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1. Blašković-Šubat V. [Frequency of apical, lateral and furcational accessory canals]. Acta Stomatol Croat. 1990;24(2):85-95.
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   Title in English:	Frequency of apical, lateral and furcational accessory canals
   Title in Croatian:	Učestalost apeksnih; lateralnih i furkacijskih akcesornih kanalića
   Type of Article:	original scientific paper
   MeSH:	DENTAL PULP CAVITY + anatomy & histology TOOTH ROOT + anatomy & histology ODONTOMETRY
   Abstract:	Two hundred and thirty permanent roots were examined stereomicroscopically to determine the frequency of apical, lateral and furcational accessory canals. The frequency of apical accessory canals averaged 19.6% and lateral 8.3%. The furcational accessory canals were observed in 32.0% of all furcations. These findings emphasize the necessity for undertaking the meticulous disinfection and qualitative obturation of endodontic space.

2. Vukovojac S, Krmpotić I, Kovačević D. [Radiographic analysis of condyle position in patients with TMJ dysfunctions]. Acta Stomatol Croat. 1990;24(2):97-109.
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   Title in English:	Radiographic analysis of condyle position in patients with TMJ dysfunctions
   Title in Croatian:	Radiografska analiza položaja kondila u pacijenata s disfunkcijskim smetnjama stomatognatog sustava
   Type of Article:	original scientific paper
   MeSH:	MANDIBULAR CONDYLE + radiography TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT DYSFUNCTION SYNDROME TOMOGRAPHY, X-RAY
   Abstract:	Decreased joint space is one of the basical radiographic signs of joint disease and correlation with crepitus the real clinical symptom of structural joint damage. The aim of this investigation is to find out if there is any correlation between the intrajoint condyle position and joint dysfunction symptomatology, by means of TMJ tomography evaluation. Among the patients with characteristic symptoms of TMJ dysfunction examined in our Departments, a group of hundred were tomographed (Polytom--Philips-Massiot). Thirty students not showing any anamnestic or clinical symptoms formed the control group. In the evaluation of radiographic findings we accepted the static relation between condyle and glenoid fossa in the maximal intercuspal position, where the joint space was divided in three almost equal parts. The radiographic findings of the relationship between condyle and glenoid fossa in the maximal intercuspal position are presented on with the intention of establishing the most characteristic differences between the groups. The statistical elaboration has been carried out by multivariante analysis of variance. The characteristic radiographic findings in our group of patient are: --excentric condyle position, --posterior condyle displacement and --marked asymmetry. Therefore, these findings represent efficient aid in TMJ dysfunction diagnosis, and show direction for repositioning of condyle in therapy dysfunction.

3. Rak D, Muretić Ž. [Roentgencephalometric evaluation of inclination and the position of incisors in orthodontic malocclusions and normal occlusion]. Acta Stomatol Croat. 1990;24(2):111-21.
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   Title in English:	Roentgencephalometric evaluation of inclination and the position of incisors in orthodontic malocclusions and normal occlusion
   Title in Croatian:	Rendgenkefalometrijska procjena odnosa inklinacije i pozicije sjekutića kod ortodontskih nepravilnosti i eugnate okluzije
   Type of Article:	original scientific paper
   MeSH:	INCISOR MALOCCLUSION + diagnosis DENTAL OCCLUSION CEPHALOMETRY
   Abstract:	The aims of the study were: --to determine sagittal differences in the position and inclination of incisors in defined orthodontic anomalies as compared to eugnathic occlusion; --to assess the importance of variable interrelationships for the evaluation of incisor orientation; and --to describe the distribution of compatibility of all linear and angular assessments of incisor orientation studied in relation to both jaws, direction of deviation and type of malocclusion. A sample of 436 roentgenograms taken in subjects of both sexes aged 10-18 years (180 with eugnathic occlusion and 256 with orthodontic anomalies) were analyzed. Five dentoalveolar variables were observed. Use of the 3 degrees = 1 mm principle allowed the inclination and position of incisors to be compared. The following conclusions were reached: --as compared to eugnathic subjects, dentoalveolar variables were changed in defined orthodontic malocclusions with clear differentiation according to type of anomaly; --a significant relationship was found for most variables used to assess the position and inclination of incisors; --a complete compatibility between the position and inclination was recorded in 16.7% and 15.7% of cases in the maxilla and mandible, respectively; --compatibility between the inclination and position was highest in subjects with eugnathic occlusion; and --inclination and position of incisors may be mutually independent or even contradirectional in one and the same subject, necessitating separate analytical evaluation.

4. Lekić P, Ivanović M. [Antibody titer in saliva and serum of experimental animals]. Acta Stomatol Croat. 1990;24(2):123-31.
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   Title in English:	Antibody titer in saliva and serum of experimental animals
   Title in Croatian:	Titar antitela u pljuvačci i serumu eksperimentalnih životinja
   Type of Article:	original scientific paper
   MeSH:	SALIVA + immunology SERUM + immunology GINGIVA + imunology
   Abstract:	This paper reveals the antibody titer of plaque microorganisms in experimental gingivitis rats of differents ages and immunization. Before sacrificing experimental animals status of gingival tissue was assessed. Further on speciments of saliva and serum were taken for antibody titer measurements. None of the young rats developed gingivitis during experiment, where as the adult immunized rats bled on probing. Low values of antibodys point out the absence of intensive synthesis of specific antibodys in saliva upon the antigen stimulation of plaque maicroorganisms. Serum antibody titers were low in young rats, moderate in adult, and high in adult immunized rats. These results indicate that adult rats react stronger to plaque antigents than young rats and that previous contact with the antigens increases the reaction.

5. Rošin-Grget K, Linčir I. [Dentist's patient under antineoplastic therapy]. Acta Stomatol Croat. 1990;24(2):133-8.
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   Title in English:	Dentist's patient under antineoplastic therapy
   Title in Croatian:	Stomatološki pacijent pod antineoplastičnom terapijom
   Type of Article:	review
   MeSH:	ANTINEOPLASTIC AGENTS MOUTH MUCOSA + drug effects STOMATITIS CANDIDIASIS, ORAL
   Abstract:	The side effects of antineoplastic drugs can be manifest in the oral cavity. Every dentist must be familiar with these groups of drugs and their mechanisms of action and the management of their adverse oral manifestations. The most common oral reactions to administered antineoplastic drugs are: mucositis, local or generalized infections and hemorrhages. The right way in which these manifestations may be handled therapeutically can ensure dentist's patient a langer life of better quality.

6. Mojse-Miličev M. [Prevention of infection transfer in dentistry]. Acta Stomatol Croat. 1990;24(2):139-44.
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   Title in English:	Prevention of infection transfer in dentistry
   Title in Croatian:	Spriječavanje prijenosa infekcija u stomatologiji
   Type of Article:	professional paper
   MeSH:	INFECTION CONTROL, DENTAL
   Abstract:	Dental team and dentist's office should not represent an infective risk of transfer of bacterial and viral infections for patients. As the number of such infections is on an increase, we have to take additional measures of precaution besides the standard hygienic ones. We will protect ourselves by continuous use of personal protective means (gloves, masks, glasses, caps) and proper hand hygiene, and our patients by use of disposable facilities (plastic glasses, suction-pumps for saliva, injection needles, syringes, paper napkins). After each patient, all accessories and surfaces that were in contact with him should be disinfected, and the same applies to all matrices and prosthetic devices after oral testing. Efficient disinfectants should be used following the manufacturer's instructions thereby. Our offices should also be equipped with thermodisinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners and rapid autoclaves for sensitive instruments.