Research Papers
Effect of non-surgical periodontal therapy on insulin resistance in patients with type II diabetes mellitus and chronic periodontitis, as assessed by C-peptide and the Homeostasis Assessment Index.
Journal of investigative and clinical dentistry • 2017 • Vol. 8 (3)
AIM: A bidirectional relationship exists between diabetes and periodontitis. In the present clinical trial, we evaluated the effects of non-surgical periodontal therapy (NSPT) on insulin resistance i…
George, J; Kaziyarakath, J; Mammen, J
Experimental mucositis and experimental gingivitis in persons aged 70 or over. Clinical and biological responses.
Clinical oral implants research • 2017 • Vol. 28 (8)
OBJECTIVES: To compare in persons aged 70 years or older the clinical and inflammatory changes occurring around implants and natural teeth during and after a phase of undisturbed plaque accumulation.…
Courvoisier, D; Giannopoulou, C; Meyer, S
Comparison between self-formulation and compounded-formulation dexamethasone mouth rinse for oral lichen planus: a pilot, randomized, cross-over trial.
Journal of investigative and clinical dentistry • 2017 • Vol. 8 (3)
AIM: There is a lack of appropriate, commercially-available topical corticosteroid formulations for use in oral lichen planus (OLP) and oral lichenoid reaction. Current therapy includes crushing a de…
Hambly, J; Hattingh, L; Haywood, A
Behavior of mineral trioxide aggregate apical plugs and root fillings under cyclic loading.
Journal of investigative and clinical dentistry • 2017 • Vol. 8 (3)
AIM: The aim of the present study was to develop a methodology for constant monitoring of the resistance to fluid flow during functional loading and to then compare the efficacy of 4-mm mineral triox…
Palamara, J; Parashos, P; Wu, M
Two-year clinical comparison of a flowable-type nano-hybrid composite and a paste-type composite in posterior restoration.
Journal of investigative and clinical dentistry • 2017 • Vol. 8 (3)
AIM: The purpose of the present study was to compare the clinical efficacy between a flowable-type nano-hybrid composite and a paste-type composite for posterior restoration. METHODS: Of 62 posterior…
Hanada, K; Hirata-Tsuchiya, S; Ichimaru-Suematsu, M
Association among interleukin-6 gene polymorphisms, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and chronic periodontitis: a pilot study.
Journal of investigative and clinical dentistry • 2017 • Vol. 8 (3)
AIM: The purpose of this pilot study was to determine the association between single nucleotide polymorphisms (-174 G>C) in the interleukin-6 (IL-6) gene with chronic periodontitis (CP) and type 2 di…
Kavitha, L; Sivapathasundharam, B; Vijayshree Priyadharshini, J
Activation of the TREM-1 pathway in human monocytes by periodontal pathogens and oral commensal bacteria.
Molecular oral microbiology • 2017 • Vol. 32 (4)
Periodontitis is a highly prevalent disease caused in part by an aberrant host response to the oral multi-species biofilm. A balance between the oral bacteria and host immunity is essential for oral …
Haase, E; Kay, J; Scannapieco, F
Accuracy of radiographic measurements for implant planning using cone-beam and helical computer tomography.
Journal of investigative and clinical dentistry • 2017 • Vol. 8 (3)
AIM: The aim of the present study was to compare the accuracy of radiographic measurements for dental implants planning using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) and helical computed tomography (HCT…
Chow, T; Leung, C; Li, T
Laboratory comparison of the mechanical properties of TRUShape with several nickel-titanium rotary instruments.
International endodontic journal • 2017 • Vol. 50 (8)
AIM: To assess and compare the mechanical properties of TRUShape (TRS) with several nickel-titanium rotary instruments. METHODOLOGY: Cyclic fatigue, torsional resistance, flexibility and surface micr…
Elnaghy, A; Elsaka, S
Gingival condition associated with two types of orthodontic fixed retainers: a meta-analysis.
