2025

The aim of this study was to examine the association of frequent recreational cannabis (FRC) use with untreated coronal caries, untreated root surface caries, and severe tooth loss…

The autotransplant of third molars to replace missing teeth is gaining attention. This study aimed to analyze factors influencing the success, survival, and inflammatory root resorption (IRR) of autotransplanted third molars with completely formed roots…

There is increasing evidence suggesting that daily oral hygiene self-care measures may alleviate cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk…

Dentists can be exposed to dust and nanoparticles from teeth, dental composites, and metal alloys generated during dental procedures, and exposure to dust can cause respiratory diseases, including pulmonary fibrosis…

Opioids are still being prescribed to manage acute postsurgical pain. Unnecessary opioid prescriptions can lead to addiction and death, as unused tablets are easily diverted…

The opioid epidemic is a serious crisis in the United States. It has been proposed that opioid prescriptions after dental procedures are a major contributor to opioid use and abuse…

The authors examined whether use of preventive oral health care services or visits to a dentist or dental clinic for problems during pregnancy is associated with gestational diabetes and hypertensive disorders of pregnancy…

The authors aimed to explore the association of fatty acids with periodontitis and its severity and to assess causality using Mendelian randomization (MR) analyses…

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) in reducing postoperative pain, swelling, and trismus after extraction of third molars…