anthony Q. Nguyen
Chlorohexidine Is Effective at Decreasing Postoperative Pain After Root Canal Therapy in Teeth with Pulpal Necrosis (CAT#3143)03/16/2017Erin Kauffman
Patients with Lingual Orthodontic Brackets Experience Speech Difficulties of Longer Duration when Compared to Patients with Labial Brackets (CAT#3145)03/15/2017Kristen Self
Treating Early Smooth Surface Caries with Resin Infiltrate in Conjunction with Fluoride Treatment Is an Effective Method to Prevent Caries Progression (CAT#3141)03/15/2017Shanta Veeramachaneni
Hydrogen Peroxide or Chlorhexidine Mouth Rinse After Scaling and Root Planing Are Equally Effective in Improving Clinical Attachment and Gingival Inflammation Levels in Adult Patients with Chronic Periodontitis (CAT#3147)03/15/2017Jacob Woods
Ovate Pontics Shape the Soft Tissue Emergence Profile of Anterior Extraction Sites (CAT#3134)03/06/2017Wendi Parks
Chlorhexidine Mouth Rinse Twice a Day Is at Least as Effective as Dental Floss in Reducing Plaque Buildup (CAT#3138)02/27/2017Rehman M. Momin
Eating Disorders Negatively Impact Oral Health (CAT#3097)02/22/2017Anavel Trevino
Dental Students Can Benefit by Starting to Learn Indirect Vision (Mirror) Skills Early in Preclinical Studies with The Aid of a Training Device (CAT#3133)01/20/2017Ronald N. Brown, DDS
Extraction Patients Who Receive Additional Postoperative Information on Drug Disposal Programs Are More Likely to Dispose of Unused Opioid Pills (CAT#3131)01/03/2017Joel Elizondo
Chlorhexidine (CHX) May Improve Bond Longevity and Reduce Failure of Resin Composites (CAT#3128)12/28/2016Daniel Yates, MS
Sleep Bruxism Is Related to the Use of Alcohol, Caffeine, and Tobacco (CAT#3130)12/09/2016Jesse Stafford, DDS
Triazolam Does Not Affect the Success Rate of an Inferior Alveolar Nerve Block (IANB) (CAT#3125)12/01/2016Saeed Bayat Movahed, DDS
Diagnosing Immediate Mandibular Lateral Translation (IMLT) Seems to Have No Effect on the Success of Comprehensive Dental Care (CAT#3122)12/01/2016Farzan Pouranfar, DMD
The Use of Oral Probiotics in Adjunct to Non-surgical Periodontal Treatment Is More Effective in Treating Chronic Periodontitis Than Non-surgical Periodontal Treatment Alone (CAT#3096)11/29/2016Vanessa Reyes
For Peri-implant Bone Evaluation, Cone Beam CT Offers a 3D View of the Surrounding Bone and Thus More Information than Intraoral Radiography, but Whether this Information Alters Dental Implant-Related Treatment Outcomes is Uncertain (CAT#3119)11/29/2016Arezou Shahbazi Moghaddam, DDS
Internal Connection Implants Preserve More Bone Than External Connection Implants (CAT#3126)11/26/2016Neil Griseto, DDS
Videoscope-Assisted Minimally Invasive Surgery Might Minimize Post-Operative Pain and Gingival Recession in Periodontal Surgery (CAT#3127)11/26/2016Mylinh Duong, DDS
Internal Reinforcement of Implant-Supported Overdentures Significantly Improves Fracture Resistance (CAT#3129)11/26/2016Anna Pitz, DDS
Orthodontic Treatment of Incisors with Resorbed Roots due to Impacted Canines Has a Good Prognosis (CAT#3123)11/21/2016Megan Laughinghouse, DDS
Chewing Sugar-Free Gum May Reduce Orthodontic Pain Associated With Fixed Appliances (CAT#3121)11/21/2016Calvin Tardy, DDS
Clear Removable Aligners Cause Similar Rates of Orthodontically Induced External Apical Root Resorption Compared to Conventional Fixed Orthodontic Treatment (CAT#3124)11/21/2016Hala Alsalman, BDS
The Adjunct Use of Azithromycin with Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy Produces Probing Depth Reductions Similar to Metronidazole-Amoxicillin in Patients with Generalized Aggressive Periodontitis (CAT#3118)11/21/2016Veronica Lai, DDS
Preoperative Identification of the Inferior Alveolar Nerve Anterior Loop via CBCT Imaging Can Influence Implant Treatment Planning (CAT#3115)11/21/2016Joshua Kats, DDS
CBCT Appears To Be More Accurate than Intraoral Radiographs in Detecting Artificially Created Recurrent Caries (CAT#3112)11/21/2016Nada Kordab, DDS
There is No Greater Bone Loss Associated With Angled Implants Compared to Vertically Loaded Implants When Using Immediately Loaded Fixed Hybrid Prostheses (CAT#3120)11/17/2016Isra Ahmed, DDS
Long-Term Use of Triclosan in Dentifrice Does Not Develop Oral Bacterial Resistance for Patients with Periodontal Disease (CAT#3098)11/15/2016Maylee Figueroa Rodriguez
Single-Retainer Cantilever Resin Bonded FDPs Show Clinical Success (CAT#3114)11/15/2016Harrison D. Gordner, DMD
Laser Treatment of Gingival Hyperpigmentation Is More Effective at Providing a Stable Outcome Compared to Treatment with Conventional Techniques (CAT#3116)11/15/2016Aaron J. Agirre, DDS
Full Strength 8.25% Sodium Hypochlorite Is More Efficient at Dissolving Organic Tissue than Diluted Sodium Hypochlorite Concentrations During Root Canal Therapy (CAT#3117)11/15/2016David J. Weyh, DDS
Regenerative Endodontic Procedures Increase Both Root Length and Width of Necrotic Immature Permanent Teeth Compared to MTA Apexification (CAT#3103)11/14/2016Jenny Sun, DDS
Surgical Trephination as an Adjunct to Endodontic Therapy Not Shown to Reduce Post-Operative Pain (CAT#3109)11/10/2016Christin Michelle Giacomino, DDS
Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) Provides Greater Accuracy Than Conventional Periapical Radiographs in Detecting Periapical Lesions in Patients with Vital Teeth (CAT#3111)11/10/2016Koyo Takimoto, DDS
In Follow-Up of Patients with Root-End Resection, CBCT Shows More Bone Defects Than Periapical Radiography, But it is Uncertain Whether This Information is Related to Success or Failure of Root-End Resection (CAT#3113)11/10/2016Husniye Demirturk Kocasarac, DDS
Osteogenic Stem Cell Regenerative Therapy Shows Potential to Regenerate Dental Tissues for Whole Tooth Replacement (CAT#3108)11/10/2016Hee Sun Kim, DDS
Remotely Controlled Mandibular Positioner (RCMP) Device Predicts Treatment Outcome and Effective Target Protrusive Position (ETPP) for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) Treatment with an Oral Appliance (CAT#3106)11/09/2016Jessamy Thornton, DDS
Bisphenol A (BPA) Release From Resin Composite Material is Detectable But Not Clinically Significant (CAT#3105)11/08/2016Jessica Sathissarat, DDS
Adjunct Use of Systemic Azithromycin with Scaling and Root Planing in Treatment of Chronic Periodontitis Results in Only Limited Gain in Clinical Attachment Level and Limited Probing Depth Reduction (CAT#3102)11/08/2016Jeffrey Penner, DDS
The Clinical Effectiveness of Non-surgical Adjunctive Therapies Has Not Been Demonstrated When Compared with the Mechanical Debridement Alone Procedure as Initial Therapy for Peri-implantitis (CAT#3107)11/08/2016Seung Y. Lee, DDS
Lateral Cephalometric Measurements Aid in Diagnosing Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) (CAT#3104)11/06/2016Catalina Zambrano Martinez, DDS
Survival Rates of Implants Placed in Previously Failed Sites Are Decreased But Clinically Acceptable (CAT#3099)11/06/2016Mandy Miller, DMD
Splinting of Mobile Teeth Improves Outcomes in Guided Tissue Regeneration (CAT#3100)11/01/2016Kyle Trobough, DDS
Clinical Success of Endodontic Microsurgery at 1 Year Is Predictive of Long Term Success (CAT#3101)11/01/2016Cameron Ritter
Poorly Controlled Diabetes Mellitus Compromises Bone Response to Orthodontic Forces in Comparison to Well-controlled Diabetic and Monodiabetic Patients (CAT#3091)05/30/2016Suzzane Horani
Botulinum Toxin-A Provides Short-Term Relief to a Wide Variety of Patients with Temporomandibular Disorders (CAT#3015)05/10/2016Damian La Kemper
Zirconia Implants May Cause Less Peri-Implant Mucosal Discoloration Than Titanium Implants (CAT#3030)05/06/2016Devon Harris
Adjunctive Erbium:yttrium-Aluminum-Garnet Laser Treatment (ER:YAG) With Scaling And Root Planing (SRP) Shows Negligible Evidence In Decreasing Probing Depth More Effectively Than SRP Alone (CAT#3071)05/05/2016Casey Tatsch
Community Water Fluoridation At the Levels Recommended By The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Have Not Been Shown To Have An Effect On Children’s Neurological Development (CAT#3055)05/04/2016Scott Stewart
Selective Enamel Etching Optimizes The Bond Strength of Mild Universal Adhesives (CAT#3081)05/03/2016Catherine Young
Use of Oral Probiotics reduces Gingival Inflammation in Patients with Gingivitis (CAT#3089)05/03/2016Amaris Caraballo
Concurrent probiotics reduce the risk of antibiotic induced diarrhea and clostridium difficile (CAT#3058)05/03/2016Kristen Ferrante
Coronal Pulpotomy Can Be an Effective Alternative to Conventional Root Canal Treatment (CAT#3044)04/29/2016Octavio Garcia, MD
Flipped Classroom Methods Are Not Associated With Better Academic Performance (CAT#3060)04/28/2016David Pardo
Occlusal Splint Therapy in Combination With Masseter and Temporalis Muscle Massage Significantly Improves TMD Muscle Pain (CAT#3027)04/26/2016Soumya Thomas
Predoctoral Dental Students Are More Clinically Confident And Efficient In A Community-Based Clinical Education Program (CAT#3079)04/26/2016Daniel Dominguez
Lingual Orthodontic Treatment with Lingual Brackets Results in Fewer White Spot Lesions (WSLs) than Conventional Orthodontic Treatment with Buccal Brackets (CAT#3018)04/26/2016Bradley Leiker, II
Saliva May Be A Potential New Diagnostic Tool For Diabetes Mellitus due to Correlation Between Salivary Glucose Levels and HbA1c (CAT#3036)04/26/2016Lliliam Castellanos-Castro
Coffee May Have Beneficial Effects on the Periodontal Health of Adults (CAT#3051)04/26/2016Tao Zhou
Secondary PDL and Intraosseous Injections Are Both Effective at Anesthetizing Difficult-to-Anesthetize Mandibular Molars (CAT#3020)04/26/2016Colby Crabtree
Placing a Restoration or Prostheses That Introduces an Occlusal Interference Does Not Necessarily Cause TMD Symptoms (CAT#3031)04/26/2016Lisa Tran
Prescription Dentifrices Are More Effective At Preventing Caries In Adolescents Than Over-The-Counter Dentifrices (CAT#3075)04/21/2016Brad Theurer
Vitamin D Intake Less Than 50 nmol/L May Result in Increased Susceptibility to Dental Caries in School-Age Children (CAT#3077)04/20/2016Olivia Card-Childers
400 mg Ibuprofen/1000 mg Acetaminophen (Paracetamol) Is Suggested Effective Dosage for Ibuprofen/Acetaminophen Combination Therapy in Postoperative Pain Reduction (CAT#2994)04/19/2016Lacey Brooke Key, RDH
Ascorbic Acid Supplementation Ineffective as Therapy for Periodontal Disease (CAT#3088)04/15/2016Maria Joseph
A Self-Administered Computerized Treatment Based on Systematic Desensitization Can Reduce Fear of Dental Injections in Fearful Patients (CAT#3087)04/14/2016Juliette Tran
MSG Intake May Increase Probability of Sleep Disordered Breathing and Snoring (CAT#3082)04/14/2016McKenzie Sorensen
Hemostatic Agents Reduce Bond Strength in Class V Restorations (CAT#3069)04/13/2016Mark Dean
Methamphetamine Use Is Associated with a Greater Incidence of Dental Caries (CAT#3072)04/13/2016Christopher Gibson
When Maintenance of Two Remaining Contralateral Mandibular Teeth Is Possible, Patients Report High Satisfaction with Tooth-Supported Direct Abutment Overdentures and Moderate Satisfaction with Removable Partial Dentures (CAT#3047)04/13/2016Arden Holbein
NovaMin (Calcium Sodium Phosphosilicate) Dentifrices Reduce Dentinal Hypersensitivity More Than Potassium Nitrate Dentifrices (CAT#3059)04/13/2016Sarah Woolsey
In Conjunction With Zirconia Restorations, Resin Cements Exhibit Superior Qualities in Comparison to Other Luting Agents (CAT#3022)04/12/2016Lauren Melendez
Implementation of Electronic Dental Records’ Effects on Cost Savings for a Private Dental Practitioner are Unclear Due to Lack of Research (CAT#3086)04/11/2016Abiel A. Saldivar
True Allergic Reaction to Amide Local Anesthetics Such as Lidocaine Is Confirmed by Immunologic Testing (CAT#3062)04/08/2016Robert H. Hermann
A Fixed Appliance Is More Effective Than a Removable Appliance for the Correction of Anterior Crossbite in Patients with Mixed Dentition (CAT#3074)04/08/2016Enrique Ramirez
Lasers as an Adjunct in Periodontal Surgical Therapy Do Not Result in Improved Outcomes for Patients (CAT#3083)04/07/2016Austin May
A Regimen of Postoperative Antibiotics and Chlorhexidine Rinses Can Increase The Success Rate of Implant Osseointegration Following Ridge Preservation (CAT#3080)04/05/2016Michael Grant
Diuretics Contribute to Reduced Denture Retention (CAT#3066)04/05/2016Rachel Hain
Implant-Supported Mandibular Overdentures Provide a Better Oral Health-Related Quality of Life than Complete Mandibular Dentures in Very Old Patients (CAT#3067)04/04/2016Mina Back
Tooth Loss Is More Prevalent in Adults with Major Depressive Disorder (CAT#3054)04/04/2016Omar Salinas
Allicin-Containing Foods May Reduce Caries (CAT#3026)04/04/2016Carter Hayes
Long-Duration Gum Chewing Is a Risk Factor in the Development and Exacerbation of TMD (CAT#3006)04/04/2016Jace Silcox
Dental Implants May Be Considered In A Young Patient with Ectodermal Dysplasia (CAT#3065)04/03/2016Jeanny Nguyen
A Combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Splint Therapy is More Effective in Reducing Resting Muscle Activity in Adult Bruxers Than Splint Therapy Alone (CAT#3084)04/01/2016Carissa Cerna
