OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of Odontology is 4. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2021-05-01 to 2025-05-01.)

Article	Citations
Physicochemical and microbiological assessment of a dental adhesive doped with cashew nut shell liquid	67
Evaluation of the effect of different desensitizers on pulpal blood flow after full crown preparation using laser Doppler flowmetry: a randomized clinical trial	40
Comparative evaluation of six commercial adult toothpaste formulations reveals cytotoxicity and altered functions in a human oral melanocyte model: an in vitro study	34
Alterations of posterior pharyngeal wall movement during swallowing in postoperative tongue cancer patients: assessment with a videofluoroscopic swallowing study	30
Association between apical periodontitis and brain inflammation: a systematic review from animals and human studies	24
Relationships of physical constitution with occlusal force and masticatory performance in adults with natural dentition	24
Root canal morphology of mandibular anterior permanent teeth in Turkish sub-population using two classification systems: a cone-beam computed tomography study	22
Impact of liner treatment on the translucency of CAD/CAM multi-colored lithium disilicate and multi-layered zirconia implant-supported crowns, and evaluation of fracture strength of ceramic crowns	22
Correction: miR-708-3p targetedly regulates LSD1 to promote osteoblast differentiation of hPDLSCs in periodontitis	21
Biocompatibility of irrigation solutions to dental-derived mesenchymal stem cells in regenerative endodontic procedure: a systematic review of in vitro studies	21
Accuracy of CBCT with blooming artifact reduction filter on the measurements of dentin thickness in root canals with radiodense materials: an in vitro study	20
Pan-immune-inflammatory value and systemic immune-inflammatory index in relation to osteoradionecrosis of the jaws: a single institutional experience over 15 years	19
Comparison of oral health-related quality of life among endodontic patients with irreversible pulpitis and pulp necrosis using the oral health-related endodontic patient’s quality of life scale	18
Curcumin nanoparticles: the topical antimycotic suspension treating oral candidiasis	17
Color stability, surface roughness, and surface morphology of universal composites	17
Evaluation of efficacy of new chalcone-based endodontic irrigant against dual biofilm Enterococcus faecalis and Candida albicans: a study in vitro	16
Method 300: a complementary teaching methodology in Dentistry	16
Role of magnesium-doped calcium sulfate and β-tricalcium phosphate composite ceramics in macrophage polarization and osteo-induction	16
Efficacy of irrigation activation methods in removal of bioceramic-based sealer in retreatment	15
Dental maxillary sinus pathology: a CBCT-based case–control study	14
Effect of a novel irrigation regimen and root canal filling material versus conventional endodontic protocols on dentin wettability	14
Metrics for prosthetic cervical margin integrity assessment after dental CAD/CAM milling: a critical analysis from engineering viewpoint	14
Feasibility of craniofacial landmark plotting on magnetic resonance images	14
Compressive strength evaluation of thin occlusal veneers from different CAD/CAM materials, before and after acidic saliva exposure	13
Antimicrobial effects of agitational irrigation on single- and multispecies biofilms in dentin canals	13

Usefulness of preoperative computed tomography findings for airway management in patients with acute odontogenic infection: a retrospective study	12
Detection of Merkel cell polyomavirus in multiple primary oral squamous cell carcinomas	12
Diode laser versus sclerotherapy: bloodless approaches in the treatment of oral pyogenic granuloma (randomised controlled clinical trial)	12
Speed-sintering and the mechanical properties of 3–5 mol% Y2O3-stabilized zirconias	11
Mechanical properties of simulated dentin caries treated with metal cations and l-ascorbic acid 2-phosphate	11
Evaluation of hydrogen peroxide diffusion in the pulp chamber, bleaching efficacy, and physicochemical properties of an experimental in-office bleaching gel containing a hydroxyapatite-capsaicin compo	11
