Research Papers
AT1 receptor antagonism promotes bone loss attenuation in experimental periodontitis, blocks inflammatory mediators, and upregulates antioxidant enzymes and bone formation markers.
Journal of periodontology • 2020 • Vol. 91 (4)
BACKGROUND: The initiation and progression of periodontitis might involve a local renin-angiotensin system in periodontal tissue. This study hypothesized that Losartan treatment could promote protect…
Cano, I; Colombini-Ishikiriama, B; Dionisio, T
Accuracy and practicality of intraoral scanner in dentistry: A literature review.
Journal of prosthodontic research • 2020 • Vol. 64 (2)
PURPOSE: The digitization of the dental field has been vigorously promoted in recent years. An impression using an intraoral scanner is considered to significantly change future dental treatment. The…
Hatakeyama, W; Kihara, H; Komine, F
Two-point nasomaxillary fixation of the Le Fort I osteotomy: assessment of stability at one year postoperative.
International journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery • 2020 • Vol. 49 (4)
The purpose was to assess maxillary position among patients undergoing Le Fort I maxillary advancement with internal fixation placed only at the nasomaxillary buttresses. This was a retrospective stu…
Egbert, M; Ettinger, R; Kapadia, H
Unique Sjogren's syndrome patient subsets defined by molecular features.
Rheumatology (Oxford, England) • 2020 • Vol. 59 (4)
OBJECTIVE: To address heterogeneity complicating primary SS (pSS) clinical trials, research and care by characterizing and clustering patients by their molecular phenotypes. METHODS: pSS patients met…
Aberle, T; Baer, A; Bean, K
Japanese subgingival microbiota in health vs disease and their roles in predicted functions associated with periodontitis.
Odontology • 2020 • Vol. 108 (2)
The present study aimed to identify and compare the microbial signatures between periodontally healthy and periodontitis subjects using 454 sequences of 16S rRNA genes. Subgingival plaque samples wer…
Azuma, M; Hattori, M; Ikeda, E
Effect of autoclave sterilization on cyclic fatigue and torsional fracture resistance of NiTi rotary instruments.
Odontology • 2020 • Vol. 108 (2)
The purpose of this study is to assess the effect of autoclave sterilization on the cyclic fatigue and torsional fracture resistance of ProTaper Universal (PTU), K3XF, HyFlex EDM (EDM), and TF adapti…
Chang, S; Jang, J; Kim, D
The association between gingival recession and buccal bone at maxillary anterior teeth.
Journal of periodontology • 2020 • Vol. 91 (4)
BACKGROUND: Gingival recession and a thin or absent buccal plate occur frequently at maxillary anterior teeth and necessitate careful treatment planning to prevent future complications. However, the …
Barmak, A; Caton, J; D'Silva, E
Effects on loads in temporomandibular joints for patients with mandibular asymmetry before and after orthognathic surgeries under the unilateral molar clenching.
Biomechanics and modeling in mechanobiology • 2020 • Vol. 19 (2)
Orthognathic surgery is a useful treatment for the correction of mandibular deformity. Different from other occlusions, unilateral occlusion is frequently used in mastication and influences functions…
Chong, D; Liu, Z; Shu, J
A pilot study to assess oral colonization and pH buffering by the probiotic Streptococcus dentisani under different dosing regimes.
Odontology • 2020 • Vol. 108 (2)
Bacterial colonization in the oral cavity is critical for efficient action of probiotics. However, limited colonization rates have been reported in many clinical trials. The aim of this pilot clinica…
Cune, J; Ferrer, M; Llena, C
Simulation-Based Training Models for Cleft Palate Repair: A Systematic Review.
The Cleft palate-craniofacial journal : official publication of the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association • 2020 • Vol. 57 (4)
OBJECTIVE: Simulation-based training is a relatively new inclusion to surgical training curricula, with promises of achieving increased competency while maximizing patient safety. Cleft palate, which…
Raveendran, M
Dual genetic diagnoses: neurofibromatosis type 1 and KBG syndrome.
