"Restorative Justice" has emerged internationally as a viable response to the harm caused by crime. Its acceptance and promotion are underscored by the fact that the United Nations has adopted a set of principles that encourage use of restorative justice programming by member states. In addition, the Council of Europe supports its use in criminal matters while the American Bar Association promo...

The improvement of surgery in the treatment of ulcerative colitis prompts us to consider its impact on the quality of life of the patients. Obviously, it is mandatory that the results after surgery should be better than the symptoms which elective surgery is designed to treat. A review of the literature was carried out on the current status of quality of life in patients with ulcerative colitis...

Urban schoolyard environments are increasingly characterized by a proliferation of hard surfaces with little if any greenery. Schoolyard "greening" initiatives are becoming increasingly popular; however, schoolyard designs often fail to realize their restorative potential. In this quasi-experimental study, a proposed schoolyard greening project was used to visualize alternative planting designs...

In 2003, the Minnesota Dental Practice Act was modified to allow dental hygienists and assistants to place amalgam, composite, glass ionomer, and stainless steel crowns. The concept of utilizing allied professionals to perform expanded functions has been suggested as a way to increase access to care and productivity. A continuing education course was offered to provide required certification fo...

Objective: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of application of three over the counter whitening toothpastes (Colgate Optic White, Aquafresh Ultimate White and Crest 3D White) on the color stability of different esthetic restorative materials (Resin composite/Filtek Z250 XT, resin modified glass ionomer/GC Fuji II LC, and glass ionomer/Ketac Molar Quick Aplicapweek) commonly ...

UNLABELLED This second part of the two-part article discusses different types of occlusal contacts and their interferences. It also provides a practical guide to what is required to optimise the restorative treatment outcome. Occlusion and its effect on dental implants are also presented. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Restorative treatment outcome is highly dependent on the occlusion of the restoration ...

* Department of Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Akdeniz University, 07058/Antalya,Turkey E-mail: [email protected] ** Department of Prosthetic Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Akdeniz University, Antalya, Turkey *** Department of Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, İzmir Katip Çelebi University, Turkey **** Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Atatürk ...

The MVS (such as the Explorer and the MagnaVu) allows the dentist and team to provide quality dentistry in a more comfortable position, for longer periods of time. This is especially important for complex surgical and extensive restorative/aesthetic cases. The procedures that would be enhanced via the MVS include: diagnostic, preventative care, restorative, periodontal, endodontic, orthodontic,...

Giedre Kobs, D.D.S., PhD., Institute of Stomatology, Fakulty of Medicine, Vilnius University, Lithuania. Olaf Bernhardt, D.D.S. PhD., assist. professor, Assistant medical director at the Department of Restorative Dentistry, Periodontology and Pediatric Dentistry, University of Greifswald, Germany. Georg Meyer, D.D.S., PhD., Hab. Dr., Professor and Head of the Department of Restorative Dentistry...

This case report describes management of a 3-year-old child with early childhood caries and anterior crossbite. Restorative care was postponed until after crossbite correction to eliminate occlusal interferences associated with premature contact and a functional shift of the mandible. Crossbite correction was performed with a fixed anterior bite plane appliance, and comprehensive restorative ca...