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Dentistry exposes practitioners to numerous occupational hazards affecting both physical and mental health. This cross-sectional study aimed to assess the prevalence of occupational diseases among Tunisian dentists. In 2024, an online survey was conducted among 105 dentists, collecting data on demographics, professional practice, and health status. Results showed that musculoskeletal disorders were the most frequently reported (76.9%), followed by psychological disorders (60.6%), sleep disturbances (37.5%), biological accidents (17.3%), hearing disorders (13.5%), and respiratory conditions (7.7%). Despite these risks, only 57.4% of participants reported adopting preventive measures, and 28.6% sought formal recognition of occupational diseases. The findings highlight a wide range of work-related health issues, with ergonomic strain, mental stress, and exposure to biological hazards as major contributing factors. These results underscore the need for greater awareness, systematic preventive strategies, and coordinated occupational health interventions to protect dentists’ well-being and ensure sustainable professional practice.

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Aim: This study aimed to assess the oral health status of hearing-impaired children and evaluate the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of their caregivers in Khartoum State, Sudan. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 202 hearing-impaired children aged 6-16 years from three branches of Al-Amal schools. Data were collected using a pre-tested, self-administered questionnaire completed by caregivers, assessing their knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding oral health. Clinical examinations were conducted to evaluate the children’s oral health status using the DMFT/dmft indices, the Community Periodontal Index of Treatment Needs (CPITN), and the Simplified Oral Hygiene Index (S-OHI). Data were analyzed using SPSS version 24, with chi-square tests, ANOVA, t-tests, and Pearson correlation applied, setting the significance level at P ≤ 0.05. Results: The prevalence of dental caries was 81.3%, with an average DMFT score of 0.0962 and a dmft score of 0.0632. Most participants (60.1%) had fair oral hygiene, while periodontal health assessments using CPITN revealed significant treatment needs.

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Teeth periodontitis is an infectious disease leading to loosening of surrounding supporting structures, these surrounding tissues are connected to pulp tissue through apical foramen. The aim of this study is to evaluate the pulp health status clinically using pulse oximeter in sound periodontally compromised teeth. Sixty teeth are the experiments were divided into 3 groups, 20 teeth for each group as follows: moderate periodontitis, severe periodontitis and advanced periodontitis. The Pulp oxygen saturation level was 86.7, 84.2 and 78,8 moderate periodontitis, severe periodontitis and advanced periodontitis respectively. According to these results there is a direct proportion between decreased oxygen saturation level of pulp tissue and the severity of periodontitis.

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The integration of artificial intelligence with digital dentistry represents a transformative shift in contemporary oral healthcare. Over the past two decades, digital technologies such as intraoral scanning, cone-beam computed tomography, computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing, and 3D printing have revolutionized diagnostics, treatment planning, and prosthetic fabrication. Parallel advancements in AI, particularly machine learning and deep learning, have expanded dentistry’s potential for enhanced diagnostic precision, predictive analytics, and personalized care. This review provides a comprehensive overview of AI applications across major dental specialties, including caries detection, orthodontic planning, prosthodontic design, implantology, endodontics, periodontology, and forensic odontology. Further, the paper highlights synergies between AI and digital workflows such as intraoral scanning, 3D printing, and tele-dentistry, underscoring their role in improving efficiency, reducing chairside time, and enhancing patient outcomes. While AI offers significant benefits, challenges related to data privacy, standardization, accessibility, and clinician acceptance remain barriers to widespread adoption. Future directions emphasize integration with robotics, predictive analytics, cloud-based platforms, and robust ethical frameworks to ensure equitable, evidence-based practice. Collectively, AI is poised to serve as a collaborative partner in dentistry, augmenting clinician expertise and driving the transition toward a predictive, preventive, and patient-centered model of care.

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Emerging evidence over the past decades has elucidated the complex interplay between oral health and systemic diseases, highlighting periodontal disease as a pivotal contributor to a range of chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes mellitus, adverse pregnancy outcomes, and neurodegenerative disorders. This review synthesizes current knowledge on the pathophysiological mechanisms linking oral and systemic health, including chronic inflammation, microbial translocation, and biomarker expression. It further explores the diagnostic potential of salivary biomarkers and advances in non-invasive technologies, emphasizing their roles in early detection and disease monitoring. The importance of interdisciplinary collaboration between dental and medical professionals, integrated health records, and addressing healthcare disparities are discussed to improve patient outcomes. Challenges such as confounding factors, limited longitudinal studies, and gaps in establishing causality are acknowledged. Finally, future directions focusing on artificial intelligence, precision diagnostics, and policy integration are proposed to strengthen the oral–systemic healthcare paradigm.

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The management of edentulous ridges is of paramount importance in prosthetics rehabilitation in dentistry, particularly in the anterior regions for prosthetic or implant purposes. This clinical case reports the treatment of a 28-year-old female patient with stage III grade C periodontitis, presenting with mandibular anterior edentulism with a deficit in keratinized tissue and shallow vestibular depth. After an initial phase of periodontal treatment, an epithelial -connective tissue graft was performed to increase the height and thickness of the keratinized mucosa and the vestibular depth. The results at 2 months showed satisfactory healing, stable integration of the graft and improved local conditions for hygiene and future rehabilitation. A well-integrated graft of sufficient thickness allows for harmonious tissue continuity with adjacent structures, reinforcing the stability and durability of the planned prosthetic rehabilitation.

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Introduction: Autism is a group of neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs) that manifest in early childhood and vary from one individual to another. The term "spectrum" encompasses the full diversity of disorders and indicates a person's potential progression within the spectrum. The objective of our study was to assess the oral hygiene of children aged 5 to 16 years living with autism spectrum disorder at the University Hospital, National Odontostomatology Center Professor Hamady Traore of Bamako. Methodology: This was a descriptive cross-sectional study conducted over a 6-month period (from January 2021 to June 2021) at the Bamako University Hospital, National Center for Odontology and Stomatology (CHU-CNOS). All autistic children in the Bamako district, aged 5 to 16 years, whose parents consented to participate in our study, were included. We collected 35 children through a self-administered questionnaire, sent to each parent accompanying their child. Results: Males were the most represented gender, with 68.60% and a ratio of 0.5. The most represented age group was 5 to 10 years, or 51.42%, with a mean age of 9.84±2.73 and a range of 5 to 15 years. Children complained of toothache in 53.3% of cases. Participants experienced tantrums in 11.42% of cases. Children brushed their teeth alone without any assistance in 62.86% of cases. Conclusion: This study has allowed us to note structural and economic inadequacies in the care of children living with autism spectrum disorder. It is essential to develop pediatric health sectors to properly respond to the diverse health needs of this category of children in general and the needs for oral care in particular.