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Current Oral Health Reports OnlineFirst articles

26.03.2024

The Mouth as a Reservoir of SARS-CoV-2

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) was classified as a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO) in March 2020 following its rapid dissemination [ 1 , 2 ]. At the time of writing this review, approximately 770 million positive cases and …

verfasst von:
Sabrina Carvalho Gomes, Luisa Martins Miller, Luana Xavier, Fernando Valentim Bitencourt

22.03.2024

Pathways to Airways: Review and Considerations of Different Intubation Techniques in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Anaesthesiology is an integral part of any surgical procedure. Operating surgeon needs to have in-depth knowledge about the various methods of intubation in order to fully prepare the patient for surgery. Most of the major maxillofacial trauma …

verfasst von:
Kalyani Bhate, Sayali A Awate, Dharmesh C Gandhi, Uday Londhe, Sunnypriyatham Tirupathi, Bhushan Bhagat

Open Access 15.03.2024

Linking Periodontitis to Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes: a Comprehensive Review and Meta-analysis

Periodontitis is an inflammatory process that degrades periodontal supporting tissues which eventually lead to the loss of the tooth. Bacteria in the dental biofilm cause an inflammatory reaction in the marginal gingiva that becomes chronic over …

verfasst von:
Laura Castaño-Suárez, Geydi Yuliza Paternina-Mejía, Laura Daniela Vásquez‑Olmos, Carolina Rodríguez-Medina, Javier Enrique Botero

15.03.2024

How Artificial Inelegance Is Transforming Aesthetic Dentistry: A Review

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a broad tool that allows individuals to reimagine how to integrate information, analyze data, and apply the ensuing insights to improve decision-making [ 1 ••]. It is already revolutionizing every aspect of human …

verfasst von:
Tamer M. Hamdy

Open Access 29.02.2024

Evolutionary History of Periodontitis and the Oral Microbiota—Lessons for the Future

Modern Homo sapiens have been forged over millions of years of evolution with landmark lifestyle adaptations throughout history [ 1 ]. Humans (members of the genus Homo ) diverged from the hominin species named Australopithecus africanus several …

verfasst von:
Shashikiran Shanmugasundaram, Namratha Nayak, Shaswata Karmakar, Aditi Chopra, Ramya Arangaraju

Open Access 21.02.2024

The Mouth as a Site of SARS-CoV-2 Infection

The oral cavity is a physiologic conduit between the external and internal environments connected not only to the respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts, but also to the systemic vasculature via lymphatic and blood vessels. As such, the oral …

verfasst von:
N Atyeo, P Perez, B Matuck, KM Byrd, BM Warner

19.02.2024

Antiviral Mechanism and Clinical Benefits of Mouthwash Active Against SARS-CoV-2

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, much scientific research has been conducted with the aim of being beneficial to society. In this context, it has become increasingly understood that the oral cavity and oropharynx play an important …

verfasst von:
Verônica Caroline Brito Reia, Bernardo da Fonseca Orcina, Fabiano Vieira Vilhena, Paulo Sérgio da Silva Santos

Open Access 16.02.2024

A Review on Enhancing the Life of Teeth by Toothpaste Containing Bioactive Glass Particles

Maintaining optimal dental health goes beyond being a mere physical necessity; it stands as a cornerstone of overall well-being, shaping individuals’ ability to chew and speak, and even influencing self-esteem and social interactions. Moreover …

verfasst von:
P. Syam Prasad, Mahammod Babar Pasha, R. Narasimha Rao, P. Venkateswara Rao, Narayanan Madaboosi, Mutlu Özcan