scholarly journals Dental Occlusion: Proposal for a Classification to Guide Occlusal Analysis and Optimize Research Protocols

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (7) ◽  
pp. 840-849
Author(s):  
Casazza Estelle ◽  
Ré Jean-Philippe ◽  
Giraudeau Anne ◽  
Parfu Anne ◽  
Orthlieb Jean-Daniel
Keyword(s):  
Dental Occlusion ◽  
Research Protocols

Dental occlusion and sport performance

2020 ◽  
Vol 69 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Angela Militi ◽  
Marco Cicciù ◽  
Sergio Sambataro ◽  
Salvatore Bocchieri ◽  
Gabriele Cervino ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sport Performance ◽  
Dental Occlusion

scholarly journals Caffeine and Cognitive Functions in Sports: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Nutrients ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 868
Author(s):  
Jorge Lorenzo Calvo ◽  
Xueyin Fei ◽  
Raúl Domínguez ◽  
Helios Pareja-Galeano
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Reaction Time ◽  
Cognitive Performance ◽  
Cognitive Functions ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Caffeine Intake ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Research Protocols ◽  
The Relationship

Cognitive functions are essential in any form of exercise. Recently, interest has mounted in addressing the relationship between caffeine intake and cognitive performance during sports practice. This review examines this relationship through a structured search of the databases Medline/PubMed and Web of Science for relevant articles published in English from August 1999 to March 2020. The study followed PRISMA guidelines. Inclusion criteria were defined according to the PICOS model. The identified records reported on randomized cross-over studies in which caffeine intake (as drinks, capsules, energy bars, or gum) was compared to an identical placebo situation. There were no filters on participants’ training level, gender, or age. For the systematic review, 13 studies examining the impacts of caffeine on objective measures of cognitive performance or self-reported cognitive performance were selected. Five of these studies were also subjected to meta-analysis. After pooling data in the meta-analysis, the significant impacts of caffeine only emerged on attention, accuracy, and speed. The results of the 13 studies, nevertheless, suggest that the intake of a low/moderate dose of caffeine before and/or during exercise can improve self-reported energy, mood, and cognitive functions, such as attention; it may also improve simple reaction time, choice reaction time, memory, or fatigue, however, this may depend on the research protocols.

scholarly journals Esthetic Considerations in Orthodontics: An Overview

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Swati Singh ◽  
Litesh Singla ◽  
Tanya Anand
Keyword(s):  
Soft Tissue ◽  
Profile Analysis ◽  
Dental Occlusion ◽  
Facial Profile ◽  
Mandibular Plane ◽  
The Face ◽  
Facial Proportions ◽  
Posterior Position ◽  
Anterior Posterior ◽  
The Ideal

Abstract Esthetics has been an ever-evolving concept and has gained considerable importance in the field of orthodontics in the last few decades. The re-emergence of the soft tissue paradigm has further catapulted the interest of the orthodontist. So much so that achieving a harmonious profile and an esthetically pleasing smile has become the ideal goal of treatment and is no longer secondary to achieving a functional dental occlusion and/or a rigid adherence to skeletal and dental norms. Esthetics in the orthodontic sense can be divided into three categories: macroesthetics, miniesthetics, and microesthetics. Macroesthetics includes the evaluation of the face and involves frontal assessment and profile analysis. The frontal assessment involves assessment of facial proportions, while the profile analysis involves evaluation of anterior–posterior position of jaws, mandibular plane, and incisor prominence and lip posture. Miniesthetics involves study of the smile framework involving the vertical tooth–lip relationship, smile type, transverse dimensions of smile, smile arc, and midline. Microesthetics involves the assessment of tooth proportions, height-width relationships, connectors and embrasures, gingival contours and heights, and tooth shade and color. The harmony between these factors enables an orthodontist to achieve the idealized esthetic result and hence these parameters deserve due consideration. The importance placed on a pleasing profile cannot be undermined and the orthodontist should aim for a harmonious facial profile over rigid adherence to standard average cephalometric norms. This article aims to give an overview of the macro, mini, and microesthetic considerations in relation to orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning.

