Vol 25 issue 3 – International Journal of Medical Dentistry

EDITOR IN CHIEF
Vasile Burlui, Prof. PhD,
Member of the Medical Sciences Academy (Iaşi‑Romania)

DEPUTY EDITORS
Sorin Andrian, Prof. PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)

Carmen Stadoleanu, Prof. PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)

SECRETARY EDITORS
Laura Ecaterina Romila, Assist. Prof. PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)

Alexandra Burlui, Univ. Assist. PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)
Translation: Cristina Irimia (Iaşi, Romania)

EDITORIAL BOARD_______________________
Leonard Ionuţ Atanase, Prof. PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)
Adriana Bălan, Prof. PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)
Sorana Baciu, Assoc. Prof. PhD (Cluj-Napoca-Romania)
Florian Dorel Bodog, Prof. PhD (Oradea-Romania)
Alexandru Vasile Burlui, Univ. Assistant PhD Student
(Iaşi – Romania)
Irina Draga Căruntu, Prof. PhD, Associate Member of
the Medical Sciences Academy (Iaşi‑Romania)
Anca Silvia Dumitriu, Prof. PhD (“Carol Davila” University
of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest‑Romania
Vasile Chiriţa, Prof. PhD, Associate Member of
the Medical Sciences Academy (Iaşi‑Romania)
Alexandru Vlad Ciurea, Prof. PhD (Bucharest‑Romania)
Morris Clark, Prof. DDS Oro‑Maxillo‑Facial Surgery
and Anesthesiology, Faculty of Dentistry,
University of Colorado
Mariana Constantiniuc, Prof. PhD (Cluj-Napoca-
Romania)
George Costin, Prof. PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)
Oana Cucoveică, Univ. Assistant PhD Student
(Iaşi – Romania)
Oana Daraba, Lecturer PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)
Jacques Desbrieres, Prof. PhD (Pau, France)
Bogdan Dimitriu, Prof. PhD (Bucharest, Romania)
Carmen Dorobăţ, Prof. PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)
Letiţia Doina Duceac, Assoc. Prof. PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)
Mihaela Adina Dumitrache, Assoc. Prof. PhD
(Bucharest‑Romania)
Horia Dumitriu, Prof. PhD, Associate Member of
the Medical Sciences Academy (Bucharest‑Romania
Lucian Eva, Assist. Prof. PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)
Gabriela Haliţchi, Lecturer PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)
Alexandru Andrei Iliescu, Assistant Prof. PhD
(Craiova‑Romania)
Mona Ionaş, Prof. PhD (Sibiu‑Romania)
Constantin Iordache, Prof. PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)
Tatiana Iov, Assoc. Prof. PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)
Gianina Iovan, Assoc. Prof. PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)
Mihai Luchian, Assoc. Prof. PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)
Silvia Mârţu, Prof. PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)
Gabriela Mihalache, Assoc. Prof. PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)
Catalina Morăraşu, Prof. PhD (Saint Paul‑USA)
Mihaela Moscu, Assoc.PhD (Iaşi, Romania)
Lavinia Negruţiu, Prof. PhD (Timisoara-Romania)
Luminiţa Nica, Assoc. Prof. PhD (Timisoara-Romania)
Doina Onisei, Prof. PhD (Arad – Romania)
Adriana Pirte, Assoc. Prof. PhD (Oradea-Romania)
Marcel Popa, Prof. PhD (Iaşi, Romania)
Sorin Popşor, Prof. PhD (Targu Mures-Romania)
Elena Rezuş, Assoc. Prof. PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)
Ciprian Rezuş, Assoc. Prof. PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)
Carol Stanciu, Prof. PhD, Member of the Romanian
Academy (Iaşi‑Romania)
J.R. Strub, Prof. PhD (Freiburg‑Germany)
Melinda Szekely, Prof. PhD (Targu Mures-Romania)
Ligia Vaida, Assoc. Prof. PhD (Oradea-Romania)
Constantin Vârlan, Prof. PhD, (Bucharest, Romania)
D.P. Vinuth, MDS, Assist. Prof. (Jabalpur-India)
Irina Zetu, Prof PhD (Iaşi – Romania)

