Objective. Analyzing and comparing the fit and accuracy of removable partial denture (RPDs) frameworks fabricated with CAD/CAM and rapid prototyping methods with conventional techniques. Materials and Methods. The present systematic review was carried out according to PRISMA guidelines. The search was carried out on PubMed/MEDLINE, Cochrane collaboration, Science direct, and Scopus scientific engines using selected MeSH keywords. The articles fulfilling the predefined selection criteria based on the fit and accuracy of removable partial denture (RPD) frameworks constructed from digital workflow (CAD/CAM; rapid prototyping) and conventional techniques were included. Results. Nine full‐text articles comprising 6 in vitro and 3 in vivo studies were included in this review. The digital RPDs were fabricated in all articles by CAD/CAM selective laser sintering and selective laser melting techniques. The articles that have used CAD/CAM and rapid prototyping technique demonstrated better fit and accuracy as compared to the RPDs fabricated through conventional techniques. The least gaps between the framework and cast (41.677 ± 15.546 μm) were found in RPDs constructed through digital CAD/CAM systems. Conclusion. A better accuracy was achieved using CAD/CAM and rapid prototyping techniques. The RPD frameworks fabricated by CAD/CAM and rapid prototyping techniques had clinically acceptable fit, superior precision, and better accuracy than conventionally fabricated RPD frameworks.

Vaccination plays a crucial role in controlling the rate of coronavirus transmission and infectivity. Healthcare professionals are, in fact, at the greatest risk of contracting coronavirus due to their proximity and prolonged exposure to infected patients; this certitude alone enhances the stress and anxiety among patients and professionals alike. In this study, we aimed to assess the levels of anxiety experienced by healthcare professionals in their practices before and after getting vaccinated. This cross-sectional study was carried out in 2021. An electronic survey was distributed among the non-vaccinated and vaccinated healthcare workers. The survey consisted of the following parts: demographic characteristics, coronavirus-related questions, questions related to the specific field of healthcare professions, general anxiety questions, and working-hour-related questions. The Modified General Anxiety Scale (GAD-7) was used along with the paired t-test, Mann–Whitney U test, and Spearmen’s test for comparison. p ≤ 0.05 was considered statistically significant. A total of 798 healthcare professionals participated in the study. In this study, the majority of participants were females, with 598 (74.9%) being between the ages of 21 and 30, and 646 (80.9%) participants were graduates, with the majority being dentists. Non-vaccinated healthcare professionals had severe anxiety (30.9%), whereas, in vaccinated participants, anxiety levels were minimal (56.9%). A statistically significant correlation was discovered when comparing the scores of the vaccinated and non-vaccinated individuals as well as when comparing the professions of vaccinated participants, whereas no association was found with the gender and education level of participants. Vaccination is necessary for all entitled individuals to control the spread of coronavirus. It was discovered that there was an increase in anxiety levels before the vaccination was introduced. The anxiousness was greatly lessened following mass immunizations. Our research will help to raise public awareness of stigmatized mental health disorders in the healthcare industry.

Malocclusion is caused by an incorrect relationship between the teeth and jaws, which leads to an abnormal variation of normal occlusion. Crowding is an increasingly common type of malocclusion caused by a discrepancy in tooth-jaw size that leads to twisted and misaligned teeth. Two methods to treat this malalignment are tooth material reduction and arch width expansion. Of these two treatment options, the latter is preferred because it enables orthodontists to avoid extractions and increase the dental arch perimeter by widening the jaws; this resolves crowding and accommodates existing teeth. This case report describes a unique approach in the treatment of a patient with severe crowding by an orthopaedic widening of the dental arches using a skeletally anchored rapid palatal expander. Under favorable circumstances, this approach can serve as a robust method to treat patients with severe crowding and may be used as an alternative to extraction.