Dental Crowding as a Risk Factor for Caries Is Yet To Be Established Due to Insufficient and Contradictory Evidence (CAT#3064)04/01/2016Melody Tenorio
In Patients with Chronic Periodontitis, Scaling and Root Planing with the Adjunctive Use of Ozonized Water Subgingival Irrigation Is More Effective in Improving Clinical And Microbiological Parameters than Scaling and Root Planing Alone (CAT#3056)03/31/2016Emily Lao
Interdental Brushes Are As Effective As Floss In Removing Interproximal Plaque (CAT#3041)03/31/2016James Craig
Implant Restorations Have a Probability of Developing an Open Mesial and Distal Contact That Can Be Detected 1 Month to 12 Years After Placement (CAT#3004)03/29/2016Chris Schuchart
Children With Caries In Their Primary Dentition Pose a Higher Risk of Developing Caries In Their Permanent Dentition (CAT#3035)03/29/2016Holly Ardoin
Patients With Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Have Lower Salivary Flow and a Higher Incidence of Dental Erosion (CAT#3039)03/29/2016Deana Smalls
Water Pipe Smoking And Conventional Cigarette Smoking Has Similar Harmful Effects On The Periodontium (CAT#3076)03/29/2016Monica Varela
Preliminary Results Suggest miR-139-5p Is a Viable Salivary Biomarker for Diagnosis of Tongue Squamous Cell Carcinoma (TSCC) (CAT#3049)03/28/2016Catherine Marie Walker
Problem-Based Learning May Lead to Better Student Performance Results (CAT#3040)03/25/2016Keely Long
Massage is Beneficial for Managing Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD) Pain in Patients Who Have Sleep Bruxism (CAT#3017)03/24/2016Ernest Thomas
Smartphone Applications Are Available to Help Orthodontic Patients and Clinicians (CAT#3019)03/23/2016Dhea Patel
Clear Aligners are Effective in Controlling Some Orthodontic Tooth Movement (CAT#3078)03/23/2016Reuel McIntyre
Periodontal Disease Is More Prevalent In Patients Who Have Sleep Disorders (CAT#3028)03/23/2016Christopher Jones
Oral Cryotherapy Reduces the Prevalence of Oral Mucositis in Adults Receiving Chemotherapy (CAT#3029)03/23/2016Kyle Gross
The Effect of Bleaching Agents on the Microhardness of Resin Composite Dental Restorative Materials Is Not Clinically Significant (CAT#3003)03/23/2016Matthew Acres
In A Xerostomic Patient, Fluoride-Releasing Restorative Materials Are More Successful At Preventing Future Secondary Caries Than Amalgam, Unless The Patient Has Good Oral Hygiene That Includes Daily Fluoride Gel Application, Making Both Fluoride-Releasing and Non-Fluoride-Releasing Materials Comparable (CAT#3032)03/22/2016Alexis Keaton
Arginine-Fluoride Dentifrice Is More Effective Than Standard Fluoride Dentifrice In Preventing Dental Caries In Children At Risk Of Caries (CAT#3068)03/22/2016Eliana Melendez
The Use of Aloe Vera Mouthwash in a Healthy Adult Patient Does Effectively Reduce Plaque Index (CAT#3070)03/22/2016Talena Lorren
Sealing or Resin Infiltration of Non-Cavitated Proximal Carious Lesions Is An Effective Treatment Option For Prevention (CAT#3073)03/22/2016Nicholas Aboud
Salivary Biomarkers Are An Effective Method Of Detecting Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma (CAT#3024)03/22/2016Victoria Ruiz
Survival Rates for Implants Placed by Specialists or in Academic Settings May Be Higher Than for Implants Placed by General Dentists (CAT#3025)03/22/2016Brian Ross
Cannabinoids Ease Chronic Nonmalignant Neuropathic Pain (CAT#3037)03/20/2016Nikita Patel
For Pregnant Women With Periodontitis, Periodontal Therapy Does Not Reduce The Incidence of Pre-eclampsia (CAT#3050)03/19/2016Amsale Derese
Connective Tissue Grafting and Guided Tissue Regeneration Procedures Restore Root Coverage with Long Term Stability (CAT#3012)03/18/2016Geethanjali Vipulanandan
The Use of Casein Phosphopeptide Amorphous Calcium Phosphate Fluoride (CPP-ACPF) Products Can Improve The Salivary Rate And Buffer Capacity in Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy Treatment (CAT#3013)03/17/2016Carlos Humberto Chapa
The Optimal Dose for Oral Midazolam in Order to Achieve Effective Sedation Levels in Pediatric Patients is 0.75mg/kg, as shown by a single trial of ninety patients. (CAT#3045)03/17/2016Julia Wiegand
Accelerated Osteogenic Orthodontics Treatment Does Not Result In Significantly Different Density Of The Periodontium Compared To Conventional Orthodontics (CAT#3008)03/16/2016Wendi Parks
True Allergic Responses to Local Anesthetics (LAs) Are Rare, and Safe Alternative Anesthetics Can Be Used for Common Dental Procedures (CAT#3010)03/16/2016Matt Miller
Al2O3 Airborne Particle Abrasion of Milled Zirconia Copings for Improvement of Veneering Porcelain Bond Strength Not Currently Well Supported (CAT#3048)03/15/2016Alyssa-Joy Oviatt
Inadequate Evidence to Support a Correlation Between Maloccusion and Dental Caries Amongst Pediatric Patients (CAT#3002)03/15/2016Badi Misaqi
Association Between Depression and Periodontitis Neither Confirmed Nor Denied (CAT#3043)03/15/2016Truc-Vien Nguyen
Inconclusive Evidence Supporting a Significant Correlation Between Periodontal Disease and Tooth Loss with Esophageal Cancer Risk (CAT#3057)03/15/2016Tyler Orn
Desensitizing Products Containing CPP-ACP Have a More Sustained but Slower Effect Than Products Containing Potassium Nitrate (CAT#3061)03/15/2016Annie Zheng
Autologous Blood Injection For The Treatment of Recurrent Mandibular Dislocation (CAT#3063)03/15/2016Marwan Fattouhi
Inconsistent Evidence Supports Adjunctive Use of Systemic Metronidazole in Chronic Periodontitis (CAT#2981)03/15/2016Kate McKenzie, University of Manchester
Molar Intrusion Using Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADs) Is a Viable Option for Closing Anterior Open Bites (CAT#2993)03/14/2016Adam Solomon
For Patients Who Receive A Mandibular Posterior Implant Restoration, A Higher Incidence of Loss of Proximal Contact Between Implant Restoration And Adjacent Natural Tooth Was Observed (CAT#3038)03/13/2016Ariel Marder
Regenerative Endodontic Procedures and Apexification Procedures are Viable Options for Treating Immature Teeth with Pulpal Necrosis (CAT#3042)03/13/2016Rose Duong
Dental Implants Safe for Immediate Loading in Controlled Diabetics (CAT#3046)03/13/2016Esther Atoyebi
Preoperative Administration of Celecoxib (Celebrex) is Effective for Managing Postoperative Pain In Third Molar Extractions (CAT#3052)03/13/2016Alexander Quante
Local Hemostatic Measures Are Enough To Control Bleeding In Implant Patients On Oral Anticoagulation Therapy (CAT#3023)03/12/2016Miranda Rodriguez
Recurrence Rates of Odontogenic Keratocysts Decreased With Aggressive Surgical Resection (CAT#3016)03/12/2016Selina Fuentes
Effectiveness of Clear Aligners at Controlling Minor Anterior Intrusions is Comparable to Straight Wire Orthodontics (CAT#3033)03/12/2016Jason Poon
Pulse Oximetry Testing in Primary Teeth Seems to be as Accurate as Electric Pulp Testing (CAT#3034)03/12/2016Shravik Sethi
Simple Maxillary Teeth Extractions Can Be Successfully Performed Without Including a Palatal Injection (CAT#3007)03/11/2016Christian Lopez
Children With Poor Academic Performance Have A Higher Caries Risk (CAT#3009)03/11/2016Alyse Davis
Using Fluoride Containing Adhesives for Bonding Orthodontic Appliances Reduces Loss of Minerals in the Enamel Adjacent to the Appliances (CAT#3011)03/11/2016Aalia Farukhi
Orthodontic Treatment of Class II Malocclusion During Early Childhood Does Not Produce Better Clinical Outcomes, Compared to Treatment During Adolescence (CAT#3021)03/11/2016Keri Keller
Removal of Anterior Lingual Retention Causes Relapse in Post Orthodontic Treated Patients (CAT#3014)03/10/2016Patrick VanCura
Non-Syndromic Patients With Cleft Lip And/Or Palate (CLP) Tend To Have Higher Caries Prevalence Than Non-CLP Patients (CAT#2989)03/09/2016Patrick J. Kelly
The Use of Xylitol Products in Patients With Xerostomia May Relieve Symptoms of Oral Dryness and Discomfort (CAT#3001)03/09/2016Maria Shah
Surgical Treatment in Conjunction With Air Polishing Powder Reduces Inflammation Associated With Peri-Implantitis (CAT#2999)03/08/2016Chris Ng
An Upright Maxillary Lateral Incisor Inclination May Predict Palatal Displacement of Maxillary Canine (CAT#2998)03/07/2016Amanda Mitchell
There Does Not Seem To Be A Causal Relationship Between Malocclusion And Non-Carious Cervical Lesions (CAT#3005)03/07/2016Andrew J. Higham
Prevention of Dry Socket After Tooth Extraction With Warm Saline Rinses (CAT#2996)03/06/2016Fauzia Dadarkar
Use of Piezoelectric Surgery for BSSO Does Not Reduce Incidence of Inferior Alveolar Nerve Damage Compared to Traditional Osteotomy (CAT#3000)03/06/2016Josue Vega
Is There a Link Between Periodontal Disease and Oropharyngeal Cancer? (CAT#2997)03/06/2016Zachary Parker
Supplemental Vibrational Force Does Not Decrease Time to Reach Final Alignment in Orthodontic Treatment (CAT#2988)03/04/2016Satoko Hasegawa
In Patients Needing A Sinus Augmentation Procedure, The Use of A Membrane Was The Most Significant Factor for Obtaining Long Lasting Implant Survival (CAT#2991)03/01/2016Troy Heisch
Zinc Oxide Can Potentially Reduce the Risk of Peri-Implantitis and Implant Failure (CAT#2995)03/01/2016Daniel Yates
Continuous Force Application Leads to More Root Resorption Than Intermittent Force Application in Adolescent Orthodontic Patients (CAT#2984)02/29/2016Maxwell Oldham
Hyperbaric Oxygen (HBO) Therapy Does Not Improve Implant Survival for Irradiated Patients (CAT#2968)02/27/2016Nessa Pathiyil
The Use of Waterpipe Smoking Can Produce Short-Term and Long-Term Effects on Cardiovascular Function (CAT#2992)02/27/2016Natasha Mathews
Electrolyzed Ion-Reduced Water Could Reduce Oral Counts of Periodontal Pathogens (CAT#2987)02/22/2016Brent Mowery
The 5-Year Clinical Survival Rate of Metal-Ceramic Fixed Dental Prostheses is Similar to That of Its All-Ceramic Counterpart (CAT#2983)02/20/2016Amine Kaddour-Djebbar
Splint Therapy is the Most Conservative Treatment for Idiopathic Condylar Resorption (ICR) (CAT#2986)02/16/2016Sandra Raouf
A Surgery-First Approach to Orthognathic Surgery Does Not Significantly Improve a Patient’s Quality of Life Compared to an Orthodontic First Approach (CAT#2985)02/11/2016Chase Trejo
Use of Either Emdogain or Subepithelial Connective Tissue Graft Shows Greatest Clinical Results When Combined with Coronally Positioned Flaps (CAT#2982)02/09/2016Michelle N. Gutierrez
Biomechanical Preparation of the Canal Space is Unnecessary with Pulpal Regeneration Therapy (CAT#2916)12/31/2015Maryhen Arrieta
Temporary Anchorage Device (TAD) Supported Pontics Prevent Bone Resorption in Young Growing Patients with Missing Maxillary Lateral Incisors (CAT#2964)12/10/2015Michael Schulte
Survival of Implant Supported Crowns is Significantly Higher Than That of Intentionally Replanted Teeth (CAT#2965)12/08/2015Hayrapet Sahakyants
Removing The Smear Layer With MTAD During Endodontic Treatment improves The Apical Seal (CAT#2966)12/08/2015Ahmad Al-Salman
CEJ Automated Probing System Is More Reliable Than Manual or The Florida Probe when Detecting Clinical Attachment Loss for Patients with Chronic Periodontitis. (CAT#2910)12/02/2015Esmera Celestino
Root Canal Therapy on Infected Teeth Can Be Done In Single And Multiple-Visits With No Significant Difference In Post-Operative Pain Or In Healing Rate (CAT#2915)11/24/2015Constance Quintero
Use of MTA Over Geristore for Repair of Teeth with Furcal Perforations (CAT#2908)11/18/2015Nidhi Kotak, DDS
Mini Implants Have Lower Survival Rate but Superior Patient Satisfaction Compared to Standard Implants in Mandibular Overdentures (CAT#2962)11/16/2015S. Jade Wylie, DDS
Fluoride Reduces Dental Erosion (CAT#2933)11/12/2015Elizabeth Allinson, DDS
Eucalyptol and Chloroform Have Same Effect for Cleaning Dentinal Tubules (CAT#2951)11/10/2015Claudia Vargas, DDS
Limited Evidence Suggests Oral Health Providers Should Observe Caution When Treating Post-Menopausal Women Taking Aromatase Inhibitor (AI) Drugs or Estrogen Modulating Agents (CAT#2949)11/09/2015Isaac Morton, DMD
In Pregnant Women, Diagnostic Dental Radiation Does Not Increase the Incidence of Congenital Anomalies (CAT#2943)11/05/2015Reyhaneh Alimohammadi, DDS
Maxillomandibular Advancement (MMA) Surgery Is An Effective Second or Third-Line Treatment Modality For Morbidly Obese Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) (CAT#2929)11/03/2015Deborah Russell, DDS
TiO2 Nanotubes Affect Osteoprogenitor Cell Differentiation and Proliferation (CAT#2940)11/03/2015Phillip Garrett, DDS
Risk of Alveolar Destruction Post-Operatively Following Dental Extraction is Positively Correlated to Uncontrolled Diabetes (CAT#2948)11/03/2015Kelly Walsh, DDS
Weak Evidence Supports the Biocompatibility of Non-Zinc Containing Denture Adhesives? (CAT#2961)11/03/2015Fawzi Hijazi, DDS
The Use of a Barrier Membrane Does Not Affect the Percent Vital Bone Formation Following Maxillary Sinus Floor Augmentation Utilizing the Lateral Window Technique (CAT#2937)11/02/2015Patrick Corning, DDS
Guided Tissue Regeneration Techniques May Be Beneficial in Improving Outcomes of Surgical Endodontic Treatment of Large, Through-and-Through Periapical Lesions (CAT#2939)11/02/2015Mathew Dennison, DDS