Clinical dysmorphology • 2020 • Vol. 29 (2)
Agosti, M; Cianci, P; Iascone, M
An analysis of anterior mandibular anatomy by using cone beam computed tomography: A study of 225 mandibular images.
The Journal of prosthetic dentistry • 2020 • Vol. 123 (4)
STATEMENT OF PROBLEM: The anterior mandible has conventionally been deemed as a safe zone for dental implants. However, with the evolution of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT), several anatomic ch…
Bidra, A; Kuo, C; Wright, R
YouTube() as a source for patient education about the management of dental avulsion injuries.
Dental traumatology : official publication of International Association for Dental Traumatology • 2020 • Vol. 36 (2)
BACKGROUND/AIMS: Traumatic dental injuries, including avulsion, are relatively common, with a reported prevalence of up to 4.5%. The Internet and video-sharing websites are frequently used as a resou…
Burns, B; Cave, V; Hutchison, C
Familial Absent Uvula With Velopharyngeal Incompetence-A New Syndrome?
The Cleft palate-craniofacial journal : official publication of the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association • 2020 • Vol. 57 (4)
We present a family with a previously undescribed abnormality of the palate and oropharynx which involved the absence of the uvula and the anterior pillar of the fauces, rudimentary posterior pillar …
Lees, M; Pauws, E; Sell, D
Three-dimensional trueness analysis of ceramic crowns fabricated using a chairside computer-aided design/manufacturing system: An in vitro study.
Journal of prosthodontic research • 2020 • Vol. 64 (2)
PURPOSE: This study analyzed the trueness of polymer-infiltrated ceramic and glass ceramic crowns manufactured using the chairside computer-aided design/manufacturing (CAD/CAM) system. METHODS: The m…
Kang, S; Kim, J; Kim, W
Cytotoxic effects of a chlorhexidine mouthwash and of an enzymatic mouthwash on human gingival fibroblasts.
Odontology • 2020 • Vol. 108 (2)
The aim of this study was to evaluate the cytotoxic effects of an enzymatic mouthwash and of a chlorhexidine mouthwash on human gingival fibroblasts. The metabolic activity of the fibroblasts exposed…
Abrantes, A; Botelho, M; Caramelo, F
Quantitative assessment of Scardovia wiggsiae from dental plaque samples of children suffering from severe early childhood caries and caries free children.
Anaerobe • 2020 • Vol. 62
Scardovia wiggsiae has recently been identified as a potential pathogen associated with dental caries. The aim of the present study was to detect and quantify S. wiggsiae from dental plaque samples o…
Bhat, K; Kugaji, M; Prabhu Matondkar, S
Biomaterial-based possibilities for managing peri-implantitis.
Journal of periodontal research • 2020 • Vol. 55 (2)
Peri-implantitis is an inflammatory disease of hard and soft tissues around osseointegrated implants, followed by a progressive damage of alveolar bone. Oral microorganisms can adhere to all types of…
de Avila, E; van den Beucken, J; van Oirschot, B
Longitudinal changes in mouthguard fit: Reliability of an evaluation method.
Dental traumatology : official publication of International Association for Dental Traumatology • 2020 • Vol. 36 (2)
BACKGROUND/AIM: A mouthguard should be replaced when it deteriorates or becomes deformed as a result of the softness or flexibility of the material. The question, however, is how long can one use a m…
Abe, M; Gonda, T; Ikebe, K
Oral sarcomatoid squamous cell carcinoma: a retrospective study based on 14 cases.
Histology and histopathology • 2020 • Vol. 35 (4)
The treatment outcomes for oral sarcomatoid squamous cell carcinoma (OSSCC) are far from satisfactory in our hospital. The aim of this study was to retrospectively summarize the OSSCC cases admitted …
Liu, J; Wang, Y; Xiao, M