The extraction of impacted third molars (commonly known as “wisdom teeth”) represents one of the most frequent procedures in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Traditional extraction methods, including the use of elevators, chisels, and rotary burs, are often associated with significant postoperative p…

Health Technology Assessment (HTA) and health economic evaluations are key instruments for evi - dence-based decision making in health systems facing increasing budgetary pressure. HTA supports transparent and rational allocation of limited resources by assessing the clinical, economic, ethical and …

This study presents a geostatistical analysis of porosity in a reservoir, aiming to understand its spatial distribution within the study area and to evaluate its potential for CO₂ storage applications. Descrip- tive statistical analysis and histograms were used to assess the characteristics of data …

This article discusses attempts to safeguard the Arbëresh language and literature as an exception - al case of linguistic-ethnical vitality over time. The Arbëresh, the descendants of Albanian refu - gees who settled in Southern Italy from the 15th to 18th centuries, have preserved their language an…

Impacted teeth are one of the most complex challenges in orthodontics, requiring accurate three-dimen- sional diagnosis and careful biomechanical planning. Aim and purpose: To review and analyze orthodontic strategies for the management of impacted teeth in children and adults, including biomechanic…

Background: Diagnosing polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) during adolescence is inherently challeng- ing due to the overlap between normal pubertal physiology and pathological features of the syndrome. In Albania, the absence of adolescent-specific national guidelines and limited access to specialized…

The concept of systemic photoprotection through dietary means is gaining attention. The skin is continu- ously exposed to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, a primary cause of skin disorders such as sunburn, photodam- age, and nonmelanoma skin cancer. Solar UV radiation initiates photo-oxidative reactions …

In 2025, psychosocial services in Albania are undergoing a process of continuous development, driven by the growing needs of society and efforts to align with European standards of social welfare. These services play a fundamental role in supporting individuals facing emotional, psychological, and s…

Play is a very important indicator in child development. Play is the main way of learning in early childhood. Children learn best through personal needs and multi-sensory methods that stimulate their natural senses and curiosity. Play is a stimulus that affects the psychological and social developme…

Workplace stress represents a significant challenge for healthcare workers, negatively aff ecting their physical and mental well-being as well as the quality of patient care. Identifying the main causes of stress is essential to developing eff ective management strategies in hospital settings. This …

Dental agenesis is the congenital absence of one or more teeth, occurring in deciduous or permanent teeth, most frequently observed in the daily practice of the dentist, but with low prevalence in our country. Aim and purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the orthodontic practices follo…