Endodontic Re-Surgery Results in Success Rates That Are Similar to Initial Surgical Intervention When Modern Methods and Materials Are Utilized (CAT#2959)11/02/2015Darrell M. Curtis, DDS
Posterior All-Ceramic Crowns Have Higher Fracture Rate Than Anterior All-Ceramic Crowns (CAT#2925)10/28/2015Giang Tran, DDS
Transplanting Teeth with An Apical Foramen Size of 1mm Allows Revascularization (CAT#2919)10/28/2015Michael Schulte
Single Premolar-Sized Cantilevers on Implant Fixed Dental Prostheses Supported By Two or More Implants of Regular Diameter or Larger Create No Greater Risk of Implant Loss or Biologic/Technical Complication Than Implant Supported Fixed Dental Prostheses with Terminal Abutments (CAT#2952)10/28/2015Shawn P. Platt, DMD
Higher Insertion Torque Values Result in Better Success for Immediately-Loaded Single Dental Implants (CAT#2954)10/27/2015Sida Zeng, DDS
Use of Chlorhexidine Prophylaxis in Preventing Oral Mucositis for Pediatric Cancer Patients (CAT#2960)10/27/2015Haifa Alkhodier, BDS
Irrigation Devices Used in Endodontics such as EndoVac and EndoActivator Result in More Efficient Removal of the Smear Layer in the Root Canal System (CAT#2957)10/22/2015Lara Henderson, DDS
Risk of Failure for Fiber-Reinforced Resin Post and Cores Is Higher With Lack of Coronal Walls than With No Ferrule (CAT#2945)10/22/2015William Slack, DDS
CBCT and CT Allow Identification of the Posterior Superior Alveolar Artery (PSAA) Canal, but Whether This Identification Alters Dental Implant-Related Treatment Planning and/or Treatment Outcome Is Uncertain (CAT#2941)10/22/2015Lea Al Matny, DDS
For Patients Undergoing Open-Flap Debridement Surgery, There is No Significant Difference Between Dexamethasone and NSAIDs For Reducing Patient Perceived Pain (CAT#2956)10/21/2015Kelsey Rockey, DDS
The Effect of CBCT-Guided Treatment Planning on Dental Implant Survival is Not Yet Known (CAT#2942)10/20/2015Adeyinka Dayo, DDS
Dental Implant Guided Surgery is More Accurate Than Freehand Surgery (CAT#2947)10/20/2015Michael Syamken, DDS
Near Infrared Light Transillumination (NILT) and Bitewing Radiographs Display Similar Accuracy in Diagnosing Interproximal Carious Lesions (CAT#2953)10/20/2015Ryan Fort, DDS
Visual Inspection for Caries Remains The Clinical Diagnostic Standard (CAT#2955)10/20/2015Keaton Forrester, DMD
Buffered Lidocaine Does Not Improve the Inferior Alveolar Block Success For Mandibular Posterior Teeth With Symptomatic Irreversible Pulpitis (CAT#2946)10/16/2015Ruchika Joon, DDS
The Length of Obturation Affects The Prognosis of Non-Surgical Root Canal Therapy (CAT#2950)10/16/2015Abdulmajeed Al Shujaa, DDS
MDPB-Containing Bonding Agents Offer Short-Term Inhibition of Bacterial Growth (CAT#2928)10/16/2015Spencer Lee, DDS
Pre-Treatment of Enamel With Fluoride Prior To Orthodontic Bracket Placement Can Lower The Shear Bond Strength (CAT#2932)10/15/2015Shadzi Jebraeili, DDS
Oraverse (phentolamine mesylate) is Safe and Effective for Use in Pediatric Dental Patients (CAT#2930)10/15/2015Elizabeth May, DDS
Parathyroid Hormone (PTH) Increases The Rate of Orthodontic Tooth Movement in Rats (CAT#2931)10/15/2015Khaled AlSharif, DDS
In Systemically Healthy Patients with Gingivitis, Mechanical Plaque Control with The Adjunctive Use of Essential Oils Containing Mouthrinses (MMEO) Reduced Plaque and Gingivitis Greater Than Mechanical Methods (MM) Alone (CAT#2944)10/15/2015Shaimaa M. Al Harthi, DDS
Canine Substitution Can Be An Acceptable Treatment for Patients With Missing Lateral incisors (CAT#2936)10/14/2015Kelsey Kraft, DDS
A Positive Association Between Periodontal Disease and Chronic Kidney Disease is Evident, But Periodontal Treatment Effects Unknown (CAT#2938)10/14/2015Sarah Ringdahl, DDS
Silver Diamine Fluoride May Be Better Than Sodium Fluoride Varnish In Arresting and Preventing Cavitated Caries Lesions (CAT#2924)10/13/2015Shahad Abudawood, DDS
Er:YAG Laser Therapy is An Effective Alternative to Scaling and Root Planing When Performing Non-Surgical Therapy for Treatment of Chronic Periodontitis (CAT#2926)10/13/2015Kandice L. Klepper, DDS
Decoronation Technique for the Treatment of Trauma-Based Ankylosis Results in Favorable Alveolar Ridge Preservation (CAT#2922)10/10/2015Amber Miller, DDS
Primary Wound Closure Versus Secondary Wound Closure Following Extraction of Mandibular Third Molars Causes a Statistically Significant Increase in Post-Operative Pain and Swelling (CAT#2923)10/09/2015Alicia Casarez-Quintana, DDS
Sclerostin Antibody (Scl-ab) Treatment Can Result in Improved Clinical Outcomes Compared to No Treatment in the Regeneration of Periodontal Defects (CAT#2927)10/09/2015Michael Rediske, DDS
Diabetes Mellitus is Associated With Significant Reduction of The Success Rate of Endodontic Treatment of Teeth with Periradicular Lesions (CAT#2913)09/26/2015Hayrapet Sahakyants
No Relationship Between Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Premolar Extraction (CAT#2917)09/23/2015Megan Laughinghouse
Use of An Electronic Apex Locator May Lead To Significant Overestimation in Working Length During Endodontic Retreatment (CAT#2914)08/20/2015Robert J. Loftus
Weak Evidence Supports Using Saliva Viscosity as an Independent Indicator for Diagnosing Halitosis (CAT#2909)08/12/2015Patrisha Cortezano
Performing a Variety of Tasks May Help Dentists Maintain Hand Strength Throughout Their Careers (CAT#2906)07/09/2015Khushbu Malhotra
The Interaction of Sodium Hypochlorite and Chlorhexidine Gluconate, Two Commonly Used Endodontic Irrigants, Forms a Potentially Harmful Precipitate That Causes Obliteration of the Dentinal Tubules and Discoloration of the Root Canal System (CAT#2907)06/29/2015David Quaid Faltys
Hypovitaminosis D is a Risk Factor for Periodontal Disease (CAT#2884)04/19/2015Kim Chi Nguyen
Polyphenols in Green Tea and Coffee Show Anti-Carious Effects (CAT#2837)04/16/2015Mimi Law
In Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), There is a Greater Prevalence of Sleep Bruxism When Compared to Those Without Obstructive Sleep Apnea (CAT#2856)04/15/2015Ryan Ho
In Patients with Chronic Periodontal Disease, The Use of Biomimetic Ceramics for Intraosseous Defects was More Effective Than Open Flap Debridement in Improving Attachment Levels (CAT#2901)04/15/2015Peter Dang
The Addition of Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRF) to Open Flap Debridement (OFD) Aids in The Treatment of Chronic Periodontitis with Intrabony Defects (CAT#2905)04/15/2015William Travis King
Long-Term Skeletal Stability Following BSSO Advancement is Similar for Titanium and Biodegradable Fixation Systems (CAT#2888)04/14/2015Nguyen Lam
Practicing Clinical Dentistry Increases the Risk of Developing Musculoskeletal Disorders (CAT#2839)04/14/2015Madiha Khanani
Electric Toothbrushes Have Greater Efficacy in Removing Plaque Compared to Manual Toothbrushes in Children Between Four and Seven (CAT#2899)04/14/2015Jonathan Ha
Neem Powder is a Better Alternative to a Chemically Derived Mouthwash Against Dental Plaque (CAT#2835)04/14/2015Sharon Mathew
The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) Diet Has Been Proven to Lower Blood Pressure and Is a Feasible Approach to Lessen Dental Complications in Patients With Hypertension and Cardiovascular Disease (CAT#2842)04/13/2015Thien-An Ho
Laser Therapy Does Not Produce the Significant Benefits of Decreased Pocket Depth When Compared to Conventional Therapy for Peri-Implantitis (CAT#2883)04/13/2015Adam Martinez
Dental Implants Coated in Hydroxyapatite and Phosphate Materials Show the Potential to Achieve Greater Osseointegration and Increased Mechanical Stability Compared to the Uncoated Titanium Dental Implant (CAT#2902)04/13/2015Mason Rice
Titanium Ions May Contribute to Inflammation and Resulting Peri-Implantitis in Patients (CAT#2904)04/13/2015Austin Todd
TMD Signs and Symptoms Increase in Dental Students After 1 Year of Dental School, Especially in Women (CAT#2822)04/13/2015Clayton Wills
Retraction Cord Causes Less Gingival Inflammation Than Retraction Paste (CAT#2866)04/10/2015Roberto Olivares
Glass Ionomer Restorations May Be More Effective Than Resin Composites at Preventing Recurrent Caries in Class V Lesions Over a 5-Year Period (CAT#2889)04/10/2015Juan Balderas
Application of Oraqix (Lidocaine/Prilocaine Local Anesthetic Gel) Reduces Pain During Scaling and Root Planing (CAT#2833)04/10/2015Ngan (Nancy) Pham
For Healthy Adult Patients, Surgical Therapy for Peri-Implantitis Using Bovine Xenograft and Enamel Matrix Derivative (Emdogain) Will be More Effective in Achieving Positive Clinical Outcomes Than Emdogain Alone (CAT#2892)04/10/2015Ki Lee
Acellular Dermal Matrix Allograft is An Acceptable Clinical Substitute for Subepithelial Connective Tissue for Root Coverage Procedures (CAT#2848)04/10/2015Shelby Bowman
Periodontal Therapy Does Not Reduce Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes (CAT#2867)04/10/2015Ai Ton
Patients that have Experienced Trauma From Whiplash are More Likely to Exhibit Temporomandibular Symptoms (CAT#2891)04/10/2015Thi Kim Ly Nguyen
Patients Suffering from Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD) Symptoms Are Found to Have More Non-Functional Tooth Contact than Otherwise Healthy Individuals (CAT#2865)04/09/2015Natasha Impink-Hernandez
No Significant Differences in Long-Term Periodontal Health Status of Adults Who Have Undergone Orthodontic Treatment During Adolescence Versus Those Who Have Not (CAT#2898)04/09/2015Reuel McIntyre
A Longer Etching Time Does Not Affect the Retention of Fissure Sealants on First Permanent Molars and Second Primary Molars of Adolescents (CAT#2900)04/09/2015Aleka Zimmer
Endoscope-Assisted Open Reduction And Internal Fixation of Mandibular Subcondylar Fractures Is a Reliable and Comparable Technique to an Extraoral Surgical Approach (CAT#2823)04/09/2015Luke Tibbitts
Use of Bone Marrow-Derived Mononuclear Cell Concentrate as an Adjuvant to Maxillary Sinus Augmentation (MSA) Does Not Improve Bone Formation Over Conventional MSA with Acellular Bone Matrix Graft Alone (CAT#2844)04/09/2015Steven L. Farnsworth
Preoperative Continuation of Aspirin with Appropriate Hemostatic Measures Is Currently Recommended (CAT#2850)04/09/2015Sehee Han
Zirconia Crowns Cleaned with Zirconium Oxide Paste (Ivoclean) Prior to Cementation Have Increased Bond Strength to Resin Cement (CAT#2859)04/09/2015Kristan Rodriguez
Bulk-fill Resin Composites Can Potentially Be as Effective as Conventional Composite Restorations Even In Class 2 Preparations (CAT#2903)04/08/2015Carlos A. Bernal
The Incidence of Root Fracture is Similar Between Metal Post-Retained and Fiber Post-Retained Restorations (CAT#2897)04/08/2015Arif Karim
Tilted Implants Demonstrate Survival and Marginal Bone Loss That is Comparable to Axial Implants (CAT#2827)04/08/2015David Rice
Cavitation of Proximal Caries Lesions Can Be Determined More Accurately on Bitewing Radiographs When the Radiolucent Depth Is > 0.5 mm From the DEJ (CAT#2882)04/08/2015Nikhaar Keshwani
Evidence is Inconclusive with Regard to Efficiency of Tooth Movement When Ceramic Orthodontic Brackets Are Employed Versus Traditional Metal Orthodontic Brackets (CAT#2852)04/08/2015Darren Hallums
No Strong Evidence in Support of Either Chlorhexidine Mouthwash or Varnish in Preventing Dental Caries (CAT#2885)04/08/2015Marjan Malakouti
Zirconia With Aluminum Oxide Sandblasting Treatment Followed By MDP-containing Primer Has Greater Bond Strength Than Zirconia With No Surface Treatment (CAT#2812)04/08/2015Krishna Patel
Chlorhexidine-Thymol Varnish May Provide a Benefit in the Prevention of Root Caries in High Caries Risk Individuals with Poor Oral Hygiene (CAT#2890)04/08/2015Anisa Maredia
There Is No Conclusive Advantage for Single Tooth Implants over Fixed Partial Dentures in Replacing Congenitally Missing Maxillary Lateral Incisors (CAT#2894)04/06/2015Michael Jimenez
Implant-Assisted Mandibular Overdentures Do Not Lead to More Bone Resorption in the Opposing Maxillary Ridge When Compared to Conventional Mandibular Dentures (CAT#2855)04/04/2015Antonella A. Botto
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) May Immediately Decrease Persistent Hypertension in Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) (CAT#2874)04/04/2015Valeria Lomeli
Patient Satisfaction Levels are Generally High with Guided Flapless Implant Placement Surgery (CAT#2853)04/04/2015Marinee Cabrera
Mesenchymal Stem Cell Treatment (MSCT) May Alleviate Salivary Problems Associated with Sjogren's Syndrome (CAT#2834)04/04/2015Jason Kang
Acellular Dermal Matrix (AlloDerm) Employed in Palatal Fistula Repair May Improve the Rate of Fistula Closure (CAT#2887)04/04/2015Rubie Rakian
Adenoidectomy and/or Tonsillectomy has a Beneficial Role on Occlusion of Permanent Dentition in Preadolescent Children with Hypertrophic Adenoids and/or Tonsils (CAT#2895)04/03/2015Suzette D. Laing
Placing Dental Implants Using a Simplified Drilling Protocol Produces Comparable Heat to Conventional Sequential Drilling Protocols (CAT#2896)04/03/2015Nancy Carolina Wong
