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Bibliometric analysis of the GentleWave system: trends, collaborations, and research gaps
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Raimundo Sales de Oliveira Neto, Thais de Moraes Souza, João Vitor Oliveira de Amorim, Thaine Oliveira Lima, Guilherme Ferreira da Silva, Rodrigo Ricci Vivan, Murilo Priori Alcalde, Marco Antonio Hungaro Duarte
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Restor Dent Endod 2025;50(2):e17. Published online May 12, 2025
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5395/rde.2025.50.e17
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The study aimed to conduct a bibliometric analysis of the GentleWave system (Sonendo, Inc.).
Methods
An electronic search was conducted in June 2024 using the Web of Science Collection database. Two reviewers independently screened publications, extracting data on authorship, publication details, study design, and citation metrics. Statistical analyses were performed in R to assess variable correlations, while the VOSviewer (Visualization of Similarities Viewer) software was used to map author and keyword networks.
Results
The search yielded 47 records, with 32 studies included. Publications spanned 2014 to 2024. The Journal of Endodontics published the highest number of studies (n = 15), and the International Endodontic Journal had the highest impact factor (5.4). The University of British Columbia and Sonendo, Inc. were the most frequent affiliations. Among the 32 articles, 28 were in vitro studies, primarily focusing on microbiology (n = 9). A total of 95 authors were identified, with Haapasalo and Shen being the most cited (n = 229). The articles accumulated 495 citations, demonstrating a strong positive correlation between the number of studies and citation counts (r = 0.98).
Conclusions
The analysis highlights a predominance of in vitro studies. Geographic concentration in the United States and Canada limits diversity, while the strong correlation between study numbers and citations suggests that increased publication volume enhances visibility.
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Influence of osteoporosis on tissue repair promoted by different dental materials: an in vivo study in a rat model
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Guilherme Ferreira da Silva, Antônio Carlos Medina Junior, Mariza Akemi Matsumoto, Roberta Okamoto, João Pedro Gasparin Tadano, João Vitor Oliveira de Amorim, Marco Antônio Húngaro Duarte, Murilo Priori Alcalde, Rodrigo Ricci Vivan
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J Korean Acad Conserv Dent ;Published online August 12, 2026
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5395/rde.2026.51.e44
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Osteoporosis is a prevalent metabolic disorder, and its impact on the biological response to dental materials is not fully understood. This study evaluated whether osteoporosis affects tissue repair promoted by MTA-Angelus (MTA) and an epoxy resin-based sealer containing calcium hydroxide (ER-Ca) after implantation in rat dental sockets. The null hypothesis was that osteoporosis would not impair alveolar tissue repair or bone formation.
Methods
Seventy-two female rats were assigned to ovariectomized (OVX) or sham-operated (SHAM) groups (n = 36). After osteoporosis confirmation, right upper incisors were extracted, and polyethylene tubes containing MTA, ER-Ca, or left empty (control) were implanted in the sockets for 30 and 60 days (n = 6/group). Histology quantified inflammatory cells (ICs), fibroblasts (FBs), capsule thickness, and bone formation. Data were analyzed using Kruskal-Wallis and Dunn tests (p < 0.05).
Results
At 30 days, all groups showed high IC counts (50–75 and >75 cells/field). By 60 days, ICs decreased, FB counts increased (25–50 and 50–75 cells/field), and connective tissue thickness reduced. The OVX groups exhibited higher IC counts than SHAM at both time points (p < 0.05). MTA and ER-Ca showed comparable repair patterns. Bone formation occurred in SHAM groups treated with MTA and ER-Ca at 30 days (62.3 and 63.4 µm), and in all treated groups at 60 days, except controls.
Conclusions
Osteoporosis delays inflammation resolution and new bone formation during alveolar healing. However, MTA and ER-Ca demonstrate favorable biocompatibility, supporting their clinical use in osteoporotic conditions. Further research should focus on optimizing materials and adjuvant therapies to enhance bone regeneration under compromised conditions.
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