Gerhard Schmalz

Prevalence and clinical impact of dento-alveolar foci in periprosthetic joint infections: a retrospective cohort study of 213 cases

Abstract Purpose Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is a serious complication after total joint arthroplasty, leading to repeated revisions, substantial costs, and increased morbidity. Oral pathologies have been suggested as possible sources of hematogenous infection, however t...

Synergistic effects of fish scale–derived nanohydroxyapatite and arginine on enamel surface recovery: a multi-modal in vitro analysis

Abstract Dental caries arises from an imbalance between demineralization and remineralization of dental hard tissues, leading to progressive mineral loss and early lesion formation. Fluoride enhances remineralization but mainly affects the enamel surface. Nanohydroxyapatite (n-HA...

Systemic influences on orthodontic tooth movement: mechanisms and clinical implications

Orthodontic tooth movement (OTM) is a complex biological process involving bone remodeling, which can be significantly affected by systemic diseases and systemic factors. This review comprehensively examines how systemic conditions such as diabetes mellitus, thyroid dysfunction,...