Restorations with Resin-Modified Glass Ionomer May Exhibit Greater Longevity than Resin Composites for Patients with Coarse Diets (CAT#2838)04/02/2015Daniel Nash
In a Patient with Gingival Recession, a Connective Tissue Graft Should be Combined with a Coronally Positioned Flap to Provide Best Long-Term Clinical Results (CAT#2846)04/02/2015Kyle Walker
Cyanoacrylate Stabilizers in Free Gingival Grafts (CAT#2870)04/01/2015Travis Miller
Survivability of Flapless Dental Implant Surgery Comparing: 3D Guided Navigation and Freehand Techniques (CAT#2858)04/01/2015Josh Rudin
Antimicrobial Herbal Toothpastes Are More Effective at Controlling Gingivitis in Adults Than Commercial Fluoride Toothpaste with No Antimicrobial Constituent (CAT#2872)04/01/2015Kelsey Beth Pena
The Anticariogenic Benefit of Topical Ozone as a Management Technique for Active Carious Lesions Has Not Been Demonstrated (CAT#2877)04/01/2015Andrew Chaney
Early Dental Management of Pediatric Patients with Ectodermal Dysplasia with Removable Partial and Complete Prosthesis Can Restore Orofacial Function, Development, and Esthetics (CAT#2868)04/01/2015Angeline Luna
Rheumatoid Arthritis Alone May Not Affect the Success of an Implant, but Combined with Connective Tissue Disorders, It Can Lead to Peri-Implant Tissue Discrepancies (CAT#2878)04/01/2015Karen King
Er:YAG Lasers Are Less Likely Than Rotary Burs to Cause a Patient Discomfort During Caries Excavation When No Anesthesia Has Been Administered (CAT#2881)04/01/2015Megan Fields
Wind Instrument Playing is Not a Major Etiologic Factor in the Occurrence of Malocclusion (CAT#2862)03/31/2015Lauren Flynn
Periodontal Therapy on HIV Patients Undergoing HAART May Provide Slight Benefit in Periodontal Health (CAT#2849)03/31/2015Mariam Ahmad
Immediate Implant Placement Provides Acceptable Esthetic Outcomes but may be Associated with Greater Frequency of Mucosal Recession (CAT#2880)03/31/2015Olivia Gassmann
Conventional Casting Restorations Have a More Precise Fit Than CAD/CAM Milled Titanium Restorations with Respect to a Single-Unit Implant Supported Crown (CAT#2851)03/30/2015Indrajit Sehbi
High-Protein Diet Without Increased Calcium Intake Can Lead to Ridge Resorption and Osteoporosis in Women (CAT#2893)03/30/2015Maria Joseph
In Pediatric Patients, Use of Removable Orthodontic Appliances May Lead to an Increased Risk of Dental Caries (CAT#2816)03/30/2015Beatriz E. Fortanely
Use of Topical Tetracycline-Class Antibiotics Can Reduce Pain and Formation of New Ulcers and Increase Speed of Recovery in Patients with Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis (CAT#2830)03/30/2015Michele Schantz
Occlusal Changes from Obstructive Sleep Apnea Appliances Are Not Self-Limiting and Continue to Progress (CAT#2857)03/30/2015Eduardo Vela
Root Canal Therapy Within 14 Days of Replantating an Avulsed Tooth Reduces Likelihood of Root Resorption (CAT#2860)03/30/2015Devon Fulbright
Dietary Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Aspirin are Effective as Adjunctive Therapy During Non-Surgical Treatment of Chronic Periodontitis (CAT#2871)03/30/2015Travis Quintanilla
Omega 3 Appears to be Effective in the Treatment of Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis (RAS) (CAT#2829)03/29/2015Jennifer Tran
Patients With HIV Do Not Experience Higher Dental Implant Failure Rates Than Patients Without HIV (CAT#2845)03/28/2015Stephanie Jones
Periodontal Therapy Does Not Improve A1c Levels in Diabetic Patients with Periodontal Disease (CAT#2832)03/27/2015Justin Felkner
Interruption in Use of the New Class of Direct Thrombin Inhibitors and Factor Xa Inhibitors is Not Indicated for the Anticoagulated Patient Undergoing Simple Dental Procedures (CAT#2828)03/27/2015Craig Harrison
The Difference in Survival of Dental Implants Placed via Guided Surgery is Not Statistically Significant Compared to Free-Handed Placement (CAT#2831)03/27/2015Monica Lynott
Does Immediate Implant Placement Result in More Soft Tissue Recession Than Conventional Implant Placement for Patients Requiring Tooth Extraction in Esthetic Areas? (CAT#2861)03/27/2015Rebecca Sonick
Most Herbal and Citrus Fruit Teas Have a Low Erosive Potential (CAT#2863)03/27/2015Byan Zaidan
Physically Active Young Adults are More Susceptible to Decreased Salivary Flow Rate and Dental Erosive Wear Than Sedentary Young Adults (CAT#2869)03/27/2015Lizanne Holloway
Silver Nanoparticle (AgNP)-Containing Resin Bonding Systems Significantly Reduced the Viability of Caries-Related Bacteria and Plaque Biofilms (CAT#2841)03/27/2015James D. Oei
More Evidence Required to Determine the Long-Term Skeletal Expansion of Bone-Borne Palatal Expanders (CAT#2847)03/26/2015Collette Edwards
Topical Application of Fibroblast Growth Factor-2 May Promote Periodontal Regeneration in a Patient with Periodontitis (CAT#2886)03/26/2015Audrey Rakian
Anticoagulant Drugs Do Not Increase Risk of Postoperative Bleeding after Implant Placement (CAT#2875)03/26/2015Varun P. Joseph
Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Does Not Decrease Bacterial Load More Than Conventional Therapy in Systemically Healthy Patients with Chronic Periodontitis with No Evidence Currently Available for Diabetic Patients with Chronic Periodontitis (CAT#2879)03/25/2015Traci Cowan
Success Rate of Single Molar Implants is Similar to Root Resections in Patient with Furcated Molars (CAT#2876)03/25/2015Vincent Hsu
Patients with Temporomandibular Joint Disorders are More Likely to Have Previously Suffered Cervical Hyperextension-Flexion Trauma (CAT#2873)03/25/2015Lisa Robertson
Exposure to Gluten, Used in the Manufacture of Dental Materials, Can Exacerbate Celiac Disease (CAT#2836)03/24/2015Taylor Robison
Lactobacillus Salivarius Containing Probiotics May Have Benefits Similar to Xylitol in Decreasing Caries Risk (CAT#2840)03/24/2015Alexandria Gibbs
Er:YAG Lasers Provide Little to No Improvement in Pocket Depth of Peri-implantitis (CAT#2843)03/24/2015Michelle Gutierrez
Large Anterior Overjet Increases Risk of Traumatic Dental Injury (CAT#2854)03/24/2015Austin Paul Farmer
No Difference in Class V Restorative Performance Success Using Either The Rubber Dam or Cotton Roll Isolation Techniques (CAT#2825)03/22/2015Tiffany Chung
For a Patient with Closed Lock and Bruxism, Arthrocentesis Plus a Stabilization Appliance is More Effective Than Arthrocentesis Alone in Increasing Range of Motion (CAT#2824)03/22/2015Gabriela Aranda
Implants with Microthreaded Collars Show Significantly Less Crestal Bone Loss Than Machined-Collar Implants (CAT#2821)03/20/2015Casey Cazes
Limited Evidence to Support Surgical Intervention Accelerates Tooth Movement and Reduces Treatment Time (CAT#2815)03/20/2015Jeffrey M. Marrs
All-Ceramic Crowns Can Serve as Removable Partial Denture Abutments in Certain Clinical Situations (CAT#2818)03/19/2015Jay Patel
A Biopsy Is Necessary to Distinguish Pathological Findings Around Impacted Third Molars (CAT#2809)03/17/2015Kristin Goodwin
Ferric Sulfate Provides the Same Clinical and Radiographic Results as Formocresol When Used for Primary Tooth Pulpotomies (CAT#2819)03/17/2015Kim Do
Sugar Substitutes May Reduce Tooth Demineralization in High Caries Patients (CAT#2817)03/17/2015Huy Le
There Is Insufficient Evidence to Support the Use of Systemic Antibiotics to Prevent Postoperative Endodontic Flare-Ups (CAT#2814)03/17/2015Aimy Tran
For Patients Taking Nonbisphosphonate Medications such as Xgeva, Avastin, or Sutent, Medication Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (MRONJ) Following Dentoalveolar Surgery Occurs at a Rate Comparable to that of Patients Taking IV Bisphosphonates (CAT#2811)03/16/2015Trevor Hamilton
The Cardiovascular Health Benefits of Using Oral Appliance Therapy for Obstructive Sleep Apnea Typically Outweigh the Risks of Tooth Movement and Malocclusion (CAT#2808)02/26/2015Corbin Clifton
Preemptive Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs May Increase the Success Rate of Inferior Alveolar Nerve Blocks in Mandibular Posterior Teeth with Symptomatic Irreversible Pulpitis (CAT#2807)02/25/2015Gary Middleton
Replacing Missing Molars with Removable Prostheses Does Not Reduce or Prevent TMD Pain (CAT#2806)02/22/2015Monica Attia
Antibiotic Prophylaxis with Bone Grafting Procedures Reduces Risk of Postoperative Complications (CAT#2804)02/17/2015Brian Schweers
Zirconia Based FDP May Be An Alternative to Conventional PFM with Veneers That are More Compatible in Terms of Co-Efficient of Thermal Expansion (CAT#2802)01/22/2015Azma Ahmed
Cone Beam Computed Tomography Is Effective in Acquiring Anatomical Image Equivalence to a Full-Mouth Series with a Similarly Effective Dose (CAT#2800)12/12/2014Michael Morchat, DDS
Polished Zirconia Crowns Wear Opposing Enamel Less Than Glazed Zirconia Crowns (CAT#2803)12/12/2014James Michael Womack, DDS
Silorane-Based Composite Resin Bonding System Is More Resistant to Chemical and Enzymatic Degradation In Vitro than Traditional Methacrylate System (CAT#2795)12/11/2014Stephen Lambert, DDS
Micro-Computed Tomography is As Good As Histologic Sectioning as a Gold Standard for in vitro Determination of Proximal Caries Depth (CAT#2796)12/09/2014Scott Makins, DMD
Endodontic Microsurgery has Higher Success Rate Than Traditional Endodontic Surgery (CAT#2798)12/07/2014Priyanka Joshi
Thymoquinone Has Anti-Tumor Effects on Squamous Cell Carcinoma in Mice (CAT#2784)12/05/2014Debbie R. Lee, DDS
The Use of Corticotomies Can Effectively Reduce Treatment Time in Adult Patients (CAT#2801)12/04/2014Carson Phillips, DDS
Surgical and Nonsurgical Treatment Have Comparable Stability in the Treatment of Anterior Open-Bite Malocclusion (CAT#2790)12/03/2014Kevin Farnsworth, DDS
Composite Resin with an Epoxy-Based Monomer System May be less Susceptible to Failure Than Traditional Methacrylate-Based Resins (CAT#2794)12/02/2014Wesley Shute, DDS
The Success and the Survival Rates of Titanium-Zirconium (Ti-Zr) Implant are Consistent with Those of Titanium Implants (CAT#2792)12/02/2014Saba Ghazal, DDS
Antibiotics Were More Effective Against Resistant Bacteria when Combined with Biologically Synthesized Silver Nanoparticles (CAT#2793)12/01/2014Hannah C. Drew, DDS
Patient Satisfaction Ratings are Similar for Lingualized Balanced Occlusion and Cross-Tooth Cross-Arch Balanced Occlusion (CAT#2797)12/01/2014Ryushiro Sugita, DDS
Maxillary Protraction and Maxillary Advancement Osteotomy Have Similar Long Term Stability (CAT#2788)11/28/2014Hesham Al Saigh
Increased Post-Operative Complications in Type 2 Diabetes Patients with Higher Hemoglobin A1C (HbA1C) Levels Undergoing Mandibular Overdenture Implant Surgery (CAT#2786)11/26/2014Daniel I. Sabra
Maxillary Bone Anchored Maxillary Protraction Achieves Greater Maxillary Advancement Compared to Facemask/RME Therapy (CAT#2791)11/26/2014Kristin Saunders
Medicament/Irrigant Selection and Concentration are Important to the Survival of SCAP and the Success of Regenerative Endodontic Treatment (CAT#2772)11/26/2014Kevin R. Kunz, DDS
More Heat is Produced with Guided Dental Implant Surgery (CAT#2785)11/25/2014Amanda G. Hughart, DDS
Comparison Studies Show Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) Digital Intra-oral Detector Out-Performing or Having Similar Overall Image Quality Then a Charge-Coupled Device (CCD) Detector (CAT#2787)11/25/2014Salim Aqil, DDS
Rubber Dam Usage Increases Success When Placing Prefabricated Posts in Endodontic Treated Teeth (CAT#2777)11/25/2014Lilley Gharavi, DMD
Patients with Amalgam Restorations Are Not at a Significantly Greater Risk for Developing Health Complications Than Those With Composite Restorations (CAT#2789)11/25/2014David Quaid Faltys
Ridge Preservation with DFDBA Yields More Vital Bone Compared to FDBA; Both Materials Yield Similar Clinical Ridge Dimensions Following Healing (CAT#2781)11/23/2014Blaine Calahan, DDS
Cancellous Freeze-Dried Done Allograft (FDBA) Offers No Improvement in Clinical Healing Compared to Cortical FDBA When Used for Ridge Preservation (CAT#2776)11/20/2014Randy Demetter, DDS
Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) with Voxels < 0.2 mm3 have Superior Sensitivity to Diagnose Vertical Root Fractures, Despite No Greater Specificity than Periapical Radiography (CAT#2779)11/20/2014Jeffrey M. Adcock, DDS
Composite Resin Sealants Are More Cost- and Time-Effective Than Glass Ionomer Sealants (CAT#2783)11/20/2014Mark Lewis, DDS
Full Cuspal Coverage Restorations Improve the Long-Term Survivability of Endodontically Treated Posterior Teeth (CAT#2782)11/19/2014Kelly Ramey, DDS
Head and Neck Radiation Treatment is a Risk Factor for Implant Failure (CAT#2774)11/19/2014Catherine Tatum, DDS
Immediate Post Space Preparation Leads to Less Micro-leakage in the Root Canal System Compared to Delayed Post Placement (CAT#2773)11/18/2014Petrina Gerogianni, DDS
Biodentine is an Effective Alternative to Mineral Trioxide Aggregate (MTA) in Pulp Capping and Direct Pulp Capping Procedures (CAT#2778)11/18/2014Brandon Pitcher, DDS
