Assessment of Surgical and Radiographic Parameters for Abutment Height Selection: A Prospective Study with 1-Year Follow-up.

PURPOSE: The "one-abutment, one-time" concept entails the placement of a definitive abutment at the time of implant placement, without removal during prosthesis manufacture, with the aim to promote a safer environment for the peri-implant tissues. Identifying surgical and radiographic parameters that can assist with the abutment height selection would facilitate the adoption of the one-abutment, one-time concept. Therefore, the aim of this study was to assess the role of surgical and radiographic parameters as predictive factors for abutment height selection in implant-retained single crowns. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This prospective study assessed the role of surgical and radiographic measurements in the implant survival and success rates and marginal bone loss in implant-retained single crowns. Implants were placed in both healed sites and extraction sockets, and the distances between the implant platform and alveolar bone crest, implant platform and gingival margin, and buccal gap (when present) were recorded using a straight periodontal probe. Digital radiographs were made at implant placement (T0), abutment height selection (Ta), and 1-year follow-up (Tf), and the distance between the implant platform and the alveolar bone crest (mm) was assessed. Linear regression models and Pearson correlation were used to assess the influence of primary and secondary outcomes on abutment height. RESULTS: A total of 130 implants were placed in 68 patients. The mean surgical distance between the bone crest and the implant platform was 1.71 ± 1.01 mm, and the mean distance from the gingival margin to the implant platform was 3.94 ± 1.90 mm, while at the abutment selection appointment, the mean transmucosal height was 3.58 ± 1.50 mm. A high linear correlation was found between the selected abutment height and two primary outcomes: the radiographic implant platform to alveolar bone crest distance at T0 (r2 = 0.66; P < .001) and the transmucosal height at Ta (r2 = 0.81; P < .001). CONCLUSION: Radiographic measurements of the distance between the implant platform and the alveolar bone crest at implant placement can serve as an important parameter to select the abutment height for definitive restorations.

Influence of low-level laser therapy on implant stability in implants placed in healed sites: a randomized controlled trial.

BACKGROUND: The present study aims to assess the influence of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) on stability in implants placed in healed sites. MATERIAL AND METHODS: The present study followed the SPIRIT statement and is reported according to CONSORT. Patients were randomly allocated to LLLT or control groups. LLLT consisted in the application of 808-nm GaAlA laser applied before the preparation of the implant bed and after suturing (80 seconds; 11J/cm2). Implant stability quotient (ISQ) and the distance between the implant platform to the alveolar bone crest (millimeters) were assessed at implant placement (T0) and the abutment selection phase (4-6 months, Ta). RESULTS: A total of 64 implants were placed in 33 patients. The insertion torque ranged from 10 to 70 N.cm (mean 43.23; SD ±16.82). The T0 ISQ ranged from 18 to 95.5 (mean 61.7; SD ±18.23) and the crestal bone radiographic distance was 2.03 mm (SD±1.27). At Ta, the ISQ ranged from 39 to 90 (mean 64.2; SD±9.84), and the mean crestal bone radiographic loss was 1.70mm (SD±1.65). However, no differences were observed when LLLT and control groups were compared with ISQ difference (Ta-T0; p=0.598) or radiographical peri-implant alterations (p=0.531). CONCLUSION: LLLT did not influence the implant stability in implants placed in healed sites compared to a control group. TRIAL REGISTRATION: ReBEC, RBR-35TNJ7 . Registered May 23, 2018.

Photobiomodulation therapy reduces postoperative pain after third molar extractions: A randomized clinical trial / La terapia de fotobiomodulación reduce el dolor posoperatorio después de extracciones de terceros molares: un ensayo clínico aleatorizado

Background: To assess the efficacy of PBMT on reducing postoperative pain scores in patients submitted to thirdmolar extractions.Material and Methods: A randomized controlled trial (ReBEC:RBR-94BCKZ) was designed according to theSPIRIT and followed the CONSORT. Patients were randomly allocated according to control or PBMT groups.PBMT consisted of the application of GaAlAs laser (808nm;50mW) applied in six points (1.23 min;11 J/cm2) afterextraction. Pain scores were assessed using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) in millimeters evaluated after 6(T6), 24 (T24), and 48 (T48) hours. The Wilcoxon Mann–Whitney test was used to check for possible associationsbetween VAS scores and treatment groups.Results: A total of 101 third molar extractions were performed in 44 patients. The mean age was 28 yearsold(SD±11.54). Comparing control and intervention, PBMT group showed a significant effect on the reductionof postoperative pain at T6(mean VAS=0.9; C.I:0.63–1.16) compared to control (mean VAS=2.5;C.I:2.1–2.88)(p<0.001). The same statistically significant effect on the reduction of postoperative pain was observed at T24(PBMT mean VAS=0.72;C.I:0.51–0.93; control mean VAS=2.86;C.I:2.40–3.31;p<0.001) and T48 (PBMT meanVAS=0.64;C.I:0.36–0.92; control mean VAS=2.86;C.I:2.37–3.34;p<0.001).Conclusions: PBMT significantly reduce the postoperative pain scores when assessed 6, 24, and 48 hours afterthird molar extractions.(AU)

Impact of COVID-19 pandemic on oral health procedures provided by the Brazilian public health system: COVID-19 and oral health in Brazil.

OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to assess the number of dental procedures performed in the Brazilian Public Health System (SUS) during the first wave of COVID-19 in Brazil (1st semester of 2020) and compare it with the same period of 2019. METHODS: A retrospective study was conducted based on the SUS Dataset (DATASUS). Descriptive analysis of the number of dental procedures and socio-demographic regions was presented and the number of dental procedures during the first semester of 2020 was compared to 2019, using Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test (α = 0.05). The number of COVID-19 confirmed cases and deaths were also retrieved from DATASUS. RESULTS: Dental procedures decreased from 47 million in the first semester of 2019 to 15 million in 2020, representing an overall decrease of about 66%. Statistically significant differences were observed for the numbers of procedures regarding preventive actions related to oral health (-84.53%; p < 0.001), primary care (-60.69%; p < 0.001), endodontic specialized care (-52.50%; p < 0.001), and periodontal and oral surgery specialized care (-54.57%; p < 0.001). CONCLUSION: The COVID-19 pandemic also reduced by half the number of oral health procedures provided by the SUS in almost all Brazilian states regardless of whether these states had a large number of confirmed cases or deaths. Future policies are recommended in order to reduce the negative impact of the suspension of dental services on the oral health of the population.

The mass production of systematic reviews about COVID-19: An analysis of PROSPERO records.

OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to assess the characteristics of different designs of systematic reviews (SRs) registered in the International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews (PROSPERO) about COVID-19. METHODS: The search was performed in the PROSPERO database using the strategy proposed by the database and considered only human studies. The last date of the search was April 27, 2020. Full text of all records was accessed, and data were extracted by a single researcher, which was further double-checked by another researcher. A descriptive analysis was performed considering record characteristics using tables. RESULTS: We included 564 records from which the vast majority were registered as SRs (n = 513, 91%). In general, we found poor reporting and missing or confusing information, since 84% of the records (n = 474) did not report the full search that would be adopted, 16% (n = 90) did not report clearly the databases that would be used, and 49.1% (n = 277) did not report the number of primary outcomes. The main focus of most of the records involved clinical, epidemiological, complication, and laboratory characteristics (n = 173, 30.7%) or the treatment of COVID-19 (n = 138, 24.5%). CONCLUSION: A large number of SRs about COVID-19 have been conducted, and many of the assessed records were poorly reported and would be difficult to replicate. Besides, collected data points to an epidemic of redundant reviews on COVID-19.

Polywave And Monowave Light-Curing Units Effects On Polymerization Efficiency Of Different Photoinitiators / Efeito Da Unidade De Cura Por Luz Polywave E Monowave Na Eficiência De Polimerização De Diferentes Fotoiniciadores

Objective: The objective of this study was to characterize and correlate the absorption spectra of three photoinitiators [camphorquinone (CQ), diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl) phosphine oxide (TPO) and phenylbis (2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)-phosphine oxide (BAPO)], using second or third-generation light curing units (LCU), and to evaluate the degree of conversion and the physical properties of an experimental resin adhesive. Material and methods: Second-generation (Radii-cal® and Emitter D®) and third-generation (Valo® Cordless and Bluephase N®) LCU were assessed regarding spectrum and irradiance rate of emitted light. Also, the photoinitiators (CQ, TPO and BAPO) were characterized by a light absorption spectrum assessed by UV-Vis spectroscopy, degree of conversion and yellowing effect. Statistical analyzes considered two-way ANOVA and post-hoc Tukey test. Results: BAPO presented higher reactivity compared to TPO. Regarding degree of conversion of the photoinitiators activated by different light-curing units, the Emitter D® device promoted a high degree of conversion. BAPO presented the highest yellowing effect values. Conclusions: The emission and absorption characteristics of the photoinitiators were different. The polymerization reaction activated by the second-generation light-curing unit was reduced when using an experimental resin with photoinitiator TPO, and the third-generation light-curing unit showed a higher polymerization potential regardless of the photoinitiator. (AU)

