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Kagioglou Nikoleta, Georgiadou Aikaterini Iliana, Anastasopoulos Menelaos, Arapostathis Konstantinos, Boka Vasiliki

Celiac disease (CD) is a chronic autoimmune enteropathy triggered by gluten ingestion, affecting 1% of the global population. Oral manifestations, including enamel defects (ED), are common and may serve as early diagnostic markers. This systematic review aims …

2025 · Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine · 29(1) · 10.5937/bjdm2501001K

Bılgın Zehranur, Nur Yavuz Fatma, Hale Cımıllı Zühre, Ozden İdil

Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate and compare the effectiveness of three different obturation techniques in 3D printed resin blocks with Vertucci Type V and Type VI canal morphology. Methods: Three-dimensionally produced 66 resin blocks with Vertucci Ty…

2025 · Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine · 29(3) · 10.5937/bjdm2503157B

Atak Demet, Öztürk Zeynep

Williams syndrome (WS), also known as Williams-Beuren syndrome, is an autosomal dominant disorder. Although the exact incidence is unknown, it is estimated to occur in approximately 1 in 20,000 live births. The syndrome has been identified in all ethnic groups…

2025 · Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine · 29(2) · 10.5937/bjdm2502110A

Phanzu Reagan, Ntima Albert, Sokolo Richard, Kadinekene Joseph, Kubiluka Joseph, Dilu Frederick, Madaka Claude, Mbombo Wilfrid, Ntsambi Glennie

Background/Aim: Patients with maxillofacial fractures can progress to complications and death. This study investigated the factors associated with poor outcome in these patients at the Cliniques Universitaires de Kinshasa/ University of Kinshasa. Material and …

2025 · Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine · 29(1) · 10.5937/bjdm2501054P

Nataša Nikolić Jakoba

Smernice i vodiči pun tekst2025 · Stomatološki fakultet Univerziteta u Beogradu

Cilli Beste, Kaplanoğlu Melike Beyza, Özden Mustafa Enes, Ozden İdil, Sazak Öveçoğlu Hesna

Background/Aim: The aim of this study is to assess undergraduate and postgraduate dental students' knowledge, experience and attitudes to managing medical emergencies that may occur in dental practice. It will also assess the impact of first aid training on th…

2025 · Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine · 29(2) · 10.5937/bjdm2502097C

Zisis Stefanos, Zisi Vasileios, Shinas Nikolaos, Poulopoulos Konstantinos, Charisi Christina, Papadopoulos Petros, Kyriakou Nikolaos, Cordahi Joe, Anagnostou Eleftherios, Poulopoulos Athanasios

Background/Aim: Peripheral ossifying fibroma (POF) constitutes a common reactive lesion of the gingiva, most commonly localized in the anterior maxillary region. Non-neoplastic, originates from the periodontal ligament in response to chronically injurious fact…

2025 · Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine · 29(1) · 10.5937/bjdm2501077Z

Tsolianos Ioannis, Kotsiomiti Eleni

Artificial intelligence (AI) applications have become increasingly popular in our society, affecting a plethora of fields such as business, education, engineering and sciences. In the fields of Medicine and Dentistry, AI is expected to drive significant advanc…

2025 · Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine · 29(1) · 10.5937/bjdm2501033T

Jaćimović Jelena, Perić Tamara, Marković Dejan

Background/Aim: The Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine (BJDM) is the official scientific publication of the Balkan Stomatological Society (BaSS), established to promote regional cooperation and the dissemination of dental research. This study aimed to evaluate …

2025 · Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine · 29(3) · 10.5937/bjdm2503115J

Qafmolla Alketa, Qafmolla Ruzhdie

Masticatory muscles dysfunction is the most frequent damage to them that is encountered in everyday prosthetics. The most frequent type of muscle dysfunction can also be accompanied by limitation of the mobility of the mandible, and difficulty in chewing. The …

2025 · Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine · 29(3) · 10.5937/bjdm2503151Q

Matović Marina, Perić Tamara, Xhajanka Edit, Zukanović Amila, Syngelakis Aristomenis, Charalambous Chrystala, Tsantidou Maria, Getova Biljana, Gjorgievska Elizabeta, Perlea Paula, Kilibarda Biljana, Kargul Betul, Eden Ece, Marković Dejan

Background/Aim: The aim of this study was to conduct a comparative analysis of the oral health promotion programmes in the Balkan countries, to compare key measures and activities in the implementation of the programme, and to analyse the results achieved afte…

pun tekst2025 · Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine · 29(1) · 10.5937/bjdm2501017M

Shah Syeda Gulrukh, Ahmed Asif, Ahmed Aqeel

Introduction: As salivary pH and electrolytes are indicators of cardiac health or sympathetic nervous system. This study aims to investigate the relationship between stress, coherence, and autonomic function by analyzing salivary pH and electrolytes as biomark…

2025 · Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine · 29(3) · 10.5937/bjdm2503144G

Karaaslan Fatih, Esra Özge Aydin

Background/Aim: In assessing periodontal health, in addition to objective measurements, it is important to consider patients' current perceptions of periodontal aesthetics and the overall impact of their periodontal condition on daily life. In this context, th…