Susceptibility to discoloration of dental restorative materials containing dimethacrylate resin after bleaching	11
Effect of non-surgical periodontal treatment on visfatin and chemerin concentration in the gingival crevicular fluid	11
The effectiveness of a self-reported questionnaire on masticatory function in health examinations	11
Fracture strength of endocrowns after thermomechanical aging	11
Establishment of immortalized human minor salivary gland cells and chemokine expression induced by IFN-γ, TNF-α, and IL-1β	10
Do the apical limit and diameter of the instrumentation influence the extrusion of sodium hypochlorite solution? A micro-CT study	10
3D–2D microleakage assessment of preheated bulk-fill composite resin applied with different parameters: a micro-CT analysis	10
Postoperative pain of minimally invasive root canal treatment:a randomized clinical trial	10
Effect of root perforation repair with mineral aggregate-based cements on the retention of customized fiberglass posts	9
Wear and roughness analysis of two highly filled flowable composites	9
The effect of different kinematics on apical debris extrusion with a single-file system	9
Effects of rice fermented extracts, “Sake Lees”, on the functional activity of odontoblast-like cells (KN-3 cells)	9
Is periodontitis triggering an inflammatory response in the liver, and does this reaction entail oxidative stress?	9
MicroRNA and their implications in dental pulp inflammation: current trends and future perspectives	9
Influence of light exposure techniques on in vitro pulp temperature rise during bulk fill composite Class I restorations	9
Prevalence of multiple roots and complex canal morphology in mandibular premolars among a selected Southern Egyptian sub-population: a CBCT-analysis	8
Evaluation of residual dentin thickness using quantitative light-induced fluorescence technology	8
TiO2 nanotubes incorporated into a glaze-coating ceramic: surface roughness, color, and antibiofilm activity	8
Effects of smoking on the bone alkaline phosphatase in peri-implant crevicular fluid and implant stability quotient around implants before loading	8
Assessment of the effect of experimental gel of pregabalin associated with 35% hydrogen peroxide bleaching on bovine dental enamel: an in vitro study	8
Deep learning with convolution neural network detecting mesiodens on panoramic radiographs: comparing four models	8
Effect of photo-thermal acceleration on in-office bleaching	8
Hormone replacement therapy did not alleviate temporomandibular joint inflammatory pain in ovariectomized rats	8
Curcumin administration mitigates periodontitis-induced tissue damage in hypercholesterolemic rats: a natural preventive approach	8
Increased SEC14L2 expression is associated with clinicopathological features and worse prognosis in oral squamous cell carcinoma	8
Effects of smoking on the salivary and GCF levels of IL-17 and IL-35 in periodontitis	8
Inhibition of DCUN1D1 attenuates periodontitis by suppressing NF-κB signaling	8
Investigation of oral health findings and genotype correlations in osteogenesis imperfecta	8
Effect of the incorporation of hydroxyapatite on the diametral tensile strength of conventional and hybrid glass ionomer cements	8
Effect of acid-etching solution on surface properties, crystallography, and shear bond strength of ultra-translucent zirconia to enamel	8
A mechanical and three-dimensional finite element study of the optimum tooth sectioning depth during the extraction of low-level horizontally impacted mandibular third molar	7
Push-out bond strength and SEM fractographical analysis of hollow fibre posts used with self-adhesive resin cement: a pilot study	7
Irrigant flow characteristics in the root canal with internal root resorption: a computational fluid dynamics evaluation	7
Evaluation of stress and strain on mandible caused using “All-on-Four” system from PEEK in hybrid prosthesis: finite-element analysis	7
Long-lasting adverse effects of short-term stress during the suckling–mastication transition period on masticatory function and intraoral sensation in rats	7
Evaluating key predictors of anatomical complexity in mandibular incisors: insights from CBCT analysis considering premolar anatomy, sex, and age	7
Arrest of root caries with an adjuvant chlorhexidine–fluoride varnish over a 12-months observation period: a QLF-analyzed, placebo-controlled, randomized, clinical trial (RCT)	7
