Biomechanical performance of endocrown and core-crown restorations: A systematic review.

OBJECTIVE: To assess and compare, through a systematic review of the literature, the biomechanical performance of endocrowns and traditional core-crowns (with and without intracanal post) for the rehabilitation of endodontically treated teeth with severe coronal structure damage. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A systematic search was performed in MEDLINE/PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science databases. In-vitro studies comparing endocrowns with (post-)core-crown restorations were selected and screened by two independent reviewers. The included studies were submitted to the risk of bias analysis using the RoBDEMAT tool and the biomechanical outcomes were collected for qualitative analysis. The extracted data were presented based on comparative analyses among the included studies. RESULTS: Thirty-one studies were included: 9 studies evaluated restorations of molars, 14 for premolars, and 8 studies evaluated anterior restorations. For the majority of the studies, endocrowns showed either similar or greater survival rates under fatigue and monotonic load than (post-)core-crown restorations, irrespectively of the tooth. The endocrowns showed more favorable failure patterns than (post-)core-crowns, irrespectively of the tooth. Endocrowns produced lower stresses in the restorative material for molars and premolars and in the luting material for premolars than (post-)core-crown restorations. The included studies presented adequate information for most items of the RoBDEMAT risk of bias tool. CONCLUSION: Endocrowns showed similar or greater biomechanical performance than the traditional (post-)core-crown restorations in most of the evaluated studies. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: This systematic review showed that endocrowns present either similar or greater biomechanical performance than core-crown restorations for anterior and posterior endodontically treated teeth with severe structural damage.

Dimensional accuracy of provisional complete crown made by the 3D printing method / Acuidade dimensional de coroas totais provisórias confeccionadas pelo método de impressão 3D

Objective: This study evaluated the dimensional accuracy of provisional complete crowns printed with photopolymerizable resin using an LCD-type 3D printer through optical metrology, varying the printing angle and the number of complete crowns printed at once on a single-build platform. Material and Methods: The complete crowns were printed with temporary crown resin, A2 temporary (Wilcos do Brasil), divided into four groups with n=12: Group A - 3 complete crowns positioned at 150° on the x-axis; Group B - 4 complete crowns positioned at 150° on the x-axis; Group C - 3 complete crowns positioned at 180° on the x-axis; and Group D - 4 complete crowns positioned at 180° on the x-axis. Dimensional accuracy was assessed by overlaying images in the Gom Inspect measurement software, where the STL of each complete crown was aligned and compared to the master model. For statistical analysis, one-way ANOVA and Shapiro-Wilk tests were used. Results: No significant statistical difference was observed between the differentangles, or the number of complete crowns printed at once. Conclusion: Based on dimensional accuracy, the printing of provisional complete crowns with an LCD-type 3D printer shows no significant statistical difference with either the 150 or 180-degree angle variations, and there is also no difference when printing 3 or 4 complete crowns at once.(AU)

Objetivo: Este estudo avaliou a acuidade dimensional de coroas totais provisórias impressas com resina fotopolimerizável por uma impressora 3D tipo LCD por meio da metrologia optica, variando angulação de impressão e número de coroas impressas por vez em uma única plataforma de construção. Material e Métodos: As coroas foram impressas com resina para coroa provisória, A2 temporário (Wilcos do Brasil), divididas em quatro grupos com n=12: Grupo A - 3 coroas posicionadas a 150° no eixo x; Grupo B - 4 coroas posicionadas a 150° no eixo x; Grupo C - 3 coroas posicionadas a 180° no eixo x e Grupo D - 4 coroas posicionadas a 180° no eixo x. A acuidade dimensional foi feita com a sobreposição de imagens no programa de aferição Gom Inspect, em que o STL de cada coroa foi alinhado e comparado ao modelo mestre. Para análise estatística, foram utilizados os testes ANOVA um fator e Shapiro-Wilk. Resultados: Não foi verificada diferença estatística significativa entre as diferentes angulações ou quantitadade de coroas impressas em uma única vez. Conclusão: Com base na acuidade dimensional, a impressão de coroas provisórias com impressora 3D tipo LCD não apresenta diferença estatística significative com nenhuma das duas variações angulação de 150 ou 180 graus e não há diferença também ao fazer a impressão de 3 ou 4 coroas de uma única vez.(AU)

Relationship between the occlusal plane and three different levels of ala-tragus line in a sample of sudanese adults / Relación entre el plano oclusal y tres niveles diferentes de la línea ala-trago en una muestra de adultos sudaneses

Aim: Correct orientation of the occlusal plane plays a vital role in achieving the perfect occlusal balance and function of complete dentures. This study aimed to evaluate the most reliable posterior reference point of the ala-tragus line (ATL) concerning occlusal plane (OP) in a sample of the dentate Sudanese population. Materials and Methods: A total of 150 subjects with healthy and well-aligned permanent teeth were randomly selected. Right lateral profile photographs were taken with subjects having a fox plane placed intra-orally, contacting the occlusal plane. Reference points corresponding to inferior, middle, and superior borders of the tragus and inferior border of the ala of the nose were marked on photographs. The angles between the lines were measured using the Auto-CAD software program, and the most parallel relationship was determined. Descriptive statistics in terms of means and standard deviations were presented. Independent t-test and one-way ANOVA tests were used to compare as appropriate. A p-value < 0.05 was considered significant. Results: The mean angle formed by the OP and ATL was 8.5±3.69º for the superior level, 4.68±3.13º for the middle line, and 2.89±2.57º for the inferior line. A significant difference was found between the means of the three angles (p< 0.001), while no significant difference (p> 0.05) was found between both genders regarding the measured angles. Conclusions: The line joining the inferior border of the ala of the nose with the inferior border of the tragus of the ear was the most reliable line in terms of parallelism to determine the occlusal plane orientation.

