Scientific basis of dentistry

Outcomes and the scientific basis of clinical care.

In vitro and In vivo Investigation of poly(lactic acid)/hydroxyapatite nanoparticle scaffold containing nandrolone decanoate for the regeneration of critical-sized bone defects

Objective(s): Bone tissue engineering is aimed at the fabrication of bone graft to ameliorate bone defects without using autografts or allografts. Materials and Methods: In the present study, the coprecipitation method was used to prepare hydroxyapatite (HA) nanoparticles containing nandrolone. To do so, 12.5, 25, and 50 mg of nandrolone were loaded into poly(lactic acid) (PLA)/nano-HA, a...

Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics in Korea

On a very hot summer day in 2012, Restorative Dentistry & Endodontics (RDE, www.rde.ac) changes its official language from Korean to English in order to join and to contribute to the international society of specific dental professions. On the verge of this breakthrough, it is an imperative step to remember the pioneer members and to appreciate their hard work and dedication. The Korean Academy...

New paradigm in implant osseointegration

During the last years, implant dentistry has seen an dramatic increase as a treatment option in oral rehabilitation. This is based to a large extent on scientific advances and clinical improvements in implantology. The extension of indications has broadened the opportunities to rehabilitate patients that were formerly considered to possess restricted indications to place implants. Additionally,...

All-ceramic material selection: how to choose in everyday practice.

THE INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ESTHETIC DENTISTRY Nowadays, clinicians have access to a great variety of restorative materials. As there is restricted access to test materials in private practice, most clinicians make their selection of esthetic biomaterials on the basis of scientific articles,1 lectures, company recommendations, and through the sharing of information and experience among colleag...