ADVISORY BOARD_______________________
Ashish Aggarwal, BDS, MDS, Assistant Prof.,
Institute of Dental Sciences (Bareilly‑India)
Daniela Boişteanu, Assoc. Prof. PhD, Associate Member
of the Medical Science Academy (Iaşi‑Romania)
Beate Brand‑Saberi, Prof. PhD (Bochum‑Germany)
Alexandru Bucur, Prof. PhD (Bucharest‑Romania)
Roxana Chiriţa, Prof. PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)
Yves Commissionat, Prof. PhD MD (Paris‑France)
Vito Casella (Napoli‑Italy)
Gerald Gitsch, Prof. PhD (Freiburg‑Germany)
Andrei Iliescu, Prof. PhD, Member of the Medical
Sciences Academy (Bucharest‑Romania)
Rodica Luca, Prof. PhD (Bucharest‑Romania)
Claude Matasă, Prof. PhD (San Diego‑USA)
Adam Maxim, Prof. PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)
George Morăraşu, Prof. PhD (Minnesota Roseville‑USA)
Friedrich Paulsen, Prof. PhD (Erlangen Nurnberg‑
Germany)
Alexandru Petre, Prof. PhD (Bucharest‑Romania)
Luciano Poli, Prof. PhD (Pisa-Italy)
Herve Reychler, Prof. (Brussels‑Belgium)
Sorin Riga, Prof. PhD (Bucharest‑Romania)
Mariana Sabău, Assoc. Prof. PhD (Sibiu‑Romania)
Dragoş Stanciu, Prof. PhD (Bucharest‑Romania)
Horia‑Nicolai L. Teodorescu, Prof. PhD, Member of
the Romanian Academy (Iaşi‑Romania)
Teodor Trăistaru, Prof. PhD (Bucharest‑Romania)
Georgeta Zegan, Prof. PhD (Iaşi‑Romania)
Executive secretary: Dumitrescu Georgiana Anca

INFLAMMATORY ODONTOGENIC CYST. A CASE REPORT

Authors: Roba ALSAHMAN, Lujain ALSAHMAN, Chidozie Ifechi ONWUKA

Abstract: Inflammatory odontogenic cysts are pathological fluid-filled cavities lined by the epithelium, originating from the remnants of odontogenic epithelial cells - such as rests cells...

TREATMENT OF COMPLETE EDENTULISM USING THE ALL-ON-4 SYSTEM. A CASE REPORT

Authors: Diana DIACONU-POPA, Anca VIȚALARIU, Andra AUNGURENCEI, Cătălina HOLBAN –CIOLOCA, Monica TATARCIUC

Abstract: Conventional technologies applied for obtaining full dentures are still widely used in practice, due to their advantages: low cost, easy working method, oral rehabilitation...

INFERIOR DENTAL NERVE ANATOMY AND INJURY PREVENTION DURING IMPLANT PLACEMENT. AN UPDATE REVIEW

Authors: Sumaia AJLAN, Hamad ALZOMAN

Abstract: The inferior dental nerve (IDN) is an important mandibular landmark in implant dentistry. Generally, IDN enters the mandible at the mandibular foramen, runs through...

EFFECT OF RESIN CEMENT TYPE ON THE COMPRESSIVE-BOND STRENGTH OF FIBER REINFORCED COMPOSITE POSTS....

Authors: Shahrzad TAHERI, Haleh MOGHARNAS, Mehrnaz KARIMI AFSHAR

Abstract: Introduction. Resin cement is used to cement Fiber Reinforced Composite Posts (FRCP), but their bond strength can be influenced by the cement type. This...

A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF PHYSICAL AGENTS IN THE THERAPY OF MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS FOR GNATHOLOGIC...

Authors: Liliana SACHELARIE, Elena COSTESCU, Ovidiu Virgil STADOLEANU, Emilian STAVARACHE, Sergiu STRATICIUC, Cornel BOTEZ, Dorina Maria FARCAS

Abstract: The stomatologist profession induces, over long run, modifications of the backbone, caused by the position on the chair. The degenerative diseases of the vertebral...

OLD MEETS NEW IN OCCLUSAL ANALYSIS. A LITERATURE REVIEW

Authors: Smaranda BUDURU, Ioana-Maria COLCERIU-ȘIMON, Ondine LUCACIU, Mara-Ștefania ȘIMON, Andreea KUI, Marius NEGUCIOIU

Abstract: There is an ongoing controversy regarding the best way of obtaining an accurate occlusal analysis for the diagnosis and treatment of various complex cases....

THE USE OF PREFORMED METAL CROWNS IN CHILDREN USING THE HALL TECHNIQUE IN SAUDI...

Authors: Mannaa ALDOWSARI, Ohoud ALRASHEED, Rahaf BIN HAMDAN, Khuloud ALMALKI, Zuhair M ALKAHTANI, Nahar GHOUTH

Abstract: Aim: To explore and assess the level of knowledge, use and opinion of general dental practitioners in Saudi Arabia regarding the use of the...

THE USE OF BLEACHING AGENTS TO AESTHETICALLY TREATED NON-CAVITATED DISCOLORED LESIONS. A SCOPING REVIEW

Authors: Sarah S. Al-ANGARI

Abstract: This scoping review aimed at investigating the efficacy of bleaching as a non-invasive aesthetic treatment option for non-cavitated white spot lesions (WSLs) and stained...

ASSESSMENT OF BUCCAL BONE THICKNESS IN THE MAXILLARY AND MANDIBULAR CANINE USING CONE-BEAM COMPUTED...

Authors: Rahmah Abdullah ALMAHDI, Mohammed ALASQAH

Abstract: Aim. To assess the anatomical dimensions of buccal bone thickness of maxillary and mandibular canines for immediate dental implant procedure using CBCT in Saudi...

PERVASIVENESS OF MAXILLARY ALTERED PASSIVE ERUPTION. A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY

Authors: Hamad A. ALSAWIDAN, Ahmed TAWFIG, Mohammed ALASQAH, Khalid GUFRAN

Abstract: Introduction. The present research was intended to evaluate the frequency of altered passive eruption (APE) among Saudi population in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and to...