Antecedentes: La orientación correcta del plano oclusal juega un papel vital para lograr el equilibrio oclusal perfecto y la función de las prótesis completas. Este estudio tuvo como objetivo evaluar el punto de referencia posterior más confiable de la línea ala-trago (ATL) con respecto al plano oclusal (OP) en una muestra de la población dentada de Sudán. Materiales y Métodos: Se seleccionaron aleatoriamente un total de 150 sujetos con dientes permanentes sanos y bien alineados. Se tomaron fotografías de perfil lateral derecho de sujetos a los que se les colocó un plano de zorro intraoralmente, en contacto con el plano oclusal. En las fotografías se marcaron los puntos de referencia correspondientes a los bordes inferior, medio y superior del trago y al borde inferior del ala de la nariz. Los ángulos entre las líneas se midieron utilizando el programa de software Auto-CAD y se determinó la relación más paralela. Se presentaron estadísticas descriptivas en términos de medias y desviaciones estándar. Se utilizaron prueba-t independiente y prueba ANOVA unidireccional para las comparaciones, según correspondiera. Se consideró significativo un valor de p<0,05. Resultados: El ángulo medio formado por OP y ATL fue de 8,5±3,69º para el nivel superior, 4,68±3,13º para la línea media y 2,89±2,57º para la línea inferior. Se encontró una diferencia significativa entre las medias de los tres ángulos (p< 0,001), mientras que no se encontró diferencia significativa (p>0,05) entre ambos sexos con respecto a los ángulos medidos. Conclusión: La línea que une el borde inferior del ala de la nariz con el borde inferior del trago de la oreja fue la línea más confiable en términos de paralelismo para determinar la orientación del plano oclusal.

Declarative knowledge in oral health: The case of the term 'centric occlusion'.

INTRODUCTION: The lack of academic agreement in the practical or clinical use of declarative knowledge can generate unnecessary confusion and miscommunication. The concept Centric Occlusion (CO) is part of the body of declarative knowledge in dentistry, but its definition remains unclear. OBJECTIVE: To ascertain the CO concept in articles published in dental journals as a study case for the dentistry "corpus" of declarative knowledge. METHODOLOGY: The alternative definitions of CO used by the GPT (Glossary of Prosthodontic Terms) from 1956-1977, 'CO as a synonym for maximum intercuspal contact (MIC)', or by the GPT from 1987-2017, 'CO may or may not coincide with MIC', were searched in the articles. The association between the CO definition used and variables such as article aims, journal scope and authors specialty was assessed. RESULTS: Eight hundred and twelve articles were analysed. The widespread use of CO as synonym of MIC was the main finding and was significantly associated to the Orthodontics field. The CO definition according to the GPT 1987-2017 was less frequently observed but appeared in all dentistry fields, showing a significant association with the Oral Rehabilitation field. The difficulty of incorporating the current definition of CO (by GPT) into the main clinical discussions was evidenced all the long of the review process. CONCLUSION: The lack of consensus in the concept use was confirmed by the present study case, showing the influence of specific fields in Oral Health declarative knowledge. This methodology can provide a tool to the academy to assess controversial terms or concepts in Oral Health education, thus facilitating the critical and reflexive learning by students.

Influência da angulação e espessura da camada de impressão na resistência à flexão, estabilidade dimensional e rugosidade de uma resina impressa / Influence of the angulation and thickness of the printing layer on the flexural strength, dimensional stability and roughness of a printed resin

Objetivo: Avaliar a influência da angulação e espessura da camada de impressão na resistência à flexão de três pontos (), estabilidade dimensional e rugosidade de uma resina provisória impressa. Metodologia: A partir da modelagem de uma barra (26 x 2,2 x 2,2mm) em software Meshmixer (Autodesk) e obtenção de arquivo STL, este foi exportado para o software da impressora 3D SLA (Forms2/Formlabs), onde 225 barras nas mesmas dimensões foram impressas com a resina Cosmos Temp, Yller (n=15) de acordo com os fatores "espessura da camada de impressão" (25µm;50µm;100µm) e "angulação" (0°; 30°; 45°; 60° e 90°). Após impressão, as amostras foram limpas com álcool isopropílico e encaminhadas ao pós-processamento em forno ultravioleta (Anycubic Wash e Cure Plus, Anycubic), por 15 minutos. As barras foram submetidas ao teste de  em máquina de ensaio universal (100KgF,1mm/min) e os dados (MPa) analisados com teste ANOVA 2 fatores, Tukey (5%) e análise de Weibull. Também foram realizadas as análises de rugosidade e estabilidade dimensional, cujos dados foram analisados pela ANOVA 2 fatores e Tukey (5%), além do MEV das superfícies. Resultados: Para a resistência à flexão, ANOVA 2 fatores revelou que o fator "Espessura da camada de impressão" (p<0,0001) foi estatisticamente significante, já o fator "Angulação" (p=0,8074) não apresentou significância estatística. Os grupos 30°/25µm (51,2±4,6AMPa), 60°/25µm (49,1±4,3ABMPa), 0°/25µm (48,6±6,6ABMPa), 90°/50µm (46,8±4,1ABCMPa) e 90°/25µm (46,2±4,9ABCMPa) apresentaram valores de  estatisticamente superiores aos grupos 0°/100µm (39,4±5,4DEFMPa), 60°/100µm (37,7±4,2DEFMPa), 90°/100µm (37,1±4,1EFMPa) e 30°/100µm (34,8±4,5FMPa), os quais foram semelhantes entre si. Para estabilidade dimensional, os grupos 0°/50µm (1746.9±61.80Aµm) e 0°/100µm (1704.7±84.30Aµm) apresentaram maiores alterações dimensionais, enquanto o grupo 90°/25µm (401.1±48.61Gµm) apresentou as menores alterações. Para rugosidade superficial, ANOVA relevou que os grupos 30°/100µm (0.90±0.10Aµm), 45°/100µm (0.79±0.07ABµm) e 60°/100µm (0.88±0.08Aµm) foram semelhantes entre si e apresentaram os maiores valores, enquanto a configuração 90°/100µm (0.23±0.08F) mostrou os menores valores. Conclusão: Quanto menor a espessura da camada de impressão, maior a resistência à flexão, independente da angulação escolhida. Adicionalmente, quanto menor a espessura da camada de impressão, maior foi a alteração dimensional, enquanto que objetos impressos verticalmente (90°) apresentam maior estabilidade dimensional. Para rugosidade superficial, quanto maior espessura da camada, maior rugosidade (AU).