Teriparatide Treatment Can Result in Improved Clinical Outcomes Compared to Placebo in the Treatment of Chronic Periodontitis (CAT#2780)11/18/2014Rebecca Neitzke, DDS
Maxillomandibular Advancement (MMA) Is The Best Primary Surgical Intervention For Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) Patients Who Do Not Comply With Or Tolerate CPAP (CAT#2770)10/27/2014Luke Tibbitts
Osteoperforations Such As Propel Orthodontics Micro-Osteoperforation Appliance Accelerate Orthodontic Tooth Movement With Minimal Surgical Intervention (CAT#2771)10/21/2014Luke Tibbitts
Periodic Application of 5% Sodium Fluoride Varnish is Effective in Reducing Root Caries (CAT#2767)09/16/2014Janet Garcia
Gabapentin Is as Effective as an Occlusal Appliance in Controlling Nighttime Masticatory EMG Activity (CAT#2762)09/16/2014Supriya Patel
Oral Appliances for Obstructive Sleep Apnea May Cause Transitory Symptoms of Temporomandibular Disorder (CAT#2746)09/08/2014Akshay Thusu
Clinical Trials Show Sonic Toothbrushes To Be More Efficacious Than Manual Toothbrushes in Overall Plaque Removal (CAT#2768)09/08/2014Emily Holland
Electronic Cigarettes May Have a Lower Potential to Cause Harm in Comparison to Traditional Tobacco Cigarettes (CAT#2764)09/08/2014Sarah Maye Whitehead
Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy Can Reduce the Reinfection Rate of Helicobacter pylori in Patients Suffering from Peptic Ulcer Disease (CAT#2763)09/02/2014Dana Paladino
No Significant Difference in a Comparison of Floss Picks to Traditional Floss for Interproximal Plaque Removal in Adults (CAT#2766)09/02/2014Lindsey Nicholson
Two-Visit and One-Visit Endodontic Treatments for Necrotic Teeth with Apical Periodontitis Have Similar Success Rates (CAT#2755)08/18/2014Ryan Gonzales
Laser Doppler Flowmetry and Pulse Oximetry are the Most Accurate Pulp Vitality Test after Trauma (CAT#2751)08/09/2014Emese Tokos
Long-Term Success Rate May be Greater for Patients with Extraction and Implant Compared to Apical Surgery (CAT#2753)08/01/2014Shayan Salim
Insufficient Evidence Supporting the Efficacy of Intentional Replantation as a Modality of Endodontic Retreatment Over Extraction and Implant Placement (CAT#2750)07/23/2014Amana Farrkh
Laser Use Reduces Post-Endodontic Re-Treatment Pain and Neuropeptide Production in Patients with Symptomatic Apical Periodontitis (CAT#2756)07/21/2014Shauna Jones
Oil Pulling as an Effective Adjunct to Brushing in Reducing Plaque-Induced Gingivitis (CAT#2754)07/21/2014Jeffrey Holt
Traumatized Anterior Tooth with Pulpal Calcification Can Be Treated with an Esthetic Restoration and Radiographic Follow-Up (CAT#2747)07/10/2014Leigh Veilleux
Patients Undergoing Orthognathic Surgery Exhibiting No Presurgical Signs/Symptoms of TMD Pose a Risk of Developing TMJ Disorders Post Surgically (CAT#2743)06/27/2014Luke Tibbitts
In Patients with Moderate Malocclusion, Orthodontic Treatment Provides No Significant Improvement to Periodontal Health (CAT#2740)06/25/2014Teresa Nguyen
Cast Posts Provide Higher Fracture Resistance Than Fiber Posts, but Greater Risk of a Non-Restorable Outcome (CAT#2742)06/25/2014Mohammad M. AlJameel
For Post-Dental Extraction Pain, Co-therapy with Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen is More Effective in Pain Management than Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen Alone (CAT#2734)06/25/2014Sammy Houari
Lateral Condensation Technique Allows Better Control of the Working Length Compared to Vertical Technique but Both Techniques Have Similar Overall Results (CAT#2736)06/25/2014Talal T. Al-Rasheed
No Significant Difference Was Found in Success or Failure Rate Between Cement-and Screw-Retained Prostheses (CAT#2741)06/25/2014Adel S. Alqarni
There is Conflicting Evidence Regarding the Use of Low-Level Laser Therapy of Alveolar Bone to Accelerate Orthodontic Tooth Movements (CAT#2745)06/25/2014Abdulmohsen Alqasir
Endodontically Treated Roots with Ketac-Endo Sealer are Stronger and More Resistant to Vertical Root Fracture Compared to Roots Sealed with AH Plus Sealer (CAT#2738)06/25/2014Saad S. Al-Otaibi
Over-the-counter Splints Used for Bruxism Have More Potential for Adverse Effects Than Splints Made and Adjusted by the Dentist (CAT#2735)06/24/2014Mohamad K. Alhadlaq
There is No Difference Between Cement-Retained and Screw-Retained Implant Supported Crowns in Developing Marginal Bone Loss, but Screw Retained Crowns May Have a More Favorable Soft Tissue Response (CAT#2744)06/24/2014Saad Almujel
Using Papilla Base Flap Results in Significantly Less Recession of the Papilla than Sulcular Full-Thickness Flap After Endodontic Surgery for Apical Periodontitis (CAT#2733)06/24/2014Shreya Ruxmohan
Transmucosal Dental Implant Placement with Bone Augmentation Shows No Difference in Bone Levels or Soft Tissue Indices from Submerged Dental Implant Placement with Bone Augmentation (CAT#2737)06/24/2014Abdulaziz A. Alblaihess
Clinician-Administered Topical Fluoride Applications During Treatment with Fixed Orthodontic Appliances Prevent the Development of White Spot Lesions (CAT#2730)05/17/2014Karim Allahdina
The Use of Resin Modified Glass Ionomer Liners Does Not Significantly Reduce Dentinal Hypersensitivity (CAT#2727)05/13/2014Daniel Beruvides
For Patients with Chronic Periodontitis, Non-surgical Therapy is more Effective than no Periodontal Treatment in Reducing Serum hs-CRP Levels (CAT#2729)05/12/2014Kelly Cooper
No Increased Risk of Root Resorption of Endodontically Treated Teeth During Orthodontic Treatment (CAT#2714)05/09/2014Cameron Lamb
Limited Evidence to Support the Incremental fill Technique is More Effective Than the Bulk fill Technique (CAT#2728)05/09/2014Oanh Hutson
Periodontal Disease Prevalence Is Significantly Higher In Patients With Down Syndrome Compared To Age Matched Patients In The General Population. (CAT#2726)05/06/2014Marissa Stewart
Tramadol/Acetaminophen Tablets Provide Rapid, Effective, and Dose-Dependent Analgesia Following Dental Surgery (CAT#2725)05/05/2014Joshua Thiel
Needle Fractures During Local Anesthetic Delivery for Dental Procedures is a Rare Occurrence (CAT#2710)05/05/2014Eric Mediavilla, DDS
Effectiveness of an Audiovisual Video Eyeglass Distraction Technique on Pain Associated with Injection of Local Anesthesia for Children (CAT#2724)04/28/2014Steve Ragsdale
Increased Horizontal Stability After Mandibular Setback Surgery in Patients with Skeletal Class III Malocclusion with Pre-Surgical Orthodontics (CAT#2723)04/15/2014Hooman Abdolisereshki
No Significant Difference in Relapse of Anterior Crowding in Class I and Class II Malocclusions Treated with or without Premolar Extractions and Retained with Hawley Retainers (CAT#2706)04/09/2014Mylinh Duong
Motor Driven Instrumentation Causes Dentinal Cracking (CAT#2712)04/06/2014Ethelyn Thomason, DMD
Articaine (4%) Does Not Improve Inferior Alveolar Nerve Block Success Compared to Lidocaine (2%) for Mandibular Molars with Irreversible Pulpitis (CAT#2658)04/04/2014Loc V. Tran
Sealants are More Effective in Preventing Dental Caries Than Periodically Applying Fluoride Varnish to a Child’s First Molars (CAT#2633)04/04/2014Shantal White
Limited Evidence to Support the Use of Tooth-Colored Bonded Restorative Materials as Replacements for Stainless Steel Crowns (SSCs) After Pulpotomies on Primary Molars (CAT#2694)04/03/2014Atish K. Patel
Tooth Surface Loss in People with Gastroesophgeal Reflux Disease is Much Greater Than Those Without This Disorder (CAT#2679)04/03/2014Catherine Garza
Effectiveness of a Fixed Functional Appliance When Compared to Headgear in Treating Class II Malocclusion (CAT#2688)04/03/2014Komal Suri
It Remains Unclear Whether Elevated HbA1c in Diabetic Patients Undergoing Surgery Increases Post-Surgical Infection Risk (CAT#2697)04/02/2014Li Hsing Loh
Orthodontic Retention with Fixed Mandibular Retainers is not Detrimental to Periodontal Health in Patients with Good Oral Hygiene (CAT#2696)04/02/2014Linh Quach
Currently Available Radiometers Are Not An Adequate Way for Clinicians to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Their Curing Lights (CAT#2653)04/01/2014Mark Williamson
Dental Anxiety in Adult and Child Population is Positively Correlated with Tooth Decay (CAT#2699)04/01/2014Scott Fischbuch
Patients with Type I or Type II Diabetes Exhibit More Dry Mouth Symptoms and Xerostomia Compared to Non-Diabetics (CAT#2668)04/01/2014Florestella Ruiz
Green Tea Extract Helps to Improve the Clinical Outcome of Non-Surgical Therapy (Scaling and Root Planing [SRP]) in the Treatment of Patients with Chronic Periodontitis (CAT#2661)04/01/2014Casey McGill
Comparing "Streptococci" DNA on the Salivary Residue of a Bite Mark with That From a Suspect’s Teeth Could Possibly Be an Option to Identifying the Biter Within Reasonable Certainty (CAT#2651)03/31/2014Jaime R. Gomez, II
Regular Toothbrushes are Better Than Finger Toothbrushes for the Removal of Plaque Throughout the Complete Primary Dentition (CAT#2496)03/31/2014Jennifer Rosales
The Pass/Fail Grading System Increases Student Satisfaction and Alleviates Stress Without Decreasing Performance (CAT#2695)03/31/2014Marii Malagayo
Osteoporosis Has No Significant Impact On Dental Implant Osseointegration (CAT#2645)03/31/2014Max Buchwald
Application of Fluoride Varnish at Least Every 6 Months Reduces the Occurrence of Dental Caries in Adults at High Caries Risk (CAT#2708)03/30/2014Marjan Malakouti
Direct and Indirect Bonding of Orthodontic Brackets Display No Difference in Bond Failure Rate (CAT#2685)03/28/2014Derick Mayberry
The Supplemental Use of Chlorhexidine with Scaling and Root Planning Therapy, When Treating Diabetic Patients, does not Significantly Improve Periodontal Outcomes as Compared to Scaling and Root Planning Alone (CAT#2628)03/28/2014Peggah Hemmat
Preventive Dental Programs Initiated During Pregnancy are Effective in Reducing the Incidence of Severe Early Childhood Caries in Children (CAT#2680)03/28/2014David Q. Faltys
Extraction of Mandibular Third Molars Does Not Minimize Lower Arch Crowding (CAT#2652)03/28/2014Charles A. Reyes
Adhesive Resin Cements are More Effective Than Glass Ionomer Cements at Lessening Post-Operative Sensitivity After the Placement of a Full Coverage Crown (CAT#2686)03/27/2014John Luke Covalt
A New Prosthesis Alone May Not Improve a Patient's Nutritional Status (CAT#2671)03/27/2014Charles Majdalani
For Healthy Patients with an Asymptomatic Tooth Fracture Limited to the Enamel, There Is a Lack of Evidence to Suggest That Placing a Full-Coverage Restoration Upon First Observation Is More Effective at Increasing the 10-year Prognosis of the Tooth Than Waiting Until Symptoms Develop (CAT#2698)03/27/2014Susie DeKoch
Myofunctional Orthodontics May or May Not Produce a More Stable Result Than Traditional Orthodontics (CAT#2667)03/26/2014Ray Caesar
Dental Caries Prevalence is not Significantly Higher in Autistic Children Compared to Non-Autistic Children (CAT#2693)03/26/2014Bridget Espanol
Electronic Cigarettes Are an Effective Cessation Reduction Tool for Dental Patients Who Smoke (CAT#2720)03/26/2014Alexandria Tami
Cone-Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) Use in Routine Orthodontic Evaluation Exposes Patients to Higher Levels of Radiation Than Lateral Cephalometric Radiography and/or Digital Panoramic Radiography (CAT#2673)03/25/2014Bethany Flanders
Drug Addiction Exacerbates Daytime Clenching and Sleep Bruxism (CAT#2620)03/25/2014Tyler Martini
Studies Regarding Non-Reversible Procedures Completed by Dental Therapists Have Overall Shown to be Acceptable (CAT#2646)03/25/2014Colby Richey
Dental Implants Placed Following Grafting in Areas with Severe Bone Resorption Can Be Successful (CAT#2701)03/25/2014Ryan Chenausky
In The Era of Increased Fluoride Usage, Between-Meal Snacking May Not Be a Significant Risk Factor for Dental Caries (CAT#2665)03/24/2014Jaclyn T. Vu
Uncontrolled Diabetic Patients May Benefit From Prophylactic Antibiotics Prior To Dentally Invasive Treatment (CAT#2616)03/24/2014Minda Gray
Supplemental Intraosseous Anesthesia Improves the Success Rate of Inferior Alveolar Nerve Blocks in Molars with Irreversible Pulpitis. (CAT#2689)03/24/2014Scott Thayer
Which Implant Overdenture has a Better Prognosis in Edentulous Maxilla: 4 Implant or 6 Implant Supported Overdenture? (CAT#2692)03/24/2014Brad Seddighzadeh
Lower Concentration H2O2 Tooth Whitening Products Do Not Significantly Reduce Post-treatment Dentinal Hypersensitivity and Provide Clinically Similar Color Change Compared to Higher Concentration Products (CAT#2618)03/23/2014Ibrahim Houari
Insufficient Evidence to Prove the Efficacy of Piezocision-Assisted Orthodontic Treatment (CAT#2683)03/23/2014Michelle Clinton
In An Immature Tooth With Pulpal Necrosis, Regenerative Endodontics and MTA Apexification Methods Are Viable Treatment Options (CAT#2662)03/22/2014Pooja Sukumar
Antioxidants Play a Preventative Role in Patients At-Risk for Oral Cancer (CAT#2621)03/22/2014Allie Cearley
In Patients with Feeding Tubes, Dentists Should Consider Pre-Medicating to Reduce the Chances of Aspiration Pneumonia During Invasive Dental Treatment (CAT#2632)03/22/2014Mariam Ahmad
