Bisphosphonates are highly effective antiresorptive drugs that are used in the treatment of bone metastases in malignancies, Paget’s disease, fibrous dysplasia, osteogenesis imperfecta, osteoporosis. Their usage unfortunately leads to development of avascular osteonecrosis of the jaw which has been recognized as a complication of bisphosphonate …

Background. It is crucial to maintain the vitality of the dental pulp by using biologically tolerable materials when placed on dentin near the dental pulp. Calcium-hydroxide cement has been established as such a material. Resin-modified Glass-ionomer cement (RMGIC) is another group of materials. The results …

Emotional intelligence (EI) is defined as a person’s ability to express and manage feelings appropriately while respecting the feelings of others. It’s a set of skills that children can begin learning at any age. Children with higher emotional intelligence are better able to pay attention, …

Endodontic therapy’s substantial purpose is to create a biologically appropriate environment within the root canal system that is conducive for the healing and maintenance of periradicular tissue health. Bacteria are one of the main factors causing disorders in the pulpal tissues, as they invade the …

Periradicular surgery is a surgical procedure which is used in cases of failed endodontic treatments of a tooth with a persistent periapical lesion, which cannot be managed with endodontic retreatment. Various techniques and strategies have been trailed and applied to achieve with most minimally invasive …

The advantages of saliva as a potential diagnostic fluid and the abundant salivary composition provide opportunities for easy and accessible examination of salivary content changes in a number of oral and general diseases. The analytical methods of mass spectrometry, matrix assisted laser desorption/ionization, enzyme linked …

Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) and oral potentially malignant disorders (OPMD) are significant health problems. Early diagnosis and screening for these diseases is a major clinical goal. Examination of signaling molecules in saliva as indicators in the diagnostic and screening processes is a new strategy, …

Introduction: The healing properties of sound are well-documented. Anxiety and phobia are frequent issues in dental offices, where patients are notably sensitive to touch, sound, and pain. Music therapy has proven to be an effective and non-invasive method for reducing anxiety and enhancing the outcomes …

More than 500 bacterial species are found in endodontic infections. There is great variety in the species composition, diversity and quantity of microorganisms. In the presence of endodontic infection, the pulp tissue becomes favorable for the survival of bacteria that reside both permanently and transiently …

Introduction: The dental environment often represents a stressful space for both patients and the team, with the office atmosphere, enhanced by musical decor, potentially reducing tension significantly. Music has a beneficial impact by improving the mood and efficiency of both patients and medical staff, facilitating …

Introduction: The dental environment often represents a stressful space for both patients and the team, with the office atmosphere, enhanced by musical decor, potentially reducing tension significantly. Materials and Methods: Between May 1, 2022, and January 31, 2024, a cross-sectional study was conducted in the …