Objective: To evaluate the influence of printing layer angulation and thickness on the three-point flexural strength (), dimensional stability and roughness of a printed provisional resin. Methodology: From the modeling of a bar (26 x 2.2 x 2.2mm) in Meshmixer software (Autodesk) and obtaining an STL file, it was exported to the SLA 3D printer software (Forms2/Formlabs), where 225 bars of the same dimensions were printed with Cosmos Temp resin, Yller (n=15) according to the factors "print layer thickness" (25µm;50µm;100µm) and "angulation" (0°; 30°; 45°; 60° e 90°). After printing, the samples were cleaned with isopropyl alcohol and sent to post-processing in an ultraviolet oven (Anycubic Wash and Cure Plus, Anycubic) for 15 minutes. The bars were submitted to the  test in a universal testing machine (100KgF,1mm/min) and the data (MPa) analyzed with 2-way ANOVA, Tukey (5%) and Weibull analysis. Roughness and dimensional stability analyzes were also performed, whose data were analyzed by 2- way ANOVA and Tukey (5%), in addition to the SEM of the surfaces. Results: For the flexural strength, 2-way ANOVA revealed that the factor "Print layer thickness" (p<0.0001) was statistically significant, while the factor "Angulation" (p=0.8074) did not show statistical significance. The 30°/25µm (51.2±4.6AMPa), 60°/25µm (49.1±4.3ABMPa), 0°/25µm (48.6±6.6ABMPa), 90°/50µm (46.8±4.1ABCMPa) and 90°/25µm (46.2±4.9ABCMPa) showed  values statistically higher than the 0°/100µm (39.4±5.4DEFMPa), 60°/100µm (37, 7±4.2DEFMPa), 90°/100µm (37.1±4.1EFMPa) and 30°/100µm (34.8±4.5FMPa), which were similar to each other. For dimensional stability, the 0°/50µm (1746.9±61.80Aµm) and 0°/100µm (1704.7±84.30Aµm) groups showed greater dimensional changes, while the 90°/25µm group (401.1±48.61Gµm) showed the smallest changes. For surface roughness, ANOVA revealed that the 30°/100µm (0.90±0.10Aµm), 45°/100µm (0.79±0.07ABµm) and 60°/100µm (0.88±0.08Aµm) groups were similar to each other and presented the highest values, while the 90°/100µm (0.23±0.08F) configuration showed the lowest values. Conclusion: The lower the printing layer thickness, the greater the flexural strength, regardless of the chosen angle. Additionally, the thinner the printing layer, the greater the dimensional change, while objects printed vertically (90°) have greater dimensional stability. For surface roughness, the greater the layer thickness, the greater the roughness (AU).

Correlation between vertical dimension of occlusion and different facial measurements among a sample of sudanese adults / Correlación entre la dimensión vertical de la oclusión y diferentes medidas faciales en una muestra de adultos sudaneses

Aim: This study aimed to evaluate the correlation between vertical dimension of occlusion (VDO) and various facial measurements in a sample of Sudanese adults. Material and Methods: A total of 113 dental students (33 males and 80 females) with a mean age of 21.7±1.26 years were enrolled in this study. Different facial measurements including (Eye-Mouth, Eye-Eye, Eye-Ear, and Ear Height) were compared with two different measurements of VDO: N-Gn (from the tip of the nose to the tip of the chin), and Sn-Me (from the base of the nose to the bottom of the chin). Pearson's correlation coefficient test was utilized for the correlation between the measured parameters. A p-value of less than 0.05 was considered significant for all analyses. Results: A significant positive correlation was shown between all measured facial distances and both measured VDO distances. Though, the strongest correlation was seen for the eye-mouth distance (r= 0.725, p<0.001), while the weakest was for ear height (r= 0.254, p= 0.007). A paired t-test revealed a significant longer N-Gn distance than Sn-Me distance. Also, it has been shown that there were no significant differences between right and left sides of the face. Conclusion: The distance measured from the outer canthus of the eye to the angle of the mouth can be used to predict Subnasale-Menton (Sn-Me) distance.

Objetivo: Este estudio tuvo como objetivo evaluar la correlación entre dimensión vertical oclusal (DVO) y varias medidas faciales en una muestra de adultos sudaneses. Material y Métodos: Un total de 113 estudiantes de odontología (33 hombres y 80 mujeres) con una edad media de 21,7 ± 1,26 años se inscribieron en este estudio. Se compararon diferentes medidas faciales que incluyen (ojo- boca, ojo-ojo, ojo-oído y altura de la oreja) con dos medidas diferentes de DVO: N-Gn (desde la punta de la nariz hasta la punta del mentón) y Sn -Yo (desde la base de la nariz hasta la parte inferior del mentón). Se utilizó la prueba del coeficiente de correlación de Pearson para la correlación entre los parámetros medidos. Un valor de p inferior a 0,05 se consideró significativo para todos los análisis. Resultados: Se mostró una correlación positiva significativa entre todas las distancias faciales medidas y ambas distancias DVO medidas. Sin embargo, la correlación más fuerte se observó para la distancia ojo-boca (r=0,725, p<0,001), mientras que la más débil fue para la altura de las orejas (r=0,254, p=0,007). Una prueba de t pareada reveló una distancia N-Gn significativamente más larga que la distancia subnasal-mentón. Además, se ha demostrado que no hubo diferencias significativas entre los lados derecho e izquierdo de la cara. Conclusión: La distancia medida desde el canto externo del ojo hasta el ángulo de la boca puede utilizarse para predecir la distancia subnasal-mentón.

Association between industry support and the reporting of study outcomes in randomized clinical trials of dental implant research from the past 20 years.

