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- Granger T, Gunn A, Welbury R. Tooth replantation: a worthwhile exercise?. Acta Stomatol Croat. 2011;45(2):75-85.
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Tooth replantation: a worthwhile exercise? |
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Replantacija zuba: vježba vrijedna truda? |
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review |
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Avulsion is a serious assault on both dental tissues and the surrounding periodontium and in consequence the process of replantation creates a wide range of outcomes. The main aim of replantation is to maintain periodontal cell viability and the possibility of functional healing of the periodontal ligament (PDL) and maximise the possibility of pulpal revascularisation. To identify whether replantation is worthwhile requires analysis of the evidence in two areas: whether the replanted tooth can be retained indefinitely (successful periodontal healing), or whether even in the presence of replacement resorption (ankylosis) relatively normal growth and maintenance of alveolar ridge contour can occur until utilisation of a prosthesis to fill the space when the tooth is lost in late teenage years. |
- Lehmann KM, Azar MS, Kämmerer PW, Wentaschek S, Hell ENF. The effect of optical conditioning of preparations with scan spray on preparation form. Acta Stomatol Croat. 2011;45(2):86-92.
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The effect of optical conditioning of preparations with scan spray on preparation form |
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Učinak optičkog kondicioniranja preparacije sprejem za skeniranje na oblik preparacije |
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original scientific paper |
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Objective: CAD/CAM systems require scan spray for chairside sampling of tooth surfaces. However, this leads to alterations of the sprayed preparation and may affect marginal and internal adaption
of the restoration. The aim of this study was to define the effect of scan spray on preparation form by evaluating the morphologies and the thicknesses of three different scan sprays. Materials and Methods: The surface morphology of the coatings of different scan sprays (A, B, C) was evaluated by use of a confocal laser scanning microscope. The thicknesses of spray coatings were measured on a glass plate as well as under simulated clinical conditions using a profilometer and a surface digitalisation device. The data were analysed by a 1-way ANOVA (α = .05). Results: The confocal laser scanning microscopy showed rough and irregular formed coating surfaces of all sprays, whereas an increasing numbers of small spray particles were seen from spray A over spray B to spray C. Mean coating thicknesses on the glass plate were: spray A 25.3 Μm, spray B 18.9 Μm and spray C 19.2 Μm. Significant differences were detected between spray A and B (P = .017). Under simulated clinical conditions median coating thicknesses were: spray A 15.5 Μm, spray B 15.0 Μm and spray C 13.3 Μm. A statistically significant difference could be detected only between spray A and C (P = .033). Conclusions: The coatings of the used scan spray systems showed different surface morphologies and exhibited different thicknesses. Consequently, the application of scan sprays affects the precision of the final CAD/CAM restorations. However, the scan sprays under investigation showed acceptable coating thicknesses for clinical use. |
- Meira Ribeiro AIA, Dantas DCRE, da Silva JWG, Guenes GMT, Braz R, Cavalcanti AL. Influence of application time of antioxidant on the deproteinized dentin: a SEM/EDS study. Acta Stomatol Croat. 2011;45(2):93-9.
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Influence of application time of antioxidant on the deproteinized dentin: a SEM/EDS study |
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Utjecaj duljine primjene antioksidanta na deproteinizirani dentin: istraživanje SEM/EDS-om |
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original scientific paper |
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Objective: To evaluate in vitro the influence of application time of sodium ascorbate to 10% on the deproteinized by scanning electron microscopy/energy dispersive x-ray spectroscopy (SEM/EDS). Methods: Seven extracted human third molars were selected. For analysis of the composition of the dentin surface by SEM/EDS, 7 samples were analyzed simultaneously as follows: G1: Healthy dentin
substrate, G2: Demineralized dentin substrate with 37% phosphoric acid for 15 s (demineralization), strictly following the manufacturer’s recommendations, G3: Deproteinized dentin substrate after demineralization, 10% sodium hypochlorite aqueous solution for 60 s under constant agitation (deproteinization), G4, G5, G6 and G7: demineralized, deproteinized dentin substrate after application of 10% sodium ascorbate for 15 s, 30 s, 60 s, 10 min, respectively. The samples were examined by a scanning electron microscope (Quanta 2000 - Fei Company) equipped with an energy dispersive spectrometer with acceleration voltage 10 KV at ×2,000 magnification under vacuum. Results: The SEM/EDS analysis showed progressive deposition of sodium ascorbate crystals as the application time of the antioxidant agent increased, forming crusts which can cause occlusion of some dentinal tubules. There was no statistically significant difference between G2 and G3 (P>0.05). However, the application of 10% sodium ascorbate for 60 s resulted in a decrease in the oxygen (P=0.029), magnesium (P=0.019) and sodium (P=0.029) levels. Conclusion: After application of 10% sodium ascorbate, deposition of sodium ascorbate crystals occurred progressively forming crusts on dentin substrate, which causes occlusion of some dentinal tubules. |
- Klarić E, Par M, Profeta I, Matošević D, Tarle Z. Postoperative sensitivity after two in-office bleaching methods. Acta Stomatol Croat. 2011;45(2):100-9.
