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Systematic reviews in restorative dentistry: discussing relevant aspects.
Rafael Sarkis-Onofre1,2, Tatiana Pereira-Cenci2, Andrea C Tricco3,4
1Graduate Program in Dentistry, Meridional Faculty/IMED, Passo Fundo, Brazil.
Summary
Improving systematic reviews (SRs) in dentistry requires adherence to guidelines like the PRISMA Statement and PROSPERO. This enhances the quality and clinical relevance of SRs, particularly for in vitro studies on dental restorations.
Area of Science:
- Restorative Dentistry
- Evidence-Based Dentistry
- Scientific Methodology
Background:
- Systematic reviews (SRs) are crucial for synthesizing research findings in dentistry.
- The quality of SRs can be variable, impacting their reliability and clinical applicability.
- Standardized reporting and conduct are essential for robust SRs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss key aspects for improving the conduct and reporting of systematic reviews in dentistry.
- To highlight the importance of prospective registration and adherence to reporting guidelines.
- To assess the quality of SRs evaluating direct composite resin restorations.
Main Methods:
- A literature search was conducted in PubMed for SRs on direct composite resin restorations.
- Included SRs were assessed for quality using the Assessing the Methodological Quality of Systematic Reviews 2 tool.
- Key aspects discussed include protocol registration, inclusion criteria, PRISMA Statement, and confidence in results.
Main Results:
- Fifteen SRs were included in the analysis.
- The overall confidence in the results of the included SRs was critically low.
- SRs of in vitro studies are valuable in restorative dentistry.
Conclusions:
- Adherence to guidelines like the PRISMA Statement and PROSPERO is crucial for improving SR quality in dentistry.
- Implementing discussed aspects can enhance the conduct and reporting of SRs.
- Improved SRs are more clinically helpful for dental practitioners.
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