European journal of orthodontics • 2017 • Vol. 39 (4)
BACKGROUND: The maintenance of gingival health around orthodontic fixed retainers (FRs) is difficult and different designs have been proposed. OBJECTIVE: The goal of this systematic review was to ana…
Buzatta, L; De Luca Canto, G; Flores-Mir, C
A comparative study of the effect of Bio-Oss((R)) in combination with concentrated growth factors or bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells in canine sinus grafting.
Journal of oral pathology & medicine : official publication of the International Association of Oral Pathologists and the American Academy of Oral Pathology • 2017 • Vol. 46 (7)
BACKGROUND: To compare the effects of Bio-Oss((R)) in combination with concentrated growth factors (CGFs) and bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) on bone regeneration for maxillary sin…
Li, Q; Wang, F; Wang, Z
Stop Blowing Smoke on Cigarettes as a Cause for Periodontitis.
The American journal of cardiology • 2017 • Vol. 120 (3)
Hujoel, P; Lopez, R
The effectiveness of exercise therapy for temporomandibular dysfunction: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Clinical rehabilitation • 2017 • Vol. 31 (8)
OBJECTIVE: To investigate the effectiveness of exercise therapy on pain, function, and mobility outcomes in patients with temporomandibular joint dysfunction. STUDY DESIGN: Systematic review with met…
Boyson, A; Dickerson, S; Donaldson, M
Tumor mass in the palate after bone marrow transplantation.
Oral surgery, oral medicine, oral pathology and oral radiology • 2017 • Vol. 124 (2)
Bezinelli, L; Correa, L; de Paula Eduardo, F
Isolated cleft palate requires different surgical protocols depending on cleft type.
Journal of plastic surgery and hand surgery • 2017 • Vol. 51 (4)
A staged protocol for isolated cleft palate (CPO), comprising the early repair of the soft palate at 6 months and delayed repair of the eventual cleft in the hard palate until 4 years, designed to im…
Elander, A; Lilja, J; Mark, H
Quantitative and functional analysis of CD69(+) T regulatory lymphocytes in patients with periodontal disease.
Journal of oral pathology & medicine : official publication of the International Association of Oral Pathologists and the American Academy of Oral Pathology • 2017 • Vol. 46 (7)
BACKGROUND: Periodontal disease is chronic inflammatory process that affects the attachment structures of the teeth and constitutes a significant cause of tooth loss in adults. Although different bac…
Baranda, L; Gonzalez-Amaro, R; Loyola-Rodriguez, J
Efficacy of XP-endo finisher and TRUShape 3D conforming file compared to conventional and ultrasonic irrigation in removing calcium hydroxide.
Australian endodontic journal : the journal of the Australian Society of Endodontology Inc • 2017 • Vol. 43 (2)
The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy of the XP-endo Finisher and TRUShape 3D Conforming File to conventional and ultrasonic irrigation techniques for removing calcium hydroxide from arti…
Arslan, H; Ersoy, I; Gundogdu, E
Low frequency of toothbrushing practices is an independent risk factor for diabetes mellitus in male and dyslipidemia in female: A large-scale, 5-year cohort study in Japan.
Journal of cardiology • 2017 • Vol. 70 (2)
BACKGROUND: We previously reported the association between toothbrushing practices and diabetes mellitus (DM) and dyslipidemia (DL) in a cross-sectional study. This study was conducted to clarify whe…
Fujii, M; Ichiura, K; Kuwabara, K
Three questionnaires to assess the perception of fixed orthodontic therapy before, during and after treatment: validity and reliability.
European journal of orthodontics • 2017 • Vol. 39 (4)
BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVE: To assess the validity and reliability of a series of three questionnaires for the quantification of patient perception of fixed appliance orthodontic treatment. SUBJECTS AND ME…
Bearn, D; McIntyre, G; Yassir, Y
Torque differences according to tooth morphology and bracket placement: a finite element study.
European journal of orthodontics • 2017 • Vol. 39 (4)
INTRODUCTION: Torque of the maxillary incisors is essential in esthetics and proper occlusion, while torque expression is influenced by many factors. The aim of this finite element study was to asses…
Affolter, S; Bourauel, C; Eliades, T