Juniper Publishers Journal Of Dentistry and Oral Health

      Juniper Publishers-Open Access Journal of Dentistry & Oral Health    Abstract Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate and compare for 18 months, clinical characteristics of compomer and two glass ionomer restorative material in class II cavities of primary teeth. Methods: Class II restorations performed in a pediatric dentistry clinic between Januray 2013 and March 2013 were evaluated. The materials were: a polyacid modified resin composite (compomer) (Dyract XP) with one-bottle bonding system (Prime & Bond NT) and two different types of reinforced glass ionomer restorative material (ChemFil Rock and GC Equia) At the end of 18 months, the data of 37 children aged 5 to 8 could be evaluated. Clinical examination was performed by one experienced examiner using the modified Ryge criteria at baseline and six- and eighteen-months. Fisher-Freeman-Halton Exact Test was used to evaluate the obtained data. Result: Compomer was the best sc

      Juniper Publishers-Open Access Journal of Dentistry & Oral Health    Abstract Coronal fracture of anterior teeth is a common problem of children as a result of dental trauma particularly during sports. This fracture has its drawbacks on the smile appearance that may affect the psychic state of the child. Restoration of such fracture is very important to restore the esthetic of the smile. May techniques are available; the most conservative one is reattachment of the fractured piece. This article describes the reattachment of fractured fragment of left central incisor of a child. The fractured tooth fragment was successfully reattached using a very simple technique. Circumferential beveling and using of micro hybrid composite was sufficient to get a good esthetic and durable result. At the end of the treatment, the patient was very happy and satisfied. Keywords: Reattachment; Bonding; Coronal fracture

    Juniper Publishers-Open Access Journal of Dentistry & Oral Health    Abstract Introduction:  Dental esthetics has become a very important concern in daily life because it has a direct impact on self-confidence, self-esteem and quality of life. The aim of this study was to determine the self-evaluated smile satisfaction among a Saudi population and the desired treatment that they would like to undergo to improve their smiles. Materials & Methods: A survey study, which included 1129 participants, was performed to determine the self-evaluated smile satisfaction among the Saudi population and the treatments they hope for to improve their smiles. Result:  The 1129 participants consisted of 273 males (24.2%) and 856 females (75.8%), with a median age of 26-33 years. Of these participants, 434 (38.4%) were not satisfied with their general dental appearance. In addition, 718 participants (63.6%) were dissatisfied with the color of their teeth, 38