2025 · Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine · 29(1) · 10.5937/bjdm2501047K

Zisis Stefanos, Shinas Nikolaos, Zisis Vasileios, Kashtwari Deeba, Charisi Christina, Poulopoulos Konstantinos, Shosho Dhurata, Cordahi Joe, Poulopoulos Athanasios

Background/Aim: Root resorption (RR) refers to a cellular response resulting in loss of hard and soft dental tissue due to injury, irritation of the periodontal ligament, and/or tooth pulp. Typically, it is considered a physiologic response; however, in perman…

2025 · Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine · 29(2) · 10.5937/bjdm2502105Z

Tamara Perić, Biljana Kilibarda, Evgenija Marković, Bojan Petrović, Dejan Marković

Smernice i vodiči pun tekst2025 · Stomatološki fakultet Univerziteta u Beogradu

Puškar Nataša, Jakovljević Aleksandar, Simić Radoje, Nikolić Nađa, Miljanović Milica, Arsić Ivan, Petrović Đorđe, Đerlek Amar, Nedeljković Nenad

Background/Aim: Orofacial clefts are the most common birth defect of the head. Clefts arise due to a lack of tissue fusion during prenatal development. Various factors can cause the absence of fusion of these structures during 6-8th week of embryonic developme…

2025 · Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine · 29(2) · 10.5937/bjdm2502081P

Okkesim Alime, Misirlioglu Melda

Background/Aim: This study aimed to evaluate the masseter muscle volume and maximum bite force in individuals with different types skeletal malocclusion. The researchers conducted a comparative analysis to assess the relationship between skeletal malocclusion …

2024 · Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine · 28(1) · 10.5937/bjdm2401056O

Tassoker Melek, Hakli Huseyin, Yaman Metin Furkan, Ekmekcı Sema Nur, Incekara Senanur, Kamaci Serhat, Öztürk Büşra

Background/Aim: The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a complex anatomical region composed of the mandibular condyle located in the glenoid fossa of the temporal bone and covered with fibrous connective tissue. Excessive and continuous forces lead to progressiv…

2024 · Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine · 28(2) · 10.5937/bjdm2402099T

Gkioka Eleni, Skeparnia Vasileia, Tsairidou Ioanna, Bakopoulou Athina, Kokoti Maria

Background/Aim: This systematic review assesses the efficacy of botulinum toxin (BTX) injections in managing temporomandibular disorders (TMD), myofascial pain, and bruxism. Material and Methods: Following PRISMA guidelines, a literature search was conducted u…

2024 · Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine · 28(3) · 10.5937/bjdm2403172G

Ivana Miletić, Anja Baraba, Silvana Jukić Krmek, Tamara Perić, Dejan Marković, Matteo Basso, Cigdem Atalayin Ozkaya, Hande Kemaloglu, Lezize Sebnem Turkun

To evaluate the 5-year clinical performance of a glass hybrid restorative system and a nano-hybrid resin composite in moderate to large two-surface class II cavities. The study was carried out by dental schools in Zagreb, Izmir, Belgrade and Milan; 180 patient…

pun tekst2024 · Clinical Oral Investigations · 28 · 10.1007/s00784-024-05491-y

Kukey Pelin, Turkmen Cafer, Cimilli Zuhre Hale

Background/Aim: The principal purpose of this study was to investigate the efficacy of different active ingredients to inhibit demineralization around the margins of cervical cavities in natural teeth by scanning electron microscopy and energy dispersive X-Ray…

2024 · Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine · 28(1) · 10.5937/bjdm2401038K

Karadimitriou Maria-Despoina, Alexaki Filothei, Dermata Anastasia

Background/Aim: Glass ionomer cements (GIC) are regarded to be an alternative sealing material to Composite Resin (CR), the gold standard of sealing. The aim of this systematic review is to evaluate Glass Ionomer Cements (GIC) in comparison with Resin-based ma…

2024 · Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine · 28(3) · 10.5937/bjdm2403161K

Liappis Evangelos, Karamani Pelagia, Papadeli Chrysi

Dental science is directly correlated to anthropology, which is attributed to teeth's significant advantages and properties. Meanwhile, justice is better and easier served due to the contribution of forensic odontology. The aim of the present literature review…

2024 · Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine · 28(1) · 10.5937/bjdm2401027L

Karkaç Ayşe, Paksoy Tuğçe

Background/Aim: Panoramic radiography is an imaging method that displays teeth, jaws and surrounding structures in two dimensions and is frequently used in the follow-up and treatment phase of patients. This study aims to determine the frequency of incidental …

2024 · Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine · 28(2) · 10.5937/bjdm2402091K

Alaçam Aylin, Öz Ulaş, Orhan Kaan

Background/Aim: The present study investigates the effectiveness of Invisalign (Align Technology, San Jose, Calif) in rotational tooth movement. The aim of this research is to assess the accuracy of the predicted rotational movements in the digital treatment p…

2024 · Balkan Journal of Dental Medicine · 28(3) · 10.5937/bjdm2403208A