BACKGROUND: Industry support is a significant funding source in implant dentistry research, not only to provide regulatory processes, but also to validate and promote products through randomized clinical trials (RCTs). However, industry funding should not affect scientific outcomes. PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to investigate whether there is an association between industry support for RCTs in implant dentistry and a greater chance of the reporting of positive outcomes, and whether there are other funding tendencies. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Randomized clinical trials from five implant dentistry journals were reviewed. Data were extracted, and descriptive and inferential statistical analyses (α = 0.05), including bivariate and multivariable logistic regression, and Spearman's correlation were performed. RESULTS: Two hundred eleven RCTs were included. Industry-funded and -unfunded studies presented similar outcomes, in terms of positive and negative results (p ≥ 0.05). North American and European countries received more industry funding, as did high-income countries, which showed well-established collaboration with each other. Clinical Oral Implants Research and Clinical Implant Dentistry and Related Research published 83.6% of industry-funded articles. Industry-funded studies from middle-income countries established more international collaborations with high-income countries than did unfunded studies. Citation numbers were similar for funded and unfunded studies. The chance of RCTs being industry-funded was higher for high-income (odds ratio [OR] = 3.00; 95% confidence interval [CI], 0.99-9.32; p = 0.05) and North American articles (OR = 3.40; 95% CI, 1.37-8.42; p = 0.008) than in lower-middle-income and other continents, respectively. Higher industry funding was associated with specific topics such as "surgical procedures," "prosthodontics topics," and "implant macrodesign" (OR = 4.7; 95% CI, 1.45-15.20; p = 0.010) and with the increase in numbers of institutions (OR = 1.52; 95% CI, 1.16-2.0; p = 0.002). CONCLUSION: The available evidence suggests no association between industry funding and greater chances of the reporting of positive outcomes in implant dentistry RCTs. A strong association was identified in industry trends concerning geographic origins, higher numbers of institutions, and specific research topics.

Digital versus conventional workflow for the fabrication of physical casts for fixed prosthodontics: A systematic review of accuracy.

STATEMENT OF PROBLEM: A consensus on the accuracy of additively manufactured casts in comparison with those fabricated by using conventional techniques for fixed dental prostheses is lacking. PURPOSE: The purpose of this systematic review was to determine the accuracy of additively manufactured casts for tooth- or implant-supported fixed dental prostheses in comparison with that of gypsum casts. MATERIAL AND METHODS: This study adhered to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines and was registered with the International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews (PROSPERO) database (CDR42020161006). Eight databases were searched in December 2019 and updated in September 2020. Studies evaluating the dimensional accuracy of additively manufactured casts for fixed dental prostheses in comparison with that of gypsum casts were included. An adapted checklist for reporting in vitro studies (Checklist for Reporting In vitro Studies guidelines) was used to assess the risk of bias. RESULTS: Eight studies evaluating tooth-supported fixed dental prosthesis casts and 7 studies evaluating implant-supported fixed dental prosthesis casts were eligible for this review. Gypsum casts showed greater accuracy (trueness and precision) in most studies, although additively manufactured casts also yielded highly precise data. One study was associated with a low risk of bias, 9 with a moderate risk of bias, and 5 with a high risk of bias. CONCLUSIONS: In vitro studies showed that additively manufactured casts and gypsum casts share similar accuracy within the acceptable range for the fabrication of casts. The quality of scanned data, additive manufacture technology, printing settings, and postprocessing procedures plays an essential role in the accuracy of additively manufactured casts. Clinical studies are required to confirm these findings.

Fiberglass versus cast metal posts: a practical review based on mechanical properties / Pinos de fibra de vidro versus metal fundido: uma revisão prática baseada em propriedades mecânicas

The current review aimed to compare the mechanical properties and clinical behavior of fiberglass and cast metal posts. It included in-vitro studies, finite element analysis, clinical studies, and systematic reviews that evaluated fiberglass and metal posts with reliable methodologies. The reports in the literature diverge on tooth failure modes and stress distributions in the root according to different posts. Investigations suggest that fiberglass posts are preferable because their elastic modulus is similar to dentin. Other studies mention that the flexibility of fiber posts may damage the interface. The fracture load values of different studies could not be compared. The presence of a ferrule seems beneficial. Cast metal posts provide higher characteristic strength to the set but with more unfavorable failures. Intraradicular posts with a lower elastic modulus produce more stress between the cement layer and dentin. In conclusion, fiberglass and cast metal posts can be used with a ferrule. Cast metal posts seem more appropriate for weakened teeth. The presence of a ferrule benefits the system. Weakened teeth tolerate higher loads when restored with cast metal posts, but when these posts fail, the only solution is tooth extraction. Clinical follow-ups cannot yet detect differences between the survival rates of intraradicular fiberglass and cast metal posts (AU)

O objetivo da presente revisão foi comparar as propriedades mecânicas e o comportamento clínico de pinos de fibra de vidro e núcleos metálicos fundidos. Estudos laboratoriais, analise por elementos finitos, estudos clínicos e revisões sistemáticas que avaliaram pinos de fibra de vidro e metálicos, com metodologia confiável foram selecionados. A literatura mostra-se bastante controversa sobre os modos de falha do dente e a distribuição de tensões na raiz de acordo com diferentes tipos de pinos. Algumas investigações sugerem que pinos de fibra de vidro são preferíveis porque seu módulo de elasticidade é semelhante ao da dentina, enquanto outras mencionam que a flexibilidade do pino de fibra pode ser prejudicial à interface adesiva. Os valores de carga de fratura em diferentes estudos não podem ser comparados. A presença de férula é benéfica. O núcleo metálico fundido resulta em maior resistência característica do conjunto, mas falhas mais desfavoráveis. Também, pinos com menor módulo geram mais tensão entre a camada de cimento e a dentina. Em conclusão, verificou-se que tanto pino de fibra de vidro como núcleo metálico fundido podem ser utilizados quando a férula está presente. Os núcleos metálicos fundidos parecem ser mais indicados para dentes fragilizados. É evidente que a presença de férula é benéfica para o sistema. Dentes fragilizados toleram cargas maiores quando restaurados com núcleos metálicos fundidos; porém, quando falham, a única solução é a extração do dente. Os acompanhamentos clínicos ainda não são capazes de detectar diferença entre as taxas de sobrevivência dos pinos de fibra de vidro e núcleos metálicos (AU)

Manejo Protésico y Multidisciplinario de Prótesis Maxilofacial: serie de Casos / Prosthodontic and Multidisciplinary Management of Maxillofacial Prosthesis. a series of Cases