Objetivo: Caracterizar e correlacionar os espectros de absorção de três fotoiniciadores [canforoquinona (CQ), difenil 2,4,6-trimetilbenzil óxido de fosfina (TPO) e óxido de di (2,4,6-trimetilbenzil) difenil fosfina (BAPO)], com unidades de fotoativação (LCU) de segunda ou terceira geração, e avaliar o grau de conversão e as propriedades físicas de um adesivo experimental. Material e métodos: LCU de segunda geração (Radii-cal® e Emitter D®) e terceira geração (Valo® Cordless e Bluephase N®) foram avaliadas quanto ao espectro e taxa de irradiância da luz emitida. Além disso, os fotoiniciadores (CQ, TPO e BAPO) foram caracterizados por um espectro de absorção de luz avaliado por espectroscopia UV-Vis, avaliado o grau de conversão dos adesivos e efeito de amarelamento. A análise estatística empregada foi ANOVA duas vias e teste post-hoc de Tukey. Resultados: BAPO apresentou maior reatividade comparado ao TPO. Em relação ao grau de conversão dos fotoiniciadores ativados por diferentes aparelhos fotopolimerizadores, o dispositivo Emitter D® promoveu um alto grau de conversão. BAPO apresentou os maiores valores de efeito de amarelamento. Conclusões: As características de emissão e absorção dos fotoiniciadores foram diferentes. A reação de polimerização ativada pelas unidades de fotopolimerização de segunda geração foi reduzida com o uso de uma resina experimental com fotoiniciador TPO. As unidades de fotopolimerização de terceira geração apresentaram maior potencial de polimerização independentemente do fotoiniciador. (AU)

Prospective analysis of craniofacial soccer incidents during FIFA competitions: an observational study.

The aim of this prospective epidemiological study was to evaluate the occurrence of incidents involving the craniofacial region of soccer players during three official FIFA competitions. The craniofacial incidents were identified by video analysis of all 144 matches of two FIFA World Cups (2014/2018) and the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup. Data collection included incident type, incident severity, site affected, incident cause and referee decision. The multivariate Poisson regression model was performed to analyze the associations between covariates. A total of 238 incidents were observed in the craniofacial region (1.6 incidents/match), representing a rate of 48.5 incidents per 1000 hours. At least 80.6% of the matches presented at least one incident, and, in more than 60%, the referee's decision was no foul. According to severity, 26.8% of the incidents were classified as having mild or high severity. Incidents involving lacerations or fracture presented higher severity compared with hits (IRR 3.45[95%CI: 1.89-6.30]). Head-to-head impacts showed an incidence of severe incidents twice as high as those involving upper extremities (IRR 2.01[95%CI:1.07-3.76]). A high number of craniofacial incidents were observed in the last FIFA competitions. Head-to-head impacts and lacerations or fractures were associated with higher incident severity.

Influence of low-level laser therapy on implant stability in implants placed in fresh extraction sockets: A randomized clinical trial.

BACKGROUND: Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) has been suggested to improve primary stability at the early stages of osseointegration in animal models. However, there is still scarce evidence about its influence on implant stability in humans. PURPOSE: To assess the influence of LLLT on implant stability in implants placed in fresh extraction sockets. MATERIAL AND METHODS: A randomized controlled trial was designed according to the SPIRIT guidelines and is reported following the CONSORT. Patients were randomly allocated according to control or LLLT groups. LLLT consisted in the application of GaAlAs laser (808 nm, avg. power density: 50 mW, circular spot diameter and area: 0.71 cm/0.4cm2 ) applied in six points in contact mode with peri-implant soft tissue (1.23 minutes in each point of application; dose per point 11 J) before bone perforation and after suturing. The total dose resulted in 66 J per application moment. This LLLT protocol was applied only in the dental implant placement session. Implant stability was by ISQ at implant placement (T0 ) and the abutment selection (Ta ). Digital radiographs for T0 and Ta were used to assess the distance between the implant platform and alveolar bone crest, in millimeters. T-test and Shapiro-Wilk test were used to analyze data between groups using the implant as a unit of analysis. RESULTS: Fifty implants were placed in 44 patients. The insertion torque ranged from 15 to 60 N.cm (mean 35.64 ± 13.34). Two implants of the LLLT and one of the control groups were lost to follow-up and one implant of the control group failed to osseointegrate (4.3%). ISQ at T0 ranged from 17 to 79 (mean 59.33 ± 13.05) and from 40 to 89 (mean 66.46 SD ± 11.56) at Ta . No differences were observed when comparing the groups with ISQ difference (P = .433) or radiographical peri-implant alterations (P = .261). CONCLUSIONS: LLLT did not influence implant stability in implants placed in fresh extraction sockets when assessed at healing abutment installation.

