Research Papers
Depression and Rural Environment are Associated With Poor Oral Health Among Pregnant Women in Northern Appalachia.
Behavior modification • 2016 • Vol. 40 (1-2)
Both oral health problems and depression among pregnant women contribute to maternal-infant health outcomes. Little is known, however, about the potential effects of clinically significant depression…
Brown, L; Chapman, S; Crout, R
Vimentin-mediated regulation of cell motility through modulation of beta4 integrin protein levels in oral tumor derived cells.
The international journal of biochemistry & cell biology • 2016 • Vol. 70
Vimentin expression correlates well with migratory and invasive potential of the carcinoma cells. The molecular mechanism by which vimentin regulates cell motility is not yet clear. Here, we addresse…
Alam, H; Barve, S; Chaukar, D
Structural and mechanical implications of PMMA implant shape and interface geometry in cranioplasty--A finite element study.
Journal of cranio-maxillo-facial surgery : official publication of the European Association for Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery • 2016 • Vol. 44 (1)
This computational study investigates the effect of shape (defect contour curvature) and bone-implant interface (osteotomy angle) on the stress distribution within PMMA skull implants. Using finite e…
Borak, L; Forouzanfar, T; Marcian, P
Evaluation of success of alveolar cleft bone graft performed at 5 years versus 10 years of age.
Journal of cranio-maxillo-facial surgery : official publication of the European Association for Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery • 2016 • Vol. 44 (1)
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: Although alveolar cleft bone grafting is the most widely accepted approach, controversies remain on the operative timing. METHODS: A consecutive retrospective series of 28 pat…
Bodin, F; Bridonneau, T; Bruant-Rodier, C
Oral Health Prevention and Toddler Well-Child Care: Routine Integration in a Safety Net System.
Pediatrics • 2016 • Vol. 137 (1)
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: Applying topical fluoride varnish (FV) to young children's teeth is an effective therapeutic strategy for preventing early childhood caries (ECC). In 2008, the pediatricians…
Dooley, D; Gansky, S; Heckman, B
CD44v3+/CD24- cells possess cancer stem cell-like properties in human oral squamous cell carcinoma.
International journal of oncology • 2016 • Vol. 48 (1)
Cancer stem cells (CSCs) or cancer stem cell-like cells (CSC-LCs) are a minority population of cells that relate to tumor progression, metastasis and drug resistance. To identify CSC-LCs in oral squa…
Akiba, J; Kusukawa, J; Naito, Y
Prevalence, risk surfaces and inter-municipality variations in caries experience in Danish children and adolescents in 2012.
Acta odontologica Scandinavica • 2016 • Vol. 74 (4)
OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to describe the caries experience, prevalence and distribution related to tooth type and surfaces in the primary and permanent dentition in children and adolescen…
Ekstrand, K; Norrisgaard, P; Qvist, V
Reduction of Candida biofilm adhesion by incorporation of prereacted glass ionomer filler in denture base resin.
Journal of dentistry • 2016 • Vol. 44
OBJECTIVES: This study investigated the influence of surface reaction-type prereacted glass ionomer (S-PRG) fillers on Candida albicans adhesion on denture base resin. METHODS: Discs were prepared by…
Takakuda, K; Tsutsumi, C; Wakabayashi, N
Diode laser for harvesting de-epithelialized palatal graft in the treatment of gingival recession defects: a randomized clinical trial.
Journal of clinical periodontology • 2016 • Vol. 43 (1)
AIMS: The aim of present randomized controlled clinical study was to evaluate the effects of the use of diode laser for graft harvesting and palatal wound irradiation on post-operative morbidity and …
Haytac, C; Ozcelik, O; Seydaoglu, G
Factors in Successful Elimination of Elective Tracheotomy in Mandibular Reconstruction With Microvascular Tissue.