Objetivo: determinar los principios de los tratamientos multidisciplinarios. Materiales y métodos: ejemplificar el trabajo multidisciplinario con 4 casos clínicos, tratamiento de pacientes complejos. Resultados: La evaluación multidisciplinar, delimita la dirección, planificación y tratamiento con opiniones discutidas y orientadas para el bien del paciente, definiendo los aspectos complementados para la rehabilitación. Discusión: El manejo multidisciplinario de los pacientes de Rehabilitación Maxilofacial presenta una compleja evaluación con relación a la planificación, pronóstico y tratamiento, donde diversos especialistas confluyen en una sinergia de criterios clínicos para un mejor resultado. Los recursos limitados en el servicio público incentivan el lograr los mejores resultados tanto con la disponibilidad económica del paciente como del servicio, esta limitación implica igualmente una gran oportunidad de trabajo conjunto. Se establecen finalmente, criterios generales y principios de tratamientos integrales. Conclusión: Para el trabajo en equipo multidisciplinar io es fundamental mantener el objetivo de analizar y manejar en conjunto las distintas alternativas involucradas en los tratamientos de los casos, sean estas consideraciones Médicas, Odontológicas, Fonoaudiológicas, Psicólogas, Kinesiológicas, entre otras, para lograr el resultado funcional y estético deseado, satisfaciendo y tratando de recuperar a los pacientes de manera integral.

The objective of this study was to determine the principles of multidisciplinary treatments, and to exemplify multidisciplinary work with 4 clinical cases, treatment of complex patients. The multidisciplinary evaluation, delimits the direction, planning and treatment with discussed and oriented opinions for the benefit of the patient, defining the complemented aspects for the rehabilitation. The multidisciplinary management of patients in Maxillofacial Rehabilitation presents a complex evaluation in relation to planning, prognosis and treatment, where different specialists converge in a synergy of clinical criteria, for a better outcome. The limited resources in the public service encourage the achievement of the best results both with the economic availability of the patient and the service; this limitation also implies a great opportunity to work together. Finally, general criteria and principles of integral treatments are established. For the multidisciplinary team work it is fundamental to maintain the objective of analyzing and managing together the different alternatives involved in the treatment of the cases, medical and dental considerations, phonoaudiology, psychology, kinesiology, among others, to achieve the desired functional and aesthetic result, satisfying and trying to recover the patients integrally.

Rehabilitación protésica en odontopediatría y sus efectos en la modificación conductual de un niño / Prosthetic rehabilitation in pediatric dentistry and its effects on the behavioral modification of a child

La caries de la temprana infancia puede afectar severamente la dentición primaria que requiere tratamientos complejos y en ocasiones la extracción del diente afectado. Se presenta informe de caso sobre la rehabilitación dental integral de un paciente de 6 años, la evolución de su comportamiento y la mejora en su calidad de vida, autoestima e interacción social. El plan de tratamiento incluyó una fase de adaptación a la consulta odontológica, eliminación de caries, restauración dental, exodoncias y elaboración de dos prótesis removibles. Al inicio del tratamiento presentó temor y rechazo al tratamiento, pero con el avance del proceso rehabilitador odontológico y la evidencia de los resultados, el comportamiento del niño fue de aceptación y colaboración. Su evolución positiva de comportamiento se presentó también en sus relaciones sociales, aumentó la interacción con otras personas y su participación en juegos con otros niños. La rehabilitación protésica contribuyó a recuperar las funciones de masticación y fonación. La renovación de la estética dental produjo un significativo cambio de conducta, mejora en su autoestima con un impacto psicológico positivo en su calidad de vida

Early childhood caries can severely affect the primary dentition requiring complex treatments and sometimes the extraction of the affected tooth. A case report is presented on the comprehensive dental rehabilitation of a 6-year-old patient, the evolution of his behavior and the improvement in his quality of life, self-esteem and social interaction. The treatment plan included a phase of adaptation to the dental consultation, elimination of cavities, dental restoration, extractions and elaboration of two removable prostheses. At the beginning of the treatment, he presented fear and rejection of the treatment, but with the progress of the dental rehabilitation process and the evidence of the results, the child's behavior was one of acceptance and collaboration. Their positive behavior evolution was also present in their social relationships, increased interaction with other people and their participation in games with other children. Prosthetic rehabilitation contributed to recovering the functions of chewing and phonation. The renovation of dental aesthetics produced a significant change in behavior, an improvement in their self-esteem with a positive psychological impact on their quality of life

Métodos de Registro de Dimensión Vertical Oclusal en Pacientes Dentados: revisión Sistemática / Registration methods of occlusal vertical dimension in dentate patients: systematic review

La Dimensión Vertical Oclusal, es la distancia entre un punto anatómico fijo en el maxilar y otro sobre la parte móvil de la mandíbula cuando los órganos dentarios están en contacto oclusal. La obtención de este registro determina el espacio vertical necesario para la rehabilitación de los pacientes. En la actualidad existen distintos métodos para el registro de la Dimensión Vertical Oclusal, en este estudio se analizaron: Métodos fisiológicos y métodos mecánicos. El objetivo fue realizar una revisión sistemática, sobre los métodos de registro, para determinar la Dimensión Vertical Oclusal en pacientes dentados. Se recopiló información científica desde Mayo 2019 hasta Julio 2020 en diferentes bases de datos electrónicas, encontrando un tota l de 13948 artículos, después de eliminar artículos repetidos, por título, por resumen y por metodología PICO se seleccionaron un total de 24 artículos para su análisis y clasificación. Más de un autor menciona que no existe un método unirversalmente aceptado o exacto para determinar la Dimensión Vertical Oclusal. Se sugiere la combinación de varios métodos de registro de Dimensión Vertical Oclusal, se debe de considerar la manera más adecuada para lograr un registro más acertado.

