Research Papers
Association between Mediterranean diet and head and neck cancer: results of a large case-control study in Italy.
European journal of cancer prevention : the official journal of the European Cancer Prevention Organisation (ECP) • 2017 • Vol. 26 (5)
The Mediterranean diet (MD) is a known protective factor for head and neck cancer (HNC); however, there is still a lack of studies investigating this association by HNC subsite. The aim of the presen…
Boccia, S; Cadoni, G; Giraldi, L
Fibrous dysplasia of bone: craniofacial and dental implications.
Oral diseases • 2017 • Vol. 23 (6)
Fibrous dysplasia (FD) is a rare bone disease caused by postzygotic somatic activating mutations in the GNAS gene, which lead to constitutive activation of adenylyl cyclase and elevated levels of cyc…
Boyce, A; Burke, A; Collins, M
Epigenetic gene regulation by histone demethylases: emerging role in oncogenesis and inflammation.
Oral diseases • 2017 • Vol. 23 (6)
Histone N-terminal tails of nucleosomes are the sites of complex regulation of gene expression through post-translational modifications. Among these modifications, histone methylation had long been a…
Kang, M; Mehrazarin, S; Park, N
Immunoprofile of the adenomatoid odontogenic tumor.
Oral diseases • 2017 • Vol. 23 (6)
This study was focused on the immunohistochemical profile of the adenomatoid odontogenic tumor. A Pub/Medline search revealed a number of immunohistochemical studies including cytokeratin profiles, e…
Khongkhunthian, P; PHILIPSEN, H; Reichart, P
Cell-to-cell communication in guided bone regeneration: molecular and cellular mechanisms.
Clinical oral implants research • 2017 • Vol. 28 (9)
This overview provides insights into the molecular and cellular mechanisms involved in guided bone regeneration, in particular focusing on aspects presented in the 3D movie, Cell-To-Cell Communicatio…
Gruber, R; Stadlinger, B; Terheyden, H
Ethics in Numbers: Auditing Cleft Treatment in Mexico and Beyond.
Medical anthropology quarterly • 2017 • Vol. 31 (3)
Plastic surgeons around the globe are implementing projects that mix audit with medical research to ensure and improve the level of care offered to patients with cleft lip and palate. Drawing on rece…
Taylor-Alexander, S
The cost-effectiveness of TheraBite(R) as treatment for acute myogenic temporomandibular disorder.
Cranio : the journal of craniomandibular practice • 2017 • Vol. 35 (5)
OBJECTIVE: Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is a very common and costly pain problem concerning the temporomandibular joint. A previous study has shown that for the treatment of acute myogenic TMD, T…
Coupe, V; Heres Diddens, A; Hilgers, F
Remineralizing potential of a 60-s in vitro application of Tooth Mousse Plus.
International journal of paediatric dentistry • 2017 • Vol. 27 (5)
BACKGROUND: No published studies exist on the remineralizing potential of Tooth Mousse Plus((R)) (TMP) when applied for less than 3 min. AIM: To evaluate (i) the remineralizing potential of TMP on ar…
Anthonappa, R; Gopalakrishnan, V; Itthagarun, A
Prevalence of bruxism in undergraduate students.
Cranio : the journal of craniomandibular practice • 2017 • Vol. 35 (5)
OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of bruxism in students at the Federal University of the Jequitinhonha and Mucuri Valleys in Brazil. The secondary objectives were to i…
Brum Junior, J; Cerqueira, W; Costa, I
Intraoral extraction of an ectopic mandibular third molar detected in the subcondylar region without a pathological cause: A case report and literature review.
Cranio : the journal of craniomandibular practice • 2017 • Vol. 35 (5)
PURPOSE: To present a case report on the presence of an ectopic mandibular third molar (EMTM), the surgical treatment, and outcome. CASE REPORT: A 63-year-old woman presented with right preauricular …
Furukawa, K; Kawakita, A; Naruse, T
A new method for the assessment of the surface topography of NiTi rotary instruments.
International endodontic journal • 2017 • Vol. 50 (9)
AIM: To describe a new method for the assessment of nanoscale alterations in the surface topography of nickel-titanium endodontic instruments using a high-resolution optical method and to verify the …
Barbosa, I; Ferreira, F; Montagnana, M
Efficiency and apical extrusion of debris: a comparative ex vivo study of four retreatment techniques in severely curved root canals.
International endodontic journal • 2017 • Vol. 50 (9)
AIM: To compare the amount of apically extruded debris and of remaining filling material during the removal of root canal filling material using three rotary NiTi retreatment instruments or Hedstrom …
Caliskan, M; Guneri, P; Hulsmann, M
Oral health status of children and young adults with autism spectrum disorders: systematic review and meta-analysis.
International journal of paediatric dentistry • 2017 • Vol. 27 (5)
BACKGROUND: Individuals with special needs are often affected by oral disorders such as dental caries and periodontal disease. Current data regarding prevalence of these conditions in individuals wit…
da Silva, S; Gimenez, T; Lara, J
Comparison of the outcomes of free jejunal flap reconstructions of pharyngoesophageal defects in hypopharyngeal cancer and corrosive injury patients.
Microsurgery • 2017 • Vol. 37 (6)
INTRODUCTION: Free jejunal flap is one of the optimal choices for restoring upper digestive tract. The purpose of this study was to introduce the treatment strategies and to compare the outcomes of f…
Hsieh, M; Kuo, Y; Lin, P
Macroscopic inflammatory tracheal and endobronchial nodules in Sjogren's syndrome.
Thorax • 2017 • Vol. 72 (9)
Araya, J; Hara, H; Kuwano, K
Clinical performance of a glass ionomer restorative system: a 6-year evaluation.
Clinical oral investigations • 2017 • Vol. 21 (7)
OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study is to evaluate the long-term clinical performance of a glass ionomer (GI) restorative system in the restoration of posterior teeth compared with a micro-filled hybri…
Cakir, F; Ergin, E; Gurgan, S
Opiorphin in burning mouth syndrome patients: a case-control study.
Clinical oral investigations • 2017 • Vol. 21 (7)
OBJECTIVES: Opiorphin is a pentapeptide isolated from human saliva that suppresses pain from chemically induced inflammation and acute physical pain. Burning mouth syndrome (BMS) is a chronic conditi…
Alajbeg, I; Sabalic, M; Salaric, I
Semi-quantitative analysis of salivary gland scintigraphy in Sjogren's syndrome diagnosis: a first-line tool.
Clinical oral investigations • 2017 • Vol. 21 (7)
OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was the assessment of semi-quantified salivary gland dynamic scintigraphy (SGdS) parameters independently and in an integrated way in order to predict primary Sjogren…
Angusti, T; Carignola, R; Cauda, S
Do women with a history of pregnancy and endodontics, have higher risk of maxillary fungal ball?
Acta otorrinolaringologica espanola • 2017 • Vol. 68 (5)
Galvez-Olortegui, J; Galvez-Olortegui, T; Vargas-Armas, C
Will wearing dentures affect edentulous patients' breathing during sleep?
Sleep & breathing = Schlaf & Atmung • 2017 • Vol. 21 (3)
PURPOSES: The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of wearing dentures on obstructive sleep apnea and hypopnea among completely edentulous patients. METHODS AND MATERIALS: A self-contro…
Chen, Q; Feng, H; Pan, S