JAMA otolaryngology-- head & neck surgery • 2016 • Vol. 142 (1)
IMPORTANCE: Limited data exist on performing major oral cavity resections and reconstructions without elective tracheotomy. OBJECTIVES: To describe a group of patients who successfully underwent majo…
DeLacure, M; Givi, B; Lapis, P
The challenge of erosion and minimally invasive rehabilitation of dentitions with BEWE grade 4.
Quintessence international (Berlin, Germany : 1985) • 2016 • Vol. 47 (5)
OBJECTIVE: Dental erosion is a challenging problem. In addition to dental erosion's dental effects, general health also has to be taken into account. In particular, consumption of newly marketed beve…
Huettig, F; Klink, A
Dermoid Cyst of the Lateral Neck Included Within the Submandibular Gland.
The Journal of craniofacial surgery • 2016 • Vol. 27 (1)
Dermoid cysts are benign lesions of congenital origin, and those in the head and neck region are usually present as a midline neck mass. They rarely appear in the lateral neck. This article describes…
Kusuyama, Y; Takeuchi, N; Wakabayashi, K
Radiographic Diagnosis of Periapical Status and Quality of Root Canal Fillings in a Saudi Arabian Subpopulation.
Oral health & preventive dentistry • 2016 • Vol. 14 (3)
PURPOSE: To assess the prevalence of apical periodontitis (AP), as determined by orthopantomograms (OPGs), and its correlation with the quality of root fillings and coronal restorations. MATERIALS AN…
Alfouzan, K; Alhezaimi, K; Alzahrani, M
Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) for diagnosis and treatment planning in periodontology: A systematic review.
Quintessence international (Berlin, Germany : 1985) • 2016 • Vol. 47 (1)
OBJECTIVE: The improvement in diagnostic accuracy and optimization of treatment planning in periodontology through the use of three-dimensional imaging with cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) is di…
Dula, K; Schmidt, J; Sculean, A
Mandibular Reconstruction in a Patient With Rosai-Dorfman Disease.
The Journal of craniofacial surgery • 2016 • Vol. 27 (1)
OBJECTIVE: The Rosai-Dorfman disease (RDD) is a rare disorder known as sinus histiocytosis with massive lymphadenopathy which affects other organs besides the lymphatic nodes. The most frequent clini…
Ardila, J; Correa, S; Garcia, A
Rehabilitation of Atrophied Low-Density Posterior Maxilla by Implant-Supported Prosthesis.
The Journal of craniofacial surgery • 2016 • Vol. 27 (1)
The rehabilitation of edentulous posterior maxilla is a challenging task that could be complicated by the availability of low-density and reduced height of alveolar bone. Patients were enrolled in th…
Alkhraisat, M; Anitua, E; Murias-Freijo, A
Evaluation of the relationship between the cost and properties of glass ionomer cements indicated for atraumatic restorative treatment.
Brazilian oral research • 2016 • Vol. 30
The aim of this study was to evaluate microshear bond strength (muSBS), water sorption and solubility of glass ionomer cements (GIC) indicated for atraumatic restorative treatment (ART). Cylindrical …
Braga, M; Calvo, A; Kicuti, A
Evaluation of toothbrush disinfection via different methods.
Brazilian oral research • 2016 • Vol. 30
The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy of using a dishwasher or different chemical agents, including 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate, 2% sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl), a mouthrinse containing …
Akca, G; Alkurt, M; Basman, A
Maternal risk behavior and caries incidence in children with sickle cell disease.
Brazilian oral research • 2016 • Vol. 30
The aim of this study was to analyze the incidence of caries, in relation to maternal risk behaviors and clinical conditions representing different levels of sickle cell disease severity. A total of …
Brito, M; Cangussu, M; Carvalho, A
Prevalence of peri-implant disease on platform switching implants: a cross-sectional pilot study.
Brazilian oral research • 2016 • Vol. 30
The objective of this study was to assess the prevalence of mucositis and peri-implantitis associated with the use of two types of implants-conventional versus platform switching after one year of lo…
Alvarez, L; Aristizabal, A; Castro, L