Occlusal Vertical Dimension is the distance between an anatomical point in the maxilla and another on the mobile part of the mandible when the teeth are in occlusal contact. Obtaining this record determines the vertical space necessary for the rehabilitation of patients. Nowadays there are different methods for the record of the Occlusal Vertical Dimension, in this study the following were analyzed: physiological methods and mechanical methods. The objective was to do a systematic review of the registration methods to determine the Occlusal Vertical Dimension in dentate patients. Scientific information was collected from May 2019 to July 2020 in different electronic databases, finding a total of 13,948 articles, after eliminating repeated articles, by title, by abstract and by PICO methodology, a total of 24 articles were selected for analysis and classification. More than one author mentions that there is no universally accepted or exact method for determining Occlusal Vertical Dimension. A combination of several methods of Occlusal Vertical Dimension registration is suggested; it should be considered the most appropriate way to achieve a more accurate registration.

Prosthodontic practice during the COVID-19 pandemic: prevention and implications.

The objective of this review is to identify preventive measures for COVID-19 to safeguard dental professionals providing prosthodontic dental care. Electronic searches were performed in PubMed, Scopus, and Cochrane databases using the following descriptors and/or words: "COVID-19," "SARS-CoV-2," "Dental practice," "Prosthodontics," and "Dental infection control." Prosthodontists are at high risk for exposure to the novel coronavirus through aerosols and possibly contaminated surfaces and indirect contact with dental laboratories and dental technicians through impressions, dental stone casts, and fixed and removable prosthetic appliances. Therefore, preventive measures should be implemented, including performing emergency treatments only, rescheduling patients with suspected disease, disinfecting surfaces and prosthodontic materials with biocidal substances, and using protective equipment such as N95 masks, disposable gowns, and face-shields.

Incidence of Fracture in Single Ceramic Crowns in Patients with Chronic Tooth Wear: a Clinical Follow-up / Incidencia de Fractura en Coronas Cerámicas Únicas en Pacientes con Desgaste Dental Crónico: un Seguimiento Clínico

The aim of this study was to identify the incidence of fractures in single crowns placed in individuals with chronic tooth wear. The sample selection was performed based on the evaluation of 218 patient records rehabilitated with single crowns placed by the same professional from a private clinic. After exclusion criteria, 43 individuals (18 males and 25 females) were included and a total of 112 single crowns distributed in both jaws. Three ceramic systems were evaluated: 34 feldspathic all-ceramic, 38 metal-ceramic with a core in gold electropositive alloy, and 40 In-Ceram Alumina. The intraoral photograph analysis adopted a diagnosis method of tooth wear according to the morphological variations of the teeth. Of the 112 crowns evaluated, 47 were placed in male and 65 in female patients, aged between 21 to 74 years (mean 27.5 years old). The variables gender (p = 0.83), presence of chronic tooth wear (p = 0.91), ceramic system (p = 0.24) and crown location (p = 0.86) did not present a statistically difference. However, the variables pulp vitality (p = 0.04) and survi val time (p = 0.01) presented a statistically significant difference. The evaluated ceramic systems can be considered as alternativ es of restorative material, even in individuals with clinical characteristics suggestive of chronic tooth wear.

El objetivo de este estudio fue identificar la incidencia de fracturas en coronas individuales colocadas en individuos con desgaste dental crónico. La selección de la muestra se realizó en base a la evaluación de 218 registros de pacientes rehabilitados con coronas individuales colocadas entre 1999 y 2009 por el mismo profesional de una clínica privada. Después de analizar los criterios de exclusión, se incluyeron 43 individuos (18 hombres y 25 mujeres) y un total de 112 coronas individuales distribuidas en ambas mandíbulas. Este estudio evaluó coronas hechas de tres sistemas cerámicos: 34 de cerámica totalmente feldespática, 38 de cerámica de metal con un núcleo de aleación electropositiva de oro y 40 de alúmina enceram. El análisis de la fotografía intraoral adoptó un método de diagnóstico del desgaste dental de acuerdo con las variaciones morfológicas de los dientes. De las 112 coronas evaluadas, 47 se colocaron en hombres y 65 en mujeres, con edades comprendidas entre 21 y 74 años (media de 27,5 años). Con respecto a las coronas individuales, las variables género (p = 0,83), presencia de desgaste dental crónico (p = 0,91), sistema cerámico (p = 0,24) y ubicación de la corona (p = 0,86) no presentaron una diferencia estadísticamente significativa. Sin embargo, las variables vitalidad pulpar (p = 0.04) y tiempo de supervivencia (p = 0.01) presentaron una diferencia estadísticamente significativa. Los sistemas cerámicos evaluados pueden considerarse como alternativas de material restaurador, incluso en individuos con características clínicas que sugieren desgaste dental crónico.

Development and validation of an instrument to assess adherence to occupational health protocols in dentistry.

OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this study was the creation and validation of an instrument to evaluate adherence to occupational health protocols used in dentistry that arise from official regulations and international recommendations on infection control, biosafety, and occupational health in dentistry. Additionally, in May 2017 the effectiveness of the instrument was documented within the dental care clinics in the postgraduate area. METHODS: The instrument was developed based on constructs of occupational health, infection control, and biosafety in dentistry, made up of 21 indicators of 5 dimensions called protocols. Using direct observation through 35 measurements during 1 week, adherence to occupational health protocols was evaluated in postgraduate residents within the clinical sections of endodontics/pediatric dentistry, periodontics, prosthodontics, and orthodontics. RESULTS: The instrument presents an index of 0.88 in Cronbach's alpha analysis. There is a 34.4% adherence within the postgraduate dental clinic to the proposed occupational health protocols. The protocol with the highest adherence at 41.1% was the personal protection protocol. The periodontics section had a 52.9% observance of the proposed protocols and had the highest adherence to occupational health protocols. CONCLUSIONS: The proposed instrument is valid and reliable to evaluate adherence to the proposed occupational health protocols within dental care clinics. Dental clinics must be inspected and evaluated to ensure adherence to infection control, biosafety, and occupational health protocols within routine dental practice.

