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 …

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) brings both innovations and advantages, but it also poses risks, particularly when applied within the criminal justice system. To ensure that technology does not undermine fundamental rights and freedoms, criminal law must adapt to these new technological adva…

The study relate to psychological intervention to be more effective in elderhood. A discussion is been made to implement a sucessful process of psychological treatment applying a biopsychosocial model which combines biological declaines or other biological concerns with older people together with so…

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…

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…

This study estimates exchange rate risk between the Albanian Lek (ALL) and the Euro (EUR) using a GARCH(1,1) model and Value at Risk (VaR). Monthly data from January 2012 to October 2024 are used to model time-varying volatility in exchange rate returns. VaR is computed at the 95% and 99% confi - de…

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…

Distalization of molars is a fundamental orthodontic technique for creating space, correcting dental occlu- sion, crowding, and Class II malocclusion. The article reviews the use of fixed orthodontic appliances of the Pendulum and Fast Back types for distalization of maxillary molars. Two clinical c…

Implant surgical treatments represent one of the most advanced and effective solutions for restoring oral function and aesthetics. However, the application of implant surgical treatments in compromised patients presents special clinical challenges due to systemic conditions that may affect the osseo…