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Cyclic Fatigue Resistance and Surface Roughness of Rotary NiTi Instruments after Simulated Clinical Use in Curved Root Canals - An Atomic Force Microscopy Study

Abstract Objective: To examine the cyclic fatigue resistance and surface topography of TruNatomy and ProTaper Gold nickel-titanium rotary files and evaluate the presence of alterations to surface topography following instrumentation in simulated curved canals. Material and Methods: Twenty-four nickel-t...

Impact of Laughter Therapy on Anxiety and Pain in Pediatric Dentistry: A Double-Blinded Randomized, Controlled Clinical Trial

Abstract Objective: To evaluate the effect of laughter therapy on reducing anxiety and pain during dental procedures in children 5-7 years of age. Material and Methods: 48 children aged 5-7 years were included in this cross-over double-blinded clinical trial after the parents completed the Screen for C...

Salivary flow and salivary proteins in male and female children with autism spectrum disorder: pilot study

Introduction: autism spectrum disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects the establishment of bonds and communication. Dental care is more difficult for people with this disorder, because in addition to communication difficulties, non-cooperation with respect to oral hygiene and continuous u...

Fatores de risco associados à osteorradionecrose dos maxilares em pacientes com câncer de cavidade oral e orofaringe
Risk factors associated with osteoradionecrosis of the mandible in patients with cancer pf oral cavity and oropharynx

Introdução: A osteorradionecrose dos maxilares (ORN) é uma conhecida complicação relacionada à radioterapia, tendo grande impacto e podendo acometer indivíduos submetidos a radioterapia para tratamento de câncer da cavidade oral associado a uma condição dental desfavorável. Objetivo: Este est...

Effect of acid challenge and photoactivation distance on microhardness and roughness of flow bulk-fill composite resins

Abstract Introduction composite resins are indicated to the reconstruction of proximal walls and the evaluation of properties of flow bulk-fill composite resins exposed to acid challenge is necessary. Objective to evaluate the microhardness and roughness at different depths of photoactivation of bulk-f...

Multimodal exercise program contributes to balance and motor functions in men and women with Parkinson's disease differently: an intervention study

Motriz (Online); 28 (), 2022
Abstract Aim: To verify the effects of a multimodal exercise program on balance and motor functions, and the differences by sex, in people with Parkinson's disease (PD). Methods: The intervention study, was composed of 16 people with PD, that were assessed before and after 16 weeks of interventions wit...

Is fatigue associated with balance in Parkinson's disease?

Motriz (Online); 28 (), 2022
Abstract Background: Fatigue is a disabling symptom in the spectrum of Parkinson's disease (PD), affecting from 30% to 70% of the persons. Even though it is a common symptom, with negative repercussions for PD individuals, its correlation with balance is not established. Aim: The aims of this study wer...

Theoretical and Practical Foundations of Mokken Scale Analysis in Psychology

Abstract Item Response Theory represents one of the major advances in the field of developing valid and reliable measures in psychology. Among the main models used in this perspective are the Rasch model and the logistic models. These parametric models, however, are not suitable for all applications in p...

Autobiographical Narratives and Research on the Constitution of Subjectivity in the Vygostkian Perspective

Abstract Research on the constitution of subjectivity continues to be a relevant topic for Psychology. This study aimed to analyze the relevance of exploring autobiographical narratives as a methodological resource for understanding this process. Anchored in the premises of historical-cultural psychology...

Oral Health Care of Children and Adolescents with Different Impairments of Cerebral Palsy: Barriers and Challenges

Abstract Objective: To evaluate the barriers to access and oral health care faced by children and adolescents with Cerebral Palsy (CP) according to their motor impairment through the perception of caregivers. Material and Methods: A case series study was carried out at three health institutions in Pern...