Rehabilitación protésica en paciente pediátrico con displasia ectodérmica / Reabilitação protética em paciente pediátrico com displasia ectodérmica / Prosthetic rehabilitation in pediatric patient with ectodermal dysplasia

La displasia ectodérmica es un trastorno congénito caracterizado por el desarrollo anormal de dos o más derivados de ectodermo, como el cabello, glándulas sudoríparas, uñas y dientes. Los tipos más comunes son la Hipohidrótica/ Anhidrótica y la Hidrótica. El objetivo del reporte decaso es mostrar las características de un paciente con displasia ectodérmica anhidrótica, el tratamiento odontológico realizado y los resultados logrados. Reporte de caso: Paciente masculino de 5 años con Displasia Ectodérmica Anhidrótica acude en compañía de su madre a la clínica de especialidad de Odontopediatría de la ENES UNAM León, quien reporta como motivo de consulta: "que le coloquen dientes". En la exploración extraoral se observa cabello escaso y fino, ausencia de cejas y pestañas, proquelia, tercio inferior disminuido, en la evaluación intraoralse observa oligodoncia con presencia de dientes cónicos en 52 y 62, en la ortopantomografía se observa en proceso de erupción los dientes 11 y 21. Diagnóstico bucal: Oligodoncia, dientes cónicos, retardo de la erupción, reborde alveolar atrófico-estrecho y disminución de la dimensión vertical. Tratamiento:Rehabilitación de coronas de disilicato de litio en los dientes 52 y 62, prótesis parcial removible con tornillo de expansión en el maxilar superior y, en la mandíbula, prótesis total con tornillo de expansión. Se generó una mejor función masticatoria, fonación, peristaltismo lingual y mayor autoestima del paciente. Conclusiones: La rehabilitación temprana en pacientes con Displasia Ectodérmica y su tratamiento integral, promueve el crecimiento de las estructuras bucales, función, estética y autoestima del paciente

A displasia ectodérmica é um distúrbio congênito caracterizado pelo desenvolvimento anormal de dois ou mais derivados do ectoderma, como cabelos, glândulas sudoríparas, unhas e dentes. Os tipos mais comuns são Hipohidrótico / Anidrótico e Hidrótico. O objetivo do relato de caso é mostrar as características de um paciente com Displasia Ectodérmica anidrótica, bem como o tratamento odontológico realizado e os resultados alcançados. Relato de caso: Paciente do sexo masculino, 5 anos, portador de Displasia Ectodérmica Anidrótica, vai com sua mãe à Clínica de Odontopediatria da ENES UNAM León, quem relata como motivo da consulta "Colocar os dentes". No exame extra-oral, são observados cabelos finos e esparsos, ausência de sobrancelhas e cílios, terço inferior diminuído, no exame intraoral, oligodontia com presença de dentes cônicos 52 e 62, na radiografia panorâmica mostra os dentes 11 e 21. Diagnóstico odontológico: Oligodontia, dentes cônicos, erupção tardia, rebordo alveolar atrófico estreito e diminuição da dimensão vertical. Tratamento:Reabilitação de coroas de dissilicato de lítio nos dentes 52 e 62, prótese parcial removível com parafuso de expansão na maxilar superior e prótese total com parafuso de expansão na mandíbula. Geraram melhor função mastigatória, fonação, peristaltismo lingual e maior autoestima do paciente. Conclusões: A reabilitação precoce em pacientes com displasia ectodérmica e seu tratamento abrangente promove o crescimento das estruturas orais, função, estética e auto-estima do paciente

Ectodermal dysplasia is a congenital disorder characterized by the abnormal development of two or more ectoderm derivatives, such as hair, sweat glands, nails and teeth. The most common types are Hypohydrotic / Anhydrotic and Hydrotic. The objective of the case report is to show the characteristics of a patient with Ectodermal Anhydrotic Dysplasia, as well as the dental treatment performed and the results achieved. Case Report:A 5-year-old male patient with ectodermal anhydrotic dysplasia attends with his mother to the Pediatric dentistry clinic at ENES UNAM León, who reports as a reason for consultation "of having teeth placed". In the extraoral exam, there is an evident lack of eyebrows and eyelashes, thin hair, prochelia and decreased lower facial third is observed. Within

Fracture resistance and strain analysis of zirconia copings with vertical knife edge and three horizontal finish line designs; chamfer, deep chamfer and shoulder with two cementation techniques / Resistência à fratura e análise de deformação de copings de zircônia com término cervical em lâmina de faca e três términos horizontais; chanfro, chanfro largo e ombro com duas técnicas de cimentação

Objective: The purpose of this in vitro study is to evaluate the effect of four finish line configurations and two cement types on the fracture resistance of zirconia copings. Material and Methods: Forty yttrium tetragonal zirconia polycrystals copings were manufactured on epoxy resin dies with four preparation designs: knife edge, chamfer, deep chamfer 0.5, 1 mm and shoulder 1 mm. The copings were cemented with two cement types (glass ionomer and resin cement); (n = 5). Two strain gauges were attached on each coping before they were vertically loaded till fracture with a universal testing machine. Data were analyzed by 2-way analysis of variance ANOVA (p < .05). Fractured specimens were examined for mode of failure with digital microscope. Results: Knife edge showed the highest mean fracture resistance (987.04 ± 94.18) followed by Chamfer (883.28 ± 205.42) followed by Shoulder (828.64 ± 227.79) and finally Deep chamfer finish line (767.66 ± 207.09) with no statistically significant difference. Resin cemented copings had higher mean Fracture resistance (911.76 ± 167.95) than glass ionomer cemented copings (821.55 ± 224.24) with no statistically significant difference. Knife edge had the highest strain mean values on the buccal (374.04 ± 195.43) and lingual (235.80 ± 103.46) surface. Shoulder finish line showed the lowest mean strain values on the buccal (127.47 ± 40.32) and lingual (68.35 ± 80.68) with no statistically significant difference. Resin cemented copings had higher buccal (295.05 ± 167.92) and lingual (197.38 ± 99.85) mean strain values than glass ionomer copings (149.14 ± 60.94) and (90.27 ± 55.62) with no statistically significant difference. Conclusion: Vertical knife edge finish line is a promising alternative and either adhesive or conventional cementation can be used with zirconia copings (AU)

