A5043294826- Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
- Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
- Dental Radiography and Imaging
- Dental Implant Techniques and Outcomes
- Dental materials and restorations
- Dental Research and COVID-19
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea Research
- Oral microbiology and periodontitis research
- dental development and anomalies
- Periodontal Regeneration and Treatments
- Cleft Lip and Palate Research
- Oropharyngeal Anatomy and Pathologies
- Dental Anxiety and Anesthesia Techniques
- Digital Imaging in Medicine
- Craniofacial Disorders and Treatments
- Laser Applications in Dentistry and Medicine
- Neuroscience of respiration and sleep
- Anatomy and Medical Technology
- Dental Health and Care Utilization
- Voice and Speech Disorders
- Oral Health Pathology and Treatment
- Oral and gingival health research
- Endodontics and Root Canal Treatments
- Salivary Gland Disorders and Functions
- Advanced X-ray and CT Imaging
University of Catania
2019-2025
University of Messina
2021-2025
Surgical Specialties (Canada)
2024
Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria Policlinico - Vittorio Emanuele
2019-2021
Abstract Introduction Oral diseases are common and affect millions of people worldwide. They can range from mild easily treatable conditions to more severe serious diseases. Proper oral hygiene regular dental monitoring essential for maintaining good health. When it comes children’s health well-being, parents’ education level plays a critical role. Research has shown that higher educational attainment is associated with better outcomes their children. Our aim evaluate whether employment...
According to Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services HHS 2017, when a medical disease suddenly manifests itself with acute symptoms of sufficient intensity (including extreme pain) endangering the patient's health, seriously impairing body functions or bringing an organ its portion be dysfunctional, emergency has occurred. Therefore, this study aimed assess knowledge, attitude, perceived confidence in handling emergencies among dental students by means conducting investigation.
Several semi-automatic software are available for the three-dimensional reconstruction of airway from DICOM files. The aim this study was to evaluate accuracy segmentation upper testing four free source and one commercially software. A total 20 cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) were selected perform airway. tested Invesalius, ITK-Snap, Dolphin 3D, 3D Slicer Seg3D. same models manually segmented (Mimics software) set as gold standard (GS) reference investigation. specific imaging...
The accuracy of surgical guides is a relevant factor in both safety and prosthetic implications. impact widespread fabrication technologies (milling 3D printing) was investigated.Surgical manufactured by means two specific milling 3D-printing systems were digitized compared analysis with the digital file designed guides. surface mean distance (at where teeth mucosa made contact) axial linear deviations sleeves' housings measured metrological software program. Univariate multivariate...
Abstract Background The objective of this investigation is to assess the relationship between utilisation orthodontic intermaxillary elastics and temporomandibular disorder (TMD) symptoms in clear aligner patients examine correlation elastic usage time with Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders (DC/TMD)—Axis II Evaluation Forms. Methods This study was carried out on a total 40 using experimental group 30 who did not use any control group. data were evaluated Mann–Whitney U ,...
Abstract Background This study aimed to assess the accuracy of digital workflow for guided insertion miniscrews in anterior palate using restorative implant dentistry software and licensed orthodontic applications. Methods Twenty subjects (8 males, 12 females, mean age = 16.7 ± 2.1 years) were prospectively selected receive bicortical palatal miniscrews. Virtual planning was performed (Blue Sky Plan*, version 4.7) (group 1 10 subjects) (Dolphin Imaging Software, 11.0) 2 subjects). A specific...
The accuracy of 3D reconstructions the craniomaxillofacial region using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) is important for morphological evaluation specific anatomical structures. Moreover, an accurate segmentation process fundamental physical reconstruction anatomy (3D printing) when a preliminary simulation therapy required. In this regard, objective study to evaluate four different types software semiautomatic mandibular jaw compared manual segmentation, used as gold standard. Twenty...
To evaluate the accuracy of automatic deep learning-based method for fully segmentation mandible from CBCTs.CBCT-derived segmentation.Forty CBCT scans healthy patients (20 females and 20 males, mean age 23.37 ± 3.34) were collected, a manual was carried out by using Mimics software. Twenty randomly selected used training artificial intelligence model file. The remaining masks to test CNN comparing volumes 3D models obtained with segmentations. CNN-based also assessed DICE Score coefficient...
The study's objective was to assess the accuracy (trueness and precision) of orthodontic models obtained from crowded spaced dentition finalized for production clear aligners. Four 3D printers featuring different technologies market segments were used this purpose.Two digital master two patients respectively (CM group) diastema/edentulous spaces (DEM group). tested were: Form 3B (SLA technology, medium-professional segment), Vector 3SP industrial Asiga Pro 4K65 (DLP high-professional...
Abstract Hemorrhage control is a crucial aspect of dental procedures, and achieving efficient hemostasis remains key challenge. The advent hemostatic dressings has revolutionized the field dentistry by providing effective convenient solutions for managing bleeding in vari-ous scenarios. This article aims to provide an overview dressings, their mechanisms action, diverse applications dentistry. We applied following Pop-ulation, Exposure, Comparator, Outcomes (PICO) model assess document...
Abstract Background and objective In recent years, the complex interplay between systemic health oral well-being has emerged as a focal point for researchers healthcare practitioners. Among several important connections, convergence of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM), dyslipidemia, chronic periodontitis, peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) is remarkable example. These components collectively contribute to network interactions that extends beyond their domains, underscoring intricate...