Resumo Objetivos: Avaliar a repetibilidade intra-indivíduo do registo oclusal realizado com o T-scan em dois momentos temporais. Métodos: Foram avaliados 23 voluntários com 46 medições com o T-scan (v.9) por um operador calibrado, com um intervalo de tempo de sete dias. Avaliaram-se os valores em intercuspidação e força máxima total e por dente, em cada indivíduo. A repetibilidade do aparelho foi determinada at...
Abstract Objectives: To assess the characteristics, performance, and safety of ProTaper Gold SX (PTG SX) replica-like instruments. Methods: A multimethod research involving the assessment of geometric design (macro and through scanning electron microscope), Ti/Ni proportions (energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy), phase transformation temperatures (differential scanning calorimetry), torsional resistance, and f...
Abstract Objectives: This study performed a systematic review of anatomy prevalence studies using cone-beam computed tomography to comprehend the root and root canal configuration types in Brazilian sub-populations. Methods: This systematic review followed PRISMA’s statements. Four electronic databases (PubMed, ScienceDirect, Lilacs, and Cochrane Collaboration) were accessed using MeSH terms and free-text keywo...
Abstract Objectives: To evaluate the tooth bleaching effectiveness of a 6% hydrogen peroxide paint-on varnish with two different types of soft-tissue protection materials. Methods: Twenty patients were screened according to inclusion and exclusion criteria, submitted to professional dental prophylaxis, and randomly allocated to one of the two groups. An in-office bleaching technique protocol was performed (Viva...
ABSTRACT Objectives: A randomized clinical trial comparing the effects of a 4- and 8-week consecutive use of contingent electrical stimulation on self-reported pain, jaw muscle activity, and threshold intensity in teeth grinding during sleep, over 6 months. Methods: This randomized clinical trial studied 48 patients diagnosed with bruxism and masticatory myofascial pain according to established methods. Patient...