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Postoperative sensitivity after two in-office bleaching methods |
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Postoperativna preosjetljivost nakon uporabe dvaju sredstava za profesionalno izbjeljivanje zuba |
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original scientific paper |
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Aim: The aim of this study was to measure the level of postoperative sensitivity after two in-office whitening treatments. Materials and Methods: Twenty-two patients, divided in two groups of 11, took part in this study and they voluntarily agreed to a bleaching treatment. Two different in-office bleaching agents were used: Zoom2, based on 25% hydrogen peroxide and initialized by the light source from the same manufacturer, and Opalescence Boost, based on 38% hydrogen peroxide without the light initiation. The pain was evaluated by the visual analogue scale (VAS) and the data were recorded immediately, and at 6 and 24 hours after bleaching. Results: The data were analyzed by Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test. The difference between postoperative sensitivity after application of Zoom2 and Boost whitening agents, measured immediately after the treatment, 6
and 24 hours after bleaching, was not statistically significant (p>0.05). Both whitening treatments show the same prevalence of postoperative sensitivity, which was the highest immediately after
the treatment and 6 hours later (p<0.05). Both agents show obvious appearance of postoperative sensitivity, which decreases to the values measured 24 hours after the treatment. Conclusion: The
postoperative pain and sensitivity during and after both in-office whitening treatment agents with different hydrogen peroxide concentrations occur as one of the possible side-effects which were
the highest immediately after the treatment and 6 hours later, and then decreasing to the values measured 24 hours after the treatment. |
- Chrysanthakopoulos NA. A survey of the reasons for dental extraction in adult population in Greece. Acta Stomatol Croat. 2011;45(2):110-9.
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A survey of the reasons for dental extraction in adult population in Greece |
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Istraživanje o razlozima ekstrakcije zuba kod odrasle populacije u Grčkoj |
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Aim. The aim of this study was to estimate the reasons for tooth extraction and their correlations with aspects such as age and gender in adult population in Greece. Materials and Methods. The population sample consisted of 632 subjects, 340 males and 292 females, aged 18 to 76 who attended a private practice in Greece. The patients’ gender, age, number and type of extracted teeth and the reasons for tooth extraction were recorded for a period of three years. Results. One thousand six hundred and eighty eight permanent teeth were extracted for various reasons during the study period. The results showed that the main causes of extractions were periodontal disease (38.09%) and dental caries (36.01%). Periodontal disease was the main cause of extraction in patients over 50 years of age (47.18%), while dental caries was the main cause for extraction in patients up to 49 years of age (41.39%). Maxillary and mandibular central-lateral incisors and canines were the most frequently extracted teeth due to periodontal disease, while maxillary and mandibular 1st and 2nd molars, were the most frequently extracted teeth due to dental caries. Conclusions. Periodontal disease and dental caries are still the main reasons for tooth extraction regardless of the patients’ age. |
- Lončar B, Mravak-Stipetić M, Skerlev M, Baričević M, Makar Aušperger K. Bullous oral eruptions caused by azithromycin. Acta Stomatol Croat. 2011;45(2):120-4.
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Bullous oral eruptions caused by azithromycin |
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Oralna bulozna erupcija uzrokovana azitromicinom |
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professional paper |
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Macrolides are considered the safest group of antibiotics, with a very low prevalence of allergic reactions (0.4-3%). We present a case report of a young patient who developed bullous eruption on buccal mucosa and lips after ingestion of the third dose of azithromycin. After taking steroid therapy the lesions started to regress, but on the fourth day a new bullous eruption appeared on labial mucosa with lower intensity. This could be explained by the fact that azithromycin has a long plasma half-life and is detectable in neutrophil lysates 28 days after the last dose, which may be related to a higher risk of adverse effects. According to our knowledge and from the available
literature. This is the first described case of oral eruption after azithromycin treatment. In spite of the fact that azithromycin remains one of the best tolerated macrolides, potentially severe adverse reactions may sometimes occur. |
- Venkatesh R, Joshi RK, Ballal S. Paget’s disease of the bone: a clinical report. Acta Stomatol Croat. 2011;45(2):125-30.
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Paget’s disease of the bone: a clinical report |
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Pagetova bolest kostiju: prikaz slučaja |
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professional paper |
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Paget’s disease of bone (PDB) is a chronic bone remodeling disorder characterized by increased osteoclast-mediated bone resorption with subsequent new bone formation resulting in a disorganized mosaic of woven and lamellar bone at affected skeletal sites. The disease is usually not clinically apparent under 40 years of age. The clinical manifestations may range from asymptomatic to painful deformity of more than one bone. PDB is most common in white people of European descent, but it also occurs in black population, whereas it is rare in people of Asian descent. With anti-osteoclast therapy such as calcitonin and bisphosphonates many of the symptoms are relieved.
