Niger J Clin Pract
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Polymerization plays an important role in the optical and mechanical properties resin composite materials. ⋯ Under the conditions of 10,000 thermal cycles, different curing times did not affect the color change and hardness values of the bulk-fill materials. However, differences were observed among the composite materials. After thermocycling, the surface hardness and TP values decreased in all the resin composites. Depending on the material content, effective results can be obtained from the 20 s polymerization of bulk-fill resin composites.
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The tooth movements were generally analyzed in two dimensions on cephalometric radiographs. Nowaday, 3D digital model analysis, which does not have any harmful effects on patients, can be used to evaluate the palatal morphology and coronal tooth movements in a very comfortable and easy way. ⋯ Presented results supported that the mesial movement of premolar teeth decreased as the inclination of the palate increased.
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Evaluation of circumcision bleeding cannot depend on the visual change in the diaper. Diapers have different product features and absorbency capacities. The apparent changes in the diapers may vary according to their absorbent capacity and may not be in parallel with the amount of bleeding. Before significant visual difference occurs, the patient's hemodynamics may be impaired. ⋯ Visual evaluation of the color change of the diapers may not give accurate results for bleeding follow-up. If necessary to use diapers after circumcision, it is more appropriate to prefer those with low absorbency capacity. Using fabric or cotton products in cases with bleeding risk may be recommended. If bleeding is suspected, hemogram control is the most appropriate option. Diaper manufacturers should warn consumers of the risk. In conclusion, we should be on the safe side for mortality and morbidity.
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An extremely rare disease with a slow course, actinomycosis has a high mortality risk when not properly treated. Pulmonary actinomycosis is clinically and radiologically analogous with tuberculosis, foreign body aspiration, lung abscess, or lung cancer. Therefore, it often causes misdiagnosis or delay in diagnosis. ⋯ A diagnosis of actinomycosis was made with sulfur granules seen in the pathology as a result of biopsy and lavage. Detection of sulfur granules in biopsy is essential for the diagnosis of actinomycosis, and a nearly complete response is usually obtained with long-term antibiotic treatment. Alternative methods such as surgical debridement should be considered in cases that do not respond to antibiotic treatment.
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Mucopolysaccharidosis type III (MPS III) is an extremely rare group of diseases among all MPS types. In recent years, there are studies about the presence and importance of cardiac involvement in MPS III patients as in other types of MPS. ⋯ We conclude that cardiac monitoring of MPS III patients is very important in terms of early detection and treatment of cardiac problems that may arise. Cardiac evaluation of larger series of MPS III patients are needed to make a better decision.