24.01.2026 - OTEXE

Aspiration of a Dental Crown as a Cause of Chronic Bronchitis: A Clinical Case and a Lesson for Dentists

Aspiration of foreign bodies in adults is significantly less common than in children and therefore often remains outside the focus of clinicians. Unlike acute pediatric cases, aspiration in adults can be asymptomatic or accompanied by nonspecific manifestations, leading to delayed diagnosis and the development of severe complications. Dental materials, including crowns, represent a special risk […]

Professional Recognition and Motivation: The Significance of Incentive Initiatives in the Dental Hygienist Community

In the modern healthcare system, issues of professional motivation and emotional well-being among specialists are gaining increasing importance. Dental hygienists, who daily work at the intersection of clinical precision, prevention, and patient communication, often face high workloads and the risk of professional burnout. In this context, initiatives aimed at supporting and recognizing the work of […]