Dental anxiety is a common problem encountered in dental clinics that affects both patients and dentists. Adequate management of dental anxiety is critical for optimal treatment outcomes for the patient. This study aims to assess the efficacy of two anxiety‐reduction techniques (iatrosedation and music listening) for dental crown preparation in adult patients. In this clinical trial, 60 patients were randomly assigned to three groups: Group 1, iatrosedation; Group 2, music listening; and Group 3, control. Patients in all three groups underwent dental crown preparation. To measure the anxiety levels of the patients, heart rate was calculated using a pulse oximeter, and verbal rating scale scores were assessed. One‐way analysis of variance, post hoc analysis, and Spearman's correlation were used to compare the mean values of the three groups. Significant differences were observed in the heart rate and verbal rating scale scores among individuals in the study groups. A more substantial reduction in anxiety levels was found in patients exposed to iatrosedation (Group 1), which was followed by music listening (Group 2). Recorded heart rate and verbal rating scores were the highest in the control group patients. The iatrosedation technique significantly reduced dental anxiety for patients undergoing dental crown treatment; however, music listening was less effective than iatrosedation. Educating patients regarding the dental care they are about to receive is vital for reducing their anxiety.

Background and Aims: The objective of this study was to explore the short‐term impact of a brief, curated exposure to social networking site content on facial and smile dissatisfaction and face‐related self‐discrepancy among young adults. Additionally, the study aims to compare these effects with the use of appearance‐neutral Instagram images. Methods: A randomized control trial was conducted at Altamash Institute of Dental Medicine for a duration of 1 month. Freshly inducted students with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (first year) with no prior knowledge of smile parameters were asked questions about their satisfaction with their smiles. They were then divided into groups of 2 where both of the groups were shown images from social media. Half of the group was shown images of an idealized smile (#hollywoodsmile), whereas the other group was kept as control and shown images of nature (#nature). Both groups were asked to fill out the same questionnaire again to note down any difference this experiment made in their perceptions. Results: The study comprised predominantly female participants in both the experimental (74.1%) and control (70.4%) groups, with a mean age of 19.61 ± 1.86 and the majority (70.9%) spending one to 2 h on Instagram daily. Both groups maintained relatively stable OES scores from pre‐ to post‐exposure, with no significant differences observed. Whereas the experimental group exhibited higher mean SACS scores (4.74 ± 1.75) than the control group (3.28 ± 2.07). Lastly, the SDI analysis of the experimental and control group post‐exposure showed similar results. Conclusion: Our study suggests that despite frequent engagement with social media, individuals tend to report satisfaction with their smiles. Trial Registration: The study was registered at clinicaltrials. gov, date: 03/23/2023; identifier NCT05798650.

The objective of this study was to explore the short‐term impact of a brief, curated exposure to social networking site content on facial and smile dissatisfaction and face‐related self‐discrepancy among young adults. Additionally, the study aims to compare these effects with the use of appearance‐neutral Instagram images. A randomized control trial was conducted at Altamash Institute of Dental Medicine for a duration of 1 month. Freshly inducted students with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (first year) with no prior knowledge of smile parameters were asked questions about their satisfaction with their smiles. They were then divided into groups of 2 where both of the groups were shown images from social media. Half of the group was shown images of an idealized smile (#hollywoodsmile), whereas the other group was kept as control and shown images of nature (#nature). Both groups were asked to fill out the same questionnaire again to note down any difference this experiment made in their perceptions. The study comprised predominantly female participants in both the experimental (74.1%) and control (70.4%) groups, with a mean age of 19.61 ± 1.86 and the majority (70.9%) spending one to 2 h on Instagram daily. Both groups maintained relatively stable OES scores from pre‐ to post‐exposure, with no significant differences observed. Whereas the experimental group exhibited higher mean SACS scores (4.74 ± 1.75) than the control group (3.28 ± 2.07). Lastly, the SDI analysis of the experimental and control group post‐exposure showed similar results. Our study suggests that despite frequent engagement with social media, individuals tend to report satisfaction with their smiles. The study was registered at clinicaltrials. gov, date: 03/23/2023; identifier NCT05798650.