Written by Abeer Abdullah Al-Sunbul
Published On Issue 1 Vol 13, 2025
Interdisciplinary teamwork and meticulous treatment planning are crucial for addressing complex dental disorders. Comprehensive management was essential following SBARD (SAUDI BOARD IN ADVANCE RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY) recommendations and treatment stages. Essential components include assessment of tooth restorability, preventive therapy, extraction of non-restorable teeth, dietary analysis, carious teeth restoration, endodontic treatment, and pre-prosthetic surgical care, which involves dental imp
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Written by Gabrielė Maleckaitė
Published On Issue 1 Vol 13, 2025
Oral mucosal melanoma (OMM) is a rare and aggressive malignancy with a poor prognosis and high metastatic potential. Its subtle clinical presentation and diagnostic challenges often result in late-stage detection, complicating treatment. Advanced imaging techniques, such as PET and MRI, have significantly improved staging accuracy. Additionally, noninvasive methods and molecular profiling show promise for early detection and personalized treatments. Surgical resection remains the cornerstone of
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Written by Manisha Bala Rathy Rajadurai
Published On Issue 1 Vol 13, 2025
Pulpectomy is an essential dental procedure aimed at preserving primary teeth affected by severe infections or irreversible pulpitis. Zinc oxide eugenol (ZOE), a commonly used obturating material, presents limitations including slow resorption, cytotoxicity, and potential adverse effects on developing permanent teeth. In response to these challenges, a novel obturating material combining zinc oxide, calcium hydroxide, and metronidazole has been developed. This study aimed to compare the cytotoxi
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