Explore the vast range of titles available.

In this special issue of Medicina, we delve into the dynamic and ever-evolving world of dentistry, highlighting the remarkable innovations that are shaping the future of oral health and clinical dentistry practice [...]

In the realm of life sciences, the journal 'Life' has consistently served as a beacon for groundbreaking research and scientific discovery [...].In the realm of life sciences, the journal 'Life' has consistently served as a beacon for groundbreaking research and scientific discovery [...].

Pediatric dentistry is undergoing an exciting evolution [...]

The field of dental biomedicine continues to evolve with significant advancements that are aimed at improving oral health outcomes [...].The field of dental biomedicine continues to evolve with significant advancements that are aimed at improving oral health outcomes [...].

Biomimetics has emerged as a pivotal field, bridging fundamental research and practical applications [...].Biomimetics has emerged as a pivotal field, bridging fundamental research and practical applications [...].

The management of orofacial pain to alleviate the quality of life of affected patients is becoming increasingly challenging for scientific research and healthcare professionals. From this perspective, in addition to conventional therapies, new alternatives are being sought, increasingly looking at the use of both natural and synthetic products. Cannabis sativa L. represents an interesting source of bioactive compounds, including non-psychoactive cannabinoids, flavonoids, and terpenes, many of which are effective in improving pain intensity. Here, we aim to analyze the possible mechanisms of action of the bioactive natural and synthetic hemp-derived compounds responsible for the modulatory effects on pain-related pathways. The ability of these compounds to act on multiple mechanisms through a synergistic effect, reducing both the release of inflammatory mediators and regulating the response of the endocannabinoid system, makes them interesting agents for alternative formulations to be used in orofacial pain.

In recent years, several novel diagnostic and treatment modalities have been introduced in orthodontics and temporomandibular disorders [...]

Introduction Oral diseases are common and affect millions of people worldwide. They can range from mild and easily treatable conditions to more severe and serious diseases. Proper oral hygiene and regular dental monitoring are essential for maintaining good oral health. When it comes to children’s health and well-being, parents’ education level plays a critical role. Research has shown that parents’ higher educational attainment is associated with better health outcomes for their children. Our aim is to evaluate whether parents’ education level and employment influence children oral health and its impact on the family. Methods We enrolled consecutively healthy subjects aged between 0–16 and their parents at the Dental Clinic of the University of Campania “L. Vanvitelli”. The Italian version of the ECOHIS (I-ECOHIS) was administered to parents of the enrolled subjects referred to the Dental Clinic of the University of Campania “L. Vanvitelli”. Linear regression models, adjusted for age and sex, were used to explore the association between parents’ employment or education level and the ECOHIS scores. Statistical significance was accepted when p value < 0.05. Results We found a significative association of a higher I-ECOHIS total score (coeff. 4.04244; CI 95%: 1.530855–6.554026; p  = 0,002) and higher I-ECOHIS children section score (coeff. 3.2794; CI 95%: 1.29002–5.268; P  = 0,002) and the father unemployed status. We also found that a higher education level of the father was associated with a lower ECOHIS total score (coeff. -1.388; IC 95%: -2.562115—-0.214 p  = 0.021) and a higher education level of the mother was associated with a lower ECOHIS in children section (coeff. -0.972; IC95%: -1.909356—0.034; p  = 0.042). Conclusions Father unemployed status and a lower educational level for both parents may negatively affect oral health status.

Background and introduction Statisticians rank oral and lip cancer sixth in global mortality at 10.2%. Mouth opening and swallowing are challenging. Hence, most oral cancer patients only report later stages. They worry about surviving cancer and receiving therapy. Oral cancer severely affects QOL. QOL is affected by risk factors, disease site, and treatment. Using oral cancer patient questionnaires, we use light gradient Boost Tree classifiers to predict life quality. Methods DIAS records were used for 111 oral cancer patients. The European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer’s QLQ-C30 and QLQ-HN43 were used to document the findings. Anyone could enroll, regardless of gender or age. The IHEC/SDC/PhD/OPATH-1954/19/TH-001 Institutional Ethical Clearance Committee approved this work. After informed consent, patients received the EORTC QLQ-C30 and QLQ-HN43 questionnaires. Surveys were in Tamil and English. Overall, QOL ratings covered several domains. We obtained patient demographics, case history, and therapy information from our DIAS (Dental Information Archival Software). Enrolled patients were monitored for at least a year. After one year, the EORTC questionnaire was retaken, and scores were recorded. This prospective analytical exploratory study at Saveetha Dental College, Chennai, India, examined QOL at diagnosis and at least 12 months after primary therapy in patients with histopathologically diagnosed oral malignancies. We measured oral cancer patients’ quality of life using data preprocessing, feature selection, and model construction. A confusion matrix was created using light gradient boosting to measure accuracy. Results Light gradient boosting predicted cancer patients’ quality of life with 96% accuracy and 0.20 log loss. Conclusion Oral surgeons and oncologists can improve planning and therapy with this prediction model.

In recent years, the dental and craniofacial healthcare sectors have witnessed significant advancements driven by the integration of digitalization, new technologies, and telemedicine [...]