Objetivo: O objetivo deste estudo in vitro é avaliar o efeito de quatro configurações de términos cervicais e dois tipos de cimentos na resistência à fratura de copings de zircônia. Material e Métodos: Quarenta copings de zircônia tetragonal policristalina estabilizada por ítrio foram confeccionados em matrizes de resina epóxi com quatro tipos de términos cervicais: lâmina de faca, chanfro, chanfro largo 0,5, 1 mm e ombro 1 mm. Os copings foram cimentados com dois tipos de cimento (ionômero de vidro e cimento resinoso); (n = 5). Dois extensômetros foram fixados em cada coping antes de serem carregados verticalmente até a fratura com uma máquina de teste universal. Os dados foram analisados por análise de variância ANOVA 2 fatores (p < 0,05). Os espécimes fraturados foram examinados quanto ao modo de falha com microscópio digital. Resultados: A Lâmina de faca apresentou a maior média de resistência à fratura (987,04 ± 94,18) seguida pelo Chanfro (883,28 ± 205,42), pelo Ombro (828,64 ± 227,79) e finalmente o Chanfro largo (767,66 ± 207,09), sem diferença estatisticamente significativa. Os copings cimentados com cimento resinoso apresentaram maior média de resistência à fratura (911,76 ± 167,95) em relação aos copings cimentados com ionômero de vidro (821,55 ± 224,24), sem diferença estatisticamente significativa. A lâmina de faca apresentou os maiores valores médios de deformação na superfície vestibular (374,04 ± 195,43) e lingual (235,80 ± 103,46). O término em ombro apresentou os menores valores médios de deformação na superfície vestibular (127,47 ± 40,32) e lingual (68,35 ± 80,68), sem diferença estatisticamente significativa. Os copings cimentados com resina apresentaram maiores valores médios de deformação na superfície vestibular (295,05 ± 167,92) e lingual (197,38 ± 99,85) do que os copings cimentados com ionômero de vidro (149,14 ± 60,94) e (90,27 ± 55,62), sem diferença estatisticamente significativa. Conclusão: O término cervical em lâmina de faca é uma alternativa promissora e a cimentação adesiva ou convencional pode ser usada na cimentação de copings de zircônia. (AU)

Prosthodontic practice during the COVID-19 pandemic: prevention and implications

Abstract: The objective of this review is to identify preventive measures for COVID-19 to safeguard dental professionals providing prosthodontic dental care. Electronic searches were performed in PubMed, Scopus, and Cochrane databases using the following descriptors and/or words: "COVID-19," "SARS-CoV-2," "Dental practice," "Prosthodontics," and "Dental infection control." Prosthodontists are at high risk for exposure to the novel coronavirus through aerosols and possibly contaminated surfaces and indirect contact with dental laboratories and dental technicians through impressions, dental stone casts, and fixed and removable prosthetic appliances. Therefore, preventive measures should be implemented, including performing emergency treatments only, rescheduling patients with suspected disease, disinfecting surfaces and prosthodontic materials with biocidal substances, and using protective equipment such as N95 masks, disposable gowns, and face-shields.

Flexural strength of polyether ether ketone high-performance polyether in comparison with base metal alloy and zirconia ceramic / Resistencia a la flexión del poliéter éter cetona poliéter de alto rendimiento en comparación con la aleación de metal base y la cerámica de circonio

Optimal flexural strength is a critical prerequisite for prosthetic frameworks. This study aimed to assess the flexural strength of polyether ether ketone (PEEK) polymer compared to a base metal alloy and high-strength Zirconia ceramic commonly used in prosthodontic treatments. Materials and Methods: In this in vitro, experimental study, 10 bar-shaped samples measuring 18×5×2mm were fabricated of each the PEEK polymer, nickel-chromium base metal alloy and zirconia ceramic. Half of the samples in each group were subjected to 5000 thermal cycles between 5°C - 55°C with 20 seconds of dwell time and 20 seconds of transfer time to simulate oral conditions. All samples then underwent three-point bending test. Two-way ANOVA followed by Tukey's test were applied to compare the mean flexural strength of the groups with and without thermocycling at 0.05 level of significance. Results: The flexural strength of base metal alloy, Zirconia and PEEK was 1387.70±45.50 MPa, 895.13±13.99 MPa and 192.10±5.37 MPa, respectively. The difference was significant among the groups (p<0.001). Thermocycling had no significant effect on the flexural strength of samples in any group (p=0.306). Conclusion: PEEK high-performance polymer had a lower flexural strength than base metal alloy and Zirconia ceramic, and its flexural strength was not affected by thermocycling. PEEK seems to be able to resist masticatory forces in the oral cavity pending further in vitro and clinical studies.

La resistencia a la flexión óptima es un requisito previo crítico para los marcos protésicos. Este estudio tuvo como objetivo evaluar la resistencia a la flexión del polímero de poliéter éter cetona (PEEK) en comparación con una aleación de metal base y cerámica de Zirconia de alta resistencia comúnmente utilizada en tratamientos de prostodoncia. Materiales and Métodos: En este estudio experimentalin vitro, se fabricaron 10 muestras en forma de barra de 18 × 5 × 2mm de cada polímero PEEK, aleación de metal base de níquel-cromo y cerámica de circonio. La mitad de las muestras en cada grupo fueron sometidas a 5000 ciclos térmicos entre 5°C - 55°C con 20 segundos de tiempo de permanencia y 20 segundos de tiempo de transferencia para simular condiciones orales. Todas las muestras se sometieron a una prueba de flexión de tres puntos. Se aplicó ANOVA bidireccional seguido de la prueba de Tukey para comparar la resistencia a la flexión media de los grupos con y sin termociclado a un nivel de significancia de 0.05. Resultados: La resistencia a la flexión de la aleación de metal base, Zirconia y PEEK fue de 1387,70 ± 45,50 MPa; 895,13 ± 13,99 MPa y 192.10 ± 5,37 MPa, respectivamente. La diferencia fue significativa entre los grupos (p<0,001). El termociclado no tuvo un efecto significativo sobre la resistencia a la flexión de las muestras en ningún grupo (p=0,306).Conclusión:El polímero de alto rendimiento PEEK tiene una resistencia a la flexión más baja que la aleación de metal base y la cerámica de circonio, y su resistencia a la flexión no se vio afectada por el termociclado. PEEK parece ser capaz de resistir las fuerzas masticatorias en la cavidad oral, con la necesidad de más estudios in vitroy clínicos.