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Background and aim. This study aims at emphasizing specific aspects of prosthetic treatment for rheumatoid arthritis patients that are completely edentulous. Material and method. In December 2023, a search was conducted through three medical databases: PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science. Results. Concerning their unique signs and symptoms, the management of edentulous patients with rheumatoid arthritis with removable dentures has several unique features throughout the clinical stages. Some patients have difficulty keeping dental appointments from the initial phase of treatment due to mobility issues, particularly in severe forms where several joints are impacted, resulting in stiffness that can restrict the ability to move. In such situations, the dental professional must insist on a thorough examination of the oral tissues that are going to sustain the prosthetic device or come into its proximity. In cases in which temporomandibular joint damage limits mouth opening, it can also be challenging to examine the denture’s supporting tissues and take impressions because rheumatoid arthritis patients have been shown to have modifications in the joint’s elements and function. Conclusion. To improve the outcomes and overall well-being of rheumatoid arthritis patients who are completely edentulous, it is essential to thoroughly consider the options for treatment when utilizing prosthetic devices and additional therapies.

Introduction. Dental students' considerations on the causes of treatment failure is an important issue for the teachers in understanding their medical reasoning. The research analyzed a broad variety of probable causes and contributing factors for complete denture failure that could concern both the patient and the dentist. The method ensured a thorough investigation of the factors that could affect complete denture treatment outcomes. Method. A questionnaire-based investigation was done among 50 dental students in their last year of Dental Medicine at the University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Iuliu Hatieganu” Cluj-Napoca, Romania. The subjects, both males and females, ranged between 24 to 45 years and were all in their final year of study. They were randomly chosen to represent a wide range of subjects. Results. The findings revealed that a vast majority of participants, 72%, believed the patient's psychological profile and mental state were key factors in complete denture failure. Inaccurate determination of the jaw relationships was the most significant factor contributing to complete denture failure regarding challenges associated with the fabrication process, according to the respondents (28%). Conclusions. The majority of respondents thought that patient-related factors, particularly those involving the patient's emotions and psychological profile, were the most important in the failure of complete dentures. Proper assessment of the jaw relations and occlusal deficiencies were the main variables when assessing the reasons for complete denture failures related to the fabrication process.

Background: As the human papillomavirus (HPV) infections are detected in healthy oral mucosa as well as in oral lesions, dental practitioners have an important role in detecting any possible lesions that might be caused by this virus. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate the outcomes of orthodontic treatments and HPV infections and to report a rare case of ongoing orthodontic treatment superposed on an HPV infection. Methods: An electronic English literature research of the articles published between the years 2011–2021 was conducted between December 2021–February 2022, accessing PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, Scopus, and Google Scholar. The terms “HPV”, “orthodontics”, “orthodontic treatment”, “tooth movement”, “tooth mobility”, and “malocclusion” were searched. The following inclusion criteria were pursued: articles published in English language; studies reporting HPV infection in subjects with past or ongoing orthodontic treatment; and case reports of subjects with HPV and orthodontic treatment. Exclusion criteria were: articles in languages other than English, studies related to malignancies other than HPV and orthodontic treatment; and studies reporting patients with HPV and no orthodontic treatment. Results: Following the systematic review, which includes six papers, a case of orthodontic treatment superposed on a HPV infection is presented. Conclusion: Incumbent, postponed HPV infection on an ongoing orthodontic treatment might affect treatment outcome and patient compliance.