scholarly journals Navigating uncharted waters: Developing a standardized approach for evaluating and implementing biosimilar products at a comprehensive cancer center

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mara N Villanueva ◽  
Jennifer E Davis ◽  
Stacey M Sobocinski
Keyword(s):  
Transition Period ◽  
Treatment Protocol ◽  
Comprehensive Cancer Center ◽  
Cancer Center ◽  
Specific Product ◽  
Team Members ◽  
Research Protocols ◽  
Institutional Review ◽  
Multiple Challenges ◽  
Coordinate Changes

Abstract Purpose The processes for formulary implementation and electronic health record (EHR) integration of biosimilar products at a comprehensive cancer center are described. Implications for research protocols are also discussed. Summary The existing literature focuses on practical considerations for formulary addition of biosimilar products, but there is a lack of guidance on how to implement the change, particularly within the EHR. Before building the ordering tools for biosimilars, the clinical and informatics teams should determine the role of biosimilars at the institution, identify drug-specific product characteristics that affect medication build, and characterize implications of future formulary changes or drug shortages. Leveraging an orderable record provides the ability to include logic that maps to multiple products and also allows for future implementation of changes within the medication record rather than requiring “swaps” at the treatment protocol level. The institutional review board should coordinate changes in affected research protocols and consent forms and work with principal investigators to amend protocols when necessary. Pharmacy leaders should develop processes to oversee inventory during the transition period and minimize the risk of errors. Conclusion The development of a standardized approach for evaluating and implementing biosimilar products improves efficiency and collaboration among the various team members responsible for the products’ integration into existing workflows, including implications for clinical research. Implementing biosimilars for agents used to treat cancer will pose new challenges and require additional considerations. Partial implementation of biosimilars continues to pose multiple challenges in the provision of patient care.

scholarly journals Influence of Dental Occlusion on Oculomotory Function – A Pilot Study

2021 ◽  
pp. 151804
Author(s):  
Lydia Siebert ◽  
Christian Kirschneck ◽  
Karl-Friedrich Krey ◽  
Anja Ratzmann
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Dental Occlusion

scholarly journals TMJ Replacement Following Pseudoarthrosis of Condylar Neck Fracture With Dislocation of the Condylar Neck Within the Infra-Temporal Fossa

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 ◽  
pp. 247275122110368
Author(s):  
Sergio Olate ◽  
Claudio Huentequeo-Molina ◽  
Alejandro Unibazo ◽  
Juan Pablo Alister
Keyword(s):  
Temporal Bone ◽  
Orthognathic Surgery ◽  
Patient Specific ◽  
Dental Occlusion ◽  
Facial Trauma ◽  
Class Iii ◽  
Oral Rehabilitation ◽  
Tmj Dislocation ◽  
Patient Reported ◽  
Condylar Neck

Study Design: Case Report Objective: To present a patient with long-standing TMJ dislocation and pseudoarthrosis in the temporal bone treated with orthognathic surgery and unilateral joint replacement. Method: The patient, a 52-year-old female, came to our department to treat facial asymmetry and oral rehabilitation. The patient reported early facial trauma at 7 years old showing partial edentoulism, dental occlusion class III and a 19 mm mandibular midline deviation. Cone beam computed tomography showed the left TMJ in long-standing dislocation into the fossa temporalis, creating a new articular fossa in the temporal bone and adaptation of the hard and soft tissue. Results: Orthognathic surgery and TMJ replacement using a patient-specific implant and dental rehabilitation were planned; surgery was performed with no complications, and the 1-year follow-up showed that this treatment was a good option for long-standing TMJ dislocation. Conclusion: The long-term TMJ dislocation can be successfully treated by TMJ replacement using a patient-specific implant to obtain facial balance and oral function and avoid relapse.

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