Niger J Clin Pract
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Comparative Study
Efficacy of manual and mechanical instrumentation techniques for removal of overextended root canal filling material.
To compare the efficacy of manual and mechanical instrumentation techniques, including ProTaper Universal retreatment system, Mtwo retreatment system, Reciproc system, and Hedström files, regarding removal of overextended root canal filling material. ⋯ This study demonstrated that all tested systems had similar efficacy in removing overextended root canal filling material.
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There is at present the dearth of information on the possible contribution of insulin resistance to scores obtained from mortality risk estimation in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). ⋯ Insulin sensitivity status does not have a direct effect on scores obtained from the Gargano mortality risk prediction model.
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To assess the effect of the erbium:yttrium aluminum garnet (Er:YAG) laser on bond strength of a total-etch adhesive system to the caries-affected dentin on the gingival wall. ⋯ The Er:YAG laser treatment did not negatively affect the bonding performance of the total-etch adhesive system to caries-affected dentin on the gingival wall.