But the risk of future complications still remains. Unfortunately, very little evidence of long-term results is available. We report a case of Paget’s disease of bone with a brief review of literature. |
- Efeoglu C, Gülcan C. Management issues of a patient who ingested a denture: a case report. Acta Stomatol Croat. 2011;45(2):131-4.
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Management issues of a patient who ingested a denture: a case report |
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Zbrinjavanje pacijenta koji je progutao privremenu djelomičnu protezu: prikaz slučaja |
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professional paper |
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This case study aims to highlight the potential hazards and the management of a patient who ingested a spoon denture. Case report: A 47 years old man attended the Accident and Emergency
Department after accidentally ingesting his poorly fitted denture. Initial management included examination with a laryngoscope under topical anaesthesia and the appropriate films to detect the foreign body (FB). Hospitalisation and rigid oesophagoscopy under general anaesthesia (GA) was required to remove it and recovery was uneventful. Poorly retentive and unstable dentures pose a risk of ingestion or aspiration for patients and therefore should be avoided or temporarily used provided that the necessary measures to improve retention and stability are taken. |
- Aguiar CM, Medeiros E, Nascimento N, Valente R. Bilateral mandibular supernumerary teeth associated with gemination: a case report. Acta Stomatol Croat. 2011;45(2):135-40.
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Bilateral mandibular supernumerary teeth associated with gemination: a case report |
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Obostrana prekobrojnost zuba u donjoj čeljusti povezana s geminacijom: prikaz slučaja |
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professional paper |
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Multiple hyperodontia rarely occurs without being associated with complex syndromes or gemination. The prophylactic surgical removal of the supernumerary teeth is generally the treatment of choice. The aim of this case report was to present an isolated nonsyndromic occurrence of multiple supernumerary teeth, one of which had a root canal anatomy of gemination, representing a rare phenomenon. However, since the ectopic teeth were associated with discomfort, pain and swelling, surgical treatment was necessary. The chosen treatment was surgery, with the extraction of the three supernumerary teeth and no evidence of any postoperative complications. No recurrences occurred in one year of follow-up. |
- Vučićević-Boras V, Canjuga I, Brailo V, Vidović Juras D. The effect of topical hyaluronic acid in patients with burning mouth syndrome. Acta Stomatol Croat. 2011;45(2):141.
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The effect of topical hyaluronic acid in patients with burning mouth syndrome |
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Učinak lokalne primjene hijaluronske kiseline kod pacijenata sa sindromom pekućih usta |
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letter to the editor |
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Dear Editor,
it has been reported that 0.2% hyaluronic acid (HA) might be beneficial in certain oral diseases such as recurrent aphthous ulcers and oral lichen planus due to its anti-inflammatory and other properties (1). Furthermore, HA is a hygroscopic
macromolecule and solutions are highly osmotic. In the skin and perhaps on the oral mucosa, this property is likely to be relevant in controlling tissue hydration during periods of change such as the inflammatory process or response to tissue injury (2). Burning mouth syndrome is a still enigmatic condition for the patient and the doctor albeit extensive literature reports could be found. Unfortunately
there is no effective treatment for BMS (3).
In 19 patients with burning mouth syndrome a thorough clinical examination was performed as well as hematological investigation which involved complete blood count, iron, feritin and the BMS diagnosis was established according
to the Scala et al.(4). HA was prescribed in the form of gel (Gengigel®, Ricerfarma, Italy) to be applied three times a day. After one year the participants were interviewed by the telephone. Out of 19 participants, we could reach only 12.
In four patients complete BMS remission was reported after HA has been used for one month. In two patients the burning symptoms were reduced but were still present and in six patients burning symptoms were unaffected by use of HA, i.e. HA was not useful in BMS symptoms. It is possible that immediate application reduces discomfort and this is purely a barrier or protective mechanism from stimuli arising in the oral environment. On the other hand, complete remission
of BMS might be solely attributed to the placebo effect which remains to be elucidated in further studies. However, we were satisfied as some patients were free of symptoms no matter what caused BMS remission. |
- Kongres Hrvatski parodontološki dani. Abstracts of Croatian Periodontology Days 2011 congress (Zagreb, Croatia, May 6-7, 2011). Acta Stomatol Croat. 2011;45(2):147-51.
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Abstracts of Croatian Periodontology Days 2011 congress (Zagreb, Croatia, May 6-7, 2011) |
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Sažeci s kongresa “Hrvatski parodontološki dani 2011.” (Zagreb, Hrvatska, 6. i 7. svibnja 2011.) |
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congress abstract |
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