Use of SLS-Free Dentifrices is Beneficial for Patients with Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis (CAT#2700)03/21/2014Michael Stapleton
Weight Reduction by Dietary and Lifestyle Modifications Is Effective in reducing Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) Indices Among Obese OSA Subjects (CAT#2626)03/20/2014Maxim Mossman
Administration of an Inferior Alveolar Nerve Block in the Region of a Developing Third-Molar May Lead to Third-Molar Agenesis (CAT#2684)03/18/2014Khurram Lalani
Epinephrine Use With Local Anesthesia in Post Myocardial Infarction Patients (CAT#2664)03/17/2014David Flanders
It Is Unclear Whether Desensitizing Toothpastes Containing Stannous Fluoride Cause a Greater Reduction in Hypersensitivity Compared to Toothpaste Containing Potassium Nitrate Following Bleaching Treatment (CAT#2636)03/17/2014Brenna Sura
Fortification of Juices with Calcium Helps Decrease the Risk of Dental Erosion (CAT#2663)03/17/2014Tanvi G. Patel
Risk of Severe Apical Root Resorption During Active Phase of Orthodontic Treatment Can be Predicted (CAT#2705)03/14/2014Hooman Abdolisereshki
In a Healthy Adult, The Incomplete Removal of Caries When Compared to The Complete Removal of Caries May Result in Reduced Fracture Resistance of Restored Posterior Teeth (CAT#2675)03/13/2014Aida Ghazvini
In a Patient Requiring Endodontic Therapy, The use of N2-Sargenti Paste Proves to be Much More Cytotoxic in Comparison with Other Endodontic Sealers (CAT#2676)03/13/2014Elan Lee
Use of Probiotics to Reduce the Level of Streptococcus Mutans in the Oral Environment (CAT#2630)03/13/2014James Kang
For Patients with Pulp Necrosis of Immature Permanent Teeth, Revascularization is More Effective Than Ca(OH)2 or MTA Apexification in Increasing Root Length and Width as Well as Improving Overall Survival Rates (CAT#2677)03/13/2014Taj Ibrik
In a Healthy Adult Requiring a Composite Restoration, SonicFill is More Effective at Reducing Polymerization Shrinkage Compared to Bulk Fill Flowable Composites (CAT#2678)03/13/2014Eulogio Munoz
In Class II Restorations, Silorane-Based Composite Resin Had No Advantage Over Methacrylate-Based Composite Resin (CAT#2687)03/13/2014Sylvia S. Lewiz
Local Periodontal Care Around Mandibular Second Molar After Third Molar Extraction Decreases Probing Depth Around Periodontally Involved Second Molars (CAT#2669)03/12/2014Hiral Patel
Laser-Activated Irrigation is More Effective Than Traditional Irrigation at Removing Endodontal Bacterial Colonies (CAT#2666)03/12/2014Ramon Ray
Resin Composite Restorations May be Promising Esthetic Alternatives to Stainless Steel Crowns in Pulpotomized Primary Molars (CAT#2691)03/12/2014Roger Flippen
An Operative Microscope Better Aids in The Success of Surgical Endodontic Therapy Than The Use of Loupes Alone (CAT#2672)03/12/2014Kristin Aulds
Unsealed Mandibular Premolars are Less Susceptible to Occlusal Caries Than Unsealed Permanent Posterior Teeth (CAT#2670)03/11/2014Andrea Bakke
Hand-wrist Analysis is Slightly More Effective in Predicting Peak Growth Velocity Than Cervical Vertebral Maturation (CAT#2649)03/09/2014Calvin Tardy
Hydroxyzine may be an Acceptable Treatment Option for Children with Sleep Bruxism (CAT#2682)03/09/2014Robert Krantz
Presence of Periodontal Disease in Pregnant Women Increases the Risk of Developing Preeclampsia (CAT#2704)03/08/2014Artesha Porter
Smokers with COPD as Compared to Smokers Without COPD Have No Significant Difference in Oral Health (CAT#2690)03/06/2014Krupa Patel
A Partial Pulpotomy is an Effective Treatment for patients with Complicated Crown Fractures (CCFs) of Young Permanent Incisors (CAT#2674)03/06/2014Benjamin Hanks
Survival Rates of Mini Dental Implants are Comparable to Standard Sized Implants for Prosthesis Support (CAT#2641)03/06/2014Tanner Hunsaker
Hydroxyapatite (HA) Coating on Titanium Implants Increases Osseointegration in the Osteoporotic Animal Model (CAT#2656)03/04/2014Jason Jones
Energy Drinks Cause Enamel Erosion at Much Higher Degrees Than Other Drink Options (CAT#2659)03/03/2014Alisha Hernandez
Resin-Modified Glass Ionomer Cement May Be More Effective Than Amalgam at Reducing the Amount of Enamel Demineralization/Recurrent Caries Occurring at the Margins of Class II Restorations in Primary Molars (CAT#2644)02/28/2014Rodolfo Cereceres
Flap-Less Microsurgery May Be a Suitable Alternative to Open-Flap Esthetic Crown Lengthening Surgery (CAT#2650)02/28/2014Daylon Galvan
Systemic Plus Local Therapy Provides No Significant Difference In The Successful Management Of Bleeding In A Patient With Type 1 von Willebrand Disease Compared to Local Therapy Alone (CAT#2654)02/28/2014Chris Felicetta
Simulation-based Training is Consistently Associated with Large Effects on Desired Training Outcomes (CAT#2657)02/28/2014Mai Luk
Implant Surface Coating Suggests a Positive Influence on Osseointegration (CAT#2655)02/28/2014Michael Young
Sonicare Air Floss is an Effective Plaque Remover (CAT#2648)02/27/2014Briana Schulte
Flowable Resin Composites Reduce Microleakage When Applied As a Liner (CAT#2634)02/26/2014Courtney Schwind
Occlusal Overload May Contribute to Late Implant Failure in Patients with Anterior Dental Implants (CAT#2647)02/26/2014Harrison Luke
Traditional Composites are Comparable to Bulk Fill Composites for Strength and Effectiveness (CAT#2613)02/25/2014Davis Omido
Anesthetic Success Rate is Highest Using the Gow-Gates Mandibular Conduction Block in Terms of Alleviating Patient Dental Pain (CAT#2639)02/25/2014Suzzane Horani
Patient Satisfaction is Achieved Whether Mandibular Implant Overdentures Contain 2 or 4 Implants (CAT#2635)02/25/2014Suzzane Horani
Clindamycin Exhibits No Statistical Difference in Preoperative Compared to Postoperative Administration For The Prevention of Dry Socket (CAT#2622)02/25/2014Maritza Flores
In Patients in Need of Dental Implants, Scalloped Implants Will Cause More Marginal Bone Loss Compared to Non-Scalloped Implants (CAT#2627)02/25/2014Veronica Lai
Essential Fatty Acids and Fat-Soluble Vitamins May Increase Salivary Flow in Patients with Primary Sjogren's Syndrome (CAT#2629)02/25/2014Jessica Xia
No Significant Difference in Velopharyngeal Function Between Conventional Orthognathic Surgery and Maxillary Distraction for Advancement of the Maxilla in Cleft Lip and Palate Patients (CAT#2625)02/25/2014Jeff Penner
Direct Resin Composite Restorations on Posterior Teeth Requiring Cusp Replacement Have a Similar Success Rate to Indirect Resin Composite Restorations (CAT#2642)02/25/2014Adam Furman
Laser Activated Teeth Whitening Systems May Cause a Greater Rise in Intrapulpal Temperature Compared to Other Heat-Activated Bleaching Techniques, Potentially Resulting in Pulpal Damage (CAT#2638)02/24/2014Katarzyna Szozda
Atraumatic Restorative Treatment Has Demonstrated Similar Levels of Survival Rate and Efficacy When Compared to Conventional Amalgam Fillings (CAT#2643)02/24/2014Nathaniel Galloway
Perceived Oral Quality of Life Predicts Nutritional Status in the Elderly (CAT#2610)02/23/2014Steven Reed
Tranexamic Acid Can Decrease Surgical Blood Loss That Results From Various Orthognathic Surgical Procedures (CAT#2624)02/20/2014Kyle Trobough
Patients Over 60 years of Age Do Not Exhibit Reduced Dental Implant Success (CAT#2623)02/20/2014Randy Middleton
Patients Surgically Treated Via Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF) for Mandibular Condyle Fractures Have Less Postoperative Pain Than Patients Treated Closed with Maxillomandibular Fixation (MMF) (CAT#2611)02/17/2014Jason Jones
Non-ablative Laser Treatment of Minor Aphthous Ulcers Reduces Pain and Healing Time Equally Compared to Topical Steroids and Better Compared to Placebos (CAT#2614)02/13/2014Brian Schweers
Platform Switching is Ineffective in Perserving Marginal Bone (CAT#2605)01/11/2014Rozee Rattani
Application of Melatonin to Implant Sites Increases Osseointegration of Dental Implants in Animal Studies (CAT#2608)01/07/2014Kelsey Anne Rockey
Limited Evidence Supports Advantage of Splinting Short Dental Implants in Posterior Partially Edentulous Patients (CAT#2603)11/14/2013Diana Cole
Bone Condensing Technique is a Good Alternative to Bone Drilling Technique to Achieve Primary and Secondary Stability of Implants in the Posterior Maxilla (CAT#2599)11/09/2013Laura N. Ogas
For Patients Requiring Posterior Class II Restorations with Gingival Terminations in Dentin, Glass Ionomer Provides Superior Marginal Adaptation Compared to Resin-based Composite (CAT#2597)11/08/2013Helen Oboro-Onuora
Preoperative Discontinuation of Warfarin for Dental Surgery Not Indicated for Most Patients (CAT#2600)11/06/2013Amana Farrkh
Coronectomy of 3rd Molars is Associated with Less Inferior Alveolar Nerve Damage Than Complete Tooth Extraction, When Potential Nerve Complications are Present (CAT#2596)10/31/2013Andrew Newman
Low Level Evidence Shows Tongue Scraper Plus Tooth Brushing Use is More Effective in Reduction of Oral Malodor and Reduction of Bacteria for 4 Days Than The Use of Mouth Rinse or Tooth Brushing (CAT#2567)10/21/2013Courtney Saenz
Younger Members of the Dental Profession are More Likely to have Burnout Syndrome (CAT#2590)10/11/2013Sasha Nouri
A Prophylactic Single Dose of 200mg Ibuprofen or 20mg Tenoxicam Administration Before Endodontic Treatment Reduces Postoperative Pain at 6 Hours After Treatment (CAT#2593)10/04/2013Ali T. Alaqla, BDS
Die Accuracy is Similar for Full-Arch Custom Impression Trays and Dual Arch Plastic Trays for Single Tooth Fixed Restorations (CAT#2591)09/24/2013Marina Protopopova
Low Level Evidence Suggests Chlorhexidine Gel (0.2%) is a Better Alternative to Chlorhexidine Rinse (0.12%) in Preventing Dry Socket in Third Molar Extractions When Both are Applied Post-Operatively (CAT#2587)09/09/2013Olubunmi Osunfisan
The NAM (Nasal Alveolar Molding)appliance is effective in providing symmetrical nasal outcomes in complete unilateral cleft lip and palate. (CAT#2588)09/03/2013Divya Nagaraj
Use of In-Office Fluoride Varnish Treatments are More Effective in Treating Symptoms of Dentin Hypersensitivity Than Desensitizing ToothPaste (CAT#2585)08/29/2013Lauren Gallegly
Ostell Resonance Frequency Analysis Device is Effective for Measuring Primary Implant Stability (CAT#2527)08/29/2013Vincent Ho
Effective Interventions Involving Physical Therapy and Oral Exercises to Reduce Symptoms Associated with TMD (CAT#2487)08/21/2013Alejandro J. Trevnio
Insufficient Evidence Available to Support the Use of OraRisk HPV Salivary Diagnostic Test (CAT#2525)08/20/2013Michael Hosking, DDS
Cone Beam Computed Tomography is accurate in identifying multiple canals in the mesiobuccal root of maxillary molars. (CAT#2514)08/18/2013James Cullen, DDS
Use of Corticosteroids Before the Extraction of Third Molars to Reduce Post-Operative Edema (CAT#2561)08/16/2013Faiza Baig
Morphology of Mandibular Inferior Cortex in Panoramic Radiograph Can Help Diagnose Osteoporosis in Post Menopausal Women (CAT#2545)08/16/2013Mohammed Alsaati, DDS
Pre-Operative Use of Cone Beam CT to Evaluated Location of Mandibular Canal Before Third Molar Extractions (CAT#2513)08/14/2013Cohl Brazil
Cone Beam Computerized Tomography (CBCT) can be useful in diagnosing Horizontal Root Fracture (HRF) (CAT#2524)08/13/2013Ali Alaqla, BDS
Comparing the accuracy of detecting pulpal vitality among different diagnostic tests in children. (CAT#2526)08/08/2013Andrew Nguyen
Patients with Cracked Tooth Syndrome, The Bite Test is Not Conclusively More Effective Than Transillumination in Diagnosing Tooth Fractures (CAT#2548)08/07/2013Tim C. Tran
2D Cephalometry Is More Reliable Compared to 3D Cephalometry (CAT#2534)08/07/2013Meredith Key
Logicon Caries DetectorTM (a computer-assisted caries diagnostic tool) may provide improved sensitivity for detection of caries that extends into dentin. (CAT#2531)08/07/2013Martina Parrone
Detection of HIV Antibodies Through Oral Fluid Samples is a Reliable Method to Diagnose HIV+ Individuals in Communities with High HIV Prevalence (CAT#2544)08/06/2013Aimee Villamayor
Autofluorescence in the Early Detection of Oral Carcinoma (CAT#2550)08/06/2013Francisco Gallardo
Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Improves Detection of External Root Resorption (CAT#2549)08/06/2013Ryan Noel Reyes
Pilot Data Suggests Use of Ultrasound Will Be Effective in Diagnosis of Incomplete Crown Fracture in The Future (CAT#2551)08/06/2013Dionte R. Moncrief
The Use of CT Has Been Shown to be Superior in Determining the Relationship of The Maxillary Third Molar to The Maxillary Sinus (CAT#2538)08/06/2013Sara Shayan
Use of Joint Vibration Analysis (JVA) for the Diagnosis of TMJ Dysfunction (CAT#2553)08/06/2013Mohamed Elnazer
Lateral Cephalometric Radiograph Analysis in Children Over the Age of Six is an Effective Diagnostic Method for Adenoid Hypertrophy (CAT#2521)08/06/2013Jaanki Patel
In a patient with occlusal caries, a laser fluorescent device can be used as an adjunct to radiographic imaging to detect dentin decay. (CAT#2529)08/06/2013Inna Piskorska, DDS
Chewing discs demonstrate significant diagnostic potential for xerostomia. (CAT#2518)08/06/2013Benjamin Pass
