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Department of Interdisciplinary Dentistry, Pomeranian Medical University in Szczecin, Szczecin, Poland
Interests: orthodontics; cleft palate; cephalometry; malocclusion; craniofacial growth; craniofacial morphology; dental abnormalities
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1. Department of Interdisciplinary Dentistry, Pomeranian Medical University, 70111 Szczecin, Poland
2. Department of Oral and Maxillo-Facial Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, 00161 Rome, Italy
Interests: epidemiology; pediatric dentistry; orthodontics; colorimetry; oral surgery; icon; minimally invasive intervention; minimally invasive dentistry; MIH; pediatric oral surgery
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Dear Colleagues,

Social life in the 21st century and dentistry might not, at first glance, seem like they are extensively connected, but this could not be further from the truth. Increased patient expectations and the complex nature of patients’ complaints are significant issues affecting dentistry today. A lot of these stem from patients’ esthetic demands regarding their teeth, combined with functional demands, which can co-occur with general health issues as well as psychological difficulties. As a result, a good understanding of general health problems and of the development in children and adolescents should be based on up-to-date knowledge of scientific advances in dentistry. Contemporary dental treatment is associated with the use of numerous novel techniques, and the development of interdisciplinary dentistry includes new findings on the genetic and environmental etiology of oral diseases as well as on technological progress, including 3D diagnostics and treatment planning, together with sophisticated software and equipment.

Dr. Joanna Janiszewska-Olszowska
Dr. Marta Mazur
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Keywords

  • oral health
  • jaw development
  • craniofacial development
  • dental abnormalities
  • interdisciplinary dental treatment
  • 3D
  • general health

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Systematic Review
Attachments for the Orthodontic Aligner Treatment—State of the Art—A Comprehensive Systematic Review
by Maciej Jedliński, Marta Mazur, Mario Greco, Joyce Belfus, Katarzyna Grocholewicz and Joanna Janiszewska-Olszowska
Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2023, 20(5), 4481; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph20054481 - 2 Mar 2023
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Background: In recent years the burden of aligner treatment has been growing. However, the sole use of aligners is characterized by limitations; thus attachments are bonded to the teeth to improve aligner retention and tooth movement. Nevertheless, it is often still a challenge [...] Read more.
Background: In recent years the burden of aligner treatment has been growing. However, the sole use of aligners is characterized by limitations; thus attachments are bonded to the teeth to improve aligner retention and tooth movement. Nevertheless, it is often still a challenge to clinically achieve the planned movement. Thus, the aim of this study is to discuss the evidence of the shape, placement and bonding of composite attachments. Methods: A query was carried out in six databases on 10 December 2022 using the search string (“orthodontics” OR “malocclusion” OR “Tooth movement techniques AND (“aligner*” OR “thermoformed splints” OR “invisible splint*” AND (“attachment*” OR “accessor*” OR “auxill*” AND “position*”). Results: There were 209 potential articles identified. Finally, twenty-six articles were included. Four referred to attachment bonding, and twenty-two comprised the influence of composite attachment on movement efficacy. Quality assessment tools were used according to the study type. Conclusions: The use of attachments significantly improves the expression of orthodontic movement and aligner retention. It is possible to indicate sites on the teeth where attachments have a better effect on tooth movement and to assess which attachments facilitate movement. The research received no external funding. The PROSPERO database number is CRD42022383276. Full article
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Volumetric Assessment of Apical Periodontitis Using Cone-Beam Computed Tomography—A Systematic Review
by Ewa Mackiewicz, Tobias Bonsmann, Kinga Kaczor-Wiankowska and Alicja Nowicka
Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2023, 20(4), 2940; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph20042940 - 8 Feb 2023
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This systematic review aimed to investigate the scientific literature on volumetric studies concerning the diagnosis and treatment of apical periodontitis using CBCT. A systematic review protocol was written following the preferred reporting items for the systematic reviews and meta-analyses (PRISMA) checklist. Four electronic [...] Read more.
This systematic review aimed to investigate the scientific literature on volumetric studies concerning the diagnosis and treatment of apical periodontitis using CBCT. A systematic review protocol was written following the preferred reporting items for the systematic reviews and meta-analyses (PRISMA) checklist. Four electronic databases were searched for relevant publications in English, which were published up to 21 January 2023. The inclusion criteria and corresponding search keys were applied. The risk of bias was assessed using the Joanna Briggs Institute Meta-Analysis of Statistic Assessment and Review Instrument. The search strategy identified 202 studies, with 123 studies excluded during the title and abstract screening and 47 studies left for full text screening. A total of 17 studies met the inclusion criteria. The lesion volume was measured and classified according to different indices which compared the effectiveness of their diagnostics. Moreover, the volume of AP lesions increased with the thickness of the maxillary sinus mucosa in primary and secondary infections and decreased due to endodontic treatment. Volumetric measurements using CBCT are useful in the correct definition of periapical tissue pathosis using a CBCT periapical volume index and assessment of the dynamics of the treatment of apical lesions. Full article
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