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    Estado de la intensidad lumínica de las lámparas de fotopolimerización de Clínicas Odontológicas de Centros de Salud de Cuenca
    (2023) Quinchiguano Caraguay, Milton Alexis; Bravo Anchundia, David Ismael; Amoroso Calle, Esteban Eduardo; Bravo Calderón, Manuel Estuardo
    The effectiveness of a restorative treatment using resinous compounds can be affected by the light intensity that the photopolymerization lamp is capable of emitting. The objective of this study was to determine the prevalence of the light intensity of the photopolymerization lamps in the dental clinics of health centers in the City of Cuenca, Ecuador. The light intensity of 38 photopolymerization lamps corresponding to 23 health centers was evaluated and classified into low power (<300 mw/cm2), regular power (300 - 800 mw/cm2) and high power (>800 mw/cm2). The intensity of the light power was evaluated with the CK12024 radiometer by three observers prior to authorization from the professionals in charge for the analysis of their photocuring devices. It was obtained that, of the 38 photopolymerization lamps evaluated, 5.26% (n=8) have a low power, 21.05% (n=8) have a regular power and 73.68% (28) have a high power. According to the data obtained, we conclude that the majority of photopolymerization lamps in the health centers of the City of Cuenca have optimal performance, in addition to emphasizing the periodic evaluation of the photopolymerization lamps to control optimal performance.
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    Lesiones cervicales no cariosas (LCNC): Una revisión de la literatura
    (Universidad de Cuenca, 2023-10-05) Quinchiguano Caraguay, Milton Alexis; Amoroso Calle, Esteban Eduardo; Gil Pozo, Jenny Alexandra
    Attention Deficit Objective: The purpose of this literature review was to review and analyze the most important aspects, covering topics such as: Clinical characteristics,etiology, prevalence and treatment of non-carious cervical lesions (NCCL). Background: NCCL is defined as “the pathological loss of hard tooth substance caused by biomechanical loading forces; such loss is the result of flexing and degradation of enamel and/or dentin at some location distant from the actual point of loading.Caused by the synergistic action of the etiological mechanisms: erosion, abrasion and abfraction. In addition to risk factors such as: decreased pH and salivary quantity, dental morphology, dietary habits and inadequate brushing. The prevalence of NCCL increases with age and they are found mostly on the vestibular surfaces, with premolars and canines being the most affected teeth. The treatment ranges from clinical preventive therapy that focuses on modifying eating habits, stimulating salivary flow, using an appropriate brushing technique and intervention with other branches such as nutrition and psychology. Whereas, clinical therapy is based on diagnosis and is focused on reducing hypersensitivity, improving aesthetics, and restoring lost dental tissue. Material and Methods: A search of the literature related to the etiology, clinical characteristics will be developed. prevalence and treatment of NCCL in different databases. Conclusions: NCCLs are a frequent pathology of a multifactorial nature, where a correct diagnosis is essential for its therapeutic approach.