Niger J Clin Pract
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The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of the different sized alumina particles (50 and 150 μm) and tribochemical silica-modified alumina particles (110 μm) on titanium (Ti) surface to identify the most effective method of increasing the bond strength between porcelain and Ti. ⋯ The size of alumina particles is not a factor that is directly effective in enhancing the bond strength of Ti-porcelain systems. The bond strength of Ti-porcelain systems can be extremely improved by the application of sandblasting with silica-coated alumina particles.
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Sleeve gastrectomy represents one of the most common surgical procedures used in bariatric surgery. The most feared complication following laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) is the leak that occurs at the staple line. One method to reduce the risk of leak is the use of reinforcement material at the suture line. In this study, the efficacy of sutures and fibrin glue in the prevention of staple leak has been compared retrospectively. ⋯ Despite some controversies, strong evidence exists on the effectiveness of fibrin glue in the prevention of leaks in patients undergoing LSG from this study.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Comparison of two different composite resins used for tooth reshaping and diastema closure in a 4-year follow-up.
This aim of this study is to evaluate and to compare the clinical performances of two nanohybrid composite resin systems used for diastema closure and tooth reshaping at 4 years. ⋯ Both nanohybrid composite resin systems revealed esthetically, functionally, and biologically acceptable clinical performance when used for diastema closure and tooth reshaping at 4 years.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Impact of oral clefts on the oral health-related quality of life of preschool children and their parents.
To assess the oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) of preschool children with cleft lip and palate (CLP) and their relatives. ⋯ Since oral clefts affect the QoL of children and their families even after the usual treatments, the implementation and maintenance of multidisciplinary interventional strategies are required for establishment of facial esthetics, oral function, and psychological support for such individuals.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Efficacy of multimodal perioperative analgesia protocol with periarticular medication injection and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug use in total knee arthroplasty.
This research examined multimodal analgesia and the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for early analgesic effect and rehabilitation after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). ⋯ Intraoperative periarticular injection with multimodal drugs significantly relieved pain after surgery and reduced the requirements for NSAIDs. This injection also improved patient satisfaction and the range of joint motion with no apparent risks following TKA.