Evidence Suggests a Pulse Oximeter is More Accurate Than Cold Testing in Diagnosing Pulp Necrosis but Dental Adaptors are not Commercially Available at This Time (CAT#2516)08/06/2013Jelena Seibold, DDS
Electrical Pulp Testing Has Not Been Shown to Be Superior to Cold Test in Diagnosing Pulp Vitality (CAT#2533)08/05/2013Sara Fayazi, DDS
Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) May Offer a Great Non-Invasive Method for Early Caries Detection (CAT#2536)08/05/2013Ahmed Afify
Use of Ultrasound Testing for Interproximal Caries Causes Increased False Positive Results Compared With Bite Wing Radiography (CAT#2546)08/05/2013Paul Russell
In Vitro Study Shows Cone Beam Computed Tomography is the Most Reliable Diagnostic Technique for Detecting Horizontal Root Fractures (CAT#2532)08/04/2013Shiva Toghyani
When Placing Implant Crowns, Both Metal and Ceramic Abutments Provide Excellent Functional and Esthetic Service (CAT#2519)08/03/2013James Moore
ViziLite Plus TBlue System is Not a Replacement for Comprehensive Oral Screening Examinations with Surgical Biopsy/Definitive Histopathology (CAT#2523)08/03/2013Erin Wyrick
Resonance Frequency Analysis at Implant Placement is not Able to Predict Implant Failure in Immediately Loaded Implants (CAT#2547)08/02/2013Andrew Verrett
Salivary Diagnostics Use in Patients at Risk of Periodontal Disease Progression (CAT#2520)08/02/2013Christopher Walker
MyPerioPath test does not substitute for conventional risk factor analysis in the identification of at risk periodontal patients. (CAT#2541)08/02/2013Blake Hoedebecke
Real time PCR is More Accurate Than Enzyme-linked Immunosorbent Assay (Evalusite Test™ Kit) at Detecting Known Periodontal Pathogens (CAT#2535)08/02/2013Shelrethia Battle-Siatita, DDS
Digital Shade-Matching Systems Have Not Been Shown to Be More or Less Accurate or Precise Than Chair Side Visualization (CAT#2528)08/01/2013E. Matthew Lamb
Patients Suffering From Dental Trauma May Have Altered Responses to Vitality Tests and Extended Follow up is Recommended (CAT#2530)08/01/2013James Ball
Whitening Strips are Better Than Toothpastes for Reducing Yellowness, But The Results Might Not be Clinically Significant (CAT#2494)08/01/2013Jacqueline Platta
Apex Locator Gives Similar Results as Periapical Radiograph for Working Length Determination in Endodontic Treatment (CAT#2539)08/01/2013Wan Zaripah Wan Bakar
CoaguChek XS Should Not Replace Laboratory Plasma INR Tests Prior to Large Dental Surgeries (CAT#2515)07/31/2013Jane Chadwick, DDS
Resonance Frequency Analysis (RFA) Can be An Adjunct in Diagnosing Anklyosis in The Primary Dentition (CAT#2517)07/31/2013Jeremiah Whetman
Salivary Biomarker Testing Can Be Useful Together with Assessment of Clinical and Radiographic Parameters in the Diagnosis of Chronic Periodontitis in Adults (CAT#2522)07/31/2013Sathya Mahendrarajah
Remineralizing Agents Can Effectively Prevent and Reduce White Spot Lesions Caused by Orthodontic Treatment (CAT#2512)07/26/2013Neda Borna
Fluoride Retention Greater if no Post Brushing Water Rinsing Routine is Used (CAT#2493)07/25/2013Amelia Stoker
CHX Mouthwash is More Effective in Plaque Removal Than an Essential Oil or Listerine Mouthwash (CAT#2508)07/22/2013Caroline DeVincenzi
Whitening at Home: Strips vs Gels (CAT#2510)07/22/2013Elizabeth Ann McElhinney
Locally Delivered Anti-Microbials Combined with Scaling and Root Planning Improves the Management of Chronic Periodontal Disease Compared to Scaling and Root Planing Alone (CAT#2511)07/22/2013Saffa Alani
Low level Evidence about Tea Consumption and Oral Cancer Incidence (CAT#2491)07/11/2013Christopher Alex Louie
Longitudinal Efficacy of At-Home Teeth Whitening Systems (CAT#2500)07/08/2013Crystal Kelso
Alcohol Consumption Increases the Incidence of Oral and Pharyngeal Cancer (CAT#2509)07/05/2013John Waite
Receiving a Fluoride Varnish Semiannually Reduces Caries Incidence in Children (CAT#2507)07/05/2013Peter Wagner
Topical Tacrolimus is Equally Effective in Treating Patients with Oral Lichen Planus (OLP) as Compared to Topical Clobetasol (CAT#2490)06/10/2013Pallavi Parashar
The Most Frequent Dental Therapies Used to Treat Bruxism by General Dentist are More Conservative Than Dental Specialists in The Management of Bruxism (CAT#2489)05/29/2013Ronald N. Brown, DDS
Topical Aloe Vera is effective in treating Recurrent Minor Aphthous Stomatitis (CAT#2481)05/22/2013Meenachi Sellappan
Evidence is lacking to recommend 10% n-docosanol versus Penciclovir in treating patients with Recurrent Herpes Labialis (RHL) (CAT#2486)05/21/2013Meenachi Sellappan
Positional Therapy May Be Useful for Obstructive Sleep Apnea Patients Undergoing Orthodontic Dental Treatment (CAT#2479)05/13/2013Katie Bemis
Dental Students’ Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD) in Their Clinical Environment (CAT#2485)05/13/2013Ronald N. Brown, DDS
Insufficient Evidence supporting the use of Antibiotic Prophylaxis in Solid Organ Transplant Patients Prior to Dental Treatment (CAT#2484)05/08/2013Amana Farrkh
Myofunctional Therapy May Reduce the Severity of Moderate Obstructive Sleep Apnea (CAT#2482)05/07/2013Tessia Lamison
Magnifying Loupes Can Effectively Reduce Poor Posture Among Dental Professionals (CAT#2477)05/07/2013Ronald N. Brown, DDS
Esthetic Perception of Direct Composite Veneers are Preferred over Porcelain Veneers (CAT#2478)05/07/2013Danny Sluyk
Individuals Suffering From Diabetes Are More Susceptible to Root Caries But Not Coronal Caries Compared to Those Without Diabetes (CAT#2483)05/07/2013Sana Khimani
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Management with Home Monitoring (CAT#2338)04/23/2013Ronald Verrett, DDS
Complete Prostheses Worn at Night May Aggravate the Apnea-Hypopnea Index in Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (CAT#2474)04/22/2013Kelsey Rockey
Equivocal Results for Hyoid Bone Position and Obstructive Sleep Apnea Severity (CAT#2480)04/18/2013Joseph Ryan
Enamel Erosion Occurs More Frequently in Bulimic Patients Than in Anorectic Patients (CAT#2476)04/18/2013Candace DeFratus
All Active Mandibular Advancement Devices Improved Polysomnographic Indices (CAT#2349)04/13/2013Roger Arredondo, DDS
There Is No Difference In The Rates Of Third Molar Post-Operative Inflammatory Complications Between Patients With 600mg Clindamycin, and Patients Without Antibiotics (CAT#2447)04/08/2013Matthew D. Grace
Dentifrices Containing 8% Arginine and Calcium Carbonate Have More Effect on Dentinal Hypersensitivity Relief Than Dentifrices Containing Potassium Nitrate When Used Over 8 Weeks (CAT#2449)04/08/2013Eojin Hwang
Fissure Sealants Arrest Caries Progression in The Primary Dentition With Non-Cavitated Occlusal Caries (CAT#2451)04/08/2013Brian Benito
Dentists’ Are Not At Risk of Hearing Loss Due to High Speed Drill Noise (CAT#2471)04/08/2013Ronald N. Brown, DDS
Mandibular Implant-Supported Overdentures Do Not Significantly Improve Masticatory Performance Over Conventional Complete Dentures In Diabetic Patients with Average Residual Ridge Heights (CAT#2377)04/04/2013Daniel B. Eaddy
For Child Patients With Anxiety In The Dental Office, The Use Of Nitrous Oxide Augments The Sedative Effects Of Orally Administered Diazepam (CAT#2422)04/03/2013Christina Gonzalez
Rotation-Oscillation Toothbrush More Effective In Plaque Removal Than Sonic-Powered Toothbrush (CAT#2402)04/03/2013Derrick Lin
In Patients With Peri-Implantitis, Access Flap Surgery May Be More Effective Than Mechanical Debridement In Terms Of Clinical Attachment Gain Although Both Treatments Lead To Improved Clinical Parameters (CAT#2432)04/03/2013Lorraine Bautista
Patients With Sjogren’s Syndrome May Have A Reduced Dental Implant Survival Rate (CAT#2406)04/03/2013Shaun Sigurdson
No Statistical Difference Between Class II Nano-Hybrid and Hybrid Resin Composite Restorations Over Six Years (CAT#2431)04/01/2013Ryan Ward
Light-Cured Resin-Based Sealants Have a Significantly Higher Long-Term Retention Rate than Fluoride-Containing Light-Cured Resin-Based Sealants (CAT#2442)04/01/2013Karim Allahdina
Lithium Disilicate Porcelain Is Weaker Than Zirconia When Comparing Fracture Toughness Of Dental Crowns (CAT#2417)04/01/2013Michael Salas
A Full Coverage Appliance Outperforms The Partial Coverage NTI Appliance At Relieving TMD Symptoms Without Creating Complications Associated With The Use Of A Partial Coverage Appliance (CAT#2412)04/01/2013Ryan Angwin
Vitamin E in Combination With Aspirin Can Pose Potential Postoperative Bleeding (CAT#2440)04/01/2013Soulmaz Heydari
Children with Sleep Apnea or Mouth Breathing have Similar Facial Development and Mandibular Growth (CAT#2473)04/01/2013Luis C. Yepes, DDS
In Adult Dental Patients, Weak Evidence Suggests That Using A Caries Risk Assessment To Guide Treatment Planning May Result In Lower Caries Incidence (CAT#2392)04/01/2013Evan Adams
No Clinical or Statistical Difference Between Porcelain and Composite Restorations for Fractured Maxillary Incisor (CAT#2441)03/27/2013Eileen Kwee
Limited Evidence to Support The Concept That The I-Bar Clasp Partial Removable Dental Prosthesis (PRDP) For Kennedy Class I and II Conditions Is Clinically More Effective Than The Circumferential Clasp Design (CAT#2472)03/27/2013Walter C. Daniels, DMD
In Adult Patients, Diabetes Mellitus Type II may be an Influence in the Success of Root Canal Treated Teeth (CAT#2421)03/27/2013Mayra Fuentes
Posterior Ceramics are less affected by bruxism with a greater longevity than posterior direct composite resins. (CAT#2408)03/25/2013Maya M. Garcia
Both Surgical and Non-Surgical Therapies Provide Similar and Limited Levels of Improvement of Peri-Implantitis (CAT#2454)03/25/2013Jason Kim
The Use of Research Evidence in Public Health Policy Decision Making Has Not Been Documented (CAT#2461)03/21/2013Leigh Martin
Ostectomy with Apically Positioned Flap Most Effectively Maintains Post-Surgical Gingival Crest Positions Compared to Gingivectomy (CAT#2433)03/21/2013Natalie Garza
Antibacterial Composite Resins Show Potential For Minimizing Secondary Caries (CAT#2407)03/21/2013Robert Simon
4% Articaine (1:100,000 epi) Is More Effective At Pulpal Anesthesia Than 2% Lidocaine (1:100,000 epi) In Local Infiltration Anesthesia (CAT#2416)03/21/2013Shih-Jye Yei
Moderate Levels Of Alcohol Consumption May Or May Not Be A Risk Factor For Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (CAT#2395)03/21/2013Austin Webb
Stable Osseointegration of Implants with Rough Surface (CAT#2429)03/21/2013Azin Zamani
Risk of Developing Alveolar Osteitis Post-Operatively Following Dental Extraction is Positively Correlated to Smoking (CAT#2470)03/21/2013Omar El-Kweifi
Implant Placement May Lead to Post-Surgical Neuropathy (CAT#2388)03/19/2013Nicoleta Ene
In an Orthodontic Patient, There is no Significant Difference in Tooth Movement When Using Either a Mandibular Fixed Retainer or a Removable Retainer (CAT#2400)03/19/2013Mellina Delgado
Low Level Evidence shows Rapid Maxillary Expansion is Effective in Treating Children with Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (CAT#2343)03/19/2013Zheng Xu, DDS
Limited Evidence Supports Association Between Obstructive Sleep Apnea And Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (CAT#2358)03/18/2013Sarah Percy
Pulp Testing May Demonstrate Pulp Vitality Effectively In Patients With Full Coverage Restorations (CAT#2375)03/18/2013Mary Grace Camp
Cone Beam Computed Tomography Units Can Be Useful In Detecting Buccal Recurrent Caries (CAT#2426)03/18/2013Phillip Garrett
Adenotonsillectomy First Line Surgical Treatment For Obstructive Sleep Apnea In Children (CAT#2359)03/18/2013Michael Hosking, DDS
Portable vs. In-Lab Diagnosis of Obstructive Sleep Disorder For the Frail Elder Patient (CAT#2345)03/15/2013Melanie Taverna, RDH
Does Dycal Stimulate Secondary Dentin Formation More Efficiently When Compared To Ultrablend Plus When Treating A Direct Pulp Exposure (CAT#2428)03/15/2013Brenda Rodriguez
Patients With Sleep Bruxism Are More Sensitive To And Show Signs Of Higher Levels Of Mental And Physiologic Stress (CAT#2448)03/15/2013Nicholas Cox
Professional School Students Are Less Likely To Have TMD Pain Than Undergraduate Students Shown in a Study of Saudi Arabian Women (CAT#2453)03/12/2013Ryan M. Fort
Inconclusive Evidence for Measuring the Impact of CPAP Treatment on Glucose Markers for Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Diabetes (CAT#2390)03/12/2013Carol A. Nguyen, RDH, MS
Exposure to Secondhand Tobacco Smoke Increases The Risk Of Developing Oral Cancer (CAT#2374)03/11/2013Mabel Macaden
Salivary Bacteria Levels Of Lactobacillus and Streptococcus Mutans Is Not A Reliable Indicator Of Caries Risk Of An Individual Patient (CAT#2367)03/11/2013Kevin Clark
For Adult Patients with High Suspicion of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), Home-Based Testing Gave Similar Results, As In-Laboratory Testing in Diagnosing for The OSA (CAT#2351)03/09/2013Ju Ri Hur
Both The Expiratory Positive Airway Pressure And The Mandibular Advancement Device Been Shown To Reduce The Apnea-Hypopnea Index, But The Two Trials Could Not Be Compared On Effectiveness (CAT#2352)03/08/2013Megan Laughinghouse
