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Research on Clinical Pediatric Dentistry

A special issue of Children (ISSN 2227-9067). This special issue belongs to the section "Pediatric Dentistry & Oral Medicine".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (25 September 2024) | Viewed by 1676

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Dr. Oana Almasan

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Department of Prosthetic Dentistry and Dental Materials, Iuliu Hațieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 32 Clinicilor Street, 400006 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Interests: orthodontics; digital dentistry; occlusion; temporomandibular joint; temporomandibular joint disorders; CBCT; MRI
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Pediatric dentistry has a significant impact on a child's future in a variety of educational and professional settings. Early intervention in managing children's dental health not only improves the diagnosis and treatment planning process but also leads to better planning and increased confidence in diagnostic procedures.

Three-dimensional imaging proves valuable across the spectrum of dentistry, pediatric included, by facilitating the capture of precise images and enhancing the accuracy of diagnoses.

The aim of this Special Issue is to bring together cutting-edge dental resources, integrating contemporary insights from clinical pediatric dentistry for the purpose of diagnosis and treatment planning. We hope that it will serve as a guiding framework for future innovative research in the field.

This Special Issue is open to submissions from professionals, researchers, and dental practitioners.

We gladly extend an invitation to you to be part of our team, and we look forward to receiving your valuable contribution!

Dr. Oana Almasan
Guest Editor

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Keywords

  • pediatric dentistry
  • child imaging
  • clinical research
  • quality of life
  • digital workflow
  • 3D imaging

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Survival Analysis of Prefabricated Zirconia Crowns with and Without Pulpotomy in Primary Teeth: A Retrospective Cohort Study
by Murad Alrashdi
Children 2024, 11(11), 1402; https://doi.org/10.3390/children11111402 - 19 Nov 2024
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Background: Prefabricated Zirconia Crowns (PZCs) are increasingly preferred for restoring primary teeth due to their esthetic appeal and retention. However, their rigid, unmodifiable design requires precise tooth preparation, often leading to aggressive reduction and potential pulp exposure. Pulpotomy, a standard treatment for reversible [...] Read more.
Background: Prefabricated Zirconia Crowns (PZCs) are increasingly preferred for restoring primary teeth due to their esthetic appeal and retention. However, their rigid, unmodifiable design requires precise tooth preparation, often leading to aggressive reduction and potential pulp exposure. Pulpotomy, a standard treatment for reversible pulpitis and mechanical pulp exposure, is sometimes employed before PZCs. While pulpotomy is not routinely performed, its use raises important considerations about the interplay between restorative procedures and pulp therapy in pediatric dentistry, particularly regarding the long-term restoration outcomes of PZCs. Purpose: This study aimed to investigate the impact of pulpotomy on the success rate of PZCs. Methods: We examined 81 anterior upper primary teeth treated with PZCs in children aged 2–5 years over a two-year period. Cases were divided into groups with and without pulpotomy. Follow-ups occurred at 6-month intervals, assessing clinical and radiographic outcomes. Analyses were performed using SPSS 25.0 software. The statistical significance was p < 0.05. Results: A total of 81 anterior primary teeth were included. Chi-square analysis showed no association between pulp therapy and PZC success (χ2 = 0.051, p = 0.822). The Kaplan–Meier survival analysis revealed comparable survival curves and the log-rank test showed no statistically significant difference in survival time between pulpotomy-treated and untreated groups (χ2 = 0.051, p = 0.821). Conclusions: Pulpotomy did not significantly affect the success rate of PZCs within 2 years. Full article
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Influences of Maternal Nutrition and Lifestyle Factors on Early Childhood Oral Health: A Systematic Review of Mechanisms and Intervention Strategies
by Murad Alrashdi
Children 2024, 11(9), 1107; https://doi.org/10.3390/children11091107 - 10 Sep 2024
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Background: This systematic review and meta-analysis examined the impact of maternal nutrition and lifestyle factors on early childhood oral health. The review focused on the effects of maternal vitamin D levels and smoking during pregnancy on children’s dental health outcomes. Methods: A comprehensive [...] Read more.
Background: This systematic review and meta-analysis examined the impact of maternal nutrition and lifestyle factors on early childhood oral health. The review focused on the effects of maternal vitamin D levels and smoking during pregnancy on children’s dental health outcomes. Methods: A comprehensive literature search was conducted across PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science, yielding 23 that were included for analysis. The quality of the studies was assessed using the Newcastle–Ottawa Scale. The effect estimates were pooled through a random effect model. All analyses were carried out using the R program. Results: Most studies in our systematic review showed a significant association between maternal vitamin D and smoking during pregnancy and childhood dental health outcomes. Meta-analysis revealed a significant association between maternal vitamin D levels and children’s dental health (OR = 1.30, 95% CI: 0.49 to 3.45, p < 0.001). Maternal smoking during pregnancy was strongly linked to an increased risk of childhood dental caries (OR = 0.3290, 95% CI: 0.2089–0.4491, p < 0.0001). Conclusions: These findings underscore the crucial role of maternal health behaviors in shaping children’s oral health trajectories. This study emphasizes the need for integrated public health interventions promoting healthier maternal behaviors and early preventive dental care. Full article
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