ALTERNATE RAPID MAXILLARY EXPANSION AND CONSTRICTION (ALT-RAMEC) AND MINI-SCREW ASSISTED RAPID PALATAL EXPANSION (MARPE)...

Authors: Huda M. AL KAWARI

Abstract: Maxillary deficiency is a common problem in orthodontic patients. A possibility to increase the skeletal effects of Class III treatment on the maxillae is...

РREVALENCE OF MALOCCLUSION AMONG SCHOOLCHILDREN FROM LVIV (UKRAINE)

Authors: Natalia CHUKHRA, Markiyan LESITSKIY, Yuriy RIBERT, Iryna DUBETSKA-HRABOUS, Oleh MOKRYK

Abstract: Introduction. The aim of the present study was to determine the prevalence of malocclusions among schoolсhildren from Lviv. Materials and methods. 1,167 schoolchildren...

ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT APPROACHES AMONG ORTHODONTISTS IN SAUDI ARABIA

Authors: Lubna ALFALEH, Laila BAIDAS

Abstract: Introduction. Evaluation of changes in orthodontic practice trends over the years is essentials for defining treatment efficacy. Our study aimed at evaluating the current...

EFFECT OF HYPERDONTIA UPON TEETH ERUPTION

Authors: Radka CHOLAKOVA, Petya KANAZIRSKA

Abstract: Introduction. All teeth and dental structures in excess of the normal dental formula of 20 primary and 32 permanent teeth are referred to as...

ASSESSMENT OF KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PRACTICES OF TELEDENTISTRY DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC IN SOUTHERN...

Authors: Siraj DAA KHAN, Musleh AL-GARNI, Hassan Hadi AL-MUTARID, Zabnan Mosfer AL BAHRI, Mahdi Hadi AL SULAYYIM, Saleh Mane AL MAHAMES

Abstract: Introduction: The pandemic created a new communication tool, namely teledentistry, applied in different dental fields all around the world. The aim and objective of...

ON THE EFFECTS OF COVID-19 PANDEMIC ON DENTISTRY AND ON THE EXISTING PROTECTION PROTOCOLS....

Authors: Mina FARHANG, Mehrnaz Karimi AFSHAR

Abstract: The emergence of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in January 2020 plunged the world into a global pandemic. The disease caused...

SYNTHESIS OF NEW ANTIBACTERIAL DENTAL MONOMER BY 4-AMINO-2H-CHROMEN-2-ONE AND INVESTIGATION OF ITS MECHANICAL PROPERTIES

Authors: Hossein AMINZADEH, Hassan SHEIBANI, Iman MOHAMMADZADEH

Abstract: Introduction. Secondary caries is the most important reason for replacement and removal of restorative materials containing composite resins, because caries causes infectious complications and...

IMMUNOHISTOCHEMICAL ASSESSMENT OF OLEUROPEIN EFFECTS ON WOUND HEALING IN DIABETIC ORAL ULCERS. AN ANIMAL...

Authors: Maryam Alsadat HASHEMIPOUR, Molok Torabi PARIZI, Faezeh NAZEMI, Ali TAHERI

Abstract: Introduction. Wound healing is a complicated process, including inflammation, proliferation, epithelialization, angiogenesis, and collagen matrix formation. The present study aimed at evaluating the effects...

PATIENT-DENTIST RELATIONSHIP AND ITS EFFECT ON DENTAL ANXIETY

Authors: Fatemeh MOSLEMI, Amirhossein AQASSI, Maryam Alsadat HASHEMIPOUR

Abstract: Introduction. Anxiety is a limiting factor in patients seeking dental care. This is a physiological factor which patients can hide, representing a complex phenomenon...

PATIENT- STOMATOLOGIST RELATION WITHIN THE PANDEMIC CONTEXT

Authors: Mihai COZMIN, Andor Toni CIGU, Andrei ȘTEFĂNESCU, Horia STOICESCU, Liviu STAFIE, Mihaela VASILIU, Carmen STADOLEANU

Abstract: The actual pandemic COVID-19 context has a special bio-psycho-social impact on a patient with oral pathology, inducing psychological anxiety and vulnerability. The fear of...

MORPHOLOGICAL CHANGES IN THE GUMS AND LIVER OF EXPERIMENTAL ANIMALS UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF...

Authors: Andriana SKALAT, Oleg MROCHKO, Khrystyna BURDA

Abstract: Introduction. The periodontal disease is one of the leading challenges in modern dentistry, due to its high prevalence in people of all ages, to...

PROGNOSTIC VALUE OF MEAN PLATELET VOLUME IN NEONATES WITH NECROTIZING ENTEROCOLITIS

Authors: Maryam Kouhestani PARIZI, Mohammad Rezazadeh KERMANI, Mohammad Sadegh ZEINADDINI, Sayed Amir HOSSEIN GANDJALIKHAN NASSAB

Abstract: Introduction: Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is one of the most common and serious gastrointestinal diseases in preterm infants. It occurs when the tissue of the...