Crestal Bone Levels Resulting From Flap And Flapless Dental Implant Surgery (CAT#2403)03/08/2013David C. Brockbank
Whitening Mouth Rinse Is More Effective At Tooth Whitening Than Whitening Toothpaste (CAT#2368)03/08/2013Susannah Payne
Survival Rate of Metal-Ceramic Crowns as Opposed to a Zirconia-Ceramic Crown (CAT#2469)03/08/2013Kuntal Patel
Improvement Seen in Socket Preservation And Bone Resorption In Post Extraction Patients Treated With Bovine Bone Mineral And Porcine Collagen (CAT#2386)03/08/2013Irena Maredia
In-Vitro Evidence Shows That Milk May Be A Better Medium Than Coconut Water for Storage of Avulsed Teeth When Immediate Re-implantation Is Not An Option (CAT#2389)03/07/2013Sheela Farooque
Limited evidence to show safety of Resin-Modified Glass Compared to Conventional Glass-Ionomers (CAT#2465)03/07/2013Caitlyn Ploch
Antibiotics Help Improve The Clinical Outcome of Non-Surgical Therapy (Scaling and Root Planing [SRP]) in The Treatment of Periodontitis in Smokers (CAT#2458)03/07/2013Vy Pham
Combining Botulism Toxin Pre-Treatment with Laser Therapy Improves Skin Aging (CAT#2373)03/07/2013Thomas Lloyd
Stannous Containing Fluoride Dentifrice is Effective in Reducing Oral Malodor (CAT#2397)03/07/2013Naila Zafer
CAD/CAM Fabricated FPDs Have Higher Fracture Strength Than Directly Fabricated FPDs (CAT#2462)03/07/2013Keyur Bhagat
Mineral Trioxide Aggregate Superior to Calcium Hydroxide in Pulpotomized Primary Molars (CAT#2415)03/07/2013Kyle King
STOP-Bang Questionnaire Is The Most Sensitive Questionnaire For Diagnosing Obstructive Sleep Apnea (CAT#2344)03/07/2013Ellis Shwarts
Unclear If Administration of Amifostine Reduces the Symptoms of Xerostomia Following Treatment of Head and Neck Cancer (CAT#2382)03/07/2013Bryan Rathke
Low level Evidence Shows That the Cross Sectional Area of the Oral Pharynx Measured with Cone Beam Computed Tomography Can Distinguish Obstructive Sleep Disordered Patients From Patients Without That Condition (CAT#2341)03/07/2013Stephen R. Matteson, DDS
There Is No Evidence That Powered Tooth Brushes Pose Any More of A Threat To Oral Soft Tissue Than Manual Tooth Brushing Techniques in Adults or Children (CAT#2459)03/06/2013Chris Wilson
Greater Skeletal Stability in Maxillary Distraction of Cleft Treated Patients Compared to Conventional Osteotomy (CAT#2445)03/05/2013Jack Hua
Efficacy of Maxillomandibular Advancement in Treating Obstructive Sleep Apnea (CAT#2360)03/04/2013Alexander Ling
For A Patient Undergoing Tooth Extraction Before Implant Placement, Ridge Preservation May Be More Effective In Maintaining The Alveolar Ridge Than Normal Healing (CAT#2387)03/04/2013Johnny Trinh
An Implant Apicoectomy Is An Acceptable Treatment For Continuing The Survival Of An Implant Presenting With A Periapical Lesion (CAT#2430)03/04/2013John Vogel
Children With Obstructive Sleep Apnea Receiving Dental Procedures Under General Anesthesia are at Increase Risk For Respiratory Complications During Recovery? (CAT#2348)03/04/2013Maria Jose Cervantes Mendez, DDS
Amalgam Versus Resin Composite Restorative Materials to Prevent Secondary Caries Via Antibacterial Properties (CAT#2456)03/03/2013Kyle Poupart
Bone Quality and Quantity Should Be Considered Before Placing Dental Implants on Postmenopausal Women (CAT#2457)03/03/2013Monica Momin
Hank’s Balanced Salt Solution is a Better Interim Medium than Milk for Avulsed Teeth (CAT#2463)03/03/2013Jerin J. Jacob
Diagnostic Evaluation of Temporomandibular Joint Osteoarthritis using Cone Beam Computed Tomography Compared With Conventional Radiographic Technology (CAT#2435)03/01/2013Arthur Gonzalez
Articane Provides Longer Lasting Anesthesia in Buccal Infiltration Compared to Lidocaine on Healthy Teeth (CAT#2437)03/01/2013Roberto Benavides
Resin-modified Glass Ionomer Restorations Are An Adequate Treatment for NCCLs, but Coronal Advancement Flaps Should Be Considered in the Treatment Plan (CAT#2438)03/01/2013Christopher Lewis
Acupuncture Therapy Beneficial For Migraine (CAT#2443)03/01/2013Alexandria Tami
Mercury Leakage from Amalgam Restorations due to Carbamide Peroxide (CAT#2393)03/01/2013Shingmei Chang
Comparison Studies Between a CAD/CAM Complete Denture And a Conventional Complete Denture (CAT#2446)03/01/2013Jieun Park
Efficacy of Guteraldehyde As Pulpotomy Agent in Primary Molars (CAT#2450)03/01/2013Kevin Coppola
Incidence Of OSA May Increase During Pregnancy (CAT#2460)03/01/2013Concepcion Barboza, DDS
Amelxanox Tablets Is More Effective Than Placebo In Reducing Pain And Ulceration Size In Treatment Of Patients With Recurrent Minor Aphthous Stomatitis (CAT#2452)03/01/2013James McPherson
There Is No Direct Link Between Asthma and Dental Caries but Associated Secondary Factors May Increase Caries Incidence (CAT#2455)03/01/2013David Anderson
Povidone-Iodine Administered During Periodontal Therapy May Yield a Small Reduction of Pocket Depth in Patients With Chronic Periodontitis (CAT#2405)03/01/2013Stacye R. Joyner
1.5 to 2 mm of Coronal Dentin Needed for a Crown Buildup (CAT#2439)03/01/2013Ian Sport
Botulinum Toxin Type A Is More Effective Than No Treatment At Reducing Pain Frequency And Severity Due To Trigeminal Neuralgia (CAT#2396)02/28/2013Lauren Roper
Xylitol Chewing Gum May Reduce Enamel Erosion If Chewed Concurrently With The Presence Of An Acidic Agent (CAT#2398)02/28/2013Sarah McMahan
There Is No Conclusive Evidence That Porcelain Veneers Placed On Anterior Teeth Greatly Increase The Risk Of Developing Gingivitis (CAT#2410)02/28/2013Adam Pfeifer
The Use Of A Mandibular Advancement Device Decreases Systemic Hypertension In Patients With Obstructive Sleep Apnea (CAT#2414)02/28/2013Alicia Casarez-Quintana
Elevated Gingival Crevicular Fluid (GCF) Antibody to Aggregatibacter Actinomycetemcomitans in Aggressive Periodontal Patients (CAT#2409)02/28/2013Monique Garcia
Efficacy of Chlorhexidine Varnish In Treating Root Caries of Geriatric Patients (CAT#2411)02/28/2013Benjamin Vuong
Corticotomy-Assisted Orthodontics May Reduce Treatment Time For Patients With Palatally Impacted Canines (CAT#2413)02/28/2013Peyton Cometti
The Current Evidence Is Inconclusive In Identifying Herpes Virus Infection As A Determinant For The Pathogenesis Of Chronic Periodontitis (CAT#2401)02/28/2013Steven Meier
Increased Risk Of Dental Caries In Children That Consume A Diet High In Fermentable Carbohydrates (CAT#2391)02/28/2013Christina Mueller
Dentin Sensitive Toothpaste Does Effectively Reduce Tooth Sensitivity (CAT#2418)02/28/2013Hien Nguyen
Treatment Outcome For Avulsed And Replanted Permanent Teeth (CAT#2420)02/28/2013Ashley Hutto
There may not be any clinically significant difference in facial profile change when comparing first premolar extractions to second premolar extractions. (CAT#2424)02/28/2013Kyle Meason
In-vitro Evidence Shows that using Bioactive Bonding Agents May Help Prevent White Spot Lesions Following Orthodontic Treatment (CAT#2419)02/28/2013Ross Williams
Bruxism Will Decrease The Survival Rate Of A Posterior Implant (CAT#2423)02/28/2013Walkiria Rivera
Rapid Palatal Expansion Does Not Appear To Cause Buccal Gingival Recession In Adolescent Patient, But May Predispose Patient To Future Gingival Recession (CAT#2425)02/28/2013Cameron Critchfield
Coffee Drinkers May be at a Lower Risk of Getting Oral Cancers (CAT#2384)02/28/2013Puja J. Bhakta
Oximeters Are The Preferred Diagnostic Method For Pre-Testing Patients Suspected of Having Moderate To Severe Obstructive Sleep Apnea (CAT#2372)02/28/2013Stephanie Lomeli
In A Patient Suffering From Chronic Closed Locked TMJ, There Are No Statistical Differences In Postoperative Pain Or Maximal Incisal Opening Values In Comparing Arthroscopic Lysis And Lavage Techniques With Arthroscopic Operative Surgery (CAT#2378)02/27/2013Viren Abreo
In A Previously Irradiated Patient, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy May Be More Effective Than Antibiotic Therapy In Preventing Osteoradionecrosis Following A Dental Extraction (CAT#2380)02/27/2013Kelsey Parsons
Idoxuridine 10% Gel Appears Equally Effective As acyclovir 5% Cream In Treating Herpes Labialis (CAT#2394)02/27/2013Amir Ashtiani
Low-Level Laser Therapy Reduces The Frequency Of Radiotherapy-Induced Oral Mucositis Occurrences More Than Diligent Oral Hygiene Alone (CAT#2399)02/27/2013Warrin Witten
In Patients With Type 2 Diabetes, Lifestyle Change Is Very Effective In Reducing Cardiovascular Disease (CAT#2404)02/27/2013Elizabeth Allinson
Tobacco Users Are Not More Susceptible To Dental Caries Than Non-Users (CAT#2369)02/26/2013Matt Hannan
Patients With Periodontitis Are More Likely To Have Implant Failure (CAT#2434)02/26/2013Roberto Olivares
Extracting Deciduous Canines And First Molars May Prevent The Ectopic Eruption Of Impacted Permanent Maxillary Canines (CAT#2385)02/26/2013S. Jade Wylie
Hydrogen Peroxide Gel May Be Beneficial As A Conjunctive Treatment To Scaling And Root Planing To Enhance Reduction Of Pockets Depths In An Adult With Periodontitis (CAT#2370)02/25/2013Cheryl Pezzotti Hansen
Dental Caries Is Associated With Both High And Low Body Mass Index (CAT#2365)02/25/2013Eunjin Suh
Grindcare Units Reduce Electromyographic Activity In Muscles Of TMD Patients During Sleep (CAT#2363)02/25/2013Ami Jadav
For Patients With Dental Pain, Combination Therapy With Ibuprofen And Acetaminophen Is More Effective In Producing Analgesia Than Monotherapy With Ibuprofen Alone (CAT#2379)02/25/2013Michael Zhang
Pulpal Calcifications Will Form In Patients Treated With Long-Term Systemic Steroids More Frequently Than In Patients Treated With Short-Term Systemic Steroids (CAT#2381)02/25/2013Supriya Patel
Effect of Micro-Etching On The Retention Of Dental Fixed Prosthesis (CAT#2383)02/25/2013Camille Daryapayma
Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea with Maxillomandibular Advancement Surgery Results in a Reduction of the Apnea Hypopnea Index (CAT#2371)02/21/2013Hanna Lindskog
Having An Angle Class II Malocclusion Is Associated With A Higher Incidence Of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (CAT#2364)02/20/2013Niraj Patel
Dentists’ Awareness of Correct Working Postures In Reducing Pain Associated With Musculoskeletal Disorders (CAT#2336)02/19/2013Ronald N. Brown, DDS
Clinical Signs and Symptoms Alone Lack Validity to Diagnose Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Pediatric Patients (CAT#2362)02/19/2013Gino R. Garza
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Is Not As Effective In Treating Childhood Obstructive Sleep Apnea As Adenotonsillectomies Due To Poor Patient Adherence (CAT#2353)02/19/2013Kevin Lin
Limited Evidence Exists Regarding Long Term Compliance Of Mandibular Advancement Devices (MAD ) For Adult (CAT#2337)02/18/2013Ann Sue von Gonten, DDS
Low Reliability Of The Self-Assessment Of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Using Questionnaires (CAT#2346)02/18/2013Simone Janner
Patients With Chronic Allergic Rhinitis Are At A Higher Risk For Developing Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome Than Non-Atopic Individuals (CAT#2347)02/16/2013David Faltys
Intensive Patient Education And Social Support Significantly Improves CPAP Therapy Adherence In Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) Patients (CAT#2340)02/14/2013Aida M. Solivan-Ortiz
Extraction orthodontic treatment may or may not cause a decrease in posterior airway size, with no association shown to sleep apnea. (CAT#2335)02/11/2013Ann Larsen, DDS
Oral Appliance Therapy and Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Demonstrate Similar Improvements in the Treatment of Mild/ Moderate Obstructive Sleep Apnea (CAT#2334)01/02/2013Marisol Kusbel
Early orthodontic treatment with Rapid Maxillary Expansion in children with Obstructive Sleep Apnea may become an alternative treatment to surgery (CAT#2331)10/25/2012Meenakshi Vishwanath
A retrospective comparison study of the effectiveness of Hawleys vs. Vacuum Formed Retainers demonstrated that both appliances are equally effective. (CAT#2329)08/17/2012Alessandra Chacon
Excellent Implant Survival Rate After Placement in Fresh Extraction Sockets (CAT#2328)08/13/2012Pete Holden
Low-Level Laser Therapy: An Efficient Method for Controlling Pain in Orthodontic Patients (CAT#2321)08/12/2012Kaveh Najibfard
Protrusive Splint Therapy (PST) Reduces Pain For Patients With Temporalmandibular Disorder (TMD) (CAT#2308)08/10/2012Vu Le
Cone-Beam Computed Tomography vs. PA’s at Detecting Small Periapical Lesions (CAT#2319)08/09/2012Douglas Steffy
Comparing the Accuracy of Digital Radiography (DR), MDCT and CBCT in Detecting Vertical Root Fractures (VRF) (CAT#2320)08/09/2012Mohammed Barayan
Fluoride releasing properties of glass-ionomer sealants may have no additional benefit in preventing secondary caries in children over properly applied resin based materials. (CAT#2316)08/08/2012Stephanie Trahan
Initial Endodontic Treatment Has Similar Long-Term Survival Rate Compared to Single-Tooth Implants (CAT#2307)08/08/2012Vanessa Chrepa, BDS