Recep Tayyip Erdogan University

This study looked at two ways to fix cavities in back teeth using tooth-colored materials. 90 adults with decay got either a direct filling (placed right in the mouth) or an indirect one (made in a lab and then cemented in). The goal was to see which type holds up better over tim…

This study tested a new pain scoring system to help dentists tell the difference between mild and severe tooth pulp inflammation. 143 adults with tooth pain answered questions about their symptoms, and the tool's results were compared to standard diagnostic methods. The goal was …

This study looked at whether showing patients a video of the actual surgery or a 3D animation before their wisdom tooth removal could help them stay calmer during the procedure. 72 adults were split into three groups: one got standard verbal instructions, another watched a real s…

This study looked at 70 adults with a painful tooth infection to see if having a common jaw joint problem (anterior disc displacement with reduction) leads to more pain after root canal treatment. Participants rated their pain over a week and had their mouth opening measured. The…

This study looked at 132 people with large tooth infections to see which cleaning method helps the tooth heal best. Different techniques like manual shaking, ultrasound, and lasers were tested. The goal was to find the most effective way to clean the root canal and promote bone h…

This study looked at whether using different settings on an electronic device that measures tooth length can reduce pain after a second root canal treatment. 144 adults with infected teeth were treated using either a standard method or one of three special modes. Pain levels were…

This study looked at three ways to clean infected root canals in 97 people with large tooth infections. The goal was to see which method helped the infection heal best over one year. Researchers used special scans to measure changes in the size of the infection.

This study tested three ways to treat jaw pain and clenching caused by teeth grinding (bruxism) in 60 adults. People got either a custom mouth splint, Botox injections, or both treatments together. After 3 months, the team measured how much symptoms improved using a standard pain…

This study tested whether applying two blood-derived products (PRP and CGF) to the extraction site after wisdom tooth removal can reduce pain, facial swelling, and the chance of dry socket. 42 healthy adults with impacted wisdom teeth took part. The approach uses the patient's ow…

This study looked at whether playing with amigurumi (crocheted) toys during a blood draw can help lower pain and fear in children aged 4 to 6. Researchers tested 96 kids in a pediatric emergency room, comparing those who played with the toys to those who didn't. The goal was to s…

This study tested whether closing small gaps between front teeth using tooth-colored fillings improves how people feel about their oral health and reduces fear of the dentist. Forty adults with gaps smaller than 2 mm received the treatment in one visit. Three months later, they r…

This study tested a gentle exercise program that focuses on body awareness—like breathing, posture, and relaxation—in 73 adults aged 65 and older. The goal was to see if these exercises could improve both physical abilities (like walking and balance) and emotional well-being (lik…

This study looked at whether virtual reality (VR) training can improve physical skills and brain activity in young professional football players. Thirty-nine male players aged 18-19 were split into VR training, traditional training, or a control group. The VR group did exercises …

This study compared virtual reality (VR) exercise to traditional exercise in 33 sedentary adults. Participants exercised three times a week for eight weeks. Researchers measured concentration, reaction time, balance, and flexibility to see if VR offers extra benefits. The goal wa…

This study looked at 90 nursing students in Turkey to see if the way they learn about spiritual care matters. One group learned through a lecture, another through a collaborative 'jigsaw' method, and a third group had no training. The jigsaw method improved students' understandin…

This study looked at 80 postmenopausal women to see if there is a connection between gum disease and osteoporosis. Researchers measured certain proteins in blood and gum fluid to understand shared causes. The goal was to gather knowledge, not to test a treatment.