Rick Heard

ORCID: 0000-0003-4253-6105
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Research Areas
  • Periodontal Regeneration and Treatments
  • Dental Implant Techniques and Outcomes
  • Oral microbiology and periodontitis research
  • Dental materials and restorations
  • Oral and gingival health research
  • Dental Trauma and Treatments
  • Endodontics and Root Canal Treatments
  • Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
  • Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques
  • Oral Health Pathology and Treatment
  • Dental Health and Care Utilization
  • Dental Research and COVID-19
  • Medical and Biological Sciences
  • Bone and Dental Protein Studies
  • Ophthalmology and Eye Disorders
  • Digital Imaging in Medicine
  • Dental Radiography and Imaging
  • Cleft Lip and Palate Research
  • Laser Applications in Dentistry and Medicine

McGuireWoods
2016-2025

McGuire Institute
2021-2025

Research Network (United States)
2016-2023

The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
2000

Abstract A biologic is a therapeutic agent with biological activity that administered to achieve an enhanced regenerative or reparative effect. The use of biologics has progressively become core component contemporary periodontal practice. However, some questions remain about their safety, indications, and effectiveness in specific clinical scenarios. Given availability for routine the existing amount related evidence, goal this American Academy Periodontology (AAP) best evidence consensus...

10.1002/jper.22-0361 article EN cc-by-nc-nd Journal of Periodontology 2022-10-24

This prospective study assessed the dual-curing self-adhesive bulk-fill restorative Surefil one. The restorations were placed and reviewed by dental practitioners who are members of a practice-based research network in United States. Seven filled 60 cavities (20 class I, 19 II 21 V) 41 patients with one without adhesive, according to manufacturer's instructions. evaluated using modified USPHS criteria at baseline, 3 months, 1 year. Patients also contacted report postoperative...

10.1038/s41598-022-07965-z article EN cc-by Scientific Reports 2022-03-10

Abstract Aim To compare the effectiveness of two‐ridge preservation treatments. Materials and Methods Forty subjects with extraction sockets exhibiting substantial buccal dehiscences were enrolled randomized across 10 standardized centres. Treatments demineralized allograft plus reconstituted cross‐linked collagen membrane ( DFDBA + RECXC ) or deproteinized bovine bone mineral native, bilayer DBBMC NBCM ). Socket dimensions recorded at baseline 6 months. Wound closure soft tissue...

10.1111/jcpe.12623 article EN cc-by-nc Journal Of Clinical Periodontology 2016-09-12

ABSTRACT Objective The prospective clinical study followed up on self‐adhesive resin‐based bulk‐fill restorations. Materials and Methods Seven general dental practitioners from a practice‐based research network filled 60 cavities (20 Class I, 19 II, 21 V) in permanent vital teeth of 41 subjects with self‐adhesive, dual‐curing composite hybrid (Surefil one). Modified USPHS criteria were evaluated at baseline annually. Replacement or repair the restoration was defined as failure. Data analyzed...

10.1111/jerd.13468 article EN cc-by Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry 2025-03-28

Background : Multiple exposures to enamel matrix protein derivative (EMD) during periodontal therapy have been shown be safe for the patient. The purpose of this study was clinically determine if an altered course wound healing would occur after multiple EMD in treatment intrabony defects. A secondary aim assess efficacy probing depth reduction and clinical attachment level gain. Methods: Thirty‐two systemically healthy patients (18 females, 14 males, 33 69 years old) who were being treated...

10.1902/jop.2000.71.11.1715 article EN Journal of Periodontology 2000-11-01

The autogenous connective tissue graft (CTG) with coronally advanced flap (CTG+CAF) is the "gold standard" for recession defect coverage; however, researchers continue to pursue lower morbidity, more convenient and unlimited supply harvest substitutes, including those that could provide soft volume augmentation.A randomized, controlled, double-masked comparison of a volume-stable collagen matrix (VCMX) versus CTG was conducted at four clinical investigation sites. Single, contralateral,...

10.1002/jper.21-0131 article EN Journal of Periodontology 2021-07-21

Abstract Background The purpose of this publication is to report on the six‐month clinical results and patient‐reported outcomes (PROs) comparing surgical use erbium, chromium‐doped: yttrium, scandium, gallium, garnet (Er,Cr:YSGG) laser (ERL) minimally invasive technique (MIST) for treatment intrabony defects in subjects with generalized periodontitis stage III, grade B. Methods Fifty‐three adults (29 females 24 males; aged 19 73 years) 79 were randomized following scaling root planing (SRP)...

10.1002/jper.20-0028 article EN Journal of Periodontology 2020-07-02

Postextraction bone grafting and implant placement help preserve alveolar volume. Collagen wound dressings soft tissue graft substitutes may protect extraction socket grafts provide better gingival contours. This randomized, controlled, multicenter, double-blinded study was conducted to compare a control (wound dressing) test (soft graft) substitute in nearly intact sockets. Both sockets were grafted with xenogeneic graft. Graft containment, gap closure, contour, thickness examined over 16...

10.11607/prd.6124 article EN The International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry 2022-10-28

Abstract Background The purpose of this publication is to report on the 12‐month clinical and radiographic results comparing surgical use Er,Cr:YSGG laser (ERL) minimally invasive technique (MIST) for treatment intrabony defects in subjects with generalized periodontitis stage III, grade B. Methods Fifty‐three adult (29 females 24 males; 19–73 years) 79 were randomized following scaling root planing (SRP) receive ERL monotherapy ( n = 27) or MIST 26). Fifty completed study. Recession (REC),...

10.1002/jper.23-0286 article EN cc-by Journal of Periodontology 2023-10-17

Influence of Bicortical or Monocortical Anchorage on Maxillary Implant Stability: A 15-Year Retrospective Study Brånemark System Implants C.J. Ivanoff, K. Gröndahl, C. Berström, et al., Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants. 2000;15:103–110 In the literature, there is considerable debate over benefits bicortical stabilization implants. The purpose this retrospective study was to evaluate, a 15-year follow-up period, implant survival and marginal bone loss in maxilla as function either monocortical...

10.1097/00008505-200204000-00022 article EN Implant Dentistry 2002-06-01

Abstract This prospective study assessed the dual-curing self-adhesive composite hybrid Surefil one. The restorations were placed and reviewed by dental practitioners who are members of a practice-based research network in United States. Seven filled 60 cavities (20 class I, 19 II 21 V) 41 patients with one without adhesive, according to manufacturer’s instructions. evaluated using modified rating criteria at baseline after 3 months 1 year. Patients also contacted report postoperative...

10.21203/rs.3.rs-1159258/v1 preprint EN cc-by Research Square (Research Square) 2021-12-29
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