Tooth hard tissue disease

This study tested a special dental material (Vitrebond) used to cover and protect the soft inner part of a tooth (the pulp) when it gets exposed due to deep cavities, injury, or dental work. The goal was to see if the material keeps the tooth alive and healthy for up to 5 years. …

This study tested lithium disilicate crowns made with CAD/CAM technology in 8 adults with cavities or damaged teeth. The crowns were placed using different adhesive methods to check for sensitivity and quality. The trial was terminated early, so the findings are limited.

This study tested a new dental liner called Vitrebond™ Pulp Protect Liner/Base, placed under fillings to reduce tooth sensitivity after treating decay. It included 5 people aged 7 and older with moderate to advanced tooth decay. The liner was compared to a similar existing produc…

This study collected bone, cartilage, skin, and fat tissue from 50 patients undergoing surgery at Children's National Medical Center. The goal was to grow cells from these tissues in the lab and analyze them to better understand bone and connective tissue diseases. The study was …