Articles and Reviews
Welcome to DentalTV’s Articles and Reviews—where staying informed on the latest scientific articles empowers you to be more efficient and remain ahead of the curve.
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AI vs. Human Design for Zirconia Dental Crowns
This research paper investigates the accuracy and clinical applicability of zirconia dental crowns designed using artificial intelligence (AI) compared to those designed by human dental technicians using digital software. The study involved in vitro testing on dental models and in vivo evaluation...
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A Guide to Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses in Dentistry
The provided document from the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry serves as a guide for conducting and publishing high-quality systematic reviews and meta-analyses specifically within the field of dentistry. It emphasizes the importance of a structured methodology covering key steps su...
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Gender's Influence on Endodontic Student Learning and Career Choice
This paper reviews existing research on how gender impacts dental students in endodontics, specifically focusing on learning, stress, confidence, preparedness, and career choices. The analysis of multiple studies reveals that female students often underestimate their abilities and experience high...
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Royal Jelly for Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw A Rat Study
This 2025 study in the Journal of Oral Pathology & Medicine investigated royal jelly's effectiveness in treating and preventing medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) in a rat model. Researchers compared groups receiving bisphosphonates (to induce MRONJ) with those given royal jelly ...
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Oral Rinse Metabolomics Distinguishes Severe Periodontitis
This research article explores the use of oral rinse samples to identify metabolic profiles that can distinguish between individuals with severe periodontitis and those without the condition. The study utilized LC–MS/MS analysis to detect a substantial number of metabolites in oral rinses, succes...
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AI for Periapical Lesion Detection on Panoramic Radiographs
This 2025 article in Diagnostics investigates the effectiveness of a deep learning-based artificial intelligence system, Diagnocat (DC), in detecting periapical lesions (PL) on panoramic dental radiographs. The study compared DC's performance against a human-established ground truth, assessing it...
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How 2001: A Space Odyssey predicted today's AI-driven world
In this episode Alessandro discusses the ethical and practical challenges of artificial intelligence (AI) inspired by Stanley Kubrick's 1968 film, 2001 A Space Odyssey, with his friend Emma. The conversation touches on AI's integration into daily life, the ethical dilemmas it presents, and its em...
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Oral Health and General Health Related Quality of Life Correlation
This original research article presents a systematic review and meta-analysis investigating the correlation between oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) and general health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in adults. The authors synthesized findings from ten studies encompassing over 6,000 ...
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AI in Dental Student Assessment Educators' Perspectives
This journal pre-proof article, "Artificial Intelligence: Friend or Foe in the Assessment of Dental Students?", reports on a mixed-methods study investigating dental educators' perceptions of AI in student assessment. The research, conducted via an online poll at a European dental educators' conf...
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AI Chatbot Responses to Restorative Dentistry Questions
This research paper evaluated the performance of six different large language models (LLMs), including various versions of ChatGPT, Chatsonic, Copilot, and Gemini Advanced, in the field of restorative dentistry. The study assessed these AI chatbots for their accuracy in answering knowledge-based ...
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DeepSeek Advancing Oral Lesion Diagnosis with Language Models
This paper from the Journal of Dental Sciences evaluates the diagnostic capabilities of the large language model DeepSeek-R1 for oral lesions. Researchers compared DeepSeek-R1's accuracy on text-based case descriptions from the New England Journal of Medicine against ChatGPT-4o and the journal re...
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Esthetics in function Integrating Occlusal Principles Into Smile Design
Join us as we delve into Marcelo Calamita's 2023 book, 'Aesthetics in Function, Integrating Occlusal Principles into Smile Design.' This comprehensive, 648-page guide bridges the gap between aesthetics and function in dentistry. With 50% of the book dedicated to treatment planning, it offers prot...
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Revolutionizing Dental Practices: The Impact of Cement Film Thickness
A study reveals the critical role of cement film thickness in indirect restorations, showing that thinner layers ensure a better fit and reduce complications like open margins. Testing 21 resin composites, the research uncovers significant variations in film thickness, challenging previous assump...
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Postextraction Socket Management and Implant Therapy
This consensus statement, arising from a conference organized by the Giuseppe Cardaropoli Foundation, focuses on treatment options for managing post-extraction sockets in the aesthetic zone in conjunction with implant therapy. The report details a classification system for extraction sockets, con...
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Dental Photography Standards for Accurate Diagnosis and Treatment
Standardized dental photography protocols are crucial for consistency and accuracy in diagnosis and treatment. These protocols enable detailed documentation, enhance communication among clinicians and patients, and serve as legal records. Digital photography and smartphone integration have advanc...
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Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry Emerging Applications and Future Prospects
This document is a journal pre-proof article exploring the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) within the field of dentistry. The authors, a team of dental professionals primarily from Harvard School of Dental Medicine, review AI's applications across dental education, patient care, and p...
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Dental Photography Standards for Accurate Diagnosis and Treatment
Standardized dental photography protocols are crucial for consistency and accuracy in diagnosis and treatment. These protocols enable detailed documentation, enhance communication among clinicians and patients, and serve as legal records. Digital photography and smartphone integration have advanc...
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Periodontal Disease Treatment Cost-Effectiveness in Switzerland A Simulation
The research paper examines the potential cost savings within the Swiss healthcare system by analyzing the impact of professional periodontal care. Using a computer simulation, the study models the direct and indirect costs associated with preventing and treating gum disease and its related compl...
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Early Vertical Root Fractures Characteristics and Microcrack Evidence
This research investigates the nature of vertical root fractures (VRFs) at their initial stages to determine if they originate from dentinal microcracks. The study collected teeth with early VRFs and analyzed them using in vitro observation and micro-CT scanning, focusing on fracture characterist...
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Addressing Mental Health in Dentistry: A Critical Crisis
This research article investigates stress, wellbeing, and burnout among dental professionals in the UK, specifically comparing those working in NHS versus private practices. The study used questionnaires to gather data from dental nurses, hygienists, and therapists, examining factors such as stre...
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Generative AI Integration in University Education Guidelines and Framework
The article outlines the development of evidence-based guidelines for integrating generative AI (GenAI) into university education at European University Cyprus (EUC). It details the process, involving a multidisciplinary task group, literature reviews, and consultations, to create a framework tha...
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Root Caries Risk in Elderly Chinese A Nomogram Model
A research paper explores the development of a nomogram to predict root caries risk in elderly Chinese individuals. The study identifies key risk factors like age, coronal caries history, denture use, and root exposure through questionnaires and oral examinations. The nomogram demonstrates good p...
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Optical Coherence Tomography for Caries Detection A Systematic Review
This systematic review assesses the effectiveness of Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) in detecting and monitoring dental caries. The study analyzes several research papers that used OCT to diagnose caries in enamel and dentin, comparing its accuracy to traditional methods like radiography and v...