Prospective analysis of craniofacial soccer incidents during FIFA competitions: an observational study

Abstract The aim of this prospective epidemiological study was to evaluate the occurrence of incidents involving the craniofacial region of soccer players during three official FIFA competitions. The craniofacial incidents were identified by video analysis of all 144 matches of two FIFA World Cups (2014/2018) and the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup. Data collection included incident type, incident severity, site affected, incident cause and referee decision. The multivariate Poisson regression model was performed to analyze the associations between covariates. A total of 238 incidents were observed in the craniofacial region (1.6 incidents/match), representing a rate of 48.5 incidents per 1000 hours. At least 80.6% of the matches presented at least one incident, and, in more than 60%, the referee's decision was no foul. According to severity, 26.8% of the incidents were classified as having mild or high severity. Incidents involving lacerations or fracture presented higher severity compared with hits (IRR 3.45[95%CI: 1.89-6.30]). Head-to-head impacts showed an incidence of severe incidents twice as high as those involving upper extremities (IRR 2.01[95%CI:1.07-3.76]). A high number of craniofacial incidents were observed in the last FIFA competitions. Head-to-head impacts and lacerations or fractures were associated with higher incident severity.

Dental implant therapy in the Brazilian Public System: an overview of the last decade

Aim: This retrospective study aims to describe and analyze the number of dental implants and implant-retained prostheses performed by the Unified Health System (SUS) in the last decade. Methods: This study is based on secondary data from the official government database (DATASUS) performed from January 2010 to December 2019 and is reported following the STROBE. A descriptive analysis was performed of the total sample and the stratified sample divided by Brazilian states. Results: A total of 143,037 dental implants and 93,325 implant-retained prostheses were provided by SUS. It is possible to observe that some states played a massive role on the provision of dental implants and implant-retained prostheses (Parana state: 58.4% and 55.9% and Paraiba state: 21.1% and 25.2% of the total amount of dental implants and implant-retained prostheses, respectively) while some states did not provide a single implant-retained prosthesis. Also, inland cities were mostly responsible for the number of procedures compared to the state capitals. Conclusion:Although dental implant therapy is available in SUS across the country, the number of treatments provided in the last decade is still very limited and is also mainly concentrated in the southeastern region of Brazil

Common mental disorders and bruxism in adults: a birth cohort study.

OBJECTIVES: This study aimed to assess the prevalence of bruxism and its relationship with common mental disorders (CMD) during the life course of individuals. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A representative sample (n = 537) of all 5914 births occurring in Pelotas in 1982 were prospectively investigated regarding their oral health. The CMD screening was assessed through Self-Reported Questionnaire-20 (SRQ-20) at ages 22 and 30. Bruxism information was collected in the oral health survey at the age 31. Exploratory variables included demographic and socio-economic, mental health and unhealthy behaviours. Multivariate Poisson Regression analysis was used to estimate the association between bruxism and CMD. RESULTS: Bruxism prevalence was 41.1% at 31 years old. Presence of bruxism was positively associated with females (p = 0.003), lower school level (p = 0.001), and smoking habits (p = 0.021). CMD episodes were associated with bruxism (p < 0.001). Individuals presenting CMD at age of 30 years presented a 57% higher prevalence (PR 1.57; 95%CI 1.14-2.15) of bruxism, while in those individuals who presented CMD in both follow-ups (at 22 and 30 years old) the bruxism prevalence was 70% higher (PR 1.70; 95%CI 1.28-2.25). CONCLUSION: Subjects presenting signals and symptoms of common mental disorders during their life course presented higher prevalence of bruxism. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: The presence of common mental disorders during life course impacts in the presence of bruxism in the adulthood. In addition, more episodes of common mental disorders were associated with higher prevalence of bruxism.

Restabelecimento da estética dentária por meio da combinação de clareamento de consultório e caseiro / Reestablishment of dental aesthetics by combination of in-office and at-home dental bleaching

O objetivo deste trabalho é descrever o tratamento clareador em dentes vitalizados empregando a combinação das técnicas de consultório e caseiro supervisionado. A técnica clareadora de consultório foi realizada em uma sessão clínica, com a realização de três aplicações e, consecutivamente, a técnica de clareamento caseiro foi realizada durante duas semanas. Aplicou-se gel a base de peróxido de hidrogénio a 35% para o clareamento de consultório associado ao peróxido de carbamida a 10% para o procedimento caseiro. Concluímos que a associação de técnicas clareadoras mostrou-se uma excelente opção estética para dentes que foram alterados cromaticamente...

The aim of this study is to describe the vital teeth bleaching combining both in-office and at-home techniques. The office bleaching technique was performed in a one clinical session, with the completion of three applications and consecutively the home bleaching technique was performed for two weeks. Hydrogen peroxide gel at 35% for office bleaching was applied associated with carbamide peroxide at 10% for the home procedure. We conclude that the association of bleaching techniques proved to be an excellent aesthetic choice for teeth that have changed chromatically...