Development of lightweight and high-strength hollow titanium-plated denture material using three-dimensional printing	7
Does non-surgical periodontal treatment contribute to rheumatoid arthritis amelioration? Evidence based on an overview and meta-analysis	7
METTL14-mediated m6A RNA methylation promotes the osteogenic differentiation of pPDLSCs by regulating WNT3A	7
Correction to: The effect of functionalized titanium dioxide nanotube reinforcement on the water sorption and water solubility properties of flowable bulk-fill composite resins	7
Update on citric acid use in endodontic treatment: a systematic review	7
N-acetylcysteine antimicrobial action against endodontic pathogens—systematic review and meta-analysis	7
Osteogenic potential of silver nanoparticles in critical sized mandibular bone defects: an experimental study in white albino rats	7

Tooth whitening: current status and prospects	7
Repeatability of dental shade by digital spectrophotometry in current, former, and never smokers	7
Immuno-histopathologic evaluation of mineralized plasmatic matrix in the management of horizontal ridge defects in a canine model (a split-mouth comparative study)	7
Immunoexpression of SIRT1, 6, and 7 in oral leukoplakia and oral squamous cell carcinoma	7
Clinical evaluation of posterior flowable short fiber-reinforced composite restorations without proximal surface coverage	7
Endoscopic visualization of the inferior alveolar nerve associated with somatosensory changes after impacted mandibular third molar extraction	7
Peri-implantitis with a potential axis to brain inflammation: an inferential review	7
How loss of tooth structure impacts the biomechanical behavior of a single-rooted maxillary premolar: FEA	6
Bacterial adhesion to composite resins produced by additive and subtractive manufacturing	6
Vertical root fracture resistance and dentinal crack formation of root canal-treated teeth instrumented with different nickel–titanium rotary systems: an in-vitro study	6
Mode of failure and finite element analysis of custom-made PEEK post–core (milled and pressed)	6
Screw-in force, torque generation, and performance of glide-path files with three rotation kinetics	6
Synergistic antibacterial effect of ginsenoside Rh2 and calcium hydroxide on Enterococcus faecalis	6
Effects of nicotine and lipopolysaccharide stimulation on adhesion molecules in human gingival endothelial cells	6
Correction: Prevalence of multiple roots and complex canal morphology in mandibular premolars among a selected Southern Egyptian sub-population: a CBCT-analysis	6
Impact of low-fusion gutta-percha cones used in variations of the continuous wave condensation technique with filling sealers based on bioceramic compounds on the quality of root canal filling	6
Correction: Compressive strength evaluation of thin occlusal veneers from different CAD/CAM materials, before and after acidic saliva exposure	5
Influence of build angle, printing layer thickness and aging on the flexural strength, precision, roughness and porosity analysis of a printed resin for provisional restorations	5
Universal adhesive: the effect of different simulated pulpal pressure fluids and bonding modes to dentin	5
Intervention with extracellular matrix metalloproteinase inducer in osteoclasts attenuates periodontitis-induced bone resorption	5
β-defensin 2 synthesized by a cell-free protein synthesis system and encapsulated in liposomes inhibits adhesion of Porphyromonas gingivalis to oral epithelial cells	5
Laser-assisted Icon and clinpro for restoring white spot lesions: an in vitro comparative study	5
Association of salivary mmp-8 gene polymorphism with its protein expression in oral submucous fibrosis patients	5
Root canal disinfection and maintenance of the remnant tooth tissues by using grape seed and cranberry extracts	5
Effects of hydroxyapatite nanorods prepared through Elaeagnus Angustifolia extract on modulating immunomodulatory/dentin–pulp regeneration genes in DPSCs	5
Clinical assessment of dental color during dehydration and rehydration by various dental photography techniques	5
The impact of various substrates, ceramic shades, and brands on the ultimate color and masking capacity of highly translucent monolithic zirconia: an in vitro study	5
Physicochemical, mechanical and biological properties of nano-calcium silicate-based cements: a systematic review	5
Increase Toll-like receptors 2 and 4 in apical periodontitis of rats with chronic liver disease	5
Stability of masticatory movements after placement of implant-supported denture	5
Masticatory performance of unilateral chewing and free chewing	5
Permeability of P. gingivalis or its metabolic products through collagen and dPTFE membranes and their effects on the viability of osteoblast-like cells: an in vitro study	5
Expression with early postnatal peak and female-dominant sexual dimorphism of phospholipase D (PLD) 2 in submandibular gland ducts in situ of mice	5
Effect of different cavity designs and CAD/CAM blocks on fracture resistance of maxillary premolars with MOD cavities	5
Vertical ridge augmentation of atrophic posterior mandible with corticocancellous onlay symphysis graft versus sandwich technique: clinical and radiographic analysis	5
The evaluation of prepared microstructure pattern by carbon-dioxide laser on zirconia-based ceramics for dental implant application: an in vitro study	5
Feasibility of 3 Tesla MRI for the assessment of mid-palatal suture maturation: a retrospective pilot study	5
Micro-CT evaluation of rotary and reciprocating glide path and shaping systems outcomes in maxillary molar curved canals	5
Effect of green tea-loaded chitosan nanoparticles on leathery dentin microhardness	4
Effects of universal adhesives on dentin matrix proteins, matrix metalloproteinases and cytokine release of human pulp cells	4
Effect of several nickel-titanium rotary systems on stress distribution in mandibular molars under occlusal forces: a finite element analysis	4
Effect of heat application on the physicochemical properties of new endodontic sealers: an in vitro and SEM study	4
Effect of air-thinning a two-step adhesive layer on bond strength to tooth substrates	4
Effects of experimental in-office bleaching gels incorporated with co-doped titanium dioxide nanoparticles on dental enamel physical properties	4
Assessment of dentin mineral density of human teeth using micro-computed tomography in two kilovoltage levels	4
Antibacterial effect of silver nanoparticles mixed with calcium hydroxide or chlorhexidine on multispecies biofilms	4
Effects of pre-heating on physical–mechanical–chemical properties of contemporary resin composites	4
Prevalence of retromolar foramen in nineteenth century Spanish population	4
Three-dimensional finite element analysis of the biomechanical properties of different material implants for replacing missing teeth	4
Polymorphisms in nanog are associated with oral leukoplakia: case–control study	4
Effects of phytosomal curcumin treatment on modulation of immunomodulatory and pulp regeneration genes in dental pulp mesenchymal stem cells	4
Does the use of fiber posts increase the fracture resistance of simulated immature teeth? A systematic review	4
The effects of different surface treatments applied to milled PMMA denture base material on repair bond strength	4
The anti-adherence activity and bactericidal effect of GO against Streptococcus mutans from Iraqi dental patients	4
Applicability of an active matrix metalloproteinase-8 point-of-care test in an oral and maxillofacial surgery clinic: a pilot study	4
Porphyromonas gingivalis outside the oral cavity	4
Effect of periodontitis induced by Fusobacterium nucleatum on the microbiota of the gut and surrounding organs	4
DLK1 regulates periodontal inflammation by inhibiting NF-κB p65 and JNK signaling pathways	4
Metronidazole-laden silk fibroin methacrylated scaffolds for managing periapical lesions	4
Comparison of imaging modalities in the diagnosis of external cervical resorption (ECR): an in-vitro study	4
Can acid produced from probiotic bacteria alter the surface roughness, microhardness, and elemental composition of enamel? An in vitro study	4
Application of mesenchymal stromal cell sheets to prevent medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw with titanium implants in rats	4
Effects of ultraviolet irradiation on beta-tricalcium phosphate as a bone graft substitute	4
Dimensional changes over time